Rahul Govender believes calorie tracking is one of the best habits a person can learn because it creates awareness and accountability.

HEALTH and fitness is not just about looking good. It’s about improving the quality of your life, staying independent as you age, and protecting your long-term health.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is waiting for a health scare before they start exercising. The truth is, the earlier you start taking care of your body, the better. It is also never too late to begin.

For both males and females of all ages, combining resistance training and cardiovascular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your body. Weight training helps build and maintain muscle mass; strengthens bones and joints; improves posture, balance and daily functional movements; and boosts metabolism.

Cardio training improves heart health, circulation, endurance and lung function while helping reduce the risk of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity.