Resources
Health and Fitness Websites
BMI calculator - calculate your BMI, or Body Mass Index, to find out if you are at a healthy weight for your height. (Note that depending on your body composition, BMI may not be a completely accurate way to determine if you need to lose weight. Talk to a qualified health professional if you are concerned about your weight. They can check other things, such as your percentage of body fat, that affect your weight and your health.)
Yoga Journal - website of Yoga Journal magazine. Lots of information on yoga, instructions for poses, articles on nutrition, podcast, video, and more. It’s all free but the site has a lot of advertising.
Yoga Today - website with daily yoga workout videos.
Ashtanga Yoga - website with lots of information about the Ashtanga style of yoga. Ashtanga yoga is a demanding strength and endurance workout in addition to building flexibility and balance.
BabyFit - site for pregnant women with lots of nutrition and fitness information, as well as forums, and articles about prenatal and postnatal health, fetal development, and early childhood development.
A Healthier Life - social network designed for working toward health goals in a supportive environment. Meet people who are also trying to be healthier, get advice and encouragement.
USDA Food Nutrient Database - search for a food on this site to find detailed nutritional information.
Whole Grains Council - lots of information about whole grains and why you should be eating them every day
Blogs related to health and fitness (note: this list is mainly provided for entertainment purposes. Blogs may not be written by qualified health professionals, although some are.)
60 in 3
Mark’s Daily Apple
Interactive Health
Diabetes Notes
A Hearty Life
Pink Ribbon Review