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TPN::The Health & Fitness Show


08/29/2008 09:16 PM
Bolt Is Freaky Fast, But Nowhere Near Human Limits
“As astonishing as Usain Bolt’s record-breaking 100-meter sprint was, his time of 9.69 seconds is nowhere near what biostatisticians predict is the natural limit for the human body. [Read on]
08/15/2008 08:46 PM
Tammy’s Great Legs… and her workout

08/15/2008 08:43 PM
Triceps - Killer Workout

08/09/2008 09:31 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #071 - Group Fitness Classes or Own Workout?
The Health & Fitness Show #071 - Group Fitness Classes or Own Workout (MP3 9.7MB time 21.00) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Thanks to David for sending the show topic for today (Specifically, David had Group Fitness Classes, Your Own Workout or Both?) What is a Group Fitness Class? What is your own workout? Benefits of Group Fitness Benefits of Own Workout Which one is [...]
08/02/2008 05:23 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #070 - Protein Shakes
The Health & Fitness Show #070 - Protein Shakes (MP3 10MB time 21.33) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Protein Shakes What are they? Are they worthwhile? Are protein shakes good as a Meal Replacement? Are protein shakes beneficial for exercise? Recipes “Hi Beti, I’ve just discovered the show and working my way through old eps.. Just wondering if you have done a show on Protein Shakes.. I’m [...]
08/02/2008 05:10 AM
Barbell Bicep Curl Technique
Nice demonstration:
08/02/2008 05:06 AM
Core Activation
Just one note… core activation is something that has emerged from Pilates, not “Moms into Fitness”. But, nonetheless, this is a good demo:
07/13/2008 09:36 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #069 - Time Fitness
The Health & Fitness Show #069 - Time Fitness (MP3 11.8MB time 25.38) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Dissecting the day and the time we really need to be spending on each segment. Thanks http://tpn.thepodcastnetwork.com/xminds/ Thanks to the great people at Xminds who helped get the TPN servers back on track and made it possible to deliver this free podcast to you. [...]
07/06/2008 04:15 AM
The Official Wii Fit Experiment, RESULTS!
“It’s been 1 year and 5 months since I finished my Wii Sports Experiment (mirror), where I lost 9lbs., BMI went down two points, 3 inches off my waist, lower heart rate and more. You can see my before and after photos, video, charts, stats, and more, HERE. After that experiment I received international [...]
06/23/2008 03:41 AM
Road test: Nintendo Wii Fitness
“Once home fitness was all about aerobics videos and then yoga DVDs; now it’s all about Wii — a new wave of computer games that require users to get off the couch and “play” sports. But is it really healthy?” [Read on]
06/23/2008 03:39 AM
Instant Breakfast
“In the time you spend each morning calibrating your hair gel, you could be doing something more important, with a much better payoff: eating breakfast. Mom was right (and it’s okay to admit it): Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” [Read on]
05/17/2008 10:06 PM
Man stages Wii Fit experiment to lose weight, gain fame
We interviewed Mickey a while back for the Nintento Wii Experiment, now his doing his experiment with the Wii Fit. Good Luck Mickey :) “About a year ago, one morbidly obese (er, a tiny bit chubby) man began a quest to find out what happens when you stop being polite and try to exercise via Wii [...]
05/17/2008 09:55 PM
Nintendo set to launch “Wii Fit” exercise game
“SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - For years, video games have been blamed for turning kids into idle layabouts who only venture off the couch to fill up on potato chips and soda. Nintendo Co Ltd <7974.OS> now aims to shatter that image with a game that aims to get players off the couch and lead them to [...]
05/17/2008 09:52 PM
The Low Fat Salad
Or is it? “Fat-busting salad What could be healthier or more low fat than salad? Well, it depends what’s in it and on it. In its basic state—a bed of salad leaves with chopped vegetables, it is indeed low fat and healthy. It’s what is added to our salads that gets us into trouble. Salads prepared at restaurants [...]
05/17/2008 09:48 PM
Scientists make weight loss claim
“Australian scientists believe they may have discovered how to help people lose weight without cutting back on food. Researchers in Melbourne found that by manipulating fat cells in mice they were able to speed up metabolism.” [Read on]
05/17/2008 09:06 PM
Happy 3rd Birthday Health and Fitness Show
It has been 3 years since this show started and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people that helped with the show over the years. I would like to send out a  huge thanks the audience,  you :) Your encouraging feedback and support keeps  this show going.  The raving iTunes reviews [...]
04/28/2008 07:47 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #068 - Feet
The Health & Fitness Show #068 - Feet (MP3 12MB time 26.16) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Importance of keeping your feet healthy Footwear for healthy feet Pedicure Routines to follow to keep healthy feet Reference: http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/BHCV2/ bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Footwear_for_healthy_feet?OpenDocument http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedicure http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/footinjuriesanddisorders.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orthotics#Foot_Orthotics Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
04/27/2008 08:10 AM
You Walk Wrong
“Walking is easy. It’s so easy that no one ever has to teach you how to do it. It’s so easy, in fact, that we often pair it with other easy activities—talking, chewing gum—and suggest that if you can’t do both simultaneously, you’re some sort of insensate clod. So you probably think you’ve got this [...]
04/11/2008 06:31 PM
iPhone to Support GPS, Stereo Bluetooth, Nike+, Battle Hackers
Yay!!! The Nike+ would be a great accessory with my iPhone!!! “As the Second Coming of the JesusPhone looms over the horizon, the rumor pace starts to accelerate, with people digging in the dirt to try to get any clues about what’s awaiting in this incarnation of Apple’s cellphone. StuffTV is now reporting that—just like Jason [...]
04/11/2008 06:29 PM
Nike+ gear coming to iPhone, iPod touch
“The Nike+ fitness technology will indeed become available for the iPhone and the iPod touch, a Nike spokesperson has confirmed. Speculation began that it might when patent filings surfaced last month, pointing to an integrated fitness system similar to the existing Nike+iPod kit for Nanos. Although there is no sign of the extra sensors [...]
03/24/2008 03:48 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #067 - Lemon Detox Diet
Why is beti doing this show topic? What is the Lemon Detox Diet? How does it taste? Program Versions Will it work? Diet or Detox? What’s this about bee pollen? Reference: http://lemondetoxdiet.com.au http://today.ninemsn.com.au/ article.aspx?id=297108 http://www.healthnetwork.com.au/ weight-loss/lemon-detox-diet.asp http://www.healthandbeauty.net.au/ my-lemon-detox-experiment/ http://www.australiasown.com.au/ Text/1104383981671-0688/Bee-Pollen Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti DOWNLOAD PODCAST
03/15/2008 02:42 AM
Clicking from couch potato to fitness freak
“In the last week alone, Nintendo rolled out the Wii Fit, a new game for its popular gaming console dedicated purely to lounge-room fitness, and Samsung introduced the miCoach mobile handset in partnership with adidas. [Read on]
03/07/2008 06:52 PM
Apple, Nike to tie iPod nanos into gym equipment
“Leveraging a partnership that began two years ago, Apple and Nike said Tuesday they hope to again redefine the way people work out by bringing the Nike + iPod experience to gyms around the world beginning this summer.” [Read on]
02/24/2008 02:25 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #066 - Health and Fitness News 3
The Health & Fitness Show #066 - Health and Fitness News 3 (MP3 9.8MB time 21:12) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Various Health and Fitness news items. Reference: Active Media http://www.goforyourlife.vic.gov.au /hav/articles.nsf/pages/Active_Media?OpenDocument Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
01/12/2008 04:21 PM
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is a great activity that is both economical and fun.  It is great snorkeling with friends too. “Snorkeling is a wonderful activity that can be enjoyed by almost anyone who has access to the ocean, a lake, river, pond or quarry.  Snorkeling as an activity frequently lives in the shadows of scuba diving - another [...]
01/06/2008 01:46 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #065 - Wii Fit
The Health & Fitness Show #065 - Wii Fit (MP3 7.1MB time 15:24) DOWNLOAD PODCAST http://e3nin.nintendo.com/wii_fit.html Reference: http://news.google.com/news?hl =en&ned=us&q=wii+fit&btnG=Search+News http://www.amazon.com/Wii-Fit-Price/ forum/Fx2VGP8F0CABC29/Tx1UON9SM4B73SG/ 1?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B000VJRU44 http://www.mywii.com.au/ GameDetail.aspx?id=208 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wii_Fit# Activities http://www.mirror.co.uk/showbiz/entertainment /gamezone/2008/01/04/wii-fit-89520-20272588/ http://www.engadget.com/2007/07/11/ nintendo-wii-fit-gets-you-stepping/ Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
01/05/2008 08:40 PM
How To How to Get Started Indoor Rock Climbing/ Gym climbing
Nice Article, it even goes through everything you need to get started: http://climbing.about.com/od/gettingstarted/ht/indoor.htm  http://www.ontheedgerockclimbing.com/
01/05/2008 08:38 PM
Indoor Rock Climbing World Gym Listing
http://www.indoorclimbing.com/worldgyms.html http://www.rock-climbing-for-life.com/
12/31/2007 07:37 PM
Indoor Rock Climbing
I went indoor rock climbing the other day (with jwrigley and nic), wow, what a workout! I hadn’t been climbing for a while, so I really did miss how intense the workout was. It was great to see parents taking their kids there. Climbing teaches them confidence, inner strength and great for self esteem. I climbed at [...]
12/31/2007 04:23 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #064 - Welcome 2008 Welcome Fitness
The Health & Fitness Show #064 - Welcome 2008 Welcome Fitness (MP3 15.4MB time 33:30) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Food Fitness Exercise Skin Fitness Time Fitness Reference: www.videojug.com/film/ how-to-give-yourself-a-manicure http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedicure http://beauty.about.com/od /skinflaws/ht/basicfacial.htm Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
12/31/2007 09:57 AM
Pedicure Caution
Pampering pedicures are wonderful and relaxing, but be sure your beautician has good cleaning procedures.  Always ask what cleaning procedures are used for foot spas and if in doubt, go elsewhere or do the pedicure yourself. [Watch video]
12/15/2007 01:52 AM
Quiz: Is your relationship making you fat?
Take the quiz
12/15/2007 01:47 AM
Build the Body You Want
Article by Michael Mejia, Men’s Health
12/10/2007 06:18 AM
Shadow Boxing over a Distance
“Remote Impact is a “Sports over a Distance” game that provides a full body contact experience between geographically distant players. The game encourages extreme physical exertion and, unlike the Nintendo Wii and other console games, it recognizes and registers intense brute force. The physical intensity of the game contributes to general fitness, weight [...]
12/08/2007 03:05 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #063 - SLS
The Health & Fitness Show #063 - SLS (MP3 7.1MB time 15.22) DOWNLOAD PODCAST What is SLS/SLES? Is SLS a carcinogen? SLS Free products are available. Xero Computers supports this podcast. Located at 106 Elgin St in Carlton VICTORIA Australia, Xero is bridging the gap between computing and digital entertainment. Xero.com.au Need a computer solution, go to Xero Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Sodium_laureth_sulfate http://www.healthy-communications.com /slsmostdangerousirritant.html http://www.natural-health-information-centre.com /sodium-lauryl-sulfate.html Goodbye [...]
12/05/2007 05:01 PM
Chronic Pain - Pain Management
[Video and Advice]
12/04/2007 10:25 PM
Snack attack: best food cheats
“Not all fantastic foods have to be laden with joules and additives. Next time you’re reaching for a chocolate bar, take a look at the ninemsn list of good foods that are great to snack on. They taste delicious and will make you look great.” [Read on]
11/30/2007 03:45 PM
Lemon Detox Diet
“Why Lemon Detox? Many of us take our health for granted. It is not until we have taken the opportunity to cleanse our bodies that we truly realise that we can always improve our health and reduce the risks of disease and accumulation of toxicity in our bodies. Toxicity is the underlying root of [...]
11/30/2007 03:40 PM
Biotest Hot Rox
“Product Claims When used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet and exercise, Hot Rox helps you achieve a leaner look. Triggering lipolysis is the crucial first step, but you must also support the burn. If not, you might regain the weight. Hot Rox works best with regular exercise and a balanced diet.” [Read on, with reviews] I have [...]
11/30/2007 03:36 PM
Start Out With A Beginner’s Bodybuilding Workout Routine
“Many times beginning bodybuilders make the mistake of using the routines of professional bodybuilders featured on magazines, when instead they should be using a routine that is geared towards their level. A good beginning routine that uses minimum equipment (namely a pair of dumbbells and a bench) is the following:” [Read on]
11/19/2007 08:24 AM
Recipe: Free Form Middle Eastern Pie
Serves 4, makes 8 pies [Recipe]
11/19/2007 08:17 AM
Spirulina Through a Microscope
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11/06/2007 06:33 AM
Avoiding Cancer: Your Nine-Point Action Plan
“The gist of a long-awaited analysis of cancer-prevention studies out this week: Be slim, very slim. The report by the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research states in no uncertain terms that the more pounds you’re packing, the greater your risk of developing a number of cancers, everywhere from the [...]
11/04/2007 03:26 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #062 - Spirulina
The Health & Fitness Show #062 - Spirulina (MP3 6.9MB time ~14mins) DOWNLOAD PODCAST What is Sprirulina? Spirulina for Nutrition Toxins Cultivation History Xero Computers supports this podcast. Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spirulina_(dietary_supplement) http://www.spirulina.com/ Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
11/03/2007 08:23 PM
Killer Home Chest Workout
[Watch the You Tube Video]
11/03/2007 08:20 PM
A Low Fat Alternative for Pies and Pastries
“hese tissue-paper-thin pastry sheets make a great low fat alternative to regular pastry. Phyllo, or filo, dough has no saturated fat or trans fat, and no cholesterol. Phyllo dough is light, crisp and flaky, and so long as you use butter-flavored cooking spray between layers rather than real melted butter, it’s a perfect low fat [...]
10/19/2007 08:30 PM
Abdominal Strengthening
This is a great exercise, but ensure you ***VERY IMPORTANT*** activate your core. Leg Lift (Image from http://healthfitness.com.au/)
10/15/2007 07:15 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #061 - 5 Meals a Day Diet
The Health & Fitness Show #061 - 5 Meals a Day Diet (MP3 16.3MB time 35.24) DOWNLOAD PODCAST What is 5 meals a day diet? Why 5 meals a day? Other concepts in frequency of eating Cautions Reference: http://www.ivillage.co.uk/dietandfitness/wtmngment /diets/articles/0,,249_541380,00.html http://ezinearticles.com/?Healthy-Dieting:-Eat-5- Meals-a-Day-and-Lose-Weight!&id=143110 http://www.buzzle.com/articles/healthy-dieting-eat -meals-lose-weight.html Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
09/28/2007 07:50 AM
Three Yoga Poses for Runners
Thanks Lara http://www.thefinalsprint.com/2007/09/ ask-lara-three-yoga-poses-for-runners/
09/28/2007 07:47 AM
Starling Fitness Blog
Here is a blogger that is dedicated… nice work http://www.starling-fitness.com/ 
09/23/2007 12:55 AM
Power House Woman - WOW
Good Luck Thea “AUSTRALIA’S secret weapon against Brazil in tonight’s World Cup quarter-final is a gunslinging, karate-kicking, bodyguard to Hollywood stars.” [Read on]
09/22/2007 11:26 PM
Dance Dance Revolution: Hottest Party Experiment
Continuing for the Wii Sports Experiment podcast I did a while ago… “An 8 week gaming session to see the effects on the male and female human body. After the unexpected international success of my “Wii Sports Experiment” I thought it was time to put my body through the ringer once again.” http://wiinintendo.net/2007/09/20/ dance-dance-revolution-hottest-party-experiment/ 
09/16/2007 04:56 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #060 - Pilates
The Health & Fitness Show #060 - Pilates (MP3 XXXMB time XXXX) DOWNLOAD PODCAST What is Pilates? Benefits of Pilates Who should do Pilates? Is Pilates like yoga? Variants on Pilates Cautions that should be taken with Pilates Different places to do Pilates You Tube Pilates Videos 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 Xero - Computer and Audio-Visual Centre 106 Elgin St Carlton VIC [...]
09/16/2007 08:02 AM
What kind of exercise is Pilates? Is it good for older people?
“Pilates (puh-LAH-teez) can be an excellent exercise program for older adults. Pilates uses controlled movements — usually floor or mat exercises but sometimes machines — to improve total body strength, flexibility, balance and posture.” [Read on]
09/12/2007 07:26 AM
Your Kids Are What You Eat
“You’ve heard the adage, You are what you eat. Well, so are your kids.” [Read on]
08/27/2007 07:26 AM
Aussies ‘too tired’ to exercise: survey
“More than 90 per cent of Australians are too tired, too cold or too busy to exercise, according to a new survey.” [Read on]
08/25/2007 05:48 AM
Nice Work Mark!!!! Ironman UK
Congratulations to Mark for completing the Ironman UK in 15 hours and 19 minutes. Ironman UK 2007 Race Report Mark’s Training Blog: http://markstrainingblog.blogspot.com/ Mark’ previous appearance on The Health and Fitness Show blog [http://health.thepodcastnetwork.com/ 2007/06/20/marks-training-and-weight-loss-blog/] Love the Pirate’s motto!!! More pics from the event
08/11/2007 03:00 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #059 - Diet Pills
The Health & Fitness Show #059 - Diet Pills (MP3 16.3MB time 34.24) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Diet Pills 2 Main Categories: Prescription and Non Prescription Laxatives - not diet pills be very careful Fatburners and Appetite Suppressants Scorch Hot Rox Zantrex 3 Prescription Weight Loss Pill Xenical Reference: http://www.bodybuildingforyou.com/weight- loss-etc/biotest-hot-rox-review-1.htm http://www.ultimatefatburner.com/man-scorch-review.html http://www.info-pharm.com/xenical/xanacal.html Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
08/04/2007 10:34 AM
Pasta and Bean Soup
Pasta and Bean Soup
07/22/2007 08:16 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #058 - Easily Identify Low Fat + Low Sugar + High Nutritional Value Food
The Health & Fitness Show #058 - Easily Identify Low Fat + Low Sugar + High Nutritional Value Food (MP3 16.3MB time 35.24) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Identifying low fat food Identifying food with low sugar Identifying food high in nutrition Bringing it altogether Ultimately we are seeking the E + nutrition, not just the E. Vitamins and minerals are also needed for proper [...]
07/21/2007 07:17 AM
Running FAQs
http://www.runningforfitness.org/faq/
07/21/2007 07:14 AM
Stop The Flu - Tips
Elbow coughing and more… [See the tips]
07/21/2007 07:13 AM
Expert Exercise Tips
Pretty cool  tips. [See the tips]
07/21/2007 07:10 AM
100 Quick and Easy Health Tips
“Sometimes cooking takes a lot of time in our life, but we got some good news for you. We gathered an excellent list of cooking recipes which are easy to prepare. There are categories of receipts like Breakfast, Salad Entrees, Soups, Fish, Chicken and Turkey, Lean Meat, Vegetarian Entrees, Side Salad/Dressings, Side Vegetables, and Desserts. [...]
07/17/2007 06:59 AM
More about Red Bull
More about the insides of Red Bull: http://www.wired.com/science/ discoveries/magazine/15-07/st_redbull
07/15/2007 07:43 AM
Summer Cool Salads
For people in the Northern Hemisphere :) http://www.low-fat-recipes.com/salads/ 
07/15/2007 07:40 AM
Winter Warming Soups
For people in the Southern Hemisphere :) http://www.weightlossresources.co.uk/ recipes/low_fat/soup_recipes.htm
07/15/2007 07:37 AM
Fructose As Culprit In the Obesity Epidemic
“According to an interview with Dr. Robert Lustig, Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology from the University of California, San Francisco, fructose, once touted as diabetic-friendly because it doesn’t raise insulin levels directly, could be a major culprit for the obesity epidemic, high blood pressure, and elevated blood levels of LDL in Americans and others worldwide as [...]
07/07/2007 05:21 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #057 - Smoking and Passive Smoking
The Health & Fitness Show #057 - Smoking and Passive Smoking (MP3 15.5MB time 33.40) DOWNLOAD PODCAST This Podcast is about Smoking and Passive Smoking. Why do people Smoke? What is Smoking? What is Passive Smoking? Is Passive Smoking less harmful? What do you inhale when you breathe? Ways of how to quit smoking? Shocking Advertising in Australia. Diseases linked with smoking. Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco_smoking http://www.ash.org.uk/html/factsheets/html/fact08.html http://www.quitnow.info.au/internet/quitnow/publishing.nsf /Content/quitters-quitbook-content Goodbye and remember Be fit [...]
06/22/2007 10:44 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #056 - Losing Weight
The Health & Fitness Show #056 - Losing Weight (MP3 16.3MB time 35.24) DOWNLOAD PODCAST This Podcast is about losing weight. To lose weight ultimately two things need to be done: 1. Increase daily activity 2. Eat low fat foods/eat less But you must eat - or else body functions will stop! Two general methods of losing weight in the media: 1. Fad [...]
06/20/2007 09:23 AM
Carbs at Night
“Q: Is it true that it’s bad to eat carbs at night?” [Read on] hmmm not sure about the answer given here.  Yes, most of what said is true, but I feel as though it is a little misleading.  Maybe I have just misinterpreted the answer.  Therefore, let me submit this to you with some hypothetical figures: Day [...]
06/20/2007 03:45 AM
Marks Training and Weight Loss Blog
http://markstrainingblog.blogspot.com/ A brilliant blog by Mark showing how you can motivate yourself to keep fit and healthy by keeping a blog. Mark on the run in to the finish with less than 100m left to go. Photo taken by another Pirate supporter.
06/17/2007 06:18 AM
BMI Quick Calculator
http://body.aol.com/tools/weight-and-health-risks
06/15/2007 08:03 PM
The Jetlag Calculator
“Jetlag is actually caused by disruption of your ‘body clock’, a small cluster of brain cells that controls the timing of biological functions (circadian rhythms), including when you eat [...]
06/15/2007 07:22 PM
Lose your jelly belly now!
“Most people have issues with their jelly belly. No matter how hard they try to get rid of it, that fat pouch around their lower stomach stubbornly stays put. So how can you get it to budge, minus the grueling, celebrity-worthy, work-out regime? With a little bit of exercise, a simple food plan and lots [...]
06/15/2007 07:17 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #055 - My Health and Fitness Blog
The Health & Fitness Show #055 - My Health and Fitness Blog (MP3 16.3MB time 35.24) DOWNLOAD PODCAST This Podcast is about setting up and maintaining a health and fitness blog. What is a health and fitness blog? Why would you want to have one? Who is it beneficial for? How do you set up a Health an Fitness Blog? Variations on [...]
06/15/2007 09:51 AM
Health Fitness Calculators
BMI, Waist to Hip Ratio and more: http://healthfitness.com.au/calculators/ 
06/13/2007 07:48 AM
Low Fat Recipe - Laksa
“Serving size: Serves 6 Cooking time: Less than 15 minutes A perfect family recipe that tastes great, is easy to make and is packed with nutritional goodness.” 125g dry rice vermicelli noodles 4 Tbsp red curry paste 300g firm tofu, sliced 2½ cups sliced mushrooms 3 cups boiling water 1 cup light coconut milk 2 x 10g vegetable stock cubes, crumbled 3 baby bok choy, [...]
06/13/2007 07:44 AM
The Complex Air Pollution-Asthma Connection
“A 2004 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed a close relationship between ozone levels in American cities and episodes of care for asthma, including hospital, clinical or doctor’s office visits.Does this mean that rising air pollution is a likely cause of the asthma epidemic we are seeing worldwide? No. Here’s [...]
06/09/2007 07:07 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #054 - Weights vs Cardio
The Health & Fitness Show #054 - Weights vs Cardio (MP3 22.5MB time 49:03) DOWNLOAD PODCAST During this Podcast beti discusses the superfight between Weights vs Cardio. Please vote on show intro style What is “Weight Training”? Benefits and Disadvantages What is “Cardio”? Benefits and Disadvantages What is missing? Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
06/08/2007 04:06 AM
PLS VOTE for the New Health and Fitness Show Intro Style
Well, I have decided to go with a new intro to this show for two reasons: 1. I have had this tune for a little while now, and 2. baghdadbaby doesn’t like the current one :) So I will leave it up to you to choose a style for the new intro. Here are the options: 1. Jazz 2. [...]
06/06/2007 06:15 AM
Tan Lines
“When I first came across a ”tanning” shop, a dozen years ago on a British high street, I assumed it dealt with leather and old skins. Now it seems I was right. Only sun parloured skins may not only be leathery but potentially cancerous.” [Read on]
05/27/2007 10:20 PM
Particls: Get your Free TPN Version Here
What is particls? http://particls.com/ Get your free TPN Version
05/27/2007 08:15 AM
Principles of Acutouch
“Jin Shin Acutouch, if translated in English, will read, “Compassionate spirit penetrating through touch”. Jin Shin Acutouch is believed to be practiced even a thousand years before Christian era began. It [...]
05/27/2007 08:14 AM
Alzheimer’s Info Website
“Imbibing a daily glass or wine or other alcoholic drink may slow the progression to Alzheimer’s disease in people with mild cognitive impairment, a new study reports. The findings bolster earlier evidence that alcohol, in moderation, may be good for the brain. They appeared in Neurology, the scientific journal of the American Academy of Neurology.” http://www.alzinfo.org/
05/26/2007 05:42 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #053 - Healthy Body, Healthy Mind
The Health & Fitness Show #053 - Healthy Body, Healthy Mind (MP3 14MB time 29.35) DOWNLOAD PODCAST This podcast is about keeping your body healthy to keep your mind healthy. The focus article is titiled Stronger, Faster, Smarter Benefits of exercise to a healthy mind - stress relief - reduced anxiety - psychological wellbeing Good Study Guide -Plan -keep active -eat food high in nutritional value -get [...]
05/19/2007 01:31 AM
Who Needs a Gym?
“Few men believe it, but you don’t need barbells, dumbbells, or machines to build muscle; in fact, weight-training equipment often inhibits the process. That’s because it requires you to be in a specific location, which might explain why more men consider themselves runners than lifters. After all, running is the most accessible form of exercise [...]
05/05/2007 04:48 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #052 - Health and Fitness News 2
The Health & Fitness Show #052 - Health and Fitness News 2 (MP3 ~7.9MB time 16.59) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Podcast is about Health and Fitness News. References: http://www.hbns.org/getDocument.cfm?documentID=1461 http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2007/03 /19/1174152970873.html http://www.ajph.org/cgi/content/abstract/97/4/667?etoc http://www.addictionjournal.org/viewpressrelease.asp?pr=58 http://www.rwjf.org/portfolios/resources/grantsreport.jsp? filename=044743.htm&iaid=138 Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay health beti
04/29/2007 08:35 AM
The Longevity Diet
“I have spent most of my professional life researching the relationship between level of caloric intake and longevity. Year after year I would witness the dramatic results of calorie restriction in my laboratory at the University of California-Los Angeles. The animals eating a normal diet would start turning gray, their hair would start falling out, their [...]
04/18/2007 08:32 AM
Healing Foods
“Our day-to-day lives seem to be fraught with all kinds of minor health setbacks, from the common cold to gastrointestinal problems and all kinds of maladies. Generally, when we’re hit with any of these little ailments, our first inclination is to go to the pharmacy and drop $20 on some over-the-counter products that usually relieve the [...]
04/17/2007 08:34 AM
Pregnancy do’s and don’ts…
“Women have been getting pregnant for centuries without too much bother, but now, the minute a woman falls pregnant, something strange happens to the people around her — they all become experts.As the mum-to-be, you will be told what you can and can’t do during the nine month incubation period. Everyone from your best friend, [...]
04/17/2007 08:32 AM
Health Tip: Pets Can Harbor Germs
“Here are a few health suggestions for pet owners, courtesy of the Nemours Foundation: Always wash your hands thoroughly after petting your animals.” [Read on]
04/08/2007 07:45 AM
Supercharge a Boring Gym Session
“We should have a “refresh” button for everything: a bitter coworker, a lame bar scene, the National Hockey League. Just a click or two could give us instant improvement.Same with tired workouts. Maybe yours has frozen up like a gym version of Windows 95. You may think you have to reboot, or even upgrade. Instead, [...]
04/08/2007 07:39 AM
Wii Sports Update
Wow - huge downloads on the Wii Sports Experiment Podcast with Mickey from www.wiinintendo.net Thanks everyone :) Now TPN has a Nintendo Wii Podcast all of its own YAY, I wanted to share with you wii.thepodcastnetwork.com Cheers, beti
04/06/2007 04:35 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #051 - Vegetarian Diets
The Health & Fitness Show #051 - Vegetarian Diets (MP3 11.1MB time 24.07) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Adam wrote: I have a show idea, too: I am interested in vegetarianism and veganism. Are they healthier than normal diets? What pitfalls/benefits are there for the different types? Thanks Adam, this show is for you :) Vegetarian diets - benefits - draw backs - things to be [...]
03/23/2007 07:36 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #050 - Wii Sports Experiment
The Health & Fitness Show #050 - Wii Sports Experiment (MP3 ~9MB time 18.32) DOWNLOAD PODCAST MP3 DOWNLOAD PODCAST M4B (with images and for those people with an iPod this will load into the Audiobooks section and is book markable) Wii Sports Experiment - 6 week plan From Review to Experiment The Results The Wii Elbow and DOMS Media to the Experiment Traineo Wii [...]
03/17/2007 09:01 AM
Treadmill vs Running Outdoors
“Question Is running outside better than running on a treadmill? And do you have to run more if you are on a treadmill to get the same workout as if you were running outside? Answer There are advantages and disadvantages to running outdoors and on treadmills — it really depends on your preferences and what suits your lifestyle, [...]
03/16/2007 10:32 PM
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
“What is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is caused by the abnormal backflow, or reflux, of stomach and juices into the esophagus, the tube that leads from the throat to the stomach.” [Read On]
03/09/2007 09:20 AM
Does fluoride do more harm than good?
” Last year, we ran a story on the best kind of water to drink — bottled, filtered, or tap — and boy, didn’t that cause a stir.The reason? A little thing called fluoride.” [Read on]
03/09/2007 09:10 AM
Health Tip: Eating While on the Road
“Do you pass the time on long road trips by pigging out on unhealthy snacks?” [Read on]
02/24/2007 02:58 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #049 - Kettlebell Training
The Health & Fitness Show #049 (MP3 ~25MB time 52.50) DOWNLOAD PODCAST MP3 DOWNLOAD PODCAST M4A (with images) Kettlebell Training Podcast with Don Stevenson, RKC, Olympic weightlifting coach, strongman enthusiast and proprietor of CrossFit Sydney and Octogen Fitness. www.octogen.com.au What is a kettlebell? Kettlebells can be used for ultimate strength and cardio training for ultimate fat burning. Kettlebell Core exercises [...]
02/22/2007 04:52 AM
Pavel Tsatsouline
Master of Sports, is a former Soviet Special Forces instructor, currently a Subject Matter Expert to elite units of the US military and law enforcement. Pavel makes his ‘low tech/high concept’ strength programs available to civilians through his books and videos. www.powerbypavel.com
02/22/2007 04:49 AM
Octogen DVD Magazine
Each month the Octogen DVD magazine will bring you the latest in fitness advice from Australia’s top coaches. This revolutionary DVD series will show you hundreds of new exercises and workouts to maximize the results you get from your training sessions. Octogen DVD Magazine “Rapid Fire” Newsletter
02/22/2007 03:46 AM
TPN Listeners - 10% Discount at GoDaddy.com
Listen to the next podcast to find out how to get the 10% Discount!
02/15/2007 02:56 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #048 - Gym Membership vs Home Gym
The Health & Fitness Show #048 (MP3 8.13MB time 17.41) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Questions that should you should ask yourself before investing in a Gym Membership or Home Gym. This podcast allows you to explore your alternatives and could save you a lot of money. Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
02/13/2007 02:42 AM
TPN Widget - get it, get it now!
Tim King from +grooveARMY has written a brilliant widget for TPN which will run on your desktop to make sure you never miss another TPN podcast! The Yahoo! Widget Engine (formerly known as Konfabulator) is a JavaScript runtime engine for Windows and Mac OS X that lets you run little files called Widgets that can do pretty [...]
02/04/2007 07:17 AM
Concern over dye allergies
“MORE people are suffering allergic reactions to hair dyes in the pursuit of the “cult of youth”, British doctors warn.” [Read on]
02/04/2007 07:15 AM
Binge Eating: What you need to know
“Here we publish the common questions and answers regarding binge eating for those who want to know more about the illness.” [Read on]
02/04/2007 07:12 AM
Workouts Add Muscle to the Flu Shot
“SATURDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) — Pumping iron may pump up your response to a flu shot, British research suggests.” [Read on]
01/23/2007 07:55 AM
Caffeine could ease muscle pain, researchers say
“That morning cup of coffee may be an antidote to post-exercise muscle soreness, if preliminary research is correct. In a small study of female college students, researchers have found that a caffeine supplement seems to lessen the familiar muscle pain that crops up the day after a particularly challenging workout. Known as delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), the [...]
12/31/2006 05:20 AM
Happy New Year
Happy New Year Be Fit and Stay Healthy in 2007 :) cheers beti
12/27/2006 07:57 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #047 - Stretch 1
The Health & Fitness Show #047 (MP3 7.6MB time 16.23) DOWNLOAD PODCAST MP3 DOWNLOAD PODCAST M4A (with images) This podcast is a stretching guide to be used after after activity to ensure all parts of the body are stretched for an adequate period. Goodbye and remember Be fit and stay healthy beti
12/11/2006 06:29 AM
Nike + iPod Questions or Comments???
To be included in the next podcast - yes, be part of the next podcast by simply sending me a voice message :)
12/08/2006 11:57 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #046 - Health and Fitness News 1
The Health & Fitness Show #046 (MP3 – 6.6MB – time 19.00) DOWNLOAD PODCAST 00.43 Health and Fitness News 01.00 Australian Fitness Instructors 02.22 Kinect Australia 02.47 Health and Fitness Blog 05.00 Less active people have more to gain 08.10 Fundraising by junkfood 11.11 Overweight Aussies can’t go it alone 13.00 Chronic Diseases – we are not doing enough 14.40 Misleading labels 17.20 Christmas Run in [...]
12/04/2006 07:12 AM
Nike + iPod Community Site
http://www.ipodnikeplus.net/
12/04/2006 07:09 AM
Nike + iPod Sport Kit
PC Mag Review
12/02/2006 01:16 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #045 - Nike+ Test Run
The Health & Fitness Show #045 (MP3 – 7.00MB – time 20.00) DOWNLOAD PODCAST 00.56 Nike+ Requirements 02.10 iPod Nano 04.47 The Shoe 06.12 The Nike+ iPod experience 07.18 iTunes 11.00 Shoe Issues - Shoessues hehehe 13.00 iPod Menu 14.14 Versions 15.00 Speed + Acceleration + Deceleration 16.20 Be safe 19.01 Surface Interval References: www.nike.com/nikeplus www.apple.com/ipod/nike/gallery.html Images: http://i.cmpnet.com/eetimes/news/ 06/08/DC1425_TEARDOWN_PG_42.gif http://static.blogo.it/melablog/nikesensor.jpg Goodbye and remember… Be fit and stay healthy beti
11/28/2006 07:10 AM
Gnoll110 - Body Building Pics
Here is a friend of mine who recently competed in a body building comp in Australia.  Thanks for letting me post the pics gnoll110 :) Complete Body Building Pics Associated Blog Body Building Forum  Men of Steel!
11/21/2006 05:08 AM
Nike + iPod
watch YouTube video
11/10/2006 10:49 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #044 - Detox and Fasting Diets
The Health & Fitness Show #044 (MP3 – 5.4MB – time 15.40) DOWNLOAD PODCAST Tricia Doukas Says: I’ve always been curious about fasting and detox diets. Do they work? If so what types work best? That’s all, I love your show! beti says: Thanks Tricia, this show is for you :) 01.40 What is detox? 02.07 What is fasting? 04.32 Sugar detox 05.25 Caffeine [...]
11/10/2006 09:17 PM
Detox Diet Used By Paltrow and Blanchett Gets Some Play
“It never fails to amuse me when news personalities start talking about gluten-free food, leafy green veggies, and soy milk like they’re some shocking new discovery. Granted, your average American would be lost amidst the aisles of organic or natural delicacies at a food co-op or farmers market; but framing the whole process as alien [...]
11/10/2006 09:12 PM
Fast way to better health
“How would you like it if I told you there was a way to eat pretty much anything and everything you wanted to eat and still maintain your health? Or better yet, what if I told you that you could eat pretty much anything and everything you wanted and even improve your health? Would you [...]
11/04/2006 11:05 PM
Happy Birthday my Health and Fitness Blog
Over a year ago I started posting a personal health and fitness blog where I record certain things that I like to monitor, for instance my activity, body care and fresh fruit and veg intake…  YAY Benefits I have seen from this include knowing to include some body care and rest when I do a lot [...]
10/22/2006 05:58 PM
Red Bull Rumours
“Ever wondered what’s in a can of Redbull Energy drink? The small print lists a host of ingredients and among them is Glucuronolactone, an artificially manufactured stimulant developed in the early 60’s by the American Government.” [Read on]
10/07/2006 04:52 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #043 - Red Bull
The Health & Fitness Show #043 (MP3 – 6.6MB – time 19.00) DOWNLOAD PODCAST 00.30 Red Bull 00.44 TPN Survey 01.28 What is Red Bull? 03.27 Jager Bombs 03.47 Ingredients explained 08.52 Comparisons with Red Bull and other foods 18.00 Box Office Weekly Podcast References: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_bull http://www.spiked-online.com /Articles/00000002D1AF.htm http://www.cbc.ca/consumers /market/files/health/redbull/index.html http://www.medicalnewstoday.com /medicalnews.php?newsid=5753 http://www.redbull.com/ http://answers.google.com /answers/threadview?id=92629 http://en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Taurine http://en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Glucuronolactone http://www.pechsiam.com /allabout_nutrition.htm http://www.druginfo.adf.org.au /article.asp?ContentID=energy_drinks http://www.druginfo.adf.org.au /article.asp?ContentID=caffeine Goodbye and remember… Be fit and stay healthy beti
10/06/2006 08:34 AM
TPN Survey
It’s that time again, yep, survey time.  Please take a few minutes to complete this survey, especially if you love listening to the show :) Do it… Do it NOW ;) TPN Survey
09/29/2006 01:12 AM
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Watch YouTube Video
09/29/2006 01:04 AM
Shoulder Exercise Video with Fitball
Take note of the different seating position on the fitball (swissball) throughout the exercise. Watch YouTube Video
09/29/2006 12:57 AM
Coke vs Pepsi
This is very interesting… Coke -or-  Pepsi THE Who Serves What Map
09/13/2006 09:09 AM
Fat Burning Heart Rate
Glucaneogenesis explained. I like the way Steve explains glucaneogenesis or the production of glucose for energy usage. Watch Video
09/07/2006 09:57 AM
Resistance training
“Resistance training increases muscle strength by pitting the muscles against a weight, such as a dumbbell or barbell. The muscle cells adapt to the extra workload by enlarging (hypertrophy) and recruiting greater numbers of nerve cells to aid contraction. Understanding the principles of muscle contraction can help you reach your fitness goals faster. It is [...]
09/07/2006 09:56 AM
Define: Cardio
Definitions of cardio on the Web - Google
09/07/2006 09:55 AM
High Intensity Cardio
“Twenty minutes of high intensity cardio increases your aerobic capacity (VO2max) dramatically, maintains lean muscle mass, boosts your metabolism during and after exercise, and burns more fat calories than 30-45 minutes of low intensity cardio. Sound too good to be true?” [Read on]
09/07/2006 09:53 AM
Exercise intensity
“Exercise intensity refers to how hard your body is working during physical activity. For maximum health benefits, the goal is to work hard but not too hard. There are a variety of ways to measure your exercise intensity to make sure your body is getting the most out of every workout. “ [Read on]
09/07/2006 09:53 AM
Finding the Right Exercise Intensity
“We’ve all heard the exercise guidelines that recommend we participate in 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity 3-5 times per week. That seems easy enough to implement. Or, does it? The duration and frequency guidelines are very straight-forward and easily defined. But, “moderate” intensity is often left to interpretation. [...]
09/07/2006 09:52 AM
Impact of Exercise Intensity on Body Fatness and Skeletal Muscle Metabolism
“The HIIT group lost over 3 times as much subcutanious fat as the ET group despite of only expending less than half as many calories.” HIIT = High Intensity Interval Training ET = Endurance Training [Read on]
09/07/2006 09:30 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #042 - Exercise: Intensity, Type and Duration
The Health & Fitness Show #042 (MP3 – 14.5MB – time 42.00) DOWNLOAD PODCAST 01.00 Exercise Type? Duration? Intensity? 02.42 Why do you want/need to exercise? 08.09 Competition - type of exercise 12.17 Why do the resistance training? 16.43 What is cardio? 22.13 Fat loss - duration 23.20 Rest 26.30 Strength Training duration 30.20 Fat loss - intensity 32.00 Heart Rate 38.00 Look after your body 40.53 GDAY [...]
09/04/2006 09:50 PM
Treadmills: I am impressed!
Treadmills can be quite boring, but these guys have brought new meaning to the use of treadmills…I have seen similar things with DDR, but I think this is really cool. [YouTube: Treadmill Dance]
09/02/2006 09:59 AM
Can you guess what happened here?
The other night I was shopping at my local supermarket when I noticed an interesting package lying in the middle of the carpark. With my government’s marketing campaign/scare tactics to be Terror Aware I had to check out this suspect parcel…this is what I saw as I walked towards it… Now, this is my first [...]
08/25/2006 05:42 PM
The Health & Fitness Show #041 - Yoghurt
The Health & Fitness Show #041 (MP3 – 5.8MB – time 16.40) DOWNLOAD In this podcast beti talks about yoghurt, yogurt and yogourt. 00.45 What is yoghurt 02.05 Lactose Intolerant??? 03.50 Bananas are big bucks in Melbourne 05.45 Savory yoghurt variations 07.35 Making your own yoghurt 12.25 Antibiotics and normal flora 12.45 ABC 13.30 Thanks for the suggestion Bruce… will do… 14.40 The Father Bob Show References: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoghurt http://www.leaflady.org/yoghurt.htm
08/25/2006 09:42 AM
Easi Yo
Yes, this is what I use :) and I highly recommend it to anyone that loves the convenience of having a quick and cost effective method of making yoghurt at home. It is easy, cost efficient and very convenient. [Easi Yo]
08/25/2006 09:38 AM
Yoghurt Recipes
“Use homemade yogurt to make delicious low-fat salad dressings, dips and sauces.” [Read on]
08/25/2006 09:36 AM
Yoghurt - From Mid-East staple to wonder food
“Yogurt (also known as yoghurt, yaourt, yoghurd, and yogourt) has been a food staple in the Middle East for millenia, but it didn’t become a mainstay in the United States until the latter part of the 19th century.” [Read on]
08/18/2006 08:14 AM
Most egg labels ‘mean nothing’
“The humble egg is under siege. Take a step back from the free-range versus cage debate and look at all those other labels on your eggs. Antibiotic-free? No hormones? Vitamin enriched? Do they really mean anything?” [Read on]
08/18/2006 08:11 AM
Exercise Amount More Important Than Intensity
“The amount of exercise a person engages in per week may be more important than the intensity of the exercise. A study in the October issue of CHEST, the peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP), shows that adults who participate in mild exercise, such as walking briskly for 12 miles or [...]
08/18/2006 08:05 AM
Barley Mushroom Pilaf Recipe
[View recipe]
08/17/2006 06:28 AM
Health Tip: Dealing With Diarrhea
“Diarrhea can be caused by either a viral or bacterial infection, food poisoning, and a host of other diseases and conditions. By itself it can be serious, because it can lead to dehydration.” [Read on]
08/14/2006 06:39 AM
How to Get Big Shoulder Muscles
“Building massive shoulders, much like building massive anything, doesn’t require a real complicated weight training approach. In the following article, Sean Nalewanyj gives you the secrets to building up big shoulder muscles and supplies a couple of quick but effective shoulder routines.” [Read on]
08/14/2006 06:37 AM
Aussie women lift Water Polo World Cup
“Australia defeated Olympic champion Italy 10-5 to win the FINA Women’s Water Polo World Cup in China on Sunday.” [Read on]
08/14/2006 06:36 AM
The olive oil paradox
“MARRAKESH, Morocco — The olive oil in your pan is helping to trigger environmental change thousands of miles away in this North African kingdom.” [Read on]
08/14/2006 06:34 AM
Anti-smoking Effort Recognized Internationally
“The Chairman of the Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health (COSH), Dr Homer Tso today (August 10) was congratulated by the Director of Health, Dr PY Lam, for receiving an international award recognizing his dedicated and outstanding contribution to tobacco control.” [Read on]
08/14/2006 06:30 AM
HIV: How many drugs?
“Without a cure or preventive vaccine, physicians, social scientists and those affected by HIV have trained a spotlight on drug therapy at the 16th International AIDS Conference, which opened yesterday in Toronto.” [Read on]
08/14/2006 06:10 AM
The Health & Fitness Show #040 - Menu Dissection
The Health & Fitness Show #040 (MP3 – 3.8MB – time 10.40) DOWNLOAD In this podcast beti dissects restaurant options. There are healthy options to eating out. 01.01 The meal 03.00 Preparation and content 04.00 Dessert 05.55 Is chocolate ok? 07.20 Pasta??? 08.08 Corn Chips + Cheese + More = Nachos 09.19 Food = emotionally neutral 09.43 Box Office Weekly Show
08/03/2006 07:57 AM
How Genetic Glitch Could Keep Some People From Feeling Full, Study
“Nearly 6 percent of morbidly obese children and adults have a genetic defect that keeps them feeling like their stomach is running on empty, no matter how much they have eaten. “ [Read on]