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Foods to Eat Before, During, and After Long Distance Runs

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:00:37 +0000

Pizza is Dean Karnazes’ primary fuel source when he goes out for a 26-mile jog. Karnazes, an ultra-marathon man who’s run 10 marathons back-to-back (that’s 262 consecutive miles) frequently delivers pizza to himself, at the halfway point of his training runs. Mike Arnstein, another ultra marathon runner, only eats bananas – 40 to 50 a day , actually – a fact, which is, in and of itself, sort of bananas. However unorthodox these diets may seem, every marathon runner will tell you how important nutrition is to maximize your results, your health and your recovery during your training and racing. But, if a diet of pizza and bananas sounds unappetizing or extreme, then consider the advice below to guide your nutrition choices while preparing for or completing a half, full, or ultra marathon. Continue reading…

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Drinking Milk: The Pros, The Cons

admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:15:28 +0000

Got Milk? Milk Does a Body Good. We have all seen those slogans in the popular Milk Council ads, but is milk really the nutritious, super drink we are led to believe it is? We can’t argue that milk has nutrition, but is this nutrition in harmony with the needs of the human body in the form of which milk is produced for the masses? Continue reading…

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Why Eating Nuts Helps With Weight Loss

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:08:58 +0000

Many people leave nuts out of their eating plan when trying to lose weight, because they think they are too high in calories. However, this is a big mistake. It’s obvious nuts are high in calories, but studies show that those who eat nuts regularly tend to have a lower BMI in comparison to those who don’t. In a study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition , 81 healthy adults were told to supplement their diet with almonds every day (320 calories worth); no further instructions about food intake were given. After six months average body weight increased only 0.40 kg. 2 Comments | Continue reading…

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Parents Buy Bad Food If Athletes Endorse It

admin — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 14:03:49 +0000

Parents are more likely to buy less healthy food if sports stars promote it, claims a new study. Researchers said study participants perceived a product as healthier and of higher quality if an athlete was on it; more than half did not read the nutrition facts. Parents buying junk food contribute to the global obesity epidemic, especially childhood obesity. According to the World Health Organization, in 2010, 42 million children were overweight worldwide. 0 Comments | Continue reading…

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3 ‘Health’ Foods That Really Aren’t

admin — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 08:59:31 +0000

Image source: digdug You may not spend your days scoffing pizza and cheeseburgers, but there are many foods that sound pretty healthy, even diet-friendly, but when you delve a little deeper, they are quite the opposite. Wonder around your local supermarket and check out the nutrition labels on many of the products available — it’s enough to put your head in a spin. Mostly, I blame food manufacturers, with their bold-faced claims, highlighting whatever good points they can dig up, and using tiny type to hide the less beneficial. You’ve seen it all before I’m sure, with claims like “organic,” “natural,” or “vitamin enhanced.” 0 Comments | Continue reading…

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Feeling Stressed? Eat Walnuts…

admin — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 10:17:26 +0000

… that’s the advice from a new study, published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition. Researchers found that a diet rich in walnuts and walnut oil may help the body to deal better with stressful situations. Sheila West, associate professor of biobehavioral health, said this: Continue reading…

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UK Calorie Recommendations To Increase?

admin — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:43:29 +0000

A draft report from the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition suggests that the UK’s recommended daily calorie intakes (currently 2,000 for women and 2,500 for men) might need to be revised. The good news? They’re thinking of putting the figures up, perhaps by as much as 16% – around 400 calories for men. And the bad news..? Continue reading…

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A Washington, DC Weight Loss Plan for the 21st Century Man

admin — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:25:44 +0000

by Will Branden We live in a world that powerfully preaches that being propped on a couch 24/7 is absolutely healthy. Internet shopping, cyber libraries, instant chatting via messengers, and online gaming are a couple of the evil lurkers in this techie world that have greatly influenced the lifestyle of a modern man. The internet is teaching us that it is purely fine to live your life behind the evil radiation of our computer screens since there are exercise gadgets and pills to make us shrink back to a size 2, anyway. Your Washington, DC Weight Loss Trainer pulls you out of that swivel chair and shows you the truth. There are a lot of people blinded by mere lies that the media and internet uphold: that losing weight is easy and convenient. A good Washington, DC Weight Loss Program suggests otherwise. Here are some facts that your Washington, DC Weight Loss Trainer promulgates, and are the truths behind the body of lies that you continue to live with: 1. The reason for being overweight is an unhealthy lifestyle: No amount of weight loss pills or slimming gadgets can help you loose weight till you improve your lifestyle. These gizmos and medications are convenient to use but serve on a temporary basis. Hence you end up loosing valuable time and money in using them not to mention the ill effects on your health. The secret to a great looking body starts when you realize that to have a healthy body you need a healthy lifestyle. 2. A low fat diet isn’t as good as a low carbohydrate diet: It is popular belief that you should reduce your fat intake. Although this can help in losing weight, the Washington DC, weight loss program offers a better option. You can eat a low-carbohydrate diet by staying away from foods containing refined carbohydrates. You will not lose weight if you replace the fat in your diet with high proteins and high carbohydrates meals. The logic behind this is that the carbohydrates get converted into saturated fats if unused. Hence eating foods rich in carbohydrates may lead to production of fat quiet discreetly. There is no point in cutting out the fat from your diet if you’re going to replace it with fat creating carbs. Therefore it is advised that you avoid the refined carbohydrates which are a part of our meals in the form of junk food, cookies, pasta, bread etc. The body can fulfill its carbohydrates requirement through vegetables, fruits, whole wheat and nuts. 3. Working out is the sure shot way to get slim: Adopting a healthy lifestyle by regular exercises and healthy food will definitely go a long way in giving you a great physique. Your personal weight loss trainer from Washington DC will put you on a tailor made exercise program, prepared with your specific needs in mind. Although customized programs are not as popular in today’s world compared to the boxed programs that most of the gyms use for their customers, it is far better because it caters to your personal needs and targets. And since our career and social life take 60% of our time, it also caters to the amount of time you can dedicate. In short you can have a healthy body by leading a healthy lifestyle. A healthy life style is a mix of balanced diet and leading an active life. A lot of people are taken further and further away from the truth by this techie world and the Washington, DC Weight Loss expert makes a lot of effort to emphasize the significance of these basic principles to make them a part of everyday life. About the Author: Josef Brandenburg is a Washington, DC weight loss specialist who specializes in helping people on the go create the bodies they have always wanted in their spare time. Hes been featured in The Washington Post and has written the books – The Body You Want and The Body You Want From A to Z. Click here to find out how to get a no strings attached 7-Day FREE Trial.

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Exposing The Reality About Homemade Acne Remedies

admin — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 07:24:07 +0000

by Jason Cartwright Instead of using the conventional acne cures out there, have you ever thought of trying homemade acne remedies? I mean, what do you think people used before modern medicine? There’s a good chance they used numerous home remedies to clear acne. As you will see, we have pulled some interesting information together for you to show how things you normally have around the home can actual help clear up your acne, instead of using the “best acne cream”. While adults live with acne, the problem is commonly a huge issue among teenagers. Regardless of when acne strikes, the key to success is making sure homemade acne remedies are provided at the earliest onset. This way, you have a much better chance of getting the acne problem under control and keeping it there. If you have a problem with acne, we suggest you consider any of the mentioned natural acne solutions prior to traditional medicine, which is harsher. In addition to being effective and safe, home remedies are also far more affordable and convenient. Typically, you can take on-hand items and create a concoction without having to leave your home. Nearly all homemade acne remedies are so trouble-free that blending them together takes few minutes of your day. Do not forget that constituents not on hand can be located at a neighboring health food store. It is vital that when opting a homemade acne cure you find out about the components as best as feasible. Additionally, remember that while most of these work exceptionally well, sometimes a person has to try more than one homemade acne cure before finding the right solution. If you are unsure where to start, you can always talk to an herbal specialist for guidance. For starters, herbs are great. One herbal mixture that works well is made with equal parts of sarsaparilla, burdock, yellow duck and cleavers extracts. These homemade acne remedies generally work by detoxifying the blood and lymph glands. Simply add a teaspoon of this concoction with water or fruit juice and consume on a daily basis. This will help to cleanse your body, reduce the secretion of sebum, and help clear your pores. If you have acne scratches from a further severe case of acne, you can also make use of tea tree oil as a substitute of the best acne cream offered in the market, spreading it straight to the affected spot. Additional natural acne remedies consist of tomato mixed with cucumber, which not only heals the acne sickness but also enhances skin texture. Strawberry leaves blended with rose water makes an amazing toner too, yet again enhancing complexion and delaying acne start-up. As you can see, clearing acne with a home remedy is simple. All it takes is to know what ingredients to use and the best way to use them. A great option is to visit your local bookstore, buying books that outline a variety of homemade acne remedies, all easy and beneficial. About the Author: Get a copy of our FREE “ Natural Cure For Acne ” E-Course, and know exactly how to beat pimples once and for all. For more on homemade acne cure , follow the link.

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Why A Personal Trainers Philosophy Matters to YOU

admin — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:04:44 +0000

by Josef Brandenburg You may have thought about getting a personal fitness trainer. If you have, you should first consider their philosophy. It is very important to make sure he or she is a good match for you. You should look through their brochure or website, specifically for their philosophy. If you cannot seem to find it, make it a point to ask to see it; it should be your first step in the pre-qualifying process. Hanging out a sign and calling themselves a personal trainer, does not make them a personal trainer. You need to find out their qualifications. You need to have some proof that they are in fact more knowledgeable than you about the body and its development. You need to be sure that that person is certified and qualified to coach and train you. Most importantly, you need to find out if their personality and ideas for your health the same as yours. Working with a personal trainer is a little bit like working with a therapist. You’ll find yourself confiding some of your deepest secrets in your trainer (i.e., I have got to get back into this dress before my class reunion or I will be the laughing stock of my class! Or, I cannot believe it, but I ate that entire box of donuts in one sitting!). But with an additional caveat: Your personal trainer will do a lot more than sit there and nod. A personal trainer will push you, pull you, work you, stretch you, exercise you, and advise you! A good personal trainer is not passive but active, and as such, if you don’t select the right personal trainer for you, you could be putting your health in jeopardy. Therefore, it is critical that you understanding that personal trainers philosophy before you start working together”or even consider that person for the job. The important things you should know about a personal trainer before you hire them is their background and their approach which you would get from their philosophy. It would include details about their knowledge in the field of nutrition, exercise, fitness, physical anatomy etc. If they have been educated in those fields, you would be a good idea to find out by whom. Getting certificates from companies that supply vitamins is entirely different from credentials of someone who was pre-med in college prior to becoming a personal trainer. Find out how much experience they have in the personal training business, get some references from past or current clients and find out just what the program involves. Find out if, research is the basis for their workout programs or if they just try it and see if it works. Don’t be part of a trial and error learning system. Check their record of accomplishment and see if it is just a generic regimen they use for every client or if you will get a regimen aimed specifically for your body. It is important to find out if they have a system in place or if they just make it all up as they go along. A good way to see if your personal trainer is dedicated to helping you, is to ask them to see a copy of their philosophy and if they don’t have it in writing, then they don’t have one at all. It is very unlikely that that personal trainer will help you get the body you want. The most effective personal trainers are the ones that take the time to write out their personal philosophy as a trainer. It shows they are organized and serious about what they do and it makes it evident that they are devoted to their methods with high success rates. They evaluate the clients results as a way to make sure that their methods are indeed effective. Someone that will deliver consistent results is not something that should be considered extra; it should be a top-notch priority. A personal trainer is supposed to be someone that will work with you to meet your weight loss goals. If a personal trainer is not going to put in the time and effort to write out his personal philosophy on training than I cannot see how the same person would put their time and effort into helping you. About the Author: Josef Brandenburg is a well known Washington, DC personal trainer for busy people and author of The Body You Want. To read his personal training philosophy click the link.

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