Totality of wellness By Mark Sherwood What exactly is wellness? By definition, is simply means ‘the absence of illness.’ To further define and alleviate misconceptions, let me also say that being physically fit does not equate to being well. Additionally, being overweight does not equate to being unfit. Most people find great confusion in the…
Episode 6: Episode 6 from 4E Fitness Television filmed live in Durban, South Africa. See what building bridges is really all about.
“I need to start exercising; I know that!” I hear these words literally every place I speak. It seems that even though many people are aware of the problem (i.e. obesity, sedentary habits, poor nutrition, and poor health are all on the rise), few take the steps necessary for correction. I really believe that most…
When we speak of value, we normally think of dollars and cents. How much does it cost? How much is it worth? It this (or that) a good value (monetarily)? We even place value on ‘time’ when we say, “Time is money.” You get the idea! However, I want us to take just a moment…
Many times in my travels, I have heard people say, “I just hate exercising; it is no fun!” In short, what they may be saying is, “I won’t exercise because it is no fun.” The lack of fun has become the excuse. Exercise doesn’t have to be torture all the time; sometimes it can indeed…
What ever happened to good old-fashioned hard, consistent work? Hasn’t it always been the tried and true, sure-fire way to lasting success and results? Somehow, in regard to fitness, this hard work – consistent methodology has morphed into an ‘I want in NOW’ or ‘microwave mentality.’ As I travel throughout the world, I notice two…
It seems this is a common theme today – “Where do I begin when it comes to beginning an exercise plan?” With so many options to choose from, I thought I would lay out some basic guidelines to follow when ‘just starting out.’ Please understand that when I say ‘just starting out,’ I am speaking…
