The Couch Potato Workout

A couch potato is a person who lives a sedentary lifestyle, meaning someone who doesn't do or rarely does any physical activity. In 2008, the United States American National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) showed that 36% of adults were considered inactive and 59% of adult respondents never participated in vigorous physical activity lasting more than 10 minutes per week. But Americans know that exercise is good for their health. Still, many are overweight and out-of-shape couch potatoes.

That's why I'm sharing this video by Jari Love. It will show you how to do simple workout exercises that would, at least, get those limbs moving. She suggests that while watching TV, especially during commercial breaks, try to burn some calories by following these simple drills.

5 Foods To Eat Before A Work Out

What do you usually eat or drink before working out? Whatever it is, it should be something that could keep you going while keeping your body fit. No matter what time of the day you choose to work out, you should never be too full or too hungry before hitting the gym.

Many people would have different suggestions as to what foods to eat before working out, but they would all agree that protein and carbs are the best foods to eat prior to exercise. Protein increases lean muscle tissue and strengthens the immune system. Carbohydrates, on the other hand, is the best source of energy.  It breaks down into glucose and is stored in the muscles as glycogen. During exercise, the glycogen is converted back to glucose and is used for energy.