Something interesting came across my desk the other day. It was a report by the Center for Disease Control study of obesity trends in America from 1988 to 2006. The numbers are simply staggering. What was especially eye opening was to see the actual trends represented graphically. It is one thing to say X % of the population is now obese. It is quite another to see that only 15 years ago it was half that.
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The graphic above shows how much fatter we as a country have gotten. Notice how nice and blue we were in 1988. Then notice how red we are in 2006. It is shocking, sad and embarrassing all at once.
What can be done? Do I have a solution? Well yes and no.
I am going to steal a saying from David Brower of Friends of Earth – Think Globally, Act Locally.
Responsibility for our countries weighty issues starts at home. You, my good friends are ahead of the curve as you are reading my blog/newsletter and are thus already conscious of your health and body fat levels.
Here is all you have to do: Start with yourself. Watch your nutrition and exercise. Easy right? Well… That’s ok, there are resources to help.
Think Globally, Act Locally. Soon your “local” actions will have a global effect. Your positive changes can affect change in those around you.
Got kids? Then make sure they eat well too. They can follow your lead.
Got a friend? Become workout buddies. Social support can turn good results into great results.
Got a spouse? I have no advice here – most likely you can’t win.
Start with yourself. You have more influence than you know. If you need guidance and support, do not hesitate to send me an email.
Joshua Carter, CPT
The Body Transformation Expert
Carter Fitness
http://carterfitness.com
818-337-6175
