Somewhere along the way, we started thinking that exercising is something you have to earn, or something you have to make up for. A punishment for yesterday's dessert, a project with a deadline, a means to look different in six weeks. … Read More
Author Archives: Kitty Atsma-Ansems
Not motivation, but habit: why persistent people approach it differently
Almost everyone starts in good spirits. A new resolution, a fresh start, a dose of motivation that feels like things are really going to be different this time. … Read More
The protein transition: why the new Food Pyramid requires more than just making different choices
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre has updated the Five Food Groups. After ten years. And the biggest change is not in a number or a portion size … Read More
Strength training, the retirement plan for your muscles
Ask someone why they do strength training, and the answer is often about how it looks. Toned arms, a flat stomach, broad shoulders. … Read More
The elephant in the room called lifestyle
About cancer, lifestyle, and what we’d rather not hear — but what is worth knowing. … Read More
The Personal Gym as a charging station: Why a nice atmosphere is the key to a fitter brain
In a world that is always 'on', we increasingly look for places where we can switch off the noise. Where fitness used to be mainly about the mirror and calories, the focus is now shifting to what's going on between the ears. The modern athlete no longer only trains for a toned body, but for mental resilience. And that is precisely where the environment makes the difference. Read More
Losing weight with Ozempic: Why strength training is essential for muscle maintenance
The emergence of medications such as Ozempic or Wegovy has fundamentally changed the approach to weight loss. When these agents are used, the body responds with a significant drop in calorie intake. … Read More
What your pedometer doesn't tell you – but you should know
Most modern pedometers are quite accurate. They use sensors that register movements and convert them into steps. … Read More
Small crumbs, big steps: this makes it easier to eat healthier
Losing weight often sounds like a major challenge that requires you to radically change your entire diet. … Read More
The personal trainer as conductor
A personal trainer in group lessons plays a crucial role that can be beautifully compared to that of a conductor leading an orchestra. … Read More
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