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By Annette Campbell
So, you’re way too busy to get to the gym? There’s the long list of household chores that always need doing, as well as the kids who need to be delivered to and from school and sport and friends… The list goes on and hardly leaves time for any recreational exercise.
But if you’re constantly on the go, you might be surprised to know that you’re already burning some serious kilojoules, just by doing everyday things.
Sydney-based fat-loss dietitian Susie Burrell reveals just how many kilojoules we’re burning as we go. And remember … burning more kjs means burning more fat!
“Every day we burn kilojoules, even when we are sleeping,” Susie explains. “Think of your body as a machine, our muscles as the primary mechanics burning petrol each day. Metabolism refers to how many kjs your machine burns each day and hence how much food you need to eat just to keep blood flowing, the heart pumping and the lungs moving oxygen around the body.”
Here’s Susie’s guide to how much we burn, doing everyday activities:
Our cute dog Roxy. She is a 5-month-old Staffy x Bully.
— Dave and Lisa
Hi, this is my best friend’s son Chopper-James. He loves the camera and knows how to kiss. He was the most loving dog, you could almost say he was human. He was taken from us two years ago.
— Matt and Tara
This little fella was getting desperate during a dry spell. We do put water and feed out for all the wild birds, but you know the saying, “The other fella’s grass is always greener!” Poor thing, as the tap wasn’t dripping… or so we thought!
— Jane Chapman
Makia (cross Shihtzu & Silky terrier)
“Did you say walk? I know you did… Let’s go!”
— Chris
My newly found kitten Millie. Shy when she first came into our home, but now she owns it!
— Kym
“Poser”
Kirra, a Weimaranar.
— Eleanor
Adorable!
— Tarrina
Whilst my boyfriend was packing for a holiday, our two Chow Chow pups, Bella and Rossi, jumped into his case! They really didn’t want him to go!
— Shelley
Our Bichonxmaltese dog Makk, with Teagan (10), our grandaughter.
— Rusty
This is a photo of my favorite dog Pippa. Pippa just died four weeks ago from cancer. She was such a brave little battler and I miss her very much. She meant the world to me.
— Sarah
Every week Dr Chris Brown answers your pet questions — submit your own or browse our archives.
Question
I know you can clip dogs in summer, but can you do the same for cats? And if so, where do you clip them? My Persian X really feels the heat and needs some help!
— Paul
Answer
When you take into account the fact that our pets never evolved to live in our hot and often humid climate, its easy to see why your little mate needs all the help he can get at this time of year. The good news for your cat is that as the temperature rises, it’s quite okay to make that fur fall away. No matter what anyone says and no matter how short you clip their fur it will always grow back to exactly where it once was; same length, same thickness, same colour. The added bonus is that it reduces the risk of hairballs as well as the potential pain associated with knots that all too easily occur in long-haired cats.
So, how do you do it? Well, I may not be a feline fashion aficionado, but here are some styles that might not only cool down their temperature but also give them some cool ‘street cred’ at the same time.
Option one: The short, back and sides
The haircut your cat would have if it was in the army. A basic, no fuss clip that cuts the fur to a length of around one centimetre all over. You could set your watch by this one and at the same time observe the time you save by avoiding daily brushing. Completely shaved is also an option.
Option two: The Posh and Becks clip
The haircut your cat would have if it was David Beckham. Basically, a Mohawk for cats. A strip of fur (at least two centimetres long) is left along the top of the back and shoulders from the head to the tail. The rest is shaved. This is great for cats that knot their fur regularly but still want to maintain some length for their owners to run their fingers through.
Option three: The lion clip
The haircut your cat would have if it had a sense of humour. Basically, imagine your cat trying to look like a lion and you’ve arrived at the lion clip. Shaved short all over apart from fluffy feet, tip of the tail and of course a furry head and neck to make a mane. All jokes aside, it’s quite a functional style. They look cute, keep cool and avoid fur balls. Plus, they probably feel as though they can demand respect on the streets with their furry features.
It’s recommended that all clips be performed by trained groomers. You avoid potentially painful nicks and cuts, plus your cat has to live with the hairstyle once you’re finished with it…
Biggest Loser contestant Gerard Fleischer talks to Woman’s Day about his time on the show.
**Starting weight: 133.5kg
Elimination weight: 116.4kg**
How was your Biggest Loser experience?
I’m rapt to be out of the house. I had a fantastic time but I’m a person that when one door closes another door opens. I don’t look at it as being a sad event. I managed to have a good hard look at myself.
What was the most challenging part of being in the Whitehouse?
I had struggled in the house, not having any contact with the outside world or with my children, Richard, Jessica and Daniel, to see if they’re okay and how they’re coping. They were all split up and had to go in different homes while I was away.
You seemed to clash with some contestants?
The only one that got on my nerves was Munnalita, she was constantly having to go to the toilet and whingeing and asking dumb questions. That drove me nuts. Greg drove me crazy at times. He’s got a weird way of doing and saying things. Some of the conversations in the house were a bit rank for me, kind of like the Big Brother conversations. I went to the spa a couple times but I’m way past the silly talk.
You also butted heads with Shannon and Bob. What issues did you have with them?
We were on a high protein low calorie diet. For me I totally disagreed with it but it’s hard to argue with a trainer. I voiced my opinion a bit with Shannon but he wasn’t interested. He sees it as whingeing. I would have done better with a high calorie count and a bit more fat in my diet but I just did what I was told.
What are you looking forward to now on your new journey?
I can’t wait to get married again. I’d have a big wedding. We didn’t have the money for a fancy wedding the first time. I think I’ll want to lose a bit more weight before I want to take a relationship to another level. I’m not a promiscuous type person, I’m old fashioned and romantic. I want to fall in love first and then be comfortable with that person. I’m not interested in playing the scene. I haven’t had many partners in my life.
Who do you hope will win?
I’m hoping it’ll be either Damien or Jules, that’s where my heart lies. If Marty gets his way, then him.
Each week Woman’s Day Beauty Editor, Mary Zavaglia answers your beauty questions.
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Sarah Ferguson and her daughters have been rocked by an explosive betrayal at the hands of Princess Beatrice‘s ex-boyfriend, who claims the young royals were exposed to underage drinking, illegal drugs and unsavoury men on a holiday with their mum.
In a massive blow to Fergie, who was only weeks ago named ‘Mother of the Year’ by a US charity, her daughter’s bad-boy ex Paolo Liuzzo has made a series of damning revelations about a wild, drug-fuelled holiday he shared with the royals.
Don’t miss this week’s issue of Woman’s Day (on sale March 5) to read all the vicious claims made by Beatrice’s criminal ex, and to view the shocking pictures!
