As I discussed in my last blog on “Bad Backs” the first step is to develop full range of motion. Now its time to develop some strength. This can be done in several ways but my experience after a sever back injury is to begin with using your body as resistance. we will focus first on […]
A recent study of 3,800 people between the ages of 52 and 79 found a 35% lower death rate in happy people. From me to you here are a few suggestions to get a leg up on the Grim Reaper. http://www.webmd.com/balance/news/20111031/happy-people-live-longer 1. Rid yourself of the burden of BS. Life isn’t about stuff. Dying with the […]
According to Webster’s Dictionary Entomophagy (from the Greek ἔντομος éntomos, “insect”, and φᾰγεῖν phagein, “to eat”) is the consumption of insects as food. A new study brought forth by the United Nations indicates eating insects is very healthy an could solve world hunger. According to this new study insects are high in protein and other […]
If you didn’t already know the USDA has officially done away with the food pyramid. The replacement is MyPlate. Myplate is a new simpler way to look at things it gives you a visual picture of how your plate should look every meal. The USDA realized that it is impossible to create a diet […]
It is first and foremost important to have a routine physical before you jump right into any kind of fitness. A doctor will be able to give you healthy limitations if there are any that apply to you personally. Once you get started It is important to start easy and work your way up to […]
There is a craze in fitness now that could be the key to getting America moving. Ideas such as 20 mins to fitness is based on an idea contrary to most held in the fitness industry. But is it really viable to say it works? In my mind it depends on the following. First […]
Great post workout carb replacement and/or instant energy if you need extra fuel before a training session. I personally use 3/4 -1 scoop with post workout shake and 1/4-1/2 scoop pre workout depending on the training day. Instant energy and recovery, much better than waxy maize and pure dextrose in my experience. Noticeable improvements in […]
So I had a client ask me last week,”What would I need to do to train for one of those race things?” I explained that the first and most important thing would be to pick a distance of a race and begin to start towards the goal of being able to complete a race of […]
Many people think sprint workouts are done just to build cardio strength. The truth is there’s a lot more to it. In fact the strength development created from sprinting is something that will help put you over the top in over all strength training. Consider building this into your workouts in the future. How to […]
If your mom always told you to eat your Veggies she was right. New studies indicate that increased dietary Potassium can lower Blood Pressure. Food such as Spinach , Sweet Potato’s, Yams and Cantaloupe are just a few foods that can put you on the right track to a healthier you. New Studies published from St. […]
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