Weight Loss

  Historic Background-Physical Activity in Humans Physical Activity is a key medicine & lifestyle practice that promote & support good health in humans, and other members of the animal kingdom. Specifically for humans, ever since our feet were placed on this earth, physical activity has been a key component in out survival. In the pre-civilization...

Note Briefly The information herein is for general education purposes only; and does not act as medical advice, or function as an alternative. For your benefit & safety, consult with your medical doctor for clearance; and physiotherapist, and/or personal trainer before engaging in any exercise regimen.   Introduction If you exercise (non-sport focused) recreationally; or […]

Mrs Stacey- Ann Ricketts- Anderson is a Registered Dietitian (Jamaica) and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from the University of Technology. She has pursued further training with the Jamaica Island Nutrition Network in Wellness and lifestyle Nutrition and is a Wellness Lifestyle Nutrition Advisor. She is currently employed at the […]

Features of Workout Warm-Up March on Spot, Wall Butt-Kics, Arms Extended Laterally, Shoulder Pulses…   Main Wall Push-Ups, Isometric Wall Squats, Dumbbells Bicep Curls, Dumbbells Overhead Tricep Extension, Dumbbells Reverse Fly…   Cool-Down 2-3 Count Breathing, Standing Knee-Flexion Stretch, Front Split–confortable range, Arm Overhead Tricep Stretch…   Health, Fitness & Aesthetic Benefits of This Workout […]

Diana: Busy Nurse-Mom & Motivator. It was in the peak of the global pandemic that Diana began her journey with us 2+ years ago. She was beyond fatigued, and was in no way comfortable with her bio-health indicators. Being the family motivator she is, Diana, led the charge of enrolling (in our personal training system) […]

Introduction The economics, consumption of & interest in weight loss pills (weight loss supplements), make it a hot business segment and trend, in the global health & fitness industry. According to Grand View Research-The global weight loss supplements market size was valued at USD 33.4 billion in 2020 and is projected to expand at a...

  The Misleading Claim(s) of EMSCULPT NEO “EMSCULPT NEO is a noninvasive body contouring treatment that is performed in a series of 30 minute sessions. EMSCULPT NEO takes the original EMSCULPT, which only incorporates muscle stimulation, and adds radiofrequency fat reduction and skin tightening. EMSCULPT NEO takes the extremely popular EMSCULPT and takes it to […]

Introduction There is a growing trend in Jamaica, and amongst Jamaicans within the diaspora, towards the usage of ultrasound as method towards helping them lose bodyfat, at specific parts of their body, such as the: Belly Arms Back This growing trend can be attributed to the ambassadorial role of social influencers who would’ve used this, […]

Introduction Across sections of society in Jamaica, and other nations in the Caribbean, the common belief is that eating healthy is expensive. This is a major indicator of food economics being a causative factor & determinant, of the high prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) affecting the health & well-being of both the population & economy...

  “My main reason why I started this journey is health issues. I’ve been to the doctor every month. My blood pressure was high. I had to be placed on blood pressure medication. I didn’t want that.” (Daveen, 2019). In the video clip below recorded in 2019, Daveen shares her main reason for embarking on […]