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Understand cholesterol and heart rate calculations to lose weight and improve overall health. Calculate cholesterol, calories and heart rate zones in this free video series from a nutritionist and personal trainer.
There are 7 videos in this series:

The Borg's Perceived Exertion method is an easy way to calculate heart rate zones. Learn how to use the Borg's Perceived Exertion to find heart rate zones with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

As a general rule, one gram of fat equals nine calories. Calculate calories from fat with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

When calculating calories burned in a cardio workout, take into consideration the type of exercise being performed. Learn more about calculating burned calories in cardio workouts with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

To calculate total cholesterol, a doctor's visit is required. Discover what to expect when evaluating total cholesterol with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

Calculating LDL (low-density lipoprotein) is done through a blood sample. Find out more about calculating LDL cholesterol with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

To reduce body fat through nutrition, it's not the quantity of calories being consumed but the quality. Lose body fat by changing eating habits with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

The Dr. Atkins' Diet focuses on reducing carbohydrates, but not eliminating them. Find out more about reducing your carb intake on the Atkins' diet with tips from a nutritionist in this free video on improving physical fitness.

Many people want to lose weight. Yet, despite claims for quick fat burning pills and powders, the best way to lose weight is still through proper diet and exercise. Exercise does more than just maintain physical fitness. Working out improves bone density, muscle strength and joint mobility. Being fit also reduces general health risks, boosts the immune system and helps with depression and insomnia. Whether exercising is to lose weight or improve muscle mass, working out promotes a healthy body and mind. In this free video series, a certified nutritionist and personal trainer demonstrates how to maximize a workout. Jani Roberts explains how to calculate the calories burned during a cardio workout. Calculate heart rate zones to lose body fat. Curious about how to determine total cholesterol? Roberts explains the effects of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol and how to calculate it. Discover how carbohydrates influence body fat. So, before starting a workout routine, find out how to increase the benefits of exercise by understanding simple nutrition with this free video series today!
Jani Roberts Jani Roberts is a graduate of the American Academy of Nutrition and owner of The Wellness Company of Dunedin. Roberts is a nationally certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. She is also Director of International Training and Special Events for the Zumba Corporation. Roberts has several years of personal and professional experience in the personal training industry.dkdk
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