[Navydoc]

Cardiff- I’m a HUGE fan of interval training (coaches call them “wind sprints” I think), but you have to be in pretty good shape to do them. Once you are in shape though you really need to do them to advance your training regimen. I am also a big fan of circuit training, and it is how I do the majority of my strength training. This is where you lift your weights quickly, and take a short, approx 60 sec break between sets. I find I can get through the workuot in less than half the time, and it gets my heart rate to an aerobic level.

As far as jogging, you’re right, is hard on the joints, but it really challenges your body much more than walking, unless we/re talking a 50% grade or something. I am also a cycling enthusiast, just remember it takes quite a bit of concentration to cycle at a level that approaches running. I also like swimming quite a lot, but is logistically more difficult for some people. Both swimming and cycling are significantly easier on the joints.

As far as the low carbs, you will definitely achieve better satiety eating fats and proteins, which is why diets like Atkins work, as people don’t feel the need to eat as much. Again, if you actually count up what you’re eating on one of those diets you find it’s about 1700-1800 kcal/day, which is low enough for most active people to lose weight. The better satiety helps people stay on that low calorie count. The way I do it is with the fast, so I achieve the same ends without stressing my kidneys. You may also remember the first week or so on those diets where you kind of feel like crap until you adapt to the ketogenic nature of the diet.

Basically when it comes to weight loss if you can find a system that works for you that is not unhealthy, by all means do it. ALL of them require some sort of sacrifice on the patient’s part, which is why it’s so difficult to do. There are many ways to skin this cat (as in most things in medicine). I shared what works for me, and is medically sound, so I thought others might benefit from it as well.

[Navydoc]

Cardiff- I’m a HUGE fan of interval training (coaches call them “wind sprints” I think), but you have to be in pretty good shape to do them. Once you are in shape though you really need to do them to advance your training regimen. I am also a big fan of circuit training, and it is how I do the majority of my strength training. This is where you lift your weights quickly, and take a short, approx 60 sec break between sets. I find I can get through the workuot in less than half the time, and it gets my heart rate to an aerobic level.

As far as jogging, you’re right, is hard on the joints, but it really challenges your body much more than walking, unless we/re talking a 50% grade or something. I am also a cycling enthusiast, just remember it takes quite a bit of concentration to cycle at a level that approaches running. I also like swimming quite a lot, but is logistically more difficult for some people. Both swimming and cycling are significantly easier on the joints.

As far as the low carbs, you will definitely achieve better satiety eating fats and proteins, which is why diets like Atkins work, as people don’t feel the need to eat as much. Again, if you actually count up what you’re eating on one of those diets you find it’s about 1700-1800 kcal/day, which is low enough for most active people to lose weight. The better satiety helps people stay on that low calorie count. The way I do it is with the fast, so I achieve the same ends without stressing my kidneys. You may also remember the first week or so on those diets where you kind of feel like crap until you adapt to the ketogenic nature of the diet.

Basically when it comes to weight loss if you can find a system that works for you that is not unhealthy, by all means do it. ALL of them require some sort of sacrifice on the patient’s part, which is why it’s so difficult to do. There are many ways to skin this cat (as in most things in medicine). I shared what works for me, and is medically sound, so I thought others might benefit from it as well.

[Navydoc]

Cardiff- I’m a HUGE fan of interval training (coaches call them “wind sprints” I think), but you have to be in pretty good shape to do them. Once you are in shape though you really need to do them to advance your training regimen. I am also a big fan of circuit training, and it is how I do the majority of my strength training. This is where you lift your weights quickly, and take a short, approx 60 sec break between sets. I find I can get through the workuot in less than half the time, and it gets my heart rate to an aerobic level.

As far as jogging, you’re right, is hard on the joints, but it really challenges your body much more than walking, unless we/re talking a 50% grade or something. I am also a cycling enthusiast, just remember it takes quite a bit of concentration to cycle at a level that approaches running. I also like swimming quite a lot, but is logistically more difficult for some people. Both swimming and cycling are significantly easier on the joints.

As far as the low carbs, you will definitely achieve better satiety eating fats and proteins, which is why diets like Atkins work, as people don’t feel the need to eat as much. Again, if you actually count up what you’re eating on one of those diets you find it’s about 1700-1800 kcal/day, which is low enough for most active people to lose weight. The better satiety helps people stay on that low calorie count. The way I do it is with the fast, so I achieve the same ends without stressing my kidneys. You may also remember the first week or so on those diets where you kind of feel like crap until you adapt to the ketogenic nature of the diet.

Basically when it comes to weight loss if you can find a system that works for you that is not unhealthy, by all means do it. ALL of them require some sort of sacrifice on the patient’s part, which is why it’s so difficult to do. There are many ways to skin this cat (as in most things in medicine). I shared what works for me, and is medically sound, so I thought others might benefit from it as well.

[Navydoc]

Cardiff- I’m a HUGE fan of interval training (coaches call them “wind sprints” I think), but you have to be in pretty good shape to do them. Once you are in shape though you really need to do them to advance your training regimen. I am also a big fan of circuit training, and it is how I do the majority of my strength training. This is where you lift your weights quickly, and take a short, approx 60 sec break between sets. I find I can get through the workuot in less than half the time, and it gets my heart rate to an aerobic level.

As far as jogging, you’re right, is hard on the joints, but it really challenges your body much more than walking, unless we/re talking a 50% grade or something. I am also a cycling enthusiast, just remember it takes quite a bit of concentration to cycle at a level that approaches running. I also like swimming quite a lot, but is logistically more difficult for some people. Both swimming and cycling are significantly easier on the joints.

As far as the low carbs, you will definitely achieve better satiety eating fats and proteins, which is why diets like Atkins work, as people don’t feel the need to eat as much. Again, if you actually count up what you’re eating on one of those diets you find it’s about 1700-1800 kcal/day, which is low enough for most active people to lose weight. The better satiety helps people stay on that low calorie count. The way I do it is with the fast, so I achieve the same ends without stressing my kidneys. You may also remember the first week or so on those diets where you kind of feel like crap until you adapt to the ketogenic nature of the diet.

Basically when it comes to weight loss if you can find a system that works for you that is not unhealthy, by all means do it. ALL of them require some sort of sacrifice on the patient’s part, which is why it’s so difficult to do. There are many ways to skin this cat (as in most things in medicine). I shared what works for me, and is medically sound, so I thought others might benefit from it as well.

[Navydoc]

There’s very interesting data coming out that if you cut your calorie consumption by approximately 20% you can actually add a similar percentage to your longevity.

The best thing you can do for your kidneys is eat a well balanced diet, including fat and carbs. These high protein diets put a hell of a strain on your kidneys while you’re on them. As far as your liver, the best thing you can do there is not drink alcohol.

Completely agree with you on the aerobic exercise. My comment was that the aerobics are not as important for weight loss as the strength training exercises are. As far as maintaining health, fitness and longevity, the aerobics are incredibly important. While there is no direct link between physical fitness and freedom from disease, there’s little question that if you’re physically fit you will have fewer illnesses and recover from them much more quickly. I also believe that regular aerobics also contribute to joint health, flexibility, and add to bone density. Although on the bone density issue the strength training is again more important. By the way, for those that want to defend alcohol for its cardioprotective benefits, regular exercise will do FAR more than a glass of red wine a day (sorry TG).

As far as the herbal stuff goes, no evidence that I’ve ever read says it makes any difference. I know it’s a huge industry, but until I see evidence I’ll save my money for my house down payment. Please note, I’m not casting aspersions on herbal supplements, they MAY turn out to be beneficial, but we just don’t know.

I for one plan to live a long time, and I find mixing anaerobic strength training with aerobics gives me the best chance to do that, and do it well. As far as the diets go, your body is an incredibly efficient nutrient processing plant. As long as it has the raw materials, and don’t fill it full of junk, it can make nearly everything it needs. I’ve been strength training for >10 yrs, have never taken any supplements, and would totally kick my 20 year-old ass.

[Navydoc]

There’s very interesting data coming out that if you cut your calorie consumption by approximately 20% you can actually add a similar percentage to your longevity.

The best thing you can do for your kidneys is eat a well balanced diet, including fat and carbs. These high protein diets put a hell of a strain on your kidneys while you’re on them. As far as your liver, the best thing you can do there is not drink alcohol.

Completely agree with you on the aerobic exercise. My comment was that the aerobics are not as important for weight loss as the strength training exercises are. As far as maintaining health, fitness and longevity, the aerobics are incredibly important. While there is no direct link between physical fitness and freedom from disease, there’s little question that if you’re physically fit you will have fewer illnesses and recover from them much more quickly. I also believe that regular aerobics also contribute to joint health, flexibility, and add to bone density. Although on the bone density issue the strength training is again more important. By the way, for those that want to defend alcohol for its cardioprotective benefits, regular exercise will do FAR more than a glass of red wine a day (sorry TG).

As far as the herbal stuff goes, no evidence that I’ve ever read says it makes any difference. I know it’s a huge industry, but until I see evidence I’ll save my money for my house down payment. Please note, I’m not casting aspersions on herbal supplements, they MAY turn out to be beneficial, but we just don’t know.

I for one plan to live a long time, and I find mixing anaerobic strength training with aerobics gives me the best chance to do that, and do it well. As far as the diets go, your body is an incredibly efficient nutrient processing plant. As long as it has the raw materials, and don’t fill it full of junk, it can make nearly everything it needs. I’ve been strength training for >10 yrs, have never taken any supplements, and would totally kick my 20 year-old ass.

[Navydoc]

There’s very interesting data coming out that if you cut your calorie consumption by approximately 20% you can actually add a similar percentage to your longevity.

The best thing you can do for your kidneys is eat a well balanced diet, including fat and carbs. These high protein diets put a hell of a strain on your kidneys while you’re on them. As far as your liver, the best thing you can do there is not drink alcohol.

Completely agree with you on the aerobic exercise. My comment was that the aerobics are not as important for weight loss as the strength training exercises are. As far as maintaining health, fitness and longevity, the aerobics are incredibly important. While there is no direct link between physical fitness and freedom from disease, there’s little question that if you’re physically fit you will have fewer illnesses and recover from them much more quickly. I also believe that regular aerobics also contribute to joint health, flexibility, and add to bone density. Although on the bone density issue the strength training is again more important. By the way, for those that want to defend alcohol for its cardioprotective benefits, regular exercise will do FAR more than a glass of red wine a day (sorry TG).

As far as the herbal stuff goes, no evidence that I’ve ever read says it makes any difference. I know it’s a huge industry, but until I see evidence I’ll save my money for my house down payment. Please note, I’m not casting aspersions on herbal supplements, they MAY turn out to be beneficial, but we just don’t know.

I for one plan to live a long time, and I find mixing anaerobic strength training with aerobics gives me the best chance to do that, and do it well. As far as the diets go, your body is an incredibly efficient nutrient processing plant. As long as it has the raw materials, and don’t fill it full of junk, it can make nearly everything it needs. I’ve been strength training for >10 yrs, have never taken any supplements, and would totally kick my 20 year-old ass.

[Navydoc]

There’s very interesting data coming out that if you cut your calorie consumption by approximately 20% you can actually add a similar percentage to your longevity.

The best thing you can do for your kidneys is eat a well balanced diet, including fat and carbs. These high protein diets put a hell of a strain on your kidneys while you’re on them. As far as your liver, the best thing you can do there is not drink alcohol.

Completely agree with you on the aerobic exercise. My comment was that the aerobics are not as important for weight loss as the strength training exercises are. As far as maintaining health, fitness and longevity, the aerobics are incredibly important. While there is no direct link between physical fitness and freedom from disease, there’s little question that if you’re physically fit you will have fewer illnesses and recover from them much more quickly. I also believe that regular aerobics also contribute to joint health, flexibility, and add to bone density. Although on the bone density issue the strength training is again more important. By the way, for those that want to defend alcohol for its cardioprotective benefits, regular exercise will do FAR more than a glass of red wine a day (sorry TG).

As far as the herbal stuff goes, no evidence that I’ve ever read says it makes any difference. I know it’s a huge industry, but until I see evidence I’ll save my money for my house down payment. Please note, I’m not casting aspersions on herbal supplements, they MAY turn out to be beneficial, but we just don’t know.

I for one plan to live a long time, and I find mixing anaerobic strength training with aerobics gives me the best chance to do that, and do it well. As far as the diets go, your body is an incredibly efficient nutrient processing plant. As long as it has the raw materials, and don’t fill it full of junk, it can make nearly everything it needs. I’ve been strength training for >10 yrs, have never taken any supplements, and would totally kick my 20 year-old ass.

[Navydoc]

There’s very interesting data coming out that if you cut your calorie consumption by approximately 20% you can actually add a similar percentage to your longevity.

The best thing you can do for your kidneys is eat a well balanced diet, including fat and carbs. These high protein diets put a hell of a strain on your kidneys while you’re on them. As far as your liver, the best thing you can do there is not drink alcohol.

Completely agree with you on the aerobic exercise. My comment was that the aerobics are not as important for weight loss as the strength training exercises are. As far as maintaining health, fitness and longevity, the aerobics are incredibly important. While there is no direct link between physical fitness and freedom from disease, there’s little question that if you’re physically fit you will have fewer illnesses and recover from them much more quickly. I also believe that regular aerobics also contribute to joint health, flexibility, and add to bone density. Although on the bone density issue the strength training is again more important. By the way, for those that want to defend alcohol for its cardioprotective benefits, regular exercise will do FAR more than a glass of red wine a day (sorry TG).

As far as the herbal stuff goes, no evidence that I’ve ever read says it makes any difference. I know it’s a huge industry, but until I see evidence I’ll save my money for my house down payment. Please note, I’m not casting aspersions on herbal supplements, they MAY turn out to be beneficial, but we just don’t know.

I for one plan to live a long time, and I find mixing anaerobic strength training with aerobics gives me the best chance to do that, and do it well. As far as the diets go, your body is an incredibly efficient nutrient processing plant. As long as it has the raw materials, and don’t fill it full of junk, it can make nearly everything it needs. I’ve been strength training for >10 yrs, have never taken any supplements, and would totally kick my 20 year-old ass.

[Navydoc]

SDEngineer may be on the right track, but I’m much too cynical to believe that. From the folks that I know that have these loans, about 3/4 of them can ONLY afford the neg-am payment. Usually the fully amortized payment is more than they make in a month. How else can you explain the HUGE discrepancy between median income and median home price? (I know SD Realtor, the medium income earner doesn’t buy the median home, but I think the point is still valid)

I’m sure the majority (71%?) of people with these loans were absolutely counting on future appreciation to bail them out.

[Navydoc]

SDEngineer may be on the right track, but I’m much too cynical to believe that. From the folks that I know that have these loans, about 3/4 of them can ONLY afford the neg-am payment. Usually the fully amortized payment is more than they make in a month. How else can you explain the HUGE discrepancy between median income and median home price? (I know SD Realtor, the medium income earner doesn’t buy the median home, but I think the point is still valid)

I’m sure the majority (71%?) of people with these loans were absolutely counting on future appreciation to bail them out.

[Navydoc]

SDEngineer may be on the right track, but I’m much too cynical to believe that. From the folks that I know that have these loans, about 3/4 of them can ONLY afford the neg-am payment. Usually the fully amortized payment is more than they make in a month. How else can you explain the HUGE discrepancy between median income and median home price? (I know SD Realtor, the medium income earner doesn’t buy the median home, but I think the point is still valid)

I’m sure the majority (71%?) of people with these loans were absolutely counting on future appreciation to bail them out.

[Navydoc]

SDEngineer may be on the right track, but I’m much too cynical to believe that. From the folks that I know that have these loans, about 3/4 of them can ONLY afford the neg-am payment. Usually the fully amortized payment is more than they make in a month. How else can you explain the HUGE discrepancy between median income and median home price? (I know SD Realtor, the medium income earner doesn’t buy the median home, but I think the point is still valid)

I’m sure the majority (71%?) of people with these loans were absolutely counting on future appreciation to bail them out.

[Navydoc]

SDEngineer may be on the right track, but I’m much too cynical to believe that. From the folks that I know that have these loans, about 3/4 of them can ONLY afford the neg-am payment. Usually the fully amortized payment is more than they make in a month. How else can you explain the HUGE discrepancy between median income and median home price? (I know SD Realtor, the medium income earner doesn’t buy the median home, but I think the point is still valid)

I’m sure the majority (71%?) of people with these loans were absolutely counting on future appreciation to bail them out.

[Navydoc]

“These are not subprime”

Nope, they sure weren’t. They were, however, affordability tools to people who had no prayer of affording the house they bought. The “option” they wanted was to live in a larger house.

It is mind boggling to me that 71% of option-ARM borrowers are negatively amortizing their loans in the face of declining home values. There is only one way for that to end, and I suspect it will come when they hit their loan-to-value caps.

[Author]

Posts