Aerobic Exercise
Why are people who do mental work more prone to weight gain? The brain prefers glucose.
Mental laborers tend to gain weight the busier they are because their brains have an extreme preference for glucose. Intense mental activity consumes a large amount of blood sugar, leading to increased hunger and appetite. However, insufficient muscle activity prevents the burning of dietary fat, causing it to accumulate. Worse still, consuming high-glycemic index refined grains and sweets...
2026-05-22
Article 44: Fashionable Weight Loss – Water Jogging, Five Alternative Slimming Exercises, and Elastic Band Training (Basic Movements)
This article first introduces the popular American water jogging method for weight loss. Utilizing the resistance and buoyancy of water, it is especially suitable for obese individuals; 45 minutes of running in water is equivalent to 2 hours of running on land. It then introduces five alternative weight loss exercises: crawling, walking backwards, walking barefoot, handstands, and walking in...
2026-05-21
Maintaining your ideal figure after weight loss – jogging and its success rules
This article introduces the third stage of jogging for maintaining a good figure, including specific steps such as walking while jogging and gradually increasing the distance. It also provides six rules for successful weight loss through exercise: be prepared to endure hardship, maintain unwavering confidence, adjust your mindset, use music, pay attention to hygiene, and find a jogging partner...
2026-05-20
Get your whole body moving – ball games, jump rope, fast dance, and dumbbell exercises for weight loss.
This article introduces the full-body workout effects of ball sports (badminton, table tennis, etc.), four ways to jump rope and precautions, the enjoyable weight loss benefits of fast dancing, and specific techniques and methods for using dumbbells to tone arms and abdomen, enriching the choices of weight loss exercises.
2026-05-20
Aerobic exercise: Weight loss techniques for running, cycling, and swimming
This article introduces weight loss methods and precautions for three aerobic exercises: running (sculpting leg lines), cycling (burning fat with continuous cycling for 40 minutes or more), and swimming (a full-body exercise that works almost all muscles). Running provides three training methods (aerobic isokinetic, aerobic interval training, and anaerobic exercise); cycling emphasizes correct...
2026-05-12
Article 22: Should You Not Exercise While Losing Weight? The Author's Counterintuitive Advice
The author offers three counterintuitive pieces of advice: First, don't unnecessarily lower your calorie intake; eating too little can actually slow down your metabolism. Second, don't deliberately exercise, as exercise may increase appetite and is difficult to maintain; during weight loss, controlling your diet is the key. Third, keeping a calorie record is more important than restricting...
2026-05-11
Walking is more effective for weight loss than jogging, while abdominal exercises cannot reduce abdominal fat.
Walking utilizes body movement and burns 2-3 times more calories than jogging, resulting in better weight loss. Sit-ups burn very few calories, and abdominal fat decreases along with overall body fat; therefore, abdominal exercises alone cannot eliminate a protruding belly.
2026-05-10
Weight loss requires perseverance, and there are misconceptions about walking being better than jogging and abdominal exercises.
Weight loss requires long-term commitment because fat cells can refill. Walking burns 2-3 times more calories than jogging. Sit-ups cannot reduce abdominal fat alone, as fat reduction is systemic, and sit-ups burn a limited number of calories.
2026-05-09
Skipping rope for weight loss: a highly efficient aerobic exercise that requires little time and consumes a lot of energy.
Jumping rope continuously for 10 minutes is equivalent to jogging for 30 minutes, making it a time-efficient and energy-intensive aerobic exercise. The article introduces various methods such as single-leg jump rope, side-to-side swinging, and high-knee jump rope. Jumping rope can reduce fat in the legs, hips, and waist, and enhance cardiovascular and nervous system function.
2026-05-08
14. Emotions, diet, work and rest, beauty, and the application of meridian theory
This article explores the mechanisms by which emotions (seven emotions), improper diet, and work-rest imbalance damage appearance and physique. It also introduces the theory of meridians, elucidating their central role as channels for qi and blood in beauty treatments, and analyzes the physiological functions and therapeutic indications of the lung, heart, large intestine, and triple burner...
2026-05-07
Chapter 3 (Part 2): How to lose weight? First, ask yourself how you want to lose weight.
The author proposes that the core of weight loss is "eat less and move more," but the specific method should be chosen according to personal preference. She lists common excuses such as "I can't lose weight because I'm working," "I don't have time because I'm studying," and "I'm too busy taking care of children" and refutes them one by one, encouraging readers to find opportunities to lose...
2026-05-06
Beware of "fat loss" traps and the health risks of rapid weight loss.
The article continues to analyze the potential new diseases or sports injuries that may result from seemingly healthy "fat and weight loss." It also emphasizes that faster weight loss is not necessarily better; excessively rapid weight loss can lead to problems such as loose skin, osteoporosis, and endocrine disorders. Furthermore, it provides recommendations for relatively safe weight loss...
2026-05-05
Article 17: The Truth About Fat Burning Through Exercise and Post-Exercise Eating Principles
Exercise burns fat from the start, with low-intensity aerobic exercise being even better. Proper post-workout nutrition won't hinder weight loss, but calories should be deducted from regular meals. Exercise should not sacrifice sleep.
2026-05-04
Article 21: Taking the stairs instead of the elevator
Weight loss doesn't have to rely on difficult-to-maintain planned exercise (like going to the gym). This chapter emphasizes adding supplementary exercises: walking, climbing stairs, standing, doing housework, etc. These small changes are easy to stick to, and the cumulative effect over time is amazing.
2026-05-03
Exercise Types and HIIT: The Weight Loss Advantages of High-Intensity Training
Types of sportsAfter moving to Seattle, I gained weight around my stomach and waist for the first time in my life (I can't write a weight loss book while gaining weight). I found it strange because since moving to Seattle, I've been going to the gym more often than ever before! But in order to build muscle, I've also been eating a lot, and I haven't played basketball in a long time-the longest...
2026-05-02
Part 4: The Root Cause of Obesity – Impure Blood and the Birth of a Hundred Diseases
Obesity stems from impure blood. Overeating, lack of exercise, and low body temperature can all cause blood to become viscous and impure, hindering circulation and leading to various diseases. Blood stasis, bad breath, and rashes are important signs of impure blood.
2026-05-01
Principles of exercise for weight loss and suitable exercise programs for women
This section outlines the principles for weight loss through exercise, including choosing activities that interest you, appropriate exercise intensity, consistency, and combining exercise with a proper diet. It also lists suitable exercises for women's weight loss, such as walking, jogging, swimming, and skipping rope, along with their characteristics.
2026-04-30
Not only do you need to lose weight, but you also need to sculpt a firm and toned physique: Dumbbell exercises for beginners
The author weighs 68 kg and wears size 30 pants. She bought 1 kg dumbbells and a sandbag and started doing dumbbell exercises at home. She pointed out that after losing weight, the body lacks flexibility and needs muscle training to sculpt a toned physique. For beginners, dumbbell exercises are more suitable than gym equipment, but it's important to maintain proper form.
2026-04-29
Calorie counting and exercise are the best ways to lose weight.
This chapter emphasizes the importance of learning to calculate calories and understanding the balance between daily intake and expenditure. It points out that although exercise is slow to show results, it burns fat and improves physical condition, and is key to overcoming weight loss plateaus (adaptation). It should be combined with dietary control.
2026-04-28
Full-body stretching workout routine: detailed methods from neck to calves.
This article provides a systematic set of full-body stretching exercises, including the neck, shoulders, abdomen, hips, buttocks, front and back of the thighs, inner and outer thighs, and calves. Hold each stretch for 30-60 seconds to relieve muscle tension, improve joint mobility, and enhance overall flexibility.
2026-04-27