Rafael Orellana-TerceroWendy BakerAmerican LiteratureApril 07, 2014Maintaining a Healthy LifestyleIn the United States, more than seventy percent of adults are considered overweight. Maintain a healthy weight. "Determine if you are overweight by checking your body mass index. If you are overweight, it can lead to a higher risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke and certain cancers." (Comment) Although the price of a hamburger is falling, the prices of salads are increasing. The fast food industry is growing every day, and as more jobs are created, more people die of heart attacks. "Often the result of unhealthy eating habits and increased weight gain. Eating habits established in childhood often carry over into adulthood" (The Significance) As a culture, we know that cheating is a mistake, so why do we cheat on our diet or workouts. We often make New Year's resolutions, but often give up a few days later, why? To live a healthy lifestyle, all you have to do is look at the big picture, plan ahead, maintain a healthy diet, and exercise. A day lasts twenty-four hours, but we often feel like we don't have enough time to get everything done. As human beings, we make excuses for why we can't do things. Many feel like we just don't have enough time to exercise, but did you know that research shows that you are more likely to get more done after working out than if you don't? you don't train at all. People who regularly take time to exercise are more productive and have more energy throughout the day. We often take time out of our day and invest our time and money in some sort of "energy boosting" product when we have the cheaper and more effective solution outside....... .. middle of paper...... healthy body." (11) You may be thinking "I'm already in pretty good shape, but I want to build more muscle." Anaerobic exercise is a great way to build muscle and gain mass. Anaerobic exercise is intense exercise sufficient to trigger the formation of lactic acid. It is used by athletes in non-endurance sports to promote strength, speed and. power and by bodybuilders to build muscle mass During short, intense exercises, our body needs more oxygen than is available so it depends on the energy stored in the muscles. This is key to its role in any fitness program. Anaerobic exercise is not intended to burn fat, you need oxygen, its main role is to build strong muscles. better develop overall strength and muscle mass. Anaerobic exercise will also increase the maximum amount of oxygen you use during exercise, improving your cardio..