Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, alongside his cohosts, has been part of discussions emphasizing the importance of health and well-being. These conversations often highlight the role of exercise, diet, and lifestyle changes in maintaining a healthy life. This article explores associated health topics, drawing on examples from related discussions and figures in the public eye.
Exercise as a Critical Component of Well-being
During a live broadcast with The Michael J. Fox Foundation, Jimmy Choi and Akbar Gbaja-Biamila discussed how exercise can be a critical part of living well, particularly for those with Parkinson's disease. The conversation also touched on the importance of family support as symptoms change and the significance of engaging with the Parkinson's disease (PD) community. This highlights the broader applicability of exercise in managing various health conditions and improving overall quality of life.
Team Fox Athletics, the grassroots fundraising arm of the Foundation, offers opportunities to set a fitness goal of any type and join a community of people dedicated to accelerating Parkinson's research.
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Triumphs Over Health Challenges
Underwood once weighed 250 pounds. Underwood remembers getting bad news from her doctor when her weight was hovering between 230 lbs. and 250 lbs. Last year, Underwood shared that she lost 90 pounds after getting bad news from her doctor about her health. “My lab work: diabetic, pre-diabetic, hypertension, all the things that you hear, especially with women,” she says. Underwood (here with cohosts Akbar Gbajabiamila and Amanda Kloots) admits finding time to exercise is tough with her busy schedule. “Unfortunately, I’m in a career where you drive to work, you sit down and get your hair and makeup on,” she says. “Sometimes I just get up and walk around, or I try to talk on the phone and walk around, or I’ll do something while sitting in bed - I may do a little exercise, little stretching and things. By reducing her food intake and increasing her exercise, Underwood has dropped four dress sizes and says she’d like to lose another 25 lbs. “I’m eating fruit and vegetables that I never thought: green, leafy.
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Underwood's journey exemplifies the positive impact of lifestyle changes on health outcomes. Her experience underscores the importance of healthy eating and regular exercise in managing weight and improving overall well-being.
Embracing Honesty and Openness About weight loss
The “Beauty Shop” actress said she wanted to be honest about how she lost her weight, which can be attributed to taking Wegovy, exercising and eating healthier. “I think I did my job because a lot of people were not being truthful about it,” she added, referring to stars who have denied using weight loss drugs such as Ozempic. “‘I went to the gym. Underwood once weighted 250 pounds. Last year, Underwood shared that she lost 90 pounds after getting bad news from her doctor about her health. “I no longer have to take medicine for diabetes, hypertension or any high-blood-pressure medicine,” she told the Messenger. “I am now getting in the gym. The comedian celebrated her drastic weight loss last year by wearing a dress to “The Talk” for the first time. “So I want people to go on this journey with me. And there are a lot of men and women.
The Role of Medication in Weight Loss
Underwood's openness about her weight loss journey extends to discussing the role of medication, specifically Wegovy, in her transformation. She acknowledges that her weight loss can be attributed to taking Wegovy, exercising, and eating healthier. This transparency is significant, as it addresses the often-unspoken reality of using medication as an aid in weight management.
Body Image and Self-Perception
Underwood acknowledges the changes in her body shape, humorously referencing the "hourglass" figure and comparing herself to a "baby Kardashian". “I’m about three different sizes because I still got a booty. But here’s the bad part - you know how those girls have the hourglass? I’m almost to the hourglass,” she told the Messenger in an interview published on Wednesday. “I’m almost a baby Kardashian. Let me say that. “I’m about three different sizes because I still got a booty. But here’s the bad part - you know how those girls have the hourglass? I’m almost to the hourglass,” she told the Messenger. “My booty is still a 10/12. Above my waist, I’m like 6/8,” she explained. “Like one time, my shoe fell off because my foot was little.
Overcoming Health Challenges and Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle
Underwood remembers getting bad news from her doctor when her weight was hovering between 230 lbs. and 250 lbs. “My lab work: diabetic, pre-diabetic, hypertension, all the things that you hear, especially with women,” she says. “I feel amazing when I look at the lab work: normal, normal, normal, work on this,” says Underwood, who before was pre-diabetic and suffering from high blood pressure. “I no longer have to take medicine for diabetes, hypertension or any high-blood-pressure medicine,” she told the Messenger.
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Finding Time for Exercise Amidst a Busy Schedule
Underwood (here with cohosts Akbar Gbajabiamila and Amanda Kloots) admits finding time to exercise is tough with her busy schedule. “Unfortunately, I’m in a career where you drive to work, you sit down and get your hair and makeup on,” she says. “Sometimes I just get up and walk around, or I try to talk on the phone and walk around, or I’ll do something while sitting in bed - I may do a little exercise, little stretching and things. However, she’s happy to continue on her journey - with viewers and colleagues (like Natalie Morales, Amanda Kloots and guest Meghan Trainor) by her side. Health is wealth, as they say.
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