Don’t judge a book by its cover

Being fit and slightly overweight is a lot more healthy (less chance of disease) than being the correct weight, but not fit. There was more evidence out today backing up this theory:

Waist circumference study

Taking your own waist circumference is pretty easy:

Stand upright and relax. Measure the narrowest point between your bottom rib and belly button. Make sure the tape is kept horizontal, and is tight without depressing the skin.

You are deemed ‘high risk’ if you are over 102cm (men) or 88cm (women).

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November 8, 2009 at 7:20 am | Reply
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