Weekend Roundup – I’m Going To Grad School Edition!!!

I got some great news last week. Looks like I’ve been accepted to the Berkeley – Columbia Graduate School of Business. I’ve been hoping for this for over two years now and knowing I’m in is like a huge weight lifted off my shoulders.

And while I celebrate, here are a few articles I thought you would find useful:

From the Tampa Bay Online we have this article about a family who is getting in shape together. There are no exercise or fitness secrets here, only a great story about motivating ourselves and our loved ones. Remember, the people around you can be the greatest obstacle on the way to a healthy life, but they can also be your greatest support. Why not talk to them and see if they’re interested in getting healthy together?
@Tampa Bay Online

From the University of Tulsa’s Collegian we have this article about focusing on fitness instead of weight loss. I’ve written a number of articles about this before. We focus too much on weight loss and not enough on exercise and fitness. Weight loss is meaningless. You can lose a few lbs of muscle and be worse off. Weight is important as one indicator of health but it’s by no means the only one and it shouldn’t be our only measure for how healthy we are.
@The Collegian

From the BBC we have this fascinating article about how our surroundings shape our health. It argues that cities and neighborhoods can be built in such a way so as to promote fitness and health. I agree 100%. I know that, since my wife and I moved into our new apartment, I’ve been walking and biking more simply because there are more options within easy walking distance. Read the article and think about it next time you’re looking for a place to live; it might influence your decision.
@The BBC

Fish oil has been touted as a miracle cure that will improve your heart health while lowering your cholesterol. Well, here’s an article from US News and World Report that shows fish oil may not be as effective as previously thought in preventing strokes. Have no fear though, the article goes on to discuss the effects of fiber on stroke incidence so if you’re eating a healthy diet with plenty of fiber, you’re fine.
@US News and World Report

And on a related note, here’s an article from Mark’s Daily Apple about Omega Fats, the type of fats that fish oil contains. It’s a fascinating read filled with useful information. While fish oil may not prevent strokes, it’s still a very good source of nutrients.
@Mark’s Daily Apple