In these trying times it can help to have a target to work towards, and lots of people have embraced home workouts during the COVID-19 lockdown, with the aim of getting fitter or losing weight.

However, we reckon a more precise target is better than those general goals, and heres a doozy learn how to do a handstand.

The School of Calisthenics has launched the #handstanduptocorona challenge to encourage people to do just that and, to help, is offering 50% off a virtual membership, which includes a comprehensive handstand training programme. The challenge is free to enter, and youre encouraged to use the challenge of achieving it to raise money for the NHS. The School of Calisthenics is doing its bit as well, donating 10% of its proceeds from virtual classroom sales throughout April to the Nottingham Hospitals Charity Help Our Hospital Heroes emergency appeal and the Robin Hood Fund.

To give you a flavour of whats involved we asked Tim Stevenson, co-founder and director of School of Calisthenics, for a workout that will help build the strength required for handstands.

Where there are different sets and time values to choose from, start with the smallest and gradually increase the volume over time.

Sets 1 Time 1-2min each hand Rest As required

If youre new to handstand training then it is important to ensure your wrists are prepared and conditioned, says Stevenson. This begins with mobilising the joint, which also helps to improve your ability to balance by helping to create alignment throughout the rest of your body when youre upside down.

Kneel and place one hand on the floor with your fingers facing forwards. Gently lean forwards, keeping the heel of your hand on the floor, and feel the stretch down your forearms. Start to move around in this position by rocking forwards and backwards, side to side and rotating the elbow. You will feel the wrist being mobilised and this will improve your range of motion. You can repeat this by spinning your hand around so your fingers face towards you to get a slightly different angle and mobilisation position.

Sets 2-3 Time 10-20sec Rest 60sec

Lie on your back with your hands behind your head, says Stevenson. Lift your feet, hands and shoulders off the floor and make yourself into a shallow dish shape. Imagine youre locking your ribs down on top of your hips like youre ready to take a punch in the stomach. Hold this dish shape without allowing your lower back to arch off the ground. If this is difficult you can bring your arms and legs higher so you make a deeper dish shape.

Sets 2-3 Reps 3-4 Time 10-20sec Rest 1-2min

Our handstand training process is split into three chunks, meaning we break the movement down and learn it from the bottom up, then the top down, and then connect in the middle, says Stevenson. The first bottom-up progression is the frog stand, which helps you to build confidence balancing on your hands for the first time and teaches you some of the basics of grip and balance.

Start by placing your hands on the floor, around shoulder-distance apart. Grip the floor with your fingertips so there is a little space between the floor and your fingers. Imagine youre screwing your hands outwards even though your fingers stay facing forwards. This helps to create stability around the shoulder.

Sit into a deep squat position, then rise onto your tiptoes and rest your knees on your slightly bent elbows. Push the ground down hard and rock forwards so that you can take one foot off the floor. As you feel more confident, try to take the other one off too. Practise this position until you can find the balance point. You can make this easier by trying to stack your hips above your shoulders and hands.

Sets 2-3 Reps 3-4 each side (more if youre having fun) Rest 1-2min

It might have been many years since you did a cartwheel but were going to bring it back because its an important part of building confidence for the handstand, says Stevenson. Cartwheels are a fun way to get upside down and they offer some conditioning for the wrist and shoulders, but most importantly they teach you how to bail out of a handstand. If you lose your balance against the wall or in free space its useful to know how to get your feet back on the floor safely.

Stand side on with your feet shoulder-width apart. Put your hands in the air and keep your arms straight throughout the movement. Initiate the cartwheel by simultaneously moving your hand down towards the floor and pushing off from your feet, letting your legs swing over your head. As you move over the centre point put your other hand on the floor as well and let your momentum take your feet all the way over to the other side."

Sets 2-3 Reps 3-4 Time 5-10sec Rest 1-2min

To learn to do a handstand your brain needs time to practise the fine motor control required to help you balance, says Stevenson. The wall kick-up allows you to do this in a way that progresses the difficulty until you can handstand next to the wall without touching it.

Place your hands on the floor about 20-30cm from a sturdy wall. In a split stance position like youre in the blocks at the start of a sprint, push upwards with the front leg and flick the back leg over your head. Progressively push and flick harder, allowing your head and shoulders to rotate between your biceps. The objective is to get your back leg to hit the wall and then bring your front leg to meet it so youre in a handstand position using the wall for support.

Its important to practise your alignment once in the handstand position. Keep your feet together and push your feet towards the ceiling to make yourself as straight, strong and long as possible. As you get confident you can try to take one foot off the wall, and then both feet and hold a handstand.

Sets 2-3 Reps 1-2 Rest 1-2min

The wall walk is a great handstand strength and stability builder, says Stevenson. It conditions your shoulders and wrists and improves the stability of your movement chain, all of which are important attributes for the handstand.

Start in a press-up position with your feet next to a wall. Lift your feet and place them on the wall and start walking your hands backwards and your feet up so you progressively start moving into a handstand. You can walk as far as you feel confident going, before walking your hands forwards again and back into the press-up position.

Sets 2-3 Time 5-10 minutes of practice Rest As required

This is the final piece of the puzzle and is a progression to try once you can kick up to a wall handstand without your feet touching the wall, says Stevenson.

Place your hands on the floor in front of you and assume the same split stance position you did with the wall kick-up. Push with your front leg and flick your back leg up over your head. Use the back leg like a pendulum so youre trying to position it above your head while the front leg stays at around 90. This helps to limit the amount of momentum going overhead which often causes people to topple over. Kick up and work on trying to find the balance position.

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Trying to lose weight does not mean that a person has to give up all the snacks.Certain snacks, such as almonds and hummus, can help a person achieve their weight loss goals.Contrary to popular belief, when a person tries to lose weight, they dont have to avoid eating or just eat at mealtime.

Some studies suggest that people are more likely to maintain their weight loss if they have a healthy eating pattern.

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), skippingfoods to lose weightgenerally works against you because it causes a person to overeat.

However, when a person satisfies their hunger with healthy snacks, they are much less likely to want to eat unhealthy foods or exceed their calorie limit.

Eating healthy snacks can help a person lose weight.

Some foods are better for weight loss than others.

In general, foods rich in fiber or protein tend to fill more.This means that the person will feel satiated more quickly and will be able to eat less at each snack or meal.

Other considerations are finding foods that are low in calories but high in volume or density.The more space a food occupies in the stomach, the fuller the person can feel.Again, this helps a person eat less with each snack.

People may also want to consider foods that help with metabolism and energy.Greater energy can help a person burn more calories, and better metabolism can help a person process the food they eat more efficiently.

People looking to lose weight should avoid foods that contain large amounts of:

Unprocessed foods are good options because many processed snacks contain high levels of sugar, salt, or both.Eating snacks between meals can help you lose weight.Eating snacks with healthy options can help prevent someone from overeating, as well as provide vitamins, fiber, and protein.

The following are some of the best weight loss snacks.

Hummus is a traditional Mediterranean dish prepared with chickpea puree.Due to its increasing popularity, there are often several flavor options for premade hummus sauces available in stores.People can also make hummus at home.

According to a 2016 study, hummus offers many potential benefits.Hummus provides a good source of protein and fiber, which can help a person feel fuller faster.

When people eat hummus with vegetables, they are getting the benefits of hummus, as well as any other additional nutrients from vegetables.

Celery is a low calorie vegetable.According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), two large stalks of celery count as 1 cup of vegetables out of the 2.5 cups needed per day for a 2,000-calorie diet.

Celery is primarily water, which can help a person feel full.Dipping celery in nut butter, such as peanut or almond butter, can also provide the benefits of healthy fats and protein.

Apples and peanut butter are a good diet snack.

People can be creative with their fruit and nut butter combinations if they want.According to the USDA, a medium apple provides 20 percent of a persons dietary fiber, and 1 of the 2 recommended cups of fruit each day.

Dipping a slice of apple in peanut or other nut butter also adds protein and good fat to a persons snack.

Low-fat cheese is a source of protein and calcium.

Low-fat cheese products offer many nutrients and less fat than regular cheese.

Some of the benefits include:

Low-fat cheese also contains fewer calories than whole cheese.

What can be eaten with a low carb diet?Here are some tips for a low carb diet.

Walnuts can be a very healthy and filling snack.

Walnuts provide good protein and fat.However, those looking to limit their salt intake should check the label to make sure there is no added salt.Also, a person should avoid flavored cooked nuts, as flavors often contain sugar or salt.

People should look for raw or dry roasted nuts.Walnuts are relatively high in calories, so a person should only eat a small amount per snack.

Eggs are an excellent source of protein.However, in previous years, many people thought that eggs were unhealthy due to concerns about cholesterol.

However, more recent research suggests that eggs do not raise cholesterol levels and contain many essential nutrients.

Greek yogurt is high in protein and calcium and low in fat and calories.A person can safely add fresh fruit or nuts to Greek yogurt to improve its flavor and add nutritional value.

The best Greek yogurt for weight loss is the simple variety.Greek flavored yogurts often contain extra sugar, which is not good for weight loss.

Edamame is a legume that a person can eat as a snack.Like other legumes, edamame is a source of fiber and protein.

It is also high in potassium, iron, and magnesium.When people eat it between meals, edamame can help a person feel more satisfied while providing some essential nutrients.

Popcorn is a popular snack in the U.S.Often you get a bad reputation because of the extra amount of sugar, fat, or salt that people put on you.

Air-popped popcorn does not contain these additional ingredients. Simple popcorn is a low-calorie whole grain that offers plenty of filling fiber.

A person may find it helpful to prepare healthy snacks beforehand.

The most effective way to add healthy snacks to your diet is to keep a stock of them in an easily accessible location.

For example, a person could prepare a week of snacks at the beginning of the week.Once prepared, the person can divide the sandwich into individual portions.

For example, a person can prepare hummus in a large batch at the beginning of the week by mashing chickpeas with olive oil, tahini, and seasonings in a food processor.

After preparation, they can put the hummus in small containers and accompany each container with a bag of carrot sticks.

Those who dont have time to make their own sandwiches can search for sandwich-sized portions sold at grocery stores.Many products come prepackaged in snack sizes.

People looking for pre-made and proportioned snacks should know that they are often more expensive.They will also have to be on the lookout for added sugars, salt, and fat.

Eating healthy snacks can play an important role in helping a person lose and control their weight.

People should look for snacks that are low in sugar, fat, and salt.They should also look for snacks rich in nutrients like fiber and protein.

Beans, nuts, and raw vegetables and fruits are often good choices that will help a person feel fuller and provide the necessary nutrients.

Nichole Kerr is a reporter for SYP Studios. Sarah has previously worked for Wired, MacWorld, PCWorld, and VentureBeat covering countless stories concerning all things related to tech and science. Nichole studied at Anthem Institute in Las Vegas.

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Seventeen days in hospital.

Eight of them on a ventilator.

The helpless shock of your body learning how to breathe again.

"The best way I can describe it is imagine someone holding a cushion against your mouth and nose.

"Very occasionally it slips, giving you just enough breath to keep going."

Paranoia, post-traumatic stress disorder and 'horrifying, untrue' hallucinations, some violent.

Patients dying six feet away.

A Covid-19 survivor who fought and won has shared in graphic, personal detail exactly what it's like to battle the virus by revealing a daily diary of his experience he wrote to aid his recovery after returning home.

Peter Julian is 54.

He said he wanted to share his story with the Manchester Evening News not to shock or scare.

"I want people to understand what this is," he said.

Peter doesn't smoke, had no pre-existing health conditions and said he's only had three days off work sick in the last decade.

He admits to a little 'middle-age spread', but exercises every day at home and cycles 30 miles a week.

But Covid-19, he said, respects no one and no circumstance.

The day the UK went into lockdown, father-of-three Peter, a business consultant, woke up at home in Sale, Trafford, with a few aches and pains.

Seven days later, he couldn't breathe to even speak and was rushed to an intensive care unit at Wythenshawe Hospital.

What followed over more than a fortnight is detailed in his entries.

Peter told of 'rows of people two feet apart all going through the same terror'.

Post-traumatic stress disorder, he said, was common for any patient leaving intensive care.

But Peter arrived back home to his family on Saturday.

In a moving gesture, neighbours left their houses to cheer and applaud as the car pulled onto the driveway. Messages chalked on pavements and signs in windows proclaimed 'welcome home Pete'.

"Having narrowly survived Covid- 19, I wanted just to write up my own personal experience," he said.

"I would like you to share as much of this as you want to, to as many people as you want.

"My main message is that the Covid 24-hour rolling news, and even the government and NHS websites, are at best very generalised news and could mislead you.

"You may conclude you are at no risk or at high risk. Neither is likely to be true.

"I would be lying to you if I didn't say there were a number of times when I just wanted to give it up and join my dad.

"That thought was inviting and almost comforting. However, I knew I had a legion on my side who I wasn't going to let down.

"Our NHS are truly the heroes.

"They kept me and thousands of others alive, whilst putting up with enormous trauma in exchange for somewhere between 9.23- 10.20 an hour in day, and 13 at nights.

"Their culture is just to stoically get on with things. Whilst brilliant and inspiring, this can work against them.

"This is going to be around for a year at least.

"Just in the time I was in hospital, the medics were rapidly learning the correct drugs cocktail to increase likelihood of life.

"The longer they get, the more of us will survive."

Monday, March 23 : Had some aches and pains. Given the news, I went onto the NHS Covid-19 checker. Based on the list, I had no symptoms and therefore guessed at worst it was some other seasonal flu.

Tuesday, March 24 : I planted out some potatoes and carrots in a plot. Felt absolutely fine.

Wednesday, March 25 : Woke up with aches. Given I still had no symptoms, I assumed it was either seasonal flu, me maybe over-doing the digging, or a combination of the two.

Friday, March 27 : It was a lovely sunny day. I never sleep in the day, but fell asleep in the garden. So, if nothing else, I later went on to have best tan in the intensive care unit.

Weekend of March 28/29 : Started feeling breathless.

Re-checked my symptoms. With exception of breathlessness, I had no others. Stayed in bed again assuming flu.

Monday, March 30 : Increasingly concerned, so I called paramedics. They came and took my vitals. No swab kits - so they said I may have Covid-19 based on some symptoms.

My profile, coupled with the observations, made them conclude I was in the two weeks/in bed/bit of paracetamol category.

They said I had none of the symptoms, re-confirming what I thought I knew and, in any case, I did not meet meet the criteria in terms of risk, age, etc.

Again, re-confirming what I thought I knew.

Wednesday, April 1 : Breathlessness increased.

Decided that if it continued into the following morning, I was calling 999 regardless.

Thursday, April 2 : My wife, Carol, called an ambulance as I could not speak due to breathlessness. Had some paracetamol prior to them arriving. My temp was 39.1C versus top range of 37.5.

My blood oxygen was really low. Rushed into intensive care. I was put on a ventilator as my body could not survive unaided. They brought me off at 9am on the 7th, five days later, thinking they had won.

By 9.45pm the same day, they had put me back on as my body was unable to exist without it. Even intensive care was shocked.

What's interesting is that from a patient view, whilst medically this is the worst part, personally it was fine. I was out of it, so unaware of anything.

I could have been on it one day or 10 years, alive or dead. I wouldn't have known.

Friday, April 10 : After nine days on the ventilator, I was brought off. This is the first instalment of difficult times.

So, whilst medically the good news is your body can now breathe, with help of massive oxygen levels, the experience is terrifying.

The best way I can describe it is imagine someone holding a cushion against your mouth and nose. Very occasionally, it slips giving you just enough breath to keep going.

Also a combination of the drugs and Covid-19 bacteria means everyone is hallucinating.

Finally remember we are all on lockdown, so no visitors Just rows of people two feet apart all going through the same terror.

Every day someone dies in front of you or has CPR. Ribs and sternums breaking all around you.

Saturday, April 11 : Yippee! Moved off intensive care onto a Covid-19 specific general ward. The breathing and hallucinations continued for everyone - however this is really the start of what I can remember.

A note of caution. In your own mind, the hallucinations are absolutely real, so from here on in, whatever I say may or may not be true. Where I have fact-checked, I will mark it as true.

Otherwise, it could be either.

Another key point is everyone is suffering from a form of PTSD associated with Covid. It is a well-established fact that anyone who has been in intensive care for any reason reacts to the outcome.

Paranoia and active hallucination are part of this. How it is expressed will vary by individual. Some people just make bad decisions, some have pleasant, benign hallucinations and others have terrifying active ones, where people are coming to torture and kill you.

The cause of the hallucinations is the trauma. But it can also be the ongoing fight with bacteria, medication not yet being quite balanced for you, or something as simple as a water infection or constipation.

The benign ones I had are as follows.

I went on a cruise around the South China sea, spent a night at Lagos airport, spent a night at an aquarium. Had X-mas lights on the bed and a firework display every night.

It is something that has touched all our lives.

From cradle to grave, the National Health Service is a part of British life.

Today, more than ever, we should cherish those who dedicate themselves to our care as they work tirelessly to care for people in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

So lets show them some love, and create a living map of gratitude from every corner of Britain.

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I also told all the staff Millie [Peter's daughter] and Carol were in Finland. Obviously, I couldn't tell them about Millie dating Romeo Beckham, as I had signed the confidentiality clause.

I would have bet you five years' wages this was all true.

But wherever I went in the world, weirdly the staff seemed the same and spoke with Manc accents. Who knew?

The horrifying untrue ones that I had were that people were coming to kill me. There was also a wolf in the ward, a giant and men with machetes all coming to do me immediate harm.

All I knew was that I was going to attack first and not be on the back foot.

My only problem was I was still on oxygen, could not walk at all, could not talk, was on a drip for fluids and food an on a catheter, making my fighting skills lower than their previous 'wet paper bag' prime.

Wednesday, April 15 : Literally first steps and first day I can talk. Maybe managed four steps?

The horrific hallucinations get worse.

I know what I need to do. Yep, pro-actively kill any man, other than my fellow patients, that I come across before they kill me. Ladies. You will be pleased to know you were all off the death list.

Thursday, April 16. 8.45am : Go to physically attack as many men as possible, armed with plastic cutlery despite not able to walk. Security are called. I explain to the three, strong, experienced guys aged in their 30s that I am going to kill all of them.

Safe to say I was safely restrained in about 30 seconds.

My pal wakes up. He said that whilst my implementation was poor, no one could take away my ambition!

In reality, I felt dreadful.

The 'all hands to the pump' approach in the NHS meant some nurses knew what they were seeing was PTSD and some just thought they had a raging madman on their hands.

Carol rang about 9am-ish to ask what type of night I have had. Suffice to say, the answer wasn't really the one she wanted.

I felt terrible. I know what these staff are going through and felt awful that I had added to their workload and worries. The guilt was crushing.

My son Tom is a junior doctor working in Covid-19 in Sheffield. He had just finished a 12-hour night shift.

He rang in to check my night.

Again, was not the answer he wanted, but he did a great job in talking me down and suggesting that maybe rather than killing all medics, I might find they were there to help me.

Friday, April 17 : Play around with meds, fluids etc and move ward.

First night of non-horrific hallucinations. Also, on solid food.

Saturday, April 18 : Released home - hoorah!

I reckon about four to nine months to deal with the physical effects- loads of body muscle gone and about 1st 8lb in weight. Then there is losing the trauma.

I reckon I saw someone die or have CPR daily and within six feet of me. That's going to take time to process.

They reckon for everyday in an ICU, it will be around a week of recovery afterwards.

Peter spoke out to praise the 'sheer compassion and professionalism' of all the NHS staff, included those who have already served their time but have bravely gone back to the frontline during the pandemic.

He said having a belief system helped get him through.

"I also thought I had lots to live for - my family," he said.

"Lots of people sit there, getting institutionalised and waiting for decisions to be given to them. I maintained my own responsibility for my own outcomes and challenged where needed.

"This was important as you need to remember the only people used to dealing with Covid symptoms are intensive care staff.

"Most other doctors and experienced staff hadn't properly understood the trauma.

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Some healthy foods rich in protein and fibre can make you feel full for a long time. They can also reduce your appetite, slowing down the digestion process. This process will eventually contribute to weight loss making you eat less.

Weight loss is the most concerning health problem amongst us. We are always conscious about weight gain for which we try to maintain a strict diet and workout regularly. After all this, we may often gain some extra kilos and get tensed about it because shedding that extra fat is way tougher than gaining them. Other than that, we tend to try different remedies for weight loss. But we can lose and control our weight just with our food as well. Eating should not be stopped at all for it.

One simple and easy way of weight management is less eating and that can be possible when we feel full. Some types of food can give you a feeling of satiety. Those filling foods can help you cut down on your sudden hunger pangs and your portion of foods. Feeling less hungry will eventually make you eat lesser which will contribute towards weight loss and control.

Foods for Satiety: 15 types of foods to get the feeling of satiety.

Boiled potato

This vegetable is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, fibre and protein. They have also high water content and carbohydrate. And boiled potatoes are more filling than any other high-carb foods. Because they have the proteinase inhibitor protein in them which may also suppress appetite.

Oatmeal

Oats are a great option for breakfast. They are rich in fibre and can provide you with a high satiety feeling. Its filling power comes from its high fibre content and the ability to soak water. This will also help you to have fewer calories at lunch.

Eggs

Eggs a great source of protein that has all kinds of essential nutrients. Eggs are also good for our eye health and it gives us a great feeling of satiety. Breakfast with eggs is a great idea as it's packed with all kinds of amino acids.

Fish

Fish is fully loaded with protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which is extremely essential for our health. And in terms of giving the feeling of fullness, fish is the most powerful one than any other protein-rich foods, especially for people who are overweight and obese. Research says, between fish and chicken, fish can give you the strongest feeling of satiety.

Meat

Meat, especially lean meat, is a good source for satiety after fish. They are highly rich in protein. In a research, it has been seen that people who consume meat at lunch have less dinner than those with high-carb lunch.

Greek Yoghurt

Its generally thicker than normal yogurt and contains higher protein as well. Greek yoghurt can make you feel full for a longer period. Its a great breakfast and afternoon snack option which will make you less hungry and eat less at dinner.

Veggies

Vegetables are always highly packed with all kinds of important nutrients- vitamins and minerals. They have a low amount of calories and a high amount of water and fibre. They are also filling foods to make you less hungry.

Soups

A research has shown that soups can be more filling than any other solid foods. And they also take a longer time to leave the stomach.

Cottage Cheese

Cottage cheese or Paneer is low in calories and fats and high in protein. Its protein content has a strong impact on fullness. A study showed that the filling effects of cottage cheese are similar to that of eggs.

Legumes

Legumes like lentils, beans, peas and peanuts have all kinds of important nutrients. They are rich in fibre and a great source of plant-based protein. Legumes have also great effects on the feeling of satiety.

Fruits

Fruits have low energy and high fibre content. They slow down the process of digestion which makes it potential for the fullness. Mostly, orange and apples are the strongest ones for the satiety feeling. But its important to have solid fruits rather than juices.

Nuts

Nuts, mainly almonds, and walnuts have a high energy density. Its rich in nutrients, fats and proteins and its also a great option for snacking. They also give us a high feeling of satiety.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil comes with a unique combination of fatty acids which can be turned into ketone bodies in the liver. And ketone bodies are known to reduce our appetite.

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Weight Loss Tips: THESE healthy foods can give you the feeling of satiety and aid in shedding extra kilos - PINKVILLA

You can ask anyone who is battling obesity or extra kilos, and they will all tell you the same thing. It is the difficulty of carrying your own weight that becomes troublesome and exhausting after a point of time. For 30-year-old Rohit Prakash, it was the very fact that he wasnt able to walk properly that served as a wake-up call for him. He decided that enough was enough and he needed to get back in shape.Name: Rohit PrakashOccupation: Service

Age: 30 yearsHeight: 5 feet 6 inches

City: Hyderabad

Highest weight recorded: 99 kgs

Weight lost: 20 kgs

Duration it took me to lose weight: 7 monthsThe turning point: Earlier, my whole life revolved around eating the delicacies of my choice and my work. However, soon this lifestyle landed me in a situation where I wasnt even able to walk properly on my own feet. It left me really troubled and I visited a doctor the very next day. The doctor simply told me that I needed to change my lifestyle if I wanted to get back on my feet.

Even though I tried making certain changes, it did not last long. Eventually, it was only my father's words that pushed me to make a fresh start. Seeing my plight, he had simply asked me to "be the change and write a new chapter."

From that day onwards, there was no looking back. Things actually began to look up for me as my friend introduced me to a fitness studio and motivated me to be the best version of myself. Trust me, things were not at all easy in the beginning and only I know how hard it has been to reach so far. It has been a long, taxing journey but certainly worth it.

My breakfast: 5 boiled egg whites with 2 slices of brown bread with peanut butter and 1 whole orange or any other whole fruit

My lunch: Carrot, beetroot and peanut salad with grilled chicken and sauted vegetablesMy dinner: Grilled fish with sauted vegetables or 200 grams of soya paneer with sauted vegetables

Pre-workout meal: Black coffee with 5-6 soaked almonds. I have it around 15 minutes before working out

Post-workout meal: My protein shake and it has to be taken within 15 minutes of working out

I indulge in: More or less, I do not believe in the concept of cheat days. So, whenever I crave for litti with ghee (a Bihari delicacy) and Thai curry with Jasmine rice, I do indulge in them.

My workout: I used to work out for 1.5 to 2 hours and it included cardio, muscle and weight training. I used to exercise for 6 days a week along with swimming twice a week.

Low-calorie recipes I swear by: I vouch on spiced chicken and spinach. All you need to do is boil some spinach and chicken, cook it with a dash of olive oil and top it off with few herbs and spices.

Fitness secrets I unveiled: Eating the right food is very essential to staying fit and healthy along with good sleep and drinking a lot of water. You should try to stick to the basics and you will definitely get good results.

How do I stay motivated? I have put a goal chart in my room and I look at that every day. It motivates me to chase my fitness dream. Also, whenever I feel low, I close my eyes and visualize all the good things that have happened in my life to date which motivated me to continue my weight loss dream. And even on days when I feel a little down and out, my trainer Naveen and my fitness partner Sudhir are always there to pull me back up.

How do you ensure you dont lose focus? I believe that I am still on my weight loss journey, irrespective of the weight I have lost. This ensures that I do not give up or lose my focus. I also surround myself with positive and inspiring people who help me stay focussed to the path of fitness.

Whats the most difficult part of being overweight? Undoubtedly, the worst aspect of being overweight is the fact that you are not able to carry your own weight. It is upsetting and saddening both, but it also starts bogging you down mentally. I had also reached a point where I was doubting my own potential because of my growing weight.

What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? I have realised that your shape actually does not matter when it comes to measuring how healthy you are. So, I actually want to be healthy, both physically and mentally in the coming 10 years.

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Market Features: The report comprises market features, capacity, capacity utilization rate, revenue, price, gross, production, production rate, consumption, import, export, supply, demand, cost, market share, CAGR, and gross margin. In addition, the report offers a comprehensive study of the market dynamics and their latest trends, along with market segments and sub-segments.

Analytical Tools: The Global Weight Loss and Obesity Management Market report includes the accurately studied and assessed data of the key industry players and their scope in the market by means of a number of analytical tools. The analytical tools such as Porters five forces analysis, feasibility study, and many other market research tools have been used to analyze the growth of the key players operating in the market.

COVID-19 Impact on Weight Loss and Obesity Management Market

Adapting to the recent novel COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global Weight Loss and Obesity Management market is included in the present report. The influence of the novel coronavirus pandemic on the growth of the Weight Loss and Obesity Management market is analyzed and depicted in the report.

The global Weight Loss and Obesity Management market segment by manufacturers include

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Chapter 16 Middle East and Africa Weight Loss and Obesity Management Market Analysis 2013-2017 and Forecast 2018-2028

This chapter provides information about the growth of the weight loss and obesity management market in the major countries of the MEA region, such as GCC Countries, Turkey and South Africa, during the period 2018-2028.

Chapter 17 Emerging Countries Weight Loss and Obesity Management Market Analysis 2013-2017 and Forecast 2018-2028

Readers can find important factors that can significantly impact the growth of the weight loss and obesity management market in emerging countries like China, India, and Brazil during the forecast period based on the market segmentation.

Chapter 18 Competition Landscape

In this chapter, readers can find a comprehensive list of all the leading manufacturers in the weight loss and obesity management market, along with detailed information about each company, which includes the company overview, revenue shares, strategic overview, and recent company developments. Some of the players featured in the weight loss and obesity management market report are Novo Nordisk A/S, GlaxoSmithKline plc., F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Allergan Plc, Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc, Medtronic plc., Vivus Inc., Eisai Co., Ltd., ReShape Lifesciences, Inc, Obalon Therapeutics, Aspire Bariatrics, Allurion Technologies Inc., Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Beijing Noble Laser Technology Co., Ltd, and others.

Chapter 19 Assumptions and Acronyms

This chapter includes a list of acronyms and assumptions that provide a base to the information and statistics included in the report.

Chapter 20 Assumptions and Acronyms

This chapter helps readers understand the research methodology followed to obtain various conclusions and important qualitative information & quantitative information about the weight loss and obesity management market.

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Weekly Update: Global Coronavirus Impact and Implications on Weight Loss and Obesity Management Market Value Projected to Expand by 2019-2032 - Jewish...

As the country battles the coronavirus pandemic, talk show host Dr Phil McGraw Oprah Winfrey's protege and a former psychologist has once again made headlines with unnecessary comments that could be more harmful than otherwise.

Dr Phil appeared on Fox News's 'The Ingraham Angle' on April 16 and expressed his disappointment at the country shutting down because of the virus. He noted that the United States does not shut down every year due to deaths from car accidents or smoking and in doing so, Dr Phil used incorrect statistics to make his point.

However, this is not the first time Dr Phil has mired himself in controversy. Over his nearly 20-year career, Dr Phil has raised an eyebrow or two for multiple reasons. Moreover, while Dr Phil listens to his guests and offers advice, he is not a licensed psychologist and cannot legally practice in the state of California.

According to an investigation by Salon, in 1988, Sara Jane Morrison Dr Phil's then-19-year-old client alleged that he carried on an unprofessional sexual relationship with her, would touch her inappropriately, and intentionally kept her "totally dependent" on him.

The TV "therapist" has many more scandals surrounding him and his show and over the years, many lawsuits have been filed against him too. Let's take a look at some of his biggest scandals that outraged America.

In 2008, when Britney Spears was hospitalized after suffering from a highly publicized mental health breakdown, Dr Phil visited the pop star and spoke to the media about it, drawing criticism from mental health professionals and Spears' family.

Dr Phil visited her during her psychiatric hold on Spears' family's request to come in "as a resource to support them, not to go out and make public statements". However, he immediately issued a public statement about the singer's "dire" situation and hoped to get her and her parents to take part in an intervention on his show.

Spears' family complained that he had violated their trust and potentially caused additional psychological damage. The family's statement continued, "Any statements publicly that he made because he was brought in under this cloak of trust, are just inappropriate. We feel like, to set the record straight, we need to say that."

He later apologized not for visiting Spears, but for making the visit public.

Dr Phil launched his weight loss business in 2003, endorsing shakes, energy bars and supplements under the 'Shape Up' brand on his show as well as in his books. The products claimed to contain scientifically researched ingredients that could help people change behavior and take control of their weight.

Dr Phil then came under criticism and investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for lacking the expertise to recommend weight loss products. Three disgruntled customers also filed a lawsuit against Dr Phill, accusing him of making false and misleading statements.

The FTC eventually dropped the investigation after the products were discontinued. Dr Phil denied any wrongdoing and reached a $10.5M settlement agreement with the plaintiffs.

In March 2019, Dr Phil interviewed a woman and her quadriplegic boyfriend and offered them this advice: "You can either be his lover or you can be his caregiver, but you cant be both100 out of 100 times, this wont work."

He was immediately called out for his comments as people with disabilities and their spouses and partners spoke up, defying Dr Phils #100outof100 claims with reflections on love and caregiving. Many viral videos were also created to prove Dr Phil wrong.

In 2008, a producer for Dr Phil's talk show posted bail worth $3,300 on behalf of a teenage girl who led seven other girls in viciously beating up another girl and this was videotaped. The producers bailed the 17-year-old out so she could participate in the taping of a one-hour show devoted to the incident.

The show was later canceled after news about the bail was leaked. In this case certain staffers went beyond our guidelines, a spokesperson for the show said. We have decided not to go forward with the story as our guidelines have been compromised.

In 2016, Dr Phil came under fire from celebrities and mental health experts when he interviewed 'The Shining' actress, Shelley Duvall, who suffers from mental illness. The then 67-year-old Duvall appeared disheveled and rambled nonsensically during the interview. She conceded she was very sick and also spoke about the late actor Robin Williams still being alive and how aliens were implanted in her leg.

Stanley Kubrick's daughter Vivian Kubrick denounced the interview, calling it "appallingly cruel" and an "exploitation". Ronan Farrow and Al Roker also called out Dr Phil over the incident.

In 2013, Dr Phil tweeted from his personal account, "If a girl is drunk, is it OK to have sex with her? Reply yes or no to @drphil #teenaccused." It was subsequently deleted, but not before folks lashed out at the TV doc for making such an inquiry.

"@DrPhil By law, when alcohol is a factor, no one can consent. Don't know what's happening to you? It's rape period," tweeted one user. Another wrote, "Telling that @DrPhil finds a "Should you rape? Yes/no?" question open to debate." One more user wrote, "@DrPhil The answer is No, Never you jackass. And then you kick whoever asked you in the throat."

A joint investigative report from Stat and The Boston Globe revealed that multiple former guests on 'Dr Phil' who appeared seeking help for their addictions alleged that staffers instead enabled their issues.

'Survivor' winner Todd Herzog, who was battling alcoholism, claims that he was sober when he arrived on set for an appearance in 2013, only to find a small bottle of vodka in the dressing room. After he guzzled it, he said, someone gave him a Xanax, saying it would help ease his nerves. He was so inebriated during filming that he had to be helped onto the stage by Dr Phil and several other staff members.

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