It’s Time to Get American Families Healthy!

eFitFamily.com has officially launched! I want to personally welcome you to eFitFamily.com and hope that you will enjoy reading through all the great information we are looking forward to sharing with you. Our team of contributors consists of top physicians, fitness professionals, dietitians, mental health coaches, and medical professionals who are all dedicated to helping you and your family live healthier lives. Look no further for health and fitness information – the eFitFamily.com content is information you can TRUST! Our mission at eFitFamily.com is simple… “To stamp out … [Read more...]

QBQ! The Question Behind the Question

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Author John G. Miller addresses one of the most significant issues facing our society today, the disappearance of PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY from the fabric of our society in his book  QBQ! The Question Behind the Question®.   QBQ! is a method of practicing PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY and isQBQ! is the result of many years of research in the organizational development field. QBQ! provides the "how to" of personal accountability by helping people ask The Question Behind the Question. QBQ! is one of our favorite books at eFitFamily.com for its readability and poignant message about how take … [Read more...]

Where do you store your fat?

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A recent study by the Mayo Clinic shows that whether you store "belly fat" or "booty fat" can have an impact on overall health.  We have heard for years that "belly fat" leads to a higher risk of heart disease, insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and other factors leading to metabolic syndrome.  The study conducted on 28 volunteers proves that while "booty fat" increases the number of fat cells, "belly fat" actually increases the size of existing fat cells.  An interesting point that they make, however, is that an increase in lower body fat may actually decrease developing risk factors … [Read more...]

Healthy eating into the holidays!

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We are coming up on the wonderful but often dreaded holiday season when it comes to weight struggles.  With holiday parties, big family meals, and food gifts it is hard not to put on that typical 5-10 pounds over the holidays. Going into Thanksgiving, remember that it is ONE meal on ONE day.  Thanksgiving should not last all week long as far as your eating is concerned.  Leftovers are great and I suggest using them, but be conscious of the leftovers that you choose.  You can use leftover turkey and vegetables to create a great meal.  Apple pie…not so much! If you decide to treat yourself, … [Read more...]