Waist to Height Ratio Fixed on the Weightloss Profile Calculator

For those of you waiting for me to fix the waist-to-height ratio calculation on the Weight Loss Profile Calculator... it's done!

Waist-to-Height Ratio (also known as Wt/Ht or WHtR or W/Ht) is very useful in predicting health problems from obesity.  Current studies show that for ideal weight-related health, you should keep your waist circumference less than 1/2 of your height while maintaining a healthy BMI range.

It sounds complicated, but it's easy to find out your ratio (and a bunch of other stuff) using my handy calculator.

Go to http://www.kristensguide.com/Health/Weight_Loss/weight_loss_profile_calculator.asp to check it out.

I've been learning a lot about physiology, psychophysiology, fitness, and weight loss.  I'll be sure to let everyone know the helpful information I find, so you can get healthier and happier.  Sign up for the updates to get notified when these articles and tools are available.

2012 Exercise/Fitness Planner Now Ready & Available

If you're planning on including exercise into your 2012 lifestyle, this fitness workout planner is exactly like the one I posted yesterday, but this one has the dates for 2012 filled in.  It's perfect for coordinating your exercise routine with your busy 2012 schedule.

Plus, since it is separate from other planners and schedules, each family member can have a worksheet for his/her own exercise routines without taking up valuable space on the family calendar, so now you're whole family can plan for a healthy new year!

Get it at http://www.kristensguide.com/Printables/calendars.asp

New Menu and Exercise Planners for New Year's Resolutions

That's right, it's time to plan out the details of your New Year's resolutions!  I've been getting lots of email requests for health-related calendars for everyone trying to improve their fitness and lose weight or to just spend more time taking care of their bodies to improve their brains (a healthy brain improves mental health and happiness).  I played with lots of designs and these seemed to be the winners.

The first is a 2012 weekly menu planner.  You can plan each meal, including snacks, and note any nutritional goals you'd like to achieve (e.g. calories, fat grams, etc.).  This is great for anyone who needs more room than a single box (which is in many of my other planners) and wants a more detailed plan without having to fill in spaces for every tiny detail.

The second is a weekly workout / exercise / fitness planner.  This will allow you to plan the various components of a well-rounded fitness program (e.g. endurance, strength, agility, balance, flexibility, power, recovery, etc.).  This planner is not dated, which allows for greater flexibility, and will integrate well with most fitness plans.  (Please note, to record workout details, such as reps and sets for strength training, you will likely want a separate sport training specific log sheet.  This planner worksheet is more generalized.)

To get them go to http://www.kristensguide.com/Printables/calendars.asp

More to come!  Keep sending me your requests!

Yay! I'm no longer obese... just overweight.

In May of 200 I was 183 lbs. Today I'm a 163 lbs. I've lost 20 lbs. in 2 1/2 months, and I'm going to lose 20 more. My BMI is now in the overweight range, so no more "I'm obese" shame for me. It won't be long before I'm just at a plain ol' healthy weight. :-)

Learn more about how I've dropped the pounds at
http://www.kristensguide.com/Health/Weight_Loss/Weight_Loss_Journal/

Do Thermogenic Pills Help You Lose Weight?

Hello,

What do you think about thermogenics? Do you think they are healthy? I've tried everything else and it seems the bit that these pills speed up my metabolism is starting to really make some difference. I also work out 5 times a week and eat like an athlete, and that wasn't enough before these pills...

Is it possible that I have a thyroid problem?

Thank you

--Lauren

See Kristen's answer at
http://www.kristensguide.com/Health/Weight_Loss/Questions_Weight_Loss/thermogenics.asp

How many calories do you burn?

The Kristen's Guide weight loss profile calculator has been updated with a whole list of activities and the number of calories you burn while doing those activities. You can also calculate the number of calories you burn per day just by entering in the number of hours you do various activities.

The profile page is printable, meaning that when you print the page, only the report will print (not the ads, navigation, form questions, etc.). The printout is perfect for putting in your weight loss journal. You can even print it to a PDF (if you have a virtual PDF printer installed on your computer) and save the page in an electronic journal.

Get your weight loss routine off to a good start by getting your free weight loss profile at
http://www.kristensguide.com/Health/Weight_Loss/weight_loss_profile_calculator.asp