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Associated Press
28-04-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Ellen Glickman Backs Bold Proposal to Make America Healthier, One Choice at a Time
Exercise Scientist and Health Advocate Says It's Time to Rethink How SNAP Dollars Are Spent 'If we're going to use public funds to support nutrition, let's invest in foods that strengthen, not sabotage, public health. '— Ellen Glickman KENT, OH, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 / / -- As the nation debates Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s proposal to prevent Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds from being used to purchase soda, Ellen Glickman, a leading exercise physiologist and advocate for public wellness, is speaking out in support of the measure and calling for a shift in how we think about government-funded nutrition. 'We have to stop pretending soda is food,' said Ellen Glickman, a professor of Exercise Science and Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (FACSM). 'SNAP is meant to nourish families, not subsidize disease. We need to use these benefits as a path toward improving health and improving lives.' Secretary Kennedy's proposal aims to curb the purchase of sugary drinks using SNAP benefits, citing links between soda consumption and rising rates of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease, particularly in low-income communities. According to USDA reports, SNAP dollars currently funnel billions of taxpayer dollars each year into the hands of soda manufacturers. Ellen Glickman agrees it's time for change. 'This isn't about judging people for their food choices. I enjoy a cold soda now and then too,' she added. 'But if we're going to use public funds to support nutrition, let's invest in foods that strengthen, not sabotage, public health. We're not talking about banning soda, we are only talking about not paying for it with taxpayer dollars.' She also emphasizes that personal dignity and public health aren't mutually exclusive. 'Real compassion isn't turning a blind eye to unhealthy habits. It's helping people make better choices, especially when they're navigating tough times.' Ellen Glickman applauds the boldness of the proposal, acknowledging it may raise complex questions. 'Where do we draw the line? How do we implement this without shame or stigma?' she said. 'But the bigger question is, What kind of country do we want to be? One that keeps funding chronic illness, or one that invests in healthier futures?' By supporting smarter SNAP policy and promoting access to nutritious foods, Ellen Glickman believes America can take a powerful step toward reducing healthcare costs and increasing quality of life for all. 'We've tried leaving it up to the market. We've tried just offering education. But chronic disease rates keep climbing,' Glickman said. 'Maybe now is the time to try something brave. Something better.' About Ellen Glickman: Dr. Ellen Glickman is a leading authority on exercise physiology and hydration science. She is a professor at Kent State University, a published author with more than 100 journal articles, and a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. Her work has been featured at national and international conferences, and she is widely respected for translating complex science into practical, everyday advice. ### Please visit: For more information or to schedule an interview with Dr. Glickman, please contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or [email protected] Dan Rene Dan Rene Communications +1 202-329-8357 [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Arab Times
20-02-2025
- Health
- Arab Times
No pain, no gain? Hardly. This year's fitness buzzword is ‘recovery'
NEW YORK, Feb 20, (AP): If you ever turned on the TV in the 2000s after midnight, you might have seen an informercial for P90X. The exercise program promised shredded abs and bulging biceps for anyone who pushed themselves to their limits for 90 days of 90-minute workouts. So it may come as a surprise that its creator, Tony Horton, now preaches the benefits of rest and warns against overtraining. "I didn't know then what I know now,' said Horton, who had spent the '90s training celebrities. "Back then it was all about warm-ups and cool-downs, and telling them to eat better and get off the hooch.' His evolution reflects a broader shift in the exercise industry away from a "no pain, no gain' mentality that once dominated but often led to injury. Instead, the current buzzword in fitness is "recovery.' Horton - who at 66 still exudes a boyish exuberance - noted that P90X did include recovery days with stretching and low-impact movement such as yoga. But these days, he prioritizes mindfulness as much as exercise, and the time between workouts is filled with plenty of good sleep, plunges in frigid water baths, using foam rollers on tight muscles, relaxing in a sauna, and other activities in the name of recovery. "If you don't get the recovery and the rest part right, then you're never going to be able to be consistent with the fitness end of things,' Horton said. Before Horton, Jane Fonda had pushed home exercisers to "feel the burn,' while bodybuilders lifted weights to the point of muscle failure. Now, the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, two of the largest organizations certifying personal trainers, emphasize recovery methods. NASM's "Fitness and Wellness' certification includes training in "holistic health and wellness including physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.' The industry has learned from research that shows the benefit of proper rest, said Stan Kravchenko, founder of the OneFit personal training platform. During deep sleep, the body repairs muscle tissue, and studies show that well-rested people perform better and are less likely to get injured. But rest is only part of recovery. Kravchenko said personal trainers used to focus only on specific exercises a client could do during their workout. Now, they're more like life coaches who also give exercise advice. "It's more about your lifestyle, how you eat, how you sleep,' he said. "Are you stressed? What do you do for living? Are you working from a desk? So it's taking a little bit more like a broad approach.' The "no pain, no gain' motto is great for athletes who can handle intense workouts and are looking to get stronger, but not everyone needs to push themselves that hard, Horton said. It depends on the goal. Michael Zourdos, chair of exercise science and health promotion at Florida Atlantic University, said lifting weights "until failure' may build bigger muscles, but isn't needed to increase strength. "There is a difference between training for health and training for elite performance benefits,' he said. To realize the health benefits of a workout, it's still necessary to push yourself, Horton said: "In the muscles, the lungs, your heart, there's gotta be a certain amount of strain.' There is a big difference, however, between discomfort and acute pain. If discomfort crosses into sharp pain in joints, tendons or muscles, stop that movement. People's needs vary depending on their goals and bodies. But Kravchencko offered a few general guidelines: For lifting weights, he recommends allowing 48 hours of recovery time per muscle group, and doing a maximum of 10 sets per muscle group per week. During the workout, he said, it's best to rest for two to three minutes between sets, as opposed to old advice to wait only a minute before exercising the same muscles. In between workouts, it's not necessary to stay still. "You're welcome to do walking, jogging, very light yoga, stretching, pilates, core exercises,' Kravchencko said. "That's all fine, because it's not specifically targeting the areas you've targeted before.' Horton and Kravchencko both mentioned a recovery practice not typically associated with weightlifting - meditation. Taking a few quiet minutes every morning helps you deal with the physical and emotional stress of life that can get in the way of wanting to exercise, they said. Horton recommends establishing a mindfulness routine even before formalizing an exercise plan because it will lay the groundwork to be consistent. "What is your strategy to get to get healthy and to get fit and to stay that way?' he said. "A lot of it has to do with letting the pendulum swing the other way.'
The Independent
19-02-2025
- Health
- The Independent
No pain, no gain? Hardly. This year's fitness buzzword is 'recovery'
If you ever turned on the TV in the 2000s after midnight, you might have seen an informercial for P90X. The exercise program promised shredded abs and bulging biceps for anyone who pushed themselves to their limits for 90 days of 90-minute workouts. So it may come as a surprise that its creator, Tony Horton, now preaches the benefits of rest and warns against overtraining. 'I didn't know then what I know now,' said Horton, who had spent the '90s training celebrities. 'Back then it was all about warm-ups and cool-downs, and telling them to eat better and get off the hooch.' His evolution reflects a broader shift in the exercise industry away from a 'no pain, no gain' mentality that once dominated but often led to injury. Instead, the current buzzword in fitness is 'recovery.' Horton — who at 66 still exudes a boyish exuberance — noted that P90X did include recovery days with stretching and low-impact movement such as yoga. But these days, he prioritizes mindfulness as much as exercise, and the time between workouts is filled with plenty of good sleep, plunges in frigid water baths, using foam rollers on tight muscles, relaxing in a sauna, and other activities in the name of recovery. 'If you don't get the recovery and the rest part right, then you're never going to be able to be consistent with the fitness end of things,' Horton said. A more holistic approach to exercise Before Horton, Jane Fonda had pushed home exercisers to 'feel the burn,' while bodybuilders lifted weights to the point of muscle failure. Now, the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, two of the largest organizations certifying personal trainers, emphasize recovery methods. NASM's 'Fitness and Wellness' certification includes training in 'holistic health and wellness including physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.' The industry has learned from research that shows the benefit of proper rest, said Stan Kravchenko, founder of the OneFit personal training platform. During deep sleep, the body repairs muscle tissue, and studies show that well-rested people perform better and are less likely to get injured. But rest is only part of recovery. Kravchenko said personal trainers used to focus only on specific exercises a client could do during their workout. Now, they're more like life coaches who also give exercise advice. 'It's more about your lifestyle, how you eat, how you sleep,' he said. 'Are you stressed? What do you do for living? Are you working from a desk? So it's taking a little bit more like a broad approach.' Discomfort — but not pain — still has a place The 'no pain, no gain' motto is great for athletes who can handle intense workouts and are looking to get stronger, but not everyone needs to push themselves that hard, Horton said. It depends on the goal. Michael Zourdos, chair of exercise science and health promotion at Florida Atlantic University, said lifting weights 'until failure' may build bigger muscles, but isn't needed to increase strength. 'There is a difference between training for health and training for elite performance benefits,' he said. To realize the health benefits of a workout, it's still necessary to push yourself, Horton said: 'In the muscles, the lungs, your heart, there's gotta be a certain amount of strain.' There is a big difference, however, between discomfort and acute pain. If discomfort crosses into sharp pain in joints, tendons or muscles, stop that movement. How long do muscles need to rest after a workout? People's needs vary depending on their goals and bodies. But Kravchencko offered a few general guidelines: For lifting weights, he recommends allowing 48 hours of recovery time per muscle group, and doing a maximum of 10 sets per muscle group per week. During the workout, he said, it's best to rest for two to three minutes between sets, as opposed to old advice to wait only a minute before exercising the same muscles. In between workouts, it's not necessary to stay still. 'You're welcome to do walking, jogging, very light yoga, stretching, pilates, core exercises,' Kravchencko said. 'That's all fine, because it's not specifically targeting the areas you've targeted before.' Mindfulness as exercise recovery Horton and Kravchencko both mentioned a recovery practice not typically associated with weightlifting — meditation. Taking a few quiet minutes every morning helps you deal with the physical and emotional stress of life that can get in the way of wanting to exercise, they said. Horton recommends establishing a mindfulness routine even before formalizing an exercise plan because it will lay the groundwork to be consistent. 'What is your strategy to get to get healthy and to get fit and to stay that way?' he said. 'A lot of it has to do with letting the pendulum swing the other way.' AP reporter Maria Cheng in London contributed to this story. ___
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
No pain, no gain? Hardly. This year's fitness buzzword is 'recovery'
If you ever turned on the TV in the 2000s after midnight, you might have seen an informercial for P90X. The exercise program promised shredded abs and bulging biceps for anyone who pushed themselves to their limits for 90 days of 90-minute workouts. So it may come as a surprise that its creator, Tony Horton, now preaches the benefits of rest and warns against overtraining. 'I didn't know then what I know now,' said Horton, who had spent the '90s training celebrities. 'Back then it was all about warm-ups and cool-downs, and telling them to eat better and get off the hooch.' See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. His evolution reflects a broader shift in the exercise industry away from a 'no pain, no gain' mentality that once dominated but often led to injury. Instead, the current buzzword in fitness is 'recovery.' Horton — who at 66 still exudes a boyish exuberance — noted that P90X did include recovery days with stretching and low-impact movement such as yoga. But these days, he prioritizes mindfulness as much as exercise, and the time between workouts is filled with plenty of good sleep, plunges in frigid water baths, using foam rollers on tight muscles, relaxing in a sauna, and other activities in the name of recovery. 'If you don't get the recovery and the rest part right, then you're never going to be able to be consistent with the fitness end of things,' Horton said. A more holistic approach to exercise Before Horton, Jane Fonda had pushed home exercisers to 'feel the burn,' while bodybuilders lifted weights to the point of muscle failure. Now, the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, two of the largest organizations certifying personal trainers, emphasize recovery methods. NASM's 'Fitness and Wellness' certification includes training in 'holistic health and wellness including physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.' The industry has learned from research that shows the benefit of proper rest, said Stan Kravchenko, founder of the OneFit personal training platform. During deep sleep, the body repairs muscle tissue, and studies show that well-rested people perform better and are less likely to get injured. But rest is only part of recovery. Kravchenko said personal trainers used to focus only on specific exercises a client could do during their workout. Now, they're more like life coaches who also give exercise advice. 'It's more about your lifestyle, how you eat, how you sleep,' he said. 'Are you stressed? What do you do for living? Are you working from a desk? So it's taking a little bit more like a broad approach.' Discomfort — but not pain — still has a place The 'no pain, no gain' motto is great for athletes who can handle intense workouts and are looking to get stronger, but not everyone needs to push themselves that hard, Horton said. It depends on the goal. Michael Zourdos, chair of exercise science and health promotion at Florida Atlantic University, said lifting weights 'until failure' may build bigger muscles, but isn't needed to increase strength. 'There is a difference between training for health and training for elite performance benefits,' he said. To realize the health benefits of a workout, it's still necessary to push yourself, Horton said: 'In the muscles, the lungs, your heart, there's gotta be a certain amount of strain.' There is a big difference, however, between discomfort and acute pain. If discomfort crosses into sharp pain in joints, tendons or muscles, stop that movement. How long do muscles need to rest after a workout? People's needs vary depending on their goals and bodies. But Kravchencko offered a few general guidelines: For lifting weights, he recommends allowing 48 hours of recovery time per muscle group, and doing a maximum of 10 sets per muscle group per week. During the workout, he said, it's best to rest for two to three minutes between sets, as opposed to old advice to wait only a minute before exercising the same muscles. In between workouts, it's not necessary to stay still. 'You're welcome to do walking, jogging, very light yoga, stretching, pilates, core exercises,' Kravchencko said. 'That's all fine, because it's not specifically targeting the areas you've targeted before.' Mindfulness as exercise recovery Horton and Kravchencko both mentioned a recovery practice not typically associated with weightlifting — meditation. Taking a few quiet minutes every morning helps you deal with the physical and emotional stress of life that can get in the way of wanting to exercise, they said. Horton recommends establishing a mindfulness routine even before formalizing an exercise plan because it will lay the groundwork to be consistent. 'What is your strategy to get to get healthy and to get fit and to stay that way?' he said. 'A lot of it has to do with letting the pendulum swing the other way.' ___ AP reporter Maria Cheng in London contributed to this story. ___ EDITOR'S NOTE: Albert Stumm writes about wellness, food and travel. Find his work at
Associated Press
19-02-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
No pain, no gain? Hardly. This year's fitness buzzword is ‘recovery'
If you ever turned on the TV in the 2000s after midnight, you might have seen an informercial for P90X. The exercise program promised shredded abs and bulging biceps for anyone who pushed themselves to their limits for 90 days of 90-minute workouts. So it may come as a surprise that its creator, Tony Horton, now preaches the benefits of rest and warns against overtraining. 'I didn't know then what I know now,' said Horton, who had spent the '90s training celebrities. 'Back then it was all about warm-ups and cool-downs, and telling them to eat better and get off the hooch.' His evolution reflects a broader shift in the exercise industry away from a 'no pain, no gain' mentality that once dominated but often led to injury. Instead, the current buzzword in fitness is 'recovery.' Horton — who at 66 still exudes a boyish exuberance — noted that P90X did include recovery days with stretching and low-impact movement such as yoga. But these days, he prioritizes mindfulness as much as exercise, and the time between workouts is filled with plenty of good sleep, plunges in frigid water baths, using foam rollers on tight muscles, relaxing in a sauna, and other activities in the name of recovery. 'If you don't get the recovery and the rest part right, then you're never going to be able to be consistent with the fitness end of things,' Horton said. A more holistic approach to exercise Before Horton, Jane Fonda had pushed home exercisers to 'feel the burn,' while bodybuilders lifted weights to the point of muscle failure. Now, the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, two of the largest organizations certifying personal trainers, emphasize recovery methods. NASM's 'Fitness and Wellness' certification includes training in 'holistic health and wellness including physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.' The industry has learned from research that shows the benefit of proper rest, said Stan Kravchenko, founder of the OneFit personal training platform. During deep sleep, the body repairs muscle tissue, and studies show that well-rested people perform better and are less likely to get injured. But rest is only part of recovery. Kravchenko said personal trainers used to focus only on specific exercises a client could do during their workout. Now, they're more like life coaches who also give exercise advice. 'It's more about your lifestyle, how you eat, how you sleep,' he said. 'Are you stressed? What do you do for living? Are you working from a desk? So it's taking a little bit more like a broad approach.' Discomfort — but not pain — still has a place The 'no pain, no gain' motto is great for athletes who can handle intense workouts and are looking to get stronger, but not everyone needs to push themselves that hard, Horton said. It depends on the goal. Michael Zourdos, chair of exercise science and health promotion at Florida Atlantic University, said lifting weights 'until failure' may build bigger muscles, but isn't needed to increase strength. 'There is a difference between training for health and training for elite performance benefits,' he said. To realize the health benefits of a workout, it's still necessary to push yourself, Horton said: 'In the muscles, the lungs, your heart, there's gotta be a certain amount of strain.' There is a big difference, however, between discomfort and acute pain. If discomfort crosses into sharp pain in joints, tendons or muscles, stop that movement. How long do muscles need to rest after a workout? People's needs vary depending on their goals and bodies. But Kravchencko offered a few general guidelines: For lifting weights, he recommends allowing 48 hours of recovery time per muscle group, and doing a maximum of 10 sets per muscle group per week. During the workout, he said, it's best to rest for two to three minutes between sets, as opposed to old advice to wait only a minute before exercising the same muscles. In between workouts, it's not necessary to stay still. 'You're welcome to do walking, jogging, very light yoga, stretching, pilates, core exercises,' Kravchencko said. 'That's all fine, because it's not specifically targeting the areas you've targeted before.' Mindfulness as exercise recovery Horton and Kravchencko both mentioned a recovery practice not typically associated with weightlifting — meditation. Taking a few quiet minutes every morning helps you deal with the physical and emotional stress of life that can get in the way of wanting to exercise, they said. Horton recommends establishing a mindfulness routine even before formalizing an exercise plan because it will lay the groundwork to be consistent. 'What is your strategy to get to get healthy and to get fit and to stay that way?' he said. 'A lot of it has to do with letting the pendulum swing the other way.' ___
