Plyometric exercises make a muscle reach full force in the shortest time possible. This kind of exercise uses the force of gravity to store potential energy in the muscles, which is then quickly transformed into kinetic energy. One of the most common forms of this exercise is the box jump, also known as the in-depth jump, wherein an athlete steps off the box and lands with his/her legs coiled then quickly leaps to the next box.
Here are the top benefits of plyometric exercises that will help you decide if this type of fitness program is something that you need.
1. Strengthens the muscle
Muscles particularly in the legs are engaged and developed during this type of workout. Lean muscle mass in the legs are developed which make them stronger and more effective in carrying out physical activities.
2. Improves response time of muscles
Especially in competitive sports, it is important for an athlete to be able to move quickly at a moment�s notice. With regular plyometric workout, you will notice the development of your explosive power, which can help you deliver superior athletic performance. Such sports include basketball, soccer, hockey, and so many more.
3. Increase endurance
Another thing that athletes should have is endurance. They cannot get tired easily if they want to win in a sports competition. Partaking in plyometric training will increase one�s endurance significantly as well as allow the muscles to handle long athletic activities during peak performance.
4. Improves posture and balance
After engaging in this exercise for even a short period, you will notice great improvement on your posture and balance.
5. Burns calories
When you engage in any physical activity, you will obviously burn calories but what is great about plyometrics is that it also boosts your metabolic rate, which means that your body will become more effective in burning calories.
6. Reduces risk of injuries
Plyometrics reduces risk of injuries by improving flexibility and range of motion. This is also achieved by strengthening the body and making it more resistant to injuries.
Safety Precautions
Ensure proper progression and correct techniques. Doing this activity the wrong way can result in injuries.
If unsure about correct form and other things about this exercise, it would be best to consult a personal trainer.
Be physically fit before engaging in this activity. Plyometrics require physical strength and flexibility.
Do the necessary warm up exercises before doing this exercise.
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Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Super 7 Nutrition Tips
If you are looking to gain a winning edge over your competitor and become an elite level athlete then these sports nutrition tips needs to be a key part of your training program.
1. Eat food every two to three hours.
As an athlete you should be eating every two to three hours to ensure your body gets sufficient energy, stimulates metabolism, and balance blood sugar levels. This will in turn improve your body composition and sports performance.
2. Eat protein, vegetables and fruit with every meal.
In order for you to have correct sports nutrition you should eat lean protein, vegetables and fruit at every meal. By doing this it will ensure that you not only are eating optimally but also you meeting the your daily requirements.
3. Only eat non fruits or vegetable carbs after training.
Things such as simple sugars, sports drinks, rice, pasta, potatoes and other carbohydrates should only be ingested after training, as this is when the body can process these the best.
4. Don’t be scared of fats.
Despite what the media wants you to believe not all fat is bad fat. Although you will want to avoid trans fats it is important that your sports nutrition plan have a balance of saturated, monosaturated, and polysaturated fats in your diet.
5. Drink more water.
It is very important for you to remain hydrated at all times. A great way to do this is to carry a water bottle with you at all time and continually sip on it throughout the day.
6. Do not replace food with supplements.
Supplements should never replace foods in your sport nutrition plan, as they simply do not offer the same benefits as whole foods.
7. Plan Ahead.
With everything that you have going on as an athlete it is important that you plan your meals ahead of time. A great tip is to prepare all your meals for the day the night before so that you can remain consistent and achieve that winning edge over your competition.
1. Eat food every two to three hours.
As an athlete you should be eating every two to three hours to ensure your body gets sufficient energy, stimulates metabolism, and balance blood sugar levels. This will in turn improve your body composition and sports performance.
2. Eat protein, vegetables and fruit with every meal.
In order for you to have correct sports nutrition you should eat lean protein, vegetables and fruit at every meal. By doing this it will ensure that you not only are eating optimally but also you meeting the your daily requirements.
3. Only eat non fruits or vegetable carbs after training.
Things such as simple sugars, sports drinks, rice, pasta, potatoes and other carbohydrates should only be ingested after training, as this is when the body can process these the best.
4. Don’t be scared of fats.
Despite what the media wants you to believe not all fat is bad fat. Although you will want to avoid trans fats it is important that your sports nutrition plan have a balance of saturated, monosaturated, and polysaturated fats in your diet.
5. Drink more water.
It is very important for you to remain hydrated at all times. A great way to do this is to carry a water bottle with you at all time and continually sip on it throughout the day.
6. Do not replace food with supplements.
Supplements should never replace foods in your sport nutrition plan, as they simply do not offer the same benefits as whole foods.
7. Plan Ahead.
With everything that you have going on as an athlete it is important that you plan your meals ahead of time. A great tip is to prepare all your meals for the day the night before so that you can remain consistent and achieve that winning edge over your competition.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Healthy Convenience just in time for the Holidays
1. Stock Up & Stash Your IsaLean® Bars. There’s nothing worse than hearing the roar of your stomach when you’re in the middle of running errands. Stash an IsaLean Bar in your glove compartment, purse or gym bag so you always have something healthy to reach for. Don’t forget to try the crispy, delicious new flavors of IsaLean Bars, Lemon Passion Crunch and Chocolate Decadence.
2. Cleanse Day Any Day. Busy schedule with no time to spare for sit down meals? Make it a Cleanse Day and grab your Cleanse for Life® in the canister, bottled water, IsaWATER™ Alkalized Concentrate, toss a few Isagenix Snacks!™ in a sandwich bag and stash a few individually-packaged IsaDelight Plus™ pieces in your bag and you’re ready to go. Don’t forget your IsaShaker™ bottle. (Tip: Add a scoop of Ionix® Supreme powder to your Cleanse for Life for extra energy and a delicious, tropical fruit flavored concoction.)
3. Extra Energy Boost Minus the Junk. Skip the coffee drive thru and reach for a stick of Want More Energy?® instead! The electrolytes, B Vitamins and ionic trace minerals will give you a natural energy boost without the crash that comes from excess, unhealthy sugars and loads of caffeine. (Psst—check out our current Winter Hydration deal to save 28% on Want More Energy Sticks, an IsaShaker™ bottle and IsaWATER Alkalized Concentrate).
4. Avoid the Splurge on Sweets. Sometimes you just crave something chewy and sweet, right? Stash a few individually-packaged SlimCakes® in strategic places (the car, your purse, the cupboard) so you can splurge the healthy way. You’ll get healthy fiber from whole oats, extra antioxidants from cranberries and blueberries and zero guilt—they’re only 90 calories per serving! And, don’t forget that they’re great for kids, too, so you’re already covered if your littlest family member asks for a snack while you’re on the run.
5. Grab Your Vitamins On the Go. No time to sort out vitamins? We’ve already packaged your daily doses of IsaOmega Supreme®, C-Lyte®, Ageless Actives™, and Essentials for Men™ or Essentials for Women™ in convenient morning and evening (A.M & P.M.) packs with Ageless Essentials™ Daily Packs for Men or Women. Simply order your box and then grab the entire duo pack if you’re going to be gone for the day, or tear off your packet for the morning or evening; you’re good to go!
To learn more about these products, visit IsaProduct.com’s “Products” section.
2. Cleanse Day Any Day. Busy schedule with no time to spare for sit down meals? Make it a Cleanse Day and grab your Cleanse for Life® in the canister, bottled water, IsaWATER™ Alkalized Concentrate, toss a few Isagenix Snacks!™ in a sandwich bag and stash a few individually-packaged IsaDelight Plus™ pieces in your bag and you’re ready to go. Don’t forget your IsaShaker™ bottle. (Tip: Add a scoop of Ionix® Supreme powder to your Cleanse for Life for extra energy and a delicious, tropical fruit flavored concoction.)
3. Extra Energy Boost Minus the Junk. Skip the coffee drive thru and reach for a stick of Want More Energy?® instead! The electrolytes, B Vitamins and ionic trace minerals will give you a natural energy boost without the crash that comes from excess, unhealthy sugars and loads of caffeine. (Psst—check out our current Winter Hydration deal to save 28% on Want More Energy Sticks, an IsaShaker™ bottle and IsaWATER Alkalized Concentrate).
4. Avoid the Splurge on Sweets. Sometimes you just crave something chewy and sweet, right? Stash a few individually-packaged SlimCakes® in strategic places (the car, your purse, the cupboard) so you can splurge the healthy way. You’ll get healthy fiber from whole oats, extra antioxidants from cranberries and blueberries and zero guilt—they’re only 90 calories per serving! And, don’t forget that they’re great for kids, too, so you’re already covered if your littlest family member asks for a snack while you’re on the run.
5. Grab Your Vitamins On the Go. No time to sort out vitamins? We’ve already packaged your daily doses of IsaOmega Supreme®, C-Lyte®, Ageless Actives™, and Essentials for Men™ or Essentials for Women™ in convenient morning and evening (A.M & P.M.) packs with Ageless Essentials™ Daily Packs for Men or Women. Simply order your box and then grab the entire duo pack if you’re going to be gone for the day, or tear off your packet for the morning or evening; you’re good to go!
To learn more about these products, visit IsaProduct.com’s “Products” section.
Friday, November 12, 2010
SECRETS FOR BIGGER MUSCLES!!
Your body has about 650 muscles. It doesn't matter that you only care about four or five of them. You need every one in order to perform the normal functions of everyday life—eating, breathing, walking, holding in your stomach at the beach.
Granted, you don't need to spend a lot of time thinking about most of your muscles. The 200 muscles involved in walking do the job whether you monitor them or not.
You could try to impress your friends at parties by telling them the gluteus maximus is the body's strongest muscle, or that the latissimus dorsi (in your middle back) is the largest, or that a middle-ear muscle called the stapedius is the smallest. But it probably won't work, unless you have some really unusual friends. And muscle trivia can't capture the wonder of muscles themselves—the brilliance of coordinated muscles in motion, the magnificence of well-developed muscles in isolation.
We hope, in the following story, to help you understand a little more about how your muscles work, and thus how to make them bigger, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing (if you're into that sort of thing). You can accomplish all three, if you know what's going on beneath the surface...
Stay tuned for the Follow up....Feel free to ask questions and a email address, your question will be answered in 1-3 business days.
BODY N RICH FITNESS
Granted, you don't need to spend a lot of time thinking about most of your muscles. The 200 muscles involved in walking do the job whether you monitor them or not.
You could try to impress your friends at parties by telling them the gluteus maximus is the body's strongest muscle, or that the latissimus dorsi (in your middle back) is the largest, or that a middle-ear muscle called the stapedius is the smallest. But it probably won't work, unless you have some really unusual friends. And muscle trivia can't capture the wonder of muscles themselves—the brilliance of coordinated muscles in motion, the magnificence of well-developed muscles in isolation.
We hope, in the following story, to help you understand a little more about how your muscles work, and thus how to make them bigger, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing (if you're into that sort of thing). You can accomplish all three, if you know what's going on beneath the surface...
Stay tuned for the Follow up....Feel free to ask questions and a email address, your question will be answered in 1-3 business days.
BODY N RICH FITNESS
SECRETS FOR BIGGER MUSCLES!!
Your body has about 650 muscles. It doesn't matter that you only care about four or five of them. You need every one in order to perform the normal functions of everyday life—eating, breathing, walking, holding in your stomach at the beach.
Granted, you don't need to spend a lot of time thinking about most of your muscles. The 200 muscles involved in walking do the job whether you monitor them or not.
You could try to impress your friends at parties by telling them the gluteus maximus is the body's strongest muscle, or that the latissimus dorsi (in your middle back) is the largest, or that a middle-ear muscle called the stapedius is the smallest. But it probably won't work, unless you have some really unusual friends. And muscle trivia can't capture the wonder of muscles themselves—the brilliance of coordinated muscles in motion, the magnificence of well-developed muscles in isolation.
We hope, in the following story, to help you understand a little more about how your muscles work, and thus how to make them bigger, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing (if you're into that sort of thing). You can accomplish all three, if you know what's going on beneath the surface...
Stat tuned for the Follow up....Feel free to ask questions and leave an email address and your question will be answered in 1-3 business days.
BODY N RICH FITNESS
Granted, you don't need to spend a lot of time thinking about most of your muscles. The 200 muscles involved in walking do the job whether you monitor them or not.
You could try to impress your friends at parties by telling them the gluteus maximus is the body's strongest muscle, or that the latissimus dorsi (in your middle back) is the largest, or that a middle-ear muscle called the stapedius is the smallest. But it probably won't work, unless you have some really unusual friends. And muscle trivia can't capture the wonder of muscles themselves—the brilliance of coordinated muscles in motion, the magnificence of well-developed muscles in isolation.
We hope, in the following story, to help you understand a little more about how your muscles work, and thus how to make them bigger, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing (if you're into that sort of thing). You can accomplish all three, if you know what's going on beneath the surface...
Stat tuned for the Follow up....Feel free to ask questions and leave an email address and your question will be answered in 1-3 business days.
BODY N RICH FITNESS
SECRETS FOR BIGGER MUSCLES!!
Your body has about 650 muscles. It doesn't matter that you only care about four or five of them. You need every one in order to perform the normal functions of everyday life—eating, breathing, walking, holding in your stomach at the beach.
Granted, you don't need to spend a lot of time thinking about most of your muscles. The 200 muscles involved in walking do the job whether you monitor them or not.
You could try to impress your friends at parties by telling them the gluteus maximus is the body's strongest muscle, or that the latissimus dorsi (in your middle back) is the largest, or that a middle-ear muscle called the stapedius is the smallest. But it probably won't work, unless you have some really unusual friends. And muscle trivia can't capture the wonder of muscles themselves—the brilliance of coordinated muscles in motion, the magnificence of well-developed muscles in isolation.
We hope, in the following story, to help you understand a little more about how your muscles work, and thus how to make them bigger, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing (if you're into that sort of thing). You can accomplish all three, if you know what's going on beneath the surface...
Stat tuned for the Follow up....Feel free to ask questions and leave an email address and your question will be answered in 1-3 business days.
BODY N RICH FITNESS
Granted, you don't need to spend a lot of time thinking about most of your muscles. The 200 muscles involved in walking do the job whether you monitor them or not.
You could try to impress your friends at parties by telling them the gluteus maximus is the body's strongest muscle, or that the latissimus dorsi (in your middle back) is the largest, or that a middle-ear muscle called the stapedius is the smallest. But it probably won't work, unless you have some really unusual friends. And muscle trivia can't capture the wonder of muscles themselves—the brilliance of coordinated muscles in motion, the magnificence of well-developed muscles in isolation.
We hope, in the following story, to help you understand a little more about how your muscles work, and thus how to make them bigger, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing (if you're into that sort of thing). You can accomplish all three, if you know what's going on beneath the surface...
Stat tuned for the Follow up....Feel free to ask questions and leave an email address and your question will be answered in 1-3 business days.
BODY N RICH FITNESS
Monday, November 8, 2010
EVERYTHING YOU KNOW ABOUT THE MUSCLE IS WRONG!!
It took a while for technology to catch up with fascia theory, but by 2007, researchers were able to thread ultrasound sensors into living humans to watch what happens in real time when, for instance, a weightlifter explodes upward from a squat. "In the classical model, you'd expect the muscle fibers to shorten, the calf muscles to pull on the Achilles tendons, and the fascia to remain passive," Myers explains. "But the fascia actually recoils, allowing you to use far more of the force you generate than would be otherwise possible." That's why when you rifle a fastball, the size of your muscles is rarely the most important factor. You want to lengthen your range of rubbery, fascia motion to develop better recoil. For example, take Tim Lincecum, the 5'11", 170-pound all-star pitcher for the San Francisco Giants. It's likely his ability to maximize fascial recoil that allows him to hurl a baseball at has traveled to the U.K. to present his latest findings. Recently, Schleip made a startling discovery: Fascia isn't just a bunch of rubbery cables, but actually sensory organs packed upwards of 100 mph, despite his relatively slight build.
"For many people, fitness is still all about lifting weights to build bulk," Myers says. "But what does that make you fit for? I'd argue that this . . ." -- he taps a key on his laptop and brings up a slide -- "is a much more physically fit human than a bodybuilder is." On the screen is a photo of a baby boy rolling on his back, blissfully drinking a bottle that he holds with his feet. Cute, sure; but more important, the little nipper is limber, balanced, and able to match impulse with action. "You are fit if you can adapt to the demands of your environment with ease and imagination," Myers says.
That kind of thinking recently led the Arizona Diamondbacks to revamp their strength and conditioning program, says James Ready, the trainer in the Diamondbacks system who has already begun employing Myers's fascia approach. "These days, our big emphasis with weights is about posture, not big plates," Ready says. He has also reassessed the way he diagnoses injuries. "I've had to step back and take a deeper look at everything I learned in school. We were taught to find the point of pain and treat it. But take hamstring injuries; the hamstring is usually just the smoke. You have to look elsewhere for the fire."
BY DR. MYERS MD (SURGEON)
"For many people, fitness is still all about lifting weights to build bulk," Myers says. "But what does that make you fit for? I'd argue that this . . ." -- he taps a key on his laptop and brings up a slide -- "is a much more physically fit human than a bodybuilder is." On the screen is a photo of a baby boy rolling on his back, blissfully drinking a bottle that he holds with his feet. Cute, sure; but more important, the little nipper is limber, balanced, and able to match impulse with action. "You are fit if you can adapt to the demands of your environment with ease and imagination," Myers says.
That kind of thinking recently led the Arizona Diamondbacks to revamp their strength and conditioning program, says James Ready, the trainer in the Diamondbacks system who has already begun employing Myers's fascia approach. "These days, our big emphasis with weights is about posture, not big plates," Ready says. He has also reassessed the way he diagnoses injuries. "I've had to step back and take a deeper look at everything I learned in school. We were taught to find the point of pain and treat it. But take hamstring injuries; the hamstring is usually just the smoke. You have to look elsewhere for the fire."
BY DR. MYERS MD (SURGEON)
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Stay Healthy!!
I think it is appropriate with Halloween coming up this weekend, to remind everyone, especially parents, of the disastrous effects that white sugar has upon the immune system. I am betting if someone took statistics of sickness after this particular spooky night, they would see a huge spike in kids illness the next week.
Why? See the chart below. Clearly we need to reduce the amount of refined sugar we consume. However please show people this chart before they start mowing down on all those little chocolate bars and liquorice.
And this is especially true for our kids! Be sure you are adding extra Isamune and kids are consuming our immune enhancing shakes all week long! Keep your family healthy by giving small portions of the candy at different times or do like we do- the candy somehow starts to 'disappear', then makes its way up high in the cupboards until it is forgotten...and thrown away.
Impaired Immune System Functioning
The following chart shows what refined sugar can do to the effectiveness of our white blood cells, those members of our immune system that eat up foreign invaders, and in fact seek out and destroy our own cells that have become cancerous.
Effect of Refined Sugar on White Blood Cell Activity 18
Amount Refined Number of Bacteria 2
Sugar Consumed a WBC Can Destroy Decrease in Immunity
in 1/2 hour
No sugar 14 0%
6 teaspoons = 10 25%
8 oz. of soft drink
12 teaspoons = 5.5 60%
frosted brownie
18 teaspoons = 2 85%
apple pie à la mode
24 teaspoons = 1 92%
banana split
Uncontrolled Diabetic 1 92%
(Special Note: A 12-ounce can of soda contains 9 teaspoons of sugar. An 8-ounce serving of fruit-flavored yoghurt contains almost as much.)19
Why? See the chart below. Clearly we need to reduce the amount of refined sugar we consume. However please show people this chart before they start mowing down on all those little chocolate bars and liquorice.
And this is especially true for our kids! Be sure you are adding extra Isamune and kids are consuming our immune enhancing shakes all week long! Keep your family healthy by giving small portions of the candy at different times or do like we do- the candy somehow starts to 'disappear', then makes its way up high in the cupboards until it is forgotten...and thrown away.
Impaired Immune System Functioning
The following chart shows what refined sugar can do to the effectiveness of our white blood cells, those members of our immune system that eat up foreign invaders, and in fact seek out and destroy our own cells that have become cancerous.
Effect of Refined Sugar on White Blood Cell Activity 18
Amount Refined Number of Bacteria 2
Sugar Consumed a WBC Can Destroy Decrease in Immunity
in 1/2 hour
No sugar 14 0%
6 teaspoons = 10 25%
8 oz. of soft drink
12 teaspoons = 5.5 60%
frosted brownie
18 teaspoons = 2 85%
apple pie à la mode
24 teaspoons = 1 92%
banana split
Uncontrolled Diabetic 1 92%
(Special Note: A 12-ounce can of soda contains 9 teaspoons of sugar. An 8-ounce serving of fruit-flavored yoghurt contains almost as much.)19
Friday, October 15, 2010
Isagenix Story
The time is now to improve your life and healthy way of eating, BODY N RICH will lead you in the right direction.
The best way to get informed about Isagenix is to go to www.isamovie.com and watch "Six Figure Makers" and "Are you Toxic", Also click on the other videos that interest you.
Isagenix Story
www.isamovie.com
Are You Toxic? Learn more about harmful impurities that could be harmful to your health and unlock the benefits of living and following a Nutritional Cleansing lifestyle.
The best way to get informed about Isagenix is to go to www.isamovie.com and watch "Six Figure Makers" and "Are you Toxic", Also click on the other videos that interest you.
Isagenix Story
www.isamovie.com
Are You Toxic? Learn more about harmful impurities that could be harmful to your health and unlock the benefits of living and following a Nutritional Cleansing lifestyle.
Saturday, October 2, 2010
WHY YOUR'RE NOT LOSING WEIGHT
1. You don’t exercise: Duh if your ass doesn’t move it typically will get bigger, so Move it to lose it.
2. You don’t push yourself hard enough when you exercise: yes you should break a sweat even
3. You don’t know how to exercise correctly: This one cracks me up, hell if you didn’t know how to do your taxes or fix your car what do you do.. Hire a professional? If professional athletes hire trainers, don’t you think you should too considering they workout for a living and still need the help of a professional in the field of exercise. You don’t think celebrities work out themselves do you?
4. You don’t eat 5+ meals a day: I’m sorry you may hate it though the research still states the more meals you eat you burn
more calories and more fat all day long. It even says if you eat 10-14 meals it’s even better.
5. You don’t sleep 7-8 hrs each night: Studies link obesity to sleep issues. Our bodies need rest and down time so they can recover sleep.
6. You don’t poop once a day and don’t poop a total of about 12 inches per day. Removing waste from your body is essential otherwise you will become waste and be sick and un healthy.
7. You are Starving yourself or have in the past: no lame weight watcher, jenny Craig, Slim Fast, or many more to come diets have every worked long term and been healthy for anyone. You must eat healthy nourishing foods otherwise you will feel like crap and look like it too.
8. Don’t Over Stress: Stress is one of the worst things for our bodies in abundance. When we get too much stress whether it be physically, mentally, or chemically (from foods, drinks, or drugs) our bodies break down and fall apart. Do something to not stress and rid yourself of running yourself into the ground.
WOMEN MOSTLY:
1. Your hormones are off: Get your hormones checked make sure your body is working for you not against you. Remember hire someone that is really good at prescribing you the answers you need.
Remember be your best and do what you need to do to shed fat.. because it won’t do it on its own. Work Hard, Work Smart, and don’t be a Fool. Life is worth living not wasting. Reward yourself by being great.
2. You don’t push yourself hard enough when you exercise: yes you should break a sweat even
3. You don’t know how to exercise correctly: This one cracks me up, hell if you didn’t know how to do your taxes or fix your car what do you do.. Hire a professional? If professional athletes hire trainers, don’t you think you should too considering they workout for a living and still need the help of a professional in the field of exercise. You don’t think celebrities work out themselves do you?
4. You don’t eat 5+ meals a day: I’m sorry you may hate it though the research still states the more meals you eat you burn
more calories and more fat all day long. It even says if you eat 10-14 meals it’s even better.
5. You don’t sleep 7-8 hrs each night: Studies link obesity to sleep issues. Our bodies need rest and down time so they can recover sleep.
6. You don’t poop once a day and don’t poop a total of about 12 inches per day. Removing waste from your body is essential otherwise you will become waste and be sick and un healthy.
7. You are Starving yourself or have in the past: no lame weight watcher, jenny Craig, Slim Fast, or many more to come diets have every worked long term and been healthy for anyone. You must eat healthy nourishing foods otherwise you will feel like crap and look like it too.
8. Don’t Over Stress: Stress is one of the worst things for our bodies in abundance. When we get too much stress whether it be physically, mentally, or chemically (from foods, drinks, or drugs) our bodies break down and fall apart. Do something to not stress and rid yourself of running yourself into the ground.
WOMEN MOSTLY:
1. Your hormones are off: Get your hormones checked make sure your body is working for you not against you. Remember hire someone that is really good at prescribing you the answers you need.
Remember be your best and do what you need to do to shed fat.. because it won’t do it on its own. Work Hard, Work Smart, and don’t be a Fool. Life is worth living not wasting. Reward yourself by being great.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
The Hidden Truth about Fat loss!!
Body N Rich has been looking forward to answering all of your questions about fat loss and what are the best ways to loose fat. The information will be told and it's not really a big secret, a tip that many never considered. Stay tuned for the insight.... So please feel free to post your comments on why you need to loose weight and what troubles you are having that need to be answered.
P.S BODY N RICH ....not a choice...but a LIFESTYLE!!!
P.S BODY N RICH ....not a choice...but a LIFESTYLE!!!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
STRENGTH GAIN,MAINTAIN AND BUILD MUSCLE
The following gym workout is for strength gain and is ideal for anyone who is struggling to maintain or build muscle tissue. While I devised the programme to help myself become a better endurance athlete, it is what enabled me to maintain muscle mass throughout my shift to a mostly vegatarian diet. It works exceptionally well for not only muscle maintenance, but also creates mobility and fluidity of movement. If you are an athlete, it will keep you lean and will improve strength-to-weight-ratio and therefore efficacy, endurance and ultimately running performance as a whole.
I perform this routine three times per week. It is extremely effective, but keep in mind that it was designed for someone who has been weight training consistently for at least a year. Tendons, ligaments and connective tissue need to adapt to a more advanced training programme such as this, so as not to cause injury. If you are new to weight training, I suggest a more basic programme to begin with that will gently allow for your body to adapt. Then you can give this one a try.
Nutrition is a vital part of physical training. Of course, what you eat becomes the building blocks used to reconstruct muscle tissue that the training has broken down. Make sure to consume a nutrient-packed, protein-rich veg, smoothie after each workout. Quick and efficient recovery from each workout is key. The faster you can recover, the sooner you can train again. This is what leads to true gains and will improve your results more than any other single principle.
WORKOUT SPECIFICS Perform lower body exercises two times per week, immediately following intensive cardio training sessions. The upper body portion can be performed two to three times per week, on alternate days. Rest 90 seconds in between lower body exercises and 60 seconds in between upper body ones. You may choose to do abdominal exercise in between upper body sets. For all exercises, breathe in while lowering the weight, and breathe out while lifting it.
LOWER BODY
Lunges: 3 sets of 15 reps
What it does
A good all-round exercise that helps develop the stabilizer muscles. Particularly important if you periodically run on uneven ground. Also serves as a good warm-up. How to do it
With feet shoulder width apart and a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing inward, take a giant step forward with your left foot so that your shin is perpendicular with the floor. Pause for two seconds. Slowly straighten your left leg. Repeat movement, switching legs. This is one rep.
LEG PRESS: 3 sets of 6 reps
What it does
This is an ideal exercise to quickly increase overall leg strength without putting your back in jeopardy, as is common with squats. How to do it On a leg press machine, with feet shoulder width apart, slowly press the weight until your legs are completely extended, but without locking your knees. Pause for two seconds. Slowly lower the weight to starting position.
Monday, September 20, 2010
VEGAN SPARE RIBS
Stick-To-Your-Ribs Chili
The Chef: AbbyThe Menu: A creative, stick-to-your-ribs chili made of savory, spicy ingredients including collard greens, diced tomatoes, zucchini, black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and pieces of Frankie's famous, saucy vegan spare ribs. Abby paired our hearty main course with a light and fruity salad made of spinach, orange slices, tomato, and mango.
The Goods: If you thought our day couldn't get any better than rib-filled chili, you were sadly mistaken. After enjoying this lovely lunch we indulged in a decadent dessert: Banana Split Ice Cream Cake fromMaggie Mudd courtesy of Sweet & Sara founder Sara Sohn. Sara sent us the congratulatory cake in honor of VN's 10-year anniversary, and let's just say that we're not complaining. This rich, flavorful cake tasted exactly like a trip to the ice cream shoppe—with frosting on top. Now coasting on an unparalleled sugar high, we're anticipating the end of the work day for a very specific reason: SF Vegan Drinks! We can't wait to mix, mingle, and sip Orange Creamsicle Martinis with other fabulous vegans tonight at Martuni's. Okay, maybe we're a little excited for veggie dogs too. Be sure to swing by on your way home for work for a much-needed, end-of-the-week drink!
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Monday, September 13, 2010
The Basics of Fast, Healthy Fat Loss
Most of the content on this site will revolve around a few basic “fundamentals” of fast, healthy fat loss. Here are the 3 most important ones:
1. Clean, Natural Diet — A diet based around whole, natural, unprocessed foods is a must. The best ones consist of mainly lean proteins, good carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
2. Intense Strength Training – Regular strength/resistance training is incredibly effective at both burning off extra body fat and building/toning lean muscle tissue. If done properly, it can literally turn your body into a 24/7 fat-burning “machine” while also dramatically improving the way you look and feel.
3. Smart Cardio Exercise — Doing “smart” cardiovascular exercise several times per week is a proven way to burn calories and speed up fat loss, not to mention improve heart health. It’s easy to overdo cardio training but with the right strategies — such as high-intensity interval training (HIIT) — you can lose the fat without damaging lean muscle or hurting your metabolism.
So there you go: the “Big 3″ of fast, safe, and healthy weight loss. Do them all on a consistent basis and it’s almost impossible not to burn off the fat and get that lean, sexy body we all want.
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
MOTIVATION FOR SUCCESS!!!!
" Don't Fake It, Make It"
Kind of a silly quote of mine, but basically, it's important. To make the body you are looking for, and to achieve your goals, you have to work at it. I hear the same thing from prospective clients all of the time, " Richard, I don't understand, I work out all the time but can not see results"
Lets face it, anybody can just throw around some dumbells and prance around on a treadmill. The difference is, you have to approach your workouts with a purpose, not just to get it done. So many people just go through the motions, and refuse to reach deep and take it to the next level of intensity.
Don't kid yourself. You made the commitment, now make it happen. Reach down deep for a few extra reps. Run an extra mile on the treadmill. When in the gym "Don't Fake It, Make It." You are their to get something accomplished, so you owe it to yourself to see it through.
" So live in the now...and forget the past but look towards a future"
Kind of a silly quote of mine, but basically, it's important. To make the body you are looking for, and to achieve your goals, you have to work at it. I hear the same thing from prospective clients all of the time, " Richard, I don't understand, I work out all the time but can not see results"
Lets face it, anybody can just throw around some dumbells and prance around on a treadmill. The difference is, you have to approach your workouts with a purpose, not just to get it done. So many people just go through the motions, and refuse to reach deep and take it to the next level of intensity.
Don't kid yourself. You made the commitment, now make it happen. Reach down deep for a few extra reps. Run an extra mile on the treadmill. When in the gym "Don't Fake It, Make It." You are their to get something accomplished, so you owe it to yourself to see it through.
" So live in the now...and forget the past but look towards a future"
Friday, August 6, 2010
An Insanely Effective Type of Interval Training
High intensity interval training can be done in a variety of different ways. Here’s a wickedly-effective type of interval training: it requires no machines or fancy equipment, you can do it outside in the sunshine and fresh air, it develops killer conditioning, carves out legs like a sprinter, and burns calories at an accelerated rate.
I’ve written about how you can integrate both traditional steady state cardio as well as high intensity interval training into your training program for optimal body composition improvement, health and increased fitness - you don’t have to choose one form of cardio or the other. In fact, settling into dogmatic views about cardio will only limit you. I’m not sure if there is a single best way to do intervals because there are so many choices and everyone is different in their goals, interests and personal preferences, so “best” is a relative thing. But let me give you one of my personal favorites that is breathtakingly effective.
Your typical interval workout in the gym might be on a stationary cycle, treadmill or stairclimber with short 30-60 second bursts of high speed and/or resistance, followed by a 60-120 second period of low intensity recovery. That’s usually a 1:1 or 1:2 work to recovery interval. You then rinse and repeat for the desired number of intervals, usually between 6 and 12.
I sometimes have access to a great set of stadium steps with a straight shot right up - 52 steps.
Sprinting it takes about 10 seconds or so, walking down about 30 seconds. Those are short intervals with a 1:3 work to recovery interval ratio. That wasn’t by design, it just happens to be how long it takes to run up and walk down that particular flight of stairs, but co-incidentally, that fits within common recommendations for short sprint-style intervals.
I make sure I’m warmed up first, I usually start with a couple flights up at a slow jog then a run, before sprinting, usually 10-12 rounds.
Even if you jog/run instead of sprint, (or pause briefly at the bottom of the stairs), when you do the math, you can figure that this usually doesn’t take more than 10-12 minutes.
Why do I like stadium step sprinting?
1. Stair sprinting is a time saver. Like other forms of interval training, it’s entirely possible to get as much if not more cardiovascular conditioning in 10-15 minutes than you’d get from a much longer session of slower cardio (depending on the intensity and effort levels).
2. Stair sprinting is engaging. Many people get bored doing long slow to medium intensity cardio sessions. This is a great way to break up the monotony of traditional cardio workouts. Even though it’s tough, it’s actually kind of fun.
3. Stair sprinting is incredible for leg development. As a bodybuilder, I like to look at all types of training not only in terms of conditioning, fat loss and health, but also whether they will add or detract from the physique. I find that brief but intense stair workouts are amazing for leg development - quads, hamstrings, glutes and even your calves. In fact, I started training on the stairs more than 20 years ago, and I always considered it as much if not more of a leg workout than anything else.
4. Stair sprinting can be done outside. If you have access to stadium steps, as opposed to just a stairwell, you can enjoy the sun and fresh air.
If you’re healthy and already fit, try this advanced interval workout and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the results!
I’ve written about how you can integrate both traditional steady state cardio as well as high intensity interval training into your training program for optimal body composition improvement, health and increased fitness - you don’t have to choose one form of cardio or the other. In fact, settling into dogmatic views about cardio will only limit you. I’m not sure if there is a single best way to do intervals because there are so many choices and everyone is different in their goals, interests and personal preferences, so “best” is a relative thing. But let me give you one of my personal favorites that is breathtakingly effective.
Your typical interval workout in the gym might be on a stationary cycle, treadmill or stairclimber with short 30-60 second bursts of high speed and/or resistance, followed by a 60-120 second period of low intensity recovery. That’s usually a 1:1 or 1:2 work to recovery interval. You then rinse and repeat for the desired number of intervals, usually between 6 and 12.
I sometimes have access to a great set of stadium steps with a straight shot right up - 52 steps.
Sprinting it takes about 10 seconds or so, walking down about 30 seconds. Those are short intervals with a 1:3 work to recovery interval ratio. That wasn’t by design, it just happens to be how long it takes to run up and walk down that particular flight of stairs, but co-incidentally, that fits within common recommendations for short sprint-style intervals.
I make sure I’m warmed up first, I usually start with a couple flights up at a slow jog then a run, before sprinting, usually 10-12 rounds.
Even if you jog/run instead of sprint, (or pause briefly at the bottom of the stairs), when you do the math, you can figure that this usually doesn’t take more than 10-12 minutes.
Why do I like stadium step sprinting?
1. Stair sprinting is a time saver. Like other forms of interval training, it’s entirely possible to get as much if not more cardiovascular conditioning in 10-15 minutes than you’d get from a much longer session of slower cardio (depending on the intensity and effort levels).
2. Stair sprinting is engaging. Many people get bored doing long slow to medium intensity cardio sessions. This is a great way to break up the monotony of traditional cardio workouts. Even though it’s tough, it’s actually kind of fun.
3. Stair sprinting is incredible for leg development. As a bodybuilder, I like to look at all types of training not only in terms of conditioning, fat loss and health, but also whether they will add or detract from the physique. I find that brief but intense stair workouts are amazing for leg development - quads, hamstrings, glutes and even your calves. In fact, I started training on the stairs more than 20 years ago, and I always considered it as much if not more of a leg workout than anything else.
4. Stair sprinting can be done outside. If you have access to stadium steps, as opposed to just a stairwell, you can enjoy the sun and fresh air.
If you’re healthy and already fit, try this advanced interval workout and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the results!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Why Should You Exercise? Tips for getting started on a fitness plan
Why Should You Exercise?
Studies have shown that regular exercise significantly increases life expectancy and improves overall health. Regular physical activity reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis. It can reduce or improve symptoms of menopause, PMS, diabetes, as well as numerous other conditions. An improved self-image and increased energy level are frequent added benefits of exercise.
Regular exercise is also helpful in the prevention of one of the most common reasons for doctors office visits-- lower back pain. Special exercises for those with back pain are many times beneficial in reducing and/or eliminating lower back pain.
However, safe and injury-free workouts require certain precautions be taken before beginning a new exercise program including seeing your physician first, and for women fifty and over having an exercise stress test to check for any underlying heart problems.
Taking it slow and easy...Walking offers the easiest, least expensive way to work out for most people. Research shows that people who go from a sedentary lifestyle to one which includes moderate amounts of physical activity derive the most health benefits from exercise.
It's important to start out slowly if you have been inactive for a long period of time. The speed and length of your walk should match your level of fitness. It may be necessary for you to start with just 10 or 15 minutes and increase your walking as you feel able.
A good way to measure weather you are working too hard is if you are unable to carry on a conversation-- if you can't talk-- slow down your walk! A healthy, injury-free walk is one in which you can easily continue talking while you walk.
Back and neck stretchStretching the back, neck and abdominal muscles before exercise can prevent sprained backs and necks.
Foot stretching
Foot pain can be prevented by gently stretching the Achilles tendon. Pull your foot backward and hold for 10 seconds, repeat 10 times. Properly fitted and appropriate foot ware is also important in preventing foot injury.
Stretching muscles
Gently stretch all major muscles prior to a workout to prevent muscle strains and pulls. Strengthen the muscles on the front of your thighs by contracting and relaxing the muscle with your knee straight. Contract to the count of ten and relax- repeat 10 times on each leg.
Studies have shown that regular exercise significantly increases life expectancy and improves overall health. Regular physical activity reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis. It can reduce or improve symptoms of menopause, PMS, diabetes, as well as numerous other conditions. An improved self-image and increased energy level are frequent added benefits of exercise.
Regular exercise is also helpful in the prevention of one of the most common reasons for doctors office visits-- lower back pain. Special exercises for those with back pain are many times beneficial in reducing and/or eliminating lower back pain.
However, safe and injury-free workouts require certain precautions be taken before beginning a new exercise program including seeing your physician first, and for women fifty and over having an exercise stress test to check for any underlying heart problems.
Taking it slow and easy...Walking offers the easiest, least expensive way to work out for most people. Research shows that people who go from a sedentary lifestyle to one which includes moderate amounts of physical activity derive the most health benefits from exercise.
It's important to start out slowly if you have been inactive for a long period of time. The speed and length of your walk should match your level of fitness. It may be necessary for you to start with just 10 or 15 minutes and increase your walking as you feel able.
A good way to measure weather you are working too hard is if you are unable to carry on a conversation-- if you can't talk-- slow down your walk! A healthy, injury-free walk is one in which you can easily continue talking while you walk.
Back and neck stretchStretching the back, neck and abdominal muscles before exercise can prevent sprained backs and necks.
Foot stretching
Foot pain can be prevented by gently stretching the Achilles tendon. Pull your foot backward and hold for 10 seconds, repeat 10 times. Properly fitted and appropriate foot ware is also important in preventing foot injury.
Stretching muscles
Gently stretch all major muscles prior to a workout to prevent muscle strains and pulls. Strengthen the muscles on the front of your thighs by contracting and relaxing the muscle with your knee straight. Contract to the count of ten and relax- repeat 10 times on each leg.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Plyometrics: Jump on It!
Here's some news to make you kick up your heels: A smokin' hot bod may be just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Some of the best workouts for women incorporate superfast explosive movements to fire up your fitness level by improving your coordination and agility. And one University of Nebraska study found that participants who improved their vertical jump also logged significantly faster 10-K running times. Even better: All that bounding and leaping builds lean muscle mass, your express ticket to a sleeker shape.
In trainer-speak, these moves are called plyometrics, and they're one of the most effective ways to torch calories and burn serious fat. "Plyometric exercises—whether they're jumps or quick upper-body movements—increase the elastic properties of your muscles, which over time allows them to handle intense workloads more efficiently," says Diane Vives, owner of Fit4Austin and president of Vives Training Systems in Austin, Texas. The result: Your muscles adapt to more challenging fitness workouts faster, so you see body-shaping results sooner.
A TIP FROM BODYNRICHED FITNESS!!
In trainer-speak, these moves are called plyometrics, and they're one of the most effective ways to torch calories and burn serious fat. "Plyometric exercises—whether they're jumps or quick upper-body movements—increase the elastic properties of your muscles, which over time allows them to handle intense workloads more efficiently," says Diane Vives, owner of Fit4Austin and president of Vives Training Systems in Austin, Texas. The result: Your muscles adapt to more challenging fitness workouts faster, so you see body-shaping results sooner.
A TIP FROM BODYNRICHED FITNESS!!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
How Water Can Affect Body Fat Readings
When you step on the scale you are getting an accurate weigh in of your total person. Unfortunately this basic number doesn’t give you much insight into your actual measurement of health. Getting accurate body fat readings can reveal to you the percentage of fat that your body is comprised of, letting you know if your weight is indeed a healthy weight for you. Understanding how to interpret how water affects you body fat reading is an important step in getting a full picture of your well-being.
You body composition represents your physiological make-up in a ratio of your lean body mass to your fat body mass. Regardless of what the scale says if your fat body mass is too far in disproportion to you lean body mass you are in line for some serious health issues. Having too much fat can that heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes and other serious illness may be looming on the horizon.
Often by simply analyzing your weight you are subject to missing some of the implications that might be present in the larger view. Many people who believe themselves to be in good health are in fact not. Even if your weight is low or your dress size small you could potentially have an unknown, high fat body mass which makes you subject to having larger health issues. On the other side of this, there is the potential for some people to consider themselves overweight, when they may in fact see a large number on the scale while still remaining very lean and quite healthy. In short, the measurement of your weight isn’t everything.
Your body fat is pretty water dense. It is comprised of about 10% water. This means that your changing level of hydration can have a significant effect on the body fat reading that you get.
This is especially significant after completing a vigorous workout routine. If you measure your fat body mass after sweating profusely you will inevitably have a lower percentage of body fat. Your fat is typically going to be the same as it was before your workout, your body is just less some valuable water.
Having body fat reading performed will give you the best insight into your present state of health. Being in the know about how water can affect the results of these reading can give you a clear understanding of why this method of assessment works, and when to have it performed so that it can be most accurate. Knowing the composition of your body can help you structure your workout and diets according to your actual health needs
You body composition represents your physiological make-up in a ratio of your lean body mass to your fat body mass. Regardless of what the scale says if your fat body mass is too far in disproportion to you lean body mass you are in line for some serious health issues. Having too much fat can that heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes and other serious illness may be looming on the horizon.
Often by simply analyzing your weight you are subject to missing some of the implications that might be present in the larger view. Many people who believe themselves to be in good health are in fact not. Even if your weight is low or your dress size small you could potentially have an unknown, high fat body mass which makes you subject to having larger health issues. On the other side of this, there is the potential for some people to consider themselves overweight, when they may in fact see a large number on the scale while still remaining very lean and quite healthy. In short, the measurement of your weight isn’t everything.
Your body fat is pretty water dense. It is comprised of about 10% water. This means that your changing level of hydration can have a significant effect on the body fat reading that you get.
This is especially significant after completing a vigorous workout routine. If you measure your fat body mass after sweating profusely you will inevitably have a lower percentage of body fat. Your fat is typically going to be the same as it was before your workout, your body is just less some valuable water.
Having body fat reading performed will give you the best insight into your present state of health. Being in the know about how water can affect the results of these reading can give you a clear understanding of why this method of assessment works, and when to have it performed so that it can be most accurate. Knowing the composition of your body can help you structure your workout and diets according to your actual health needs
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
THE MOTIVATING FACTOR
It is absolutely crucial that you find the right motivating factor as you embark on your weight loss journey. Without the right motivation you will get sidetracked and quit. It’s that simple. You may be able to survive on you initial burst of enthusiasm for a few weeks, but if you are like most yo-yo dieters you will be falling off the wagon eventually.
That’s where having that motivating factor comes into play. That factor is so powerful that it forces you to power through your weakest of moments. Like when you are thinking of eating just one cookie.. which almost always turns into 3, then 5, then the whole pack. Or when you say to yourself I’ll take today off and start again on Monday… but Monday becomes Tuesday and Tuesday becomes next week and next week becomes next month. Oh, and the drive-thru for dinner temptations. Don’t even get me started on that. Those are the moments when you need to dig deep. When you look at the situation and say to yourself, “No! That’s it. I will get through this!”
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I can’t even keep track of how many times I’ve given in to the temptations and have been weak. It sucks! Why? Because I’ve lost control. Losing control is not a good feeling, especially when you are on such a tough journey. Losing weight is very challenging. Weight loss is simple. Yet really difficult. To lose weight you need to eat less calories and exercise. Pretty simple concept. Sticking to it is the hard part. That’s why you need the motivation to get you through it.
So what’s your motivation? Mine? Well.. I have several. I am battling the potential of self inducing diabetes. I want to win this battle. I want to be around for my daughter and be a positive role model. I want to be able to say that I finally gained control of myself. I want to prove to myself that I am strong enough to accomplish this ( I know I am but the proof is in the weight loss). I want to prove the haters wrong. And then I have tons of tiny little motivating factors that are keeping me going. Some are more special than others, but all of them help.,
SO, I REPEAT, WHAT'S YOUR MOTIVATING FACTOR?
That’s where having that motivating factor comes into play. That factor is so powerful that it forces you to power through your weakest of moments. Like when you are thinking of eating just one cookie.. which almost always turns into 3, then 5, then the whole pack. Or when you say to yourself I’ll take today off and start again on Monday… but Monday becomes Tuesday and Tuesday becomes next week and next week becomes next month. Oh, and the drive-thru for dinner temptations. Don’t even get me started on that. Those are the moments when you need to dig deep. When you look at the situation and say to yourself, “No! That’s it. I will get through this!”
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I can’t even keep track of how many times I’ve given in to the temptations and have been weak. It sucks! Why? Because I’ve lost control. Losing control is not a good feeling, especially when you are on such a tough journey. Losing weight is very challenging. Weight loss is simple. Yet really difficult. To lose weight you need to eat less calories and exercise. Pretty simple concept. Sticking to it is the hard part. That’s why you need the motivation to get you through it.
So what’s your motivation? Mine? Well.. I have several. I am battling the potential of self inducing diabetes. I want to win this battle. I want to be around for my daughter and be a positive role model. I want to be able to say that I finally gained control of myself. I want to prove to myself that I am strong enough to accomplish this ( I know I am but the proof is in the weight loss). I want to prove the haters wrong. And then I have tons of tiny little motivating factors that are keeping me going. Some are more special than others, but all of them help.,
SO, I REPEAT, WHAT'S YOUR MOTIVATING FACTOR?
Monday, June 7, 2010
THE POWER OF GOJI!!
Everywhere I look goji berries are gaining popularity. They're appearing in drinks, snack foods, baked goods and other recipes in replacement of raisins or dried cranberries. I eat them alone as a snack. The consistency and taste is like dried tomatoes, or raisins with a lemon twist, a touch of sweetness and an herbal type scent.
The goji berry is truly in a league of its own. They contain 18 amino acids, 21 minerals, glyconutrients for cell communication and more beta-carotene than any other food on earth. A polysaccharide found in goji was discovered to be a powerful secretagogue, which is a substance that stimulates the secretion of human growth hormone by the pituitary making them a true anti-aging gift from Mother Nature.
These berries also have more vitamin C than any other food on earth, second only to Camu berry. They are higher in antioxidants than any other known food. Antioxidants help you maintain healthy vision and reduce your risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Goji Berry FAQ
Nutritional Facts:
Serving Size: 30g (approximately 1/3 cup)
Calories: 110
Calories From Fat: 0
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0%
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 115mg
Carbohydrate: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 16g
Protein: 4g
Vitamin A: 2%
Vitamin C: 8%
Calcium: 0%
Iron: 25% Orac - Antioxidant Levels:
The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) scale is a test used by the US Department of Agriculture to measure the 'Total Antioxidant Potency' of foods and nutritional supplements. It provides a precise means of determining the power of specific foods, supplements and compounds to destroy, or neutralize free radicals in the body.
Free Radicals:
Radicals (often referred to as free radicals) are atoms, molecules, or ions with unpaired electrons on an open shell configuration. The unpaired electrons cause them to be highly chemically reactive. Radicals play an important role in combustion, atmospheric chemistry, polymerization, plasma chemistry, biochemistry, and many other chemical processes, including human physiology.
Here is a comparison of levels for some common foods. Look at the huge differences! These berries simply blow away the rest.
Eggplant: 390 Corn: 400 Onion: 450 Grapefruit: 483 Kiwi: 602 Cherries: 670 Red Bell Pepper: 710 Red Grapes: 739 Oranges: 750 Beets: 840 Broccoli: 890 Alfalfa Sprouts: 930 Plums: 949 Brussel Sprouts: 980 Raspberries: 1220 Spinach: 1260 Strawberries: 1540 Kale: 1770 Blackberries: 2036 Blueberries: 2400 Raisins: 2830 Prunes: 5770 Goji Berries: 25,300
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The goji berry is truly in a league of its own. They contain 18 amino acids, 21 minerals, glyconutrients for cell communication and more beta-carotene than any other food on earth. A polysaccharide found in goji was discovered to be a powerful secretagogue, which is a substance that stimulates the secretion of human growth hormone by the pituitary making them a true anti-aging gift from Mother Nature.
These berries also have more vitamin C than any other food on earth, second only to Camu berry. They are higher in antioxidants than any other known food. Antioxidants help you maintain healthy vision and reduce your risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Goji Berry FAQ
Nutritional Facts:
Serving Size: 30g (approximately 1/3 cup)
Calories: 110
Calories From Fat: 0
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0%
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 115mg
Carbohydrate: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 16g
Protein: 4g
Vitamin A: 2%
Vitamin C: 8%
Calcium: 0%
Iron: 25% Orac - Antioxidant Levels:
The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) scale is a test used by the US Department of Agriculture to measure the 'Total Antioxidant Potency' of foods and nutritional supplements. It provides a precise means of determining the power of specific foods, supplements and compounds to destroy, or neutralize free radicals in the body.
Free Radicals:
Radicals (often referred to as free radicals) are atoms, molecules, or ions with unpaired electrons on an open shell configuration. The unpaired electrons cause them to be highly chemically reactive. Radicals play an important role in combustion, atmospheric chemistry, polymerization, plasma chemistry, biochemistry, and many other chemical processes, including human physiology.
Here is a comparison of levels for some common foods. Look at the huge differences! These berries simply blow away the rest.
Eggplant: 390 Corn: 400 Onion: 450 Grapefruit: 483 Kiwi: 602 Cherries: 670 Red Bell Pepper: 710 Red Grapes: 739 Oranges: 750 Beets: 840 Broccoli: 890 Alfalfa Sprouts: 930 Plums: 949 Brussel Sprouts: 980 Raspberries: 1220 Spinach: 1260 Strawberries: 1540 Kale: 1770 Blackberries: 2036 Blueberries: 2400 Raisins: 2830 Prunes: 5770 Goji Berries: 25,300
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Friday, May 28, 2010
FOODS THAT FIGHT CELLULITE!!
Preventing the little puckers that emerge on your thighs and butt takes every tool in your arsenal.In addition to sweating your way to a tighter bod, you'll need to make some tiny adjustments to your supermarket list. “Including specific foods that hydrate skin, build collagen and prevent fat storage in your healthy diet may help keep cellulite at bay,” says Christine Gerbstadt, M.D., a spokeswoman in Sarasota, Fla., for the American Dietetic Association. Follow these three food rules for smoother skin and a sleeker you.
DRINK UP!
Anytime the skin is well hydrated, it will look suppler and healthier,” says Lona Sandon, R.D., a spokeswoman in Dallas for the American Dietetic Association. On your tush, thighs and other spots prone to cellulite, a thicker, plumper skin layer will better cover the fat cells underneath. Aim for about 8 1/2 cups of water per day, Sandon suggests. Count the water that’s in your glass, but focus as well on what you put on your plate. Don’t love to chug? Foods that contain large amounts of H2O can help you reach your daily goal. Not only can snacking on these hydrating eats help you look sleek, but you’ll trim down, too! Women who took in more fluid from water-rich foods, such as apples, grapes and cucumber, had a smaller waist and a lower body-mass index than those who took in fluids from beverages, a study in the journal Nutrition reports. Get snacking!
PICK BRIGHT BITES!
Colorful veggies are loaded with vitamin C, which is essential to prevent collagen breakdown, Sandon says. Collagen is the skin’s support structure; strands of the tissue running through fat attach skin to the underlying muscle layer. When these strands weaken, skin loses elasticity and fat can pop up and bulge against the skin, rendering the bumpy layer underneath even more visible. (Beach bum alert: Excessive sun exposure also contributes to collagen breakdown.) Vitamin C is linked to collagen synthesis, Gerbstadt says. What’s more, research from Arizona State University at Mesa suggests the super vitamin can help you blast up to 30 percent more fat during exercise. Aim for at least 75 milligrams of C daily.
Colorful veggies are loaded with vitamin C, which is essential to prevent collagen breakdown, Sandon says. Collagen is the skin’s support structure; strands of the tissue running through fat attach skin to the underlying muscle layer. When these strands weaken, skin loses elasticity and fat can pop up and bulge against the skin, rendering the bumpy layer underneath even more visible. (Beach bum alert: Excessive sun exposure also contributes to collagen breakdown.) Vitamin C is linked to collagen synthesis, Gerbstadt says. What’s more, research from Arizona State University at Mesa suggests the super vitamin can help you blast up to 30 percent more fat during exercise. Aim for at least 75 milligrams of C daily.
GO FOR THE WHOLES!
Refined grains such as sugary cereal, white bread and white rice are converted into blood sugar (glucose) so quickly that they send your insulin skyrocketing. The postmeal insulin spike signals the body that it should store fat rather than burn it. All this new and excess fat makes cells full, so they’re even more apt than usual to push through connective tissue and look lumpy. Avoid refined carbohydrates and stick to healthy whole grains, such as brown rice, oatmeal and popcorn, which won’t take you on a blood sugar roller coaster. Bonus: They also have more filling fiber—which means no drastic insulin jump and thus less fat packed onto your hips—to help you eat less overall. Get at least half of your six daily servings of carbs from whole-grain sources.
Go for wholes.
DRINK UP!
Anytime the skin is well hydrated, it will look suppler and healthier,” says Lona Sandon, R.D., a spokeswoman in Dallas for the American Dietetic Association. On your tush, thighs and other spots prone to cellulite, a thicker, plumper skin layer will better cover the fat cells underneath. Aim for about 8 1/2 cups of water per day, Sandon suggests. Count the water that’s in your glass, but focus as well on what you put on your plate. Don’t love to chug? Foods that contain large amounts of H2O can help you reach your daily goal. Not only can snacking on these hydrating eats help you look sleek, but you’ll trim down, too! Women who took in more fluid from water-rich foods, such as apples, grapes and cucumber, had a smaller waist and a lower body-mass index than those who took in fluids from beverages, a study in the journal Nutrition reports. Get snacking!
PICK BRIGHT BITES!
Colorful veggies are loaded with vitamin C, which is essential to prevent collagen breakdown, Sandon says. Collagen is the skin’s support structure; strands of the tissue running through fat attach skin to the underlying muscle layer. When these strands weaken, skin loses elasticity and fat can pop up and bulge against the skin, rendering the bumpy layer underneath even more visible. (Beach bum alert: Excessive sun exposure also contributes to collagen breakdown.) Vitamin C is linked to collagen synthesis, Gerbstadt says. What’s more, research from Arizona State University at Mesa suggests the super vitamin can help you blast up to 30 percent more fat during exercise. Aim for at least 75 milligrams of C daily.
Colorful veggies are loaded with vitamin C, which is essential to prevent collagen breakdown, Sandon says. Collagen is the skin’s support structure; strands of the tissue running through fat attach skin to the underlying muscle layer. When these strands weaken, skin loses elasticity and fat can pop up and bulge against the skin, rendering the bumpy layer underneath even more visible. (Beach bum alert: Excessive sun exposure also contributes to collagen breakdown.) Vitamin C is linked to collagen synthesis, Gerbstadt says. What’s more, research from Arizona State University at Mesa suggests the super vitamin can help you blast up to 30 percent more fat during exercise. Aim for at least 75 milligrams of C daily.
GO FOR THE WHOLES!
Refined grains such as sugary cereal, white bread and white rice are converted into blood sugar (glucose) so quickly that they send your insulin skyrocketing. The postmeal insulin spike signals the body that it should store fat rather than burn it. All this new and excess fat makes cells full, so they’re even more apt than usual to push through connective tissue and look lumpy. Avoid refined carbohydrates and stick to healthy whole grains, such as brown rice, oatmeal and popcorn, which won’t take you on a blood sugar roller coaster. Bonus: They also have more filling fiber—which means no drastic insulin jump and thus less fat packed onto your hips—to help you eat less overall. Get at least half of your six daily servings of carbs from whole-grain sources.
Go for wholes.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
GOT A STICK SHAPE BODY!!!
The shape: Women with ruler-straight body types, like Cameron Diaz, can wear nearly anything—but they don’t generally have the girl curves to really kick it up in a bikini. Any weight they do carry usually forms a little potbelly, just like the boys get. Straight/boyish builds are similar to athletic types in that they also carve a fairly square silhouette; but unlike their athletic counterparts, boyish builds tend to have a tough time getting muscle tone. The Rx: To add some curves, women with straight builds should focus on tightening their core—especially their deep abdominal muscles which pull in the belly, and the obliques, which cinch in the sides of the waist. Straight/boyish body types should also increase weight training to add lean muscle mass (read: curves) to their butts. Upper- and middle-back exercises will help un-hunch a square-body-type’s shoulders, lessening the frail-looking frame.
The Workout:Monday: For each exercise shown, do 1 set of the prescribed repetitions, rest 30 seconds, then do another set of that same exercise. To amp up your results, follow your strength workout with a round of Smart Cardio Intervals. Wednesday: Perform the moves circuit style: Do the prescribed number of repetitions for each exercise, with no rest between exercises. After you’ve done all of the exercises once, rest two minutes. Perform the entire circuit 3 times, resting two minutes between each circuit. Friday: Perform each set of two exercises back-to-back, with no rest between each exercise. Rest 30 to 60 seconds before repeating the set one more time.
SET 1 Lift-off Lunge [10 to 12 reps per leg], MermaidSET 2 Pushup and Leg Raise [8 to 12 reps], Crossover CrunchSET 3 Squat and Overhead Press, Plyo PlankSET 4 Hundred on the Ball, Stacked Pushup Nothing scorches calories or firms your muscles like fighting gravity. Follow your Friday strength-training sequence with the following Butt-Busting Hill Repeats—which can be done on a treadmill, elliptical trainer, or stationary bike.
P.S STAY TUNED FOR THE NEXT WORKOUT FOR CURVY WOMEN!!
The Workout:Monday: For each exercise shown, do 1 set of the prescribed repetitions, rest 30 seconds, then do another set of that same exercise. To amp up your results, follow your strength workout with a round of Smart Cardio Intervals. Wednesday: Perform the moves circuit style: Do the prescribed number of repetitions for each exercise, with no rest between exercises. After you’ve done all of the exercises once, rest two minutes. Perform the entire circuit 3 times, resting two minutes between each circuit. Friday: Perform each set of two exercises back-to-back, with no rest between each exercise. Rest 30 to 60 seconds before repeating the set one more time.
SET 1 Lift-off Lunge [10 to 12 reps per leg], MermaidSET 2 Pushup and Leg Raise [8 to 12 reps], Crossover CrunchSET 3 Squat and Overhead Press, Plyo PlankSET 4 Hundred on the Ball, Stacked Pushup Nothing scorches calories or firms your muscles like fighting gravity. Follow your Friday strength-training sequence with the following Butt-Busting Hill Repeats—which can be done on a treadmill, elliptical trainer, or stationary bike.
P.S STAY TUNED FOR THE NEXT WORKOUT FOR CURVY WOMEN!!
Monday, May 17, 2010
The Ultimate Mash-Up Of High Intensity Training!
It seems like you're doing all the right things...lifting weights, hitting the treadmill, busting your butt at the latest fitness classes, or even cranking it out at your favorite spinning class. But despite all this hard work, you've hit the dreaded "fitness plateau". Your body looks the same as it did last month, and the month before that. But, what if there was a faster, more effective, fail-proof way for you to achieve an ultra lean, defined physique in less than 30 minutes a day, 4-5 times per week -- how much more toned & lean could you get...and how much time would you save?
If you read just one article about how to break through the fitness plateau and get on the fitness fast-track -- so you can max out your metabolism and get ultra-lean -- all in a fraction of the time, this is it. I dare you to read this entire article and not change the way you workout.
If you...
Are sick and tired of working out long and hard without getting any better results.
Don't have the time or the "know how" to spend hours designing and planning new, cutting edge workout routines.
Are frustrated with the mounds of conflicting fitness information coming from your friends, magazines -- even trainers.
Stress over not having enough time to fit working out into your busy schedule (do you ever find yourself saying, "I'll start tomorrow" or "I'll workout longer next time"?).
Are tired of long boring cardio and being a slave to the calorie counter.
Are tired of doing bodybuilding-style weightlifting routines that leave you feeling "puffy" instead of lean and defined.
you are about to discover the secrets of the plateau-busting workout program that is scientifically proven to crank up your metabolism and melt away that last bit of stubborn fat. Plus, you'll learn how optimizing your workouts helps maintain your lean muscle -- so you can burn more calories even after your workout is over.
In the next few minutes, I'll tell you why your current workouts aren’t cutting it. More importantly, I'll tell you what you MUST incorporate into your training program so you can start getting results right away. You'll learn how to put fat-burning on auto-pilot AND you'll discover how to cut your workout time by at least half.
Here are just a few little known fitness facts I'll reveal in this article:
The one key element that's causing 99% of people to miss the mark -- the science behind it and why it's guaranteed to melt off that last bit of fat and get you super lean -- in less time than you could have ever imagined.
The ONLY type of exercises that are scientifically proven to skyrocket your metabolism and tone your entire body -- so you can quit wasting time on useless, non-effective exercises and fancy machines.
How long it takes your body to adapt to the same workout routines, bringing your progression to a screeching halt -- you will be shocked.
Why long, moderate paced cardio makes you soft, flabby, and injury prone -- I'll explain how to do cardio the right way, getting you all the benefits in half the time.
How I've taken high-intensity interval training, circuit training, strength training, and the latest scientific research and created the fastest, most effective, no B.S. training program available today -- find out why my cutting edge methods aren't your typical run-of-the-mill workouts and how this program has made me the "trainer's trainer" and the go-to source for fitness enthusiasts across the globe.
BODY N RICHED...NOT CHOICE BUT A LIFESTYLE!!
If you read just one article about how to break through the fitness plateau and get on the fitness fast-track -- so you can max out your metabolism and get ultra-lean -- all in a fraction of the time, this is it. I dare you to read this entire article and not change the way you workout.
If you...
Are sick and tired of working out long and hard without getting any better results.
Don't have the time or the "know how" to spend hours designing and planning new, cutting edge workout routines.
Are frustrated with the mounds of conflicting fitness information coming from your friends, magazines -- even trainers.
Stress over not having enough time to fit working out into your busy schedule (do you ever find yourself saying, "I'll start tomorrow" or "I'll workout longer next time"?).
Are tired of long boring cardio and being a slave to the calorie counter.
Are tired of doing bodybuilding-style weightlifting routines that leave you feeling "puffy" instead of lean and defined.
you are about to discover the secrets of the plateau-busting workout program that is scientifically proven to crank up your metabolism and melt away that last bit of stubborn fat. Plus, you'll learn how optimizing your workouts helps maintain your lean muscle -- so you can burn more calories even after your workout is over.
In the next few minutes, I'll tell you why your current workouts aren’t cutting it. More importantly, I'll tell you what you MUST incorporate into your training program so you can start getting results right away. You'll learn how to put fat-burning on auto-pilot AND you'll discover how to cut your workout time by at least half.
Here are just a few little known fitness facts I'll reveal in this article:
The one key element that's causing 99% of people to miss the mark -- the science behind it and why it's guaranteed to melt off that last bit of fat and get you super lean -- in less time than you could have ever imagined.
The ONLY type of exercises that are scientifically proven to skyrocket your metabolism and tone your entire body -- so you can quit wasting time on useless, non-effective exercises and fancy machines.
How long it takes your body to adapt to the same workout routines, bringing your progression to a screeching halt -- you will be shocked.
Why long, moderate paced cardio makes you soft, flabby, and injury prone -- I'll explain how to do cardio the right way, getting you all the benefits in half the time.
How I've taken high-intensity interval training, circuit training, strength training, and the latest scientific research and created the fastest, most effective, no B.S. training program available today -- find out why my cutting edge methods aren't your typical run-of-the-mill workouts and how this program has made me the "trainer's trainer" and the go-to source for fitness enthusiasts across the globe.
BODY N RICHED...NOT CHOICE BUT A LIFESTYLE!!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
VEGA SPORT NATURAL PLANT BASED!!
I don't endorse products or protein powders unless my body mind and spirit truly believe in the products which gets me the results!!
Vega Sport Performance Protein is the newest addition to the Vega Sport line. With Vega Sport Optimizer giving you energy for your workout, Performance Protein was designed to help athletes to strengthen, tone, repair and regenerate your body for improved health and performance.
Why Performance Protein?
· 85% raw for optimal digestibility – first five ingredients including sprouted brown rice, green pea, hemp, alfalfa, and spirulina are all processed under 119 F. No other product even remotely close to being as raw!
· 75% organic – only protein drink with this level of organic ingredients
· Complete, balanced protein – broad spectrum and balanced amino acid profile
· 5,000mg of BCAAs – BCAAs are essential as they are metabolized in muscle rather than liver for fastest utilization
· Great value – $2.33 per serving
What goes into Performance Protein?
· Organic, sprouted whole grain brown rice protein – Raw and sprouted for exceptional digestibility, our unique brown rice protein includes the bran, germ and endosperm of the whole rice grain. Organically grown and produced via a proprietary, low temperature enzymatic biofermentation process, our rice protein is made without any chemicals, acids or solvents.
· Organic green pea protein – Pea is one of the best plant-based sources of protein for human consumption due to its rich amino acid profile and bioavailability. Particularly high in pea protein is lysine, an essential amino acid that helps convert fatty acids into energy, reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol, enhances calcium absorption and promotes collagen formation. Our green pea protein is chlorophyll rich, alkaline-forming, highly-digestible and organically-grown and processed.
· Hemp protein – Raw, alkaline-forming and complete, hemp protein contains all the amino acids, including all eight essential amino acids. Because it is comprised of primarily edestin and albumin, two of the most common types of proteins found in the human body, hemp protein is very easy to digest and assimilate. Clean and green, hemp protein is also a quality source of arginine, histidine, branch-chained amino acids and omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids.
· Organic alfalfa juice protein – Our alfalfa juice protein comes from young alfalfa plants, harvested at their peak and gently processed to maintain optimal nutritional properties. A raw, alkaline-forming and easily digestible source of complete protein, alfalfa juice protein is rich in chlorophyll and xanthophyll and provides all the essential and non essential amino acids plus 21 vitamins and minerals including beta carotene, vitamin E, B vitamins, calcium, magnesium and zinc.
· Spirulina – Exceptionally nutrient-dense, spirulina is a freshwater blue green algae that contains over 60% protein, among the highest of any food. Grown without pesticides or herbicides, spirulina yields 20 times more protein per acre than soybeans and 200 times more than beef. Raw, alkaline-forming and sporting a rich array of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, spirulina protects from oxidant stress, supports the immune system and reduces inflammation.
· Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) – Among the most vital for enhanced athletic performance are the essential branch chain amino acids leucine, isoleucine and valine as they cannot be made by the body and must be acquired through food. BCAAs are also metabolized in muscle tissue, rather than in the liver for faster utilization and they are proven to increase strength, endurance and muscle synthesis, enhance recovery, reduce muscle soreness and inflammation and improve energy and mood.
· Glutamine – Proven to support and enhance recovery after training, glutamine is the most abundant amino acid found in the body. Because your body will digest its own muscle to get glutamine, supplementing with this amino acid during times of heavy training or dieting is key to preventing muscle catabolism. Used in conjunction with proper training, glutamine can produce exceptional results in strength, muscle growth, and accelerated fat loss.
· Digestive Enzymes – Our unique digestive enzyme blend was specially formulated to enhance the digestibility, absorption and overall nutrition. We included plant- and bacterial-based proteolytic enzymes, aminopeptidase and hemicellulase to help eliminate any side effects like gas, bloating and discomfort. It also helps reduce inflammation, speed up recovery after exercise, and maintain strength during workouts.
Vega Sport Performance Protein is the newest addition to the Vega Sport line. With Vega Sport Optimizer giving you energy for your workout, Performance Protein was designed to help athletes to strengthen, tone, repair and regenerate your body for improved health and performance.
Why Performance Protein?
· 85% raw for optimal digestibility – first five ingredients including sprouted brown rice, green pea, hemp, alfalfa, and spirulina are all processed under 119 F. No other product even remotely close to being as raw!
· 75% organic – only protein drink with this level of organic ingredients
· Complete, balanced protein – broad spectrum and balanced amino acid profile
· 5,000mg of BCAAs – BCAAs are essential as they are metabolized in muscle rather than liver for fastest utilization
· Great value – $2.33 per serving
What goes into Performance Protein?
· Organic, sprouted whole grain brown rice protein – Raw and sprouted for exceptional digestibility, our unique brown rice protein includes the bran, germ and endosperm of the whole rice grain. Organically grown and produced via a proprietary, low temperature enzymatic biofermentation process, our rice protein is made without any chemicals, acids or solvents.
· Organic green pea protein – Pea is one of the best plant-based sources of protein for human consumption due to its rich amino acid profile and bioavailability. Particularly high in pea protein is lysine, an essential amino acid that helps convert fatty acids into energy, reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol, enhances calcium absorption and promotes collagen formation. Our green pea protein is chlorophyll rich, alkaline-forming, highly-digestible and organically-grown and processed.
· Hemp protein – Raw, alkaline-forming and complete, hemp protein contains all the amino acids, including all eight essential amino acids. Because it is comprised of primarily edestin and albumin, two of the most common types of proteins found in the human body, hemp protein is very easy to digest and assimilate. Clean and green, hemp protein is also a quality source of arginine, histidine, branch-chained amino acids and omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids.
· Organic alfalfa juice protein – Our alfalfa juice protein comes from young alfalfa plants, harvested at their peak and gently processed to maintain optimal nutritional properties. A raw, alkaline-forming and easily digestible source of complete protein, alfalfa juice protein is rich in chlorophyll and xanthophyll and provides all the essential and non essential amino acids plus 21 vitamins and minerals including beta carotene, vitamin E, B vitamins, calcium, magnesium and zinc.
· Spirulina – Exceptionally nutrient-dense, spirulina is a freshwater blue green algae that contains over 60% protein, among the highest of any food. Grown without pesticides or herbicides, spirulina yields 20 times more protein per acre than soybeans and 200 times more than beef. Raw, alkaline-forming and sporting a rich array of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, spirulina protects from oxidant stress, supports the immune system and reduces inflammation.
· Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) – Among the most vital for enhanced athletic performance are the essential branch chain amino acids leucine, isoleucine and valine as they cannot be made by the body and must be acquired through food. BCAAs are also metabolized in muscle tissue, rather than in the liver for faster utilization and they are proven to increase strength, endurance and muscle synthesis, enhance recovery, reduce muscle soreness and inflammation and improve energy and mood.
· Glutamine – Proven to support and enhance recovery after training, glutamine is the most abundant amino acid found in the body. Because your body will digest its own muscle to get glutamine, supplementing with this amino acid during times of heavy training or dieting is key to preventing muscle catabolism. Used in conjunction with proper training, glutamine can produce exceptional results in strength, muscle growth, and accelerated fat loss.
· Digestive Enzymes – Our unique digestive enzyme blend was specially formulated to enhance the digestibility, absorption and overall nutrition. We included plant- and bacterial-based proteolytic enzymes, aminopeptidase and hemicellulase to help eliminate any side effects like gas, bloating and discomfort. It also helps reduce inflammation, speed up recovery after exercise, and maintain strength during workouts.
Monday, May 3, 2010
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT FOOD LABELS!!
If you've ever tried reading a food label, chances are it's tough to get through all of the different amounts, crazy names and percentages. However, there is an easy way to read those labels to get exactly the information that you need to know in a lot less time. By targeting those labels you'll know right off the bat if it's something that will be beneficial for your diet, or might sabotage it.
The calorie count is probably the first thing that you should look at, since it is the most important. You'll need to keep track of how many calories you're eating every day to stay under your required amount. If the calories are too high, see if there is something you can replace that will keep you under your limit. Just remember to write everything down so that you can keep track.
The second most important piece of information on the label is the amount of fat contained in it. Most Americans eat more than 60 grams of fat a day, and that is usually considerd much. While on a diet, it's a good idea to keep your fat grams to around 30 per day. Log this information and if the fat content seems too high, find an alternative.
Next up is sodium, and this is an area that many people don't pay enough attention to. The average requirement for daily sodium intake is around 2400 mg. Unfortunately, most people eat way more than that. Always look at the sodium content to make sure that you're staying under your required amount. The foods to look out for in this area are ramen noodles, canned soups and vegetables as well as prepackaged lunch meat. Too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure as well as water retention.
You'll also want to look at the amount of carbs in a serving. Once again, most of eat far too many carbs. Think of carbs as sugar - one teaspoon of sugar usually equals about 4 carbs. That means one can of soda can have more than 8 teaspoons of sugar in it. If that seems like a lot (it is) this will give you a better appreciation of how much sugar you are really eating.
The last thing to look at on a label are the ingredients. One common ingredient contained in canned foods is monosodium glutamate. Many people believe that this is responsible for excess weight gain and if you are sensitive to it, you can end up with a migraine headache. While the studies are still out about the harm that monosodium glutamate or MSG as it is commonly known, it is best to avoid it. Yeast extract and autolyzed yeast also contain MSG, so watch out for those names as well.
Reading labels doesn't have to be hard. With this system, you can tell with a simple glimpse whether or not you should be eating that food. With practice, you'll be zipping along.
The calorie count is probably the first thing that you should look at, since it is the most important. You'll need to keep track of how many calories you're eating every day to stay under your required amount. If the calories are too high, see if there is something you can replace that will keep you under your limit. Just remember to write everything down so that you can keep track.
The second most important piece of information on the label is the amount of fat contained in it. Most Americans eat more than 60 grams of fat a day, and that is usually considerd much. While on a diet, it's a good idea to keep your fat grams to around 30 per day. Log this information and if the fat content seems too high, find an alternative.
Next up is sodium, and this is an area that many people don't pay enough attention to. The average requirement for daily sodium intake is around 2400 mg. Unfortunately, most people eat way more than that. Always look at the sodium content to make sure that you're staying under your required amount. The foods to look out for in this area are ramen noodles, canned soups and vegetables as well as prepackaged lunch meat. Too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure as well as water retention.
You'll also want to look at the amount of carbs in a serving. Once again, most of eat far too many carbs. Think of carbs as sugar - one teaspoon of sugar usually equals about 4 carbs. That means one can of soda can have more than 8 teaspoons of sugar in it. If that seems like a lot (it is) this will give you a better appreciation of how much sugar you are really eating.
The last thing to look at on a label are the ingredients. One common ingredient contained in canned foods is monosodium glutamate. Many people believe that this is responsible for excess weight gain and if you are sensitive to it, you can end up with a migraine headache. While the studies are still out about the harm that monosodium glutamate or MSG as it is commonly known, it is best to avoid it. Yeast extract and autolyzed yeast also contain MSG, so watch out for those names as well.
Reading labels doesn't have to be hard. With this system, you can tell with a simple glimpse whether or not you should be eating that food. With practice, you'll be zipping along.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
H.I.I.T Let's get the Cycle in the right direction
HIIT Training: 30 second Interval Workout
The 30 Second workout is the ideal place to start with Interval training.
Most beginner workouts start with 30 seconds workouts, If you are beginner please make sure that you stretch, warm up and warm down properly for every workout.
If you are aiming at training above your lactate threshold you need to go fast enough to feel that the last few seconds feel almost impossible to keep running. Everything in your body should be burning. If you are fit and are not getting to this point in the sprint intervals, don’t save yourself for later, give it all up front, go harder and then try and survive through the rest of the workout.
Start this with 6 intervals and gradually migrate to 12. Rest periods also come down from 90 seconds to 30 seconds. Remember to warm up and cool down properly
BODY N RICHED FITNESS
The 30 Second workout is the ideal place to start with Interval training.
Most beginner workouts start with 30 seconds workouts, If you are beginner please make sure that you stretch, warm up and warm down properly for every workout.
If you are aiming at training above your lactate threshold you need to go fast enough to feel that the last few seconds feel almost impossible to keep running. Everything in your body should be burning. If you are fit and are not getting to this point in the sprint intervals, don’t save yourself for later, give it all up front, go harder and then try and survive through the rest of the workout.
Start this with 6 intervals and gradually migrate to 12. Rest periods also come down from 90 seconds to 30 seconds. Remember to warm up and cool down properly
BODY N RICHED FITNESS
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Thoughts on Training....What are yours!!
Very true... My first trainer told me that you should never stop learning. There is always something that you don't know. There is no shame in admitting it. Unfortunately, some people don't realize this obvious fact.
P.S FEEL FREE TO COMMENT ON YOUR VIEWS!!
P.S FEEL FREE TO COMMENT ON YOUR VIEWS!!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
LOSE WEIGHT BY JOGGING!!
Many people start running because they want to lose weight. Because running is one of the hardest cardiovascular exercises you can do, for most people is a very good way to burn calories and start lose weight.
Healthy Food
Must remember that a healthy nutrition should be part of your diet, that you will not succeed unless you burn more calories than you are eating.
For example, to lose 500 g must burn approximately 3500 calories … so would not be sorry to think and to reduce caloric intake slightly.
Those who run, often begin to eat more and load with too many calories, reaching even to fatten even if do sports. If you think that you could fall in this trap, then what would you say to keep a diary of meals? The best thing that you can do is watch the quantity you eat, when and where.
Do regular jogging
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Exercises For Leg Strengthening Work The Muscles That Allow You To Stand, Walk And Run
Benefits of Exercises for Leg Strengthening
These workouts strengthen the largest muscles in your body. They enable you to stand, walk and run. They also support your body weight. As you age, you will continue to be able to walk, climb stairs and curbs with ease and confidence. You will also be able to maintain your balance and posture.
These workouts will also improve your physical appearance, and are an excellent addition to any fitness routine.
The Wall Squats and Hamstring workouts have really helped my knees. When I first started to take physical fitness seriously, I experienced some knee pain. I didn't know it at the time, but weak quadriceps and hamstrings can lead to knee pain when physically stressed.
After doing Wall Squats for several weeks, I noticed that my knee pain disappeared. I now workout without fear and increased confidence, and feel much stronger in my lower limbs.
BODY N RICHED FITNESS
Friday, March 12, 2010
SPANISH PAELLA
The subtle saffron flavor and delicate blend of seasonings in this dish create a classic Spanish meal.
1/4 cup olive oil1 package sweet Italian “sausage,” sliced into 1/2-inch pieces (try Tofurky brand)
2 carrots, sliced into 1-inch rounds
2 onions, peeled and quartered
1 celery stalk, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups oyster mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
2 cups vegetable stock
2 Tbsp. chopped pimento
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/4 tsp. ground oregano
1/4 tsp. ground saffron
2/3 cup long-grain rice
1 can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
6 oz. can hearts of palm, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
In a large pot, heat the olive oil. Add the “sausage” and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until browned.
• Add the carrots, onions, celery, oyster mushrooms, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes. Add the vegetable stock, pimento, salt, oregano, saffron, and rice. Simmer for 30 minutes.
• Add the artichoke hearts and the hearts of palm. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
Makes 6 servings
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
BIOLOGICAL AGE FIX
Biological age fix refers to the time that has passed since the most recent round of cellular regeneration has taken place. It can be reduced by speeding the regeneration process of the body. Complementary stress such as exercise and high-quality food reduce biological age, while uncomplementary stress and refined foods increase it.
P.S The reason the blog is short today, its something to really consider in this day and age, be careful of what foods we are eating and be more concern of our longevity in life.
Body n Rich is not a choice but a lifestyle!!
P.S The reason the blog is short today, its something to really consider in this day and age, be careful of what foods we are eating and be more concern of our longevity in life.
Body n Rich is not a choice but a lifestyle!!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
What's Wrong With Milk and Eggs?
No species naturally drinks milk
beyond the age of weaning, and
no species would naturally drink
the milk of a different species.
For humans, drinking cow’s
milk has been linked to heart
disease, some types of cancer,
diabetes, and even osteoporosis,
the very disease that the dairy
industry claims its products are
supposed to prevent! The high
animal-protein content of milk actually
causes
calcium
to be
leached
from the body.
According
to a Harvard Medical School
analysis of the evidence, milk does
not protect against osteoporosis.
One egg contains a staggering 220
milligrams of cholesterol, which
clogs your arteries and leads to
heart disease.
beyond the age of weaning, and
no species would naturally drink
the milk of a different species.
For humans, drinking cow’s
milk has been linked to heart
disease, some types of cancer,
diabetes, and even osteoporosis,
the very disease that the dairy
industry claims its products are
supposed to prevent! The high
animal-protein content of milk actually
causes
calcium
to be
leached
from the body.
According
to a Harvard Medical School
analysis of the evidence, milk does
not protect against osteoporosis.
One egg contains a staggering 220
milligrams of cholesterol, which
clogs your arteries and leads to
heart disease.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
REDESIGNING YOUR BODY- FROM INSIDE OUT
The Ultimate goal for some people is to lose weight... not so easy for some people, let Bodynriched shed some light. Your muscles will become more biochemically fit to burn off excess fat and carry you faster, higher, and farther in your chosen sport or exercise. The result will show-inside and out:
Inside: Your blood is the mirror of your body. That's why I recommend that everyone have a simple and inexpensive blood chemistry profile test when they begin my Ultimate Ratio. After just one month, a follow-up test will reveal some very favorable change in your cholesterol, triglycerides (blood fats) and glucose levels. The values can reveal many things about the state of your health and your biologic age. For example, healthy children generally have cholesterol values between 120 and 140 and fasting blood glucose and triglyceride values under 80. Within four to eight weeks after you begin my Ratio weight loss, you will notice that your blood chemistry numbers begin to approach those of a child's In essence, you have begun the process of deaging your blood. That translates into better health and improved fitness potential.
Outside: Shortly after you begin the Ultimate Ratio loss, you will acquire the energy ,stamina and endurance to play and train harder and faster, Your shin will begin to look healthier and more youthful; your excess body fat will melt away to reveal newly toned muscle. Your freshly sculpted body will show the unmistakable hallmarks of someone who eats according to the Ultimate Ratio plan.
Inside: Your blood is the mirror of your body. That's why I recommend that everyone have a simple and inexpensive blood chemistry profile test when they begin my Ultimate Ratio. After just one month, a follow-up test will reveal some very favorable change in your cholesterol, triglycerides (blood fats) and glucose levels. The values can reveal many things about the state of your health and your biologic age. For example, healthy children generally have cholesterol values between 120 and 140 and fasting blood glucose and triglyceride values under 80. Within four to eight weeks after you begin my Ratio weight loss, you will notice that your blood chemistry numbers begin to approach those of a child's In essence, you have begun the process of deaging your blood. That translates into better health and improved fitness potential.
Outside: Shortly after you begin the Ultimate Ratio loss, you will acquire the energy ,stamina and endurance to play and train harder and faster, Your shin will begin to look healthier and more youthful; your excess body fat will melt away to reveal newly toned muscle. Your freshly sculpted body will show the unmistakable hallmarks of someone who eats according to the Ultimate Ratio plan.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
The Key to Success
Stress reduction through plant-based whole foods: (based on Brendan's national bestseller, The Thrive Diet, )North Americans are chronically over stressed and as a result are experiencing poor-quality sleep, general fatigue, and are developing sickness and disease in record numbers. While it is common prac...tice to merely treat the symptoms, lean how to address the underlining cause and significantly reduce overall stress, without a loss in productivity.While it is common practice to merely treat the symptoms, lean how to address the underlining cause and significantly reduce overall stress, without a loss in productivity.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Sweet Pepper Hemp Pesto
The blog for today is about prepping food ( fuel ) for the body:
This is a great burger topping. Full of flavor and nutrition, this pesto can also be used as a pizza sauce or even as a dip for crackers and vegetables.
2 cloves garlic
2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded
1/2 cup fresh basil
3 tbsp Nutritional Yeast and Sesame Seed Topping
2 tbsp hemp seeds
2 tbsp hemp oil
Sea salt to taste
P.s In a food processor, process all ingredients together until smooth
This will go well with my Dinosaur Kale Quinoa Wrap
1 avocado
2 roma tomatoes
1 cucumber
1 large carrot
2 strips dulse
1 cup soaked or cooked quinoa
1 leaf dinosaur kale
2 tbsp salad dressing
This is a great burger topping. Full of flavor and nutrition, this pesto can also be used as a pizza sauce or even as a dip for crackers and vegetables.
2 cloves garlic
2 red bell peppers, cored and seeded
1/2 cup fresh basil
3 tbsp Nutritional Yeast and Sesame Seed Topping
2 tbsp hemp seeds
2 tbsp hemp oil
Sea salt to taste
P.s In a food processor, process all ingredients together until smooth
This will go well with my Dinosaur Kale Quinoa Wrap
1 avocado
2 roma tomatoes
1 cucumber
1 large carrot
2 strips dulse
1 cup soaked or cooked quinoa
1 leaf dinosaur kale
2 tbsp salad dressing
Monday, January 18, 2010
CHOICES IN LIFE...THINK THEN ACT!!
My neighbor had a party in his condo till 3am last night…fortunately I didn’t get home from the airport till midnight and had household chores to do for a few hours. So I did some laundry, expense report for the trip, opened up all the mail that piled up while I was gone, watched sportscenter, etc.
Then I tried to go to sleep by jamming the pillows into my ears, and it worked. Fell asleep within half an hour, and while I woke up a couple of times, I slept pretty well for having a nightclub 30 feet from my bed.
I believe my ability to fall asleep quickly and sleep well is due to regular exercise, healthy eating, and my perception of reality - which is: Nothing really matters too much so try not to make a big deal out of things. For example, I knew I’d eventually be able to fall asleep so I didn’t get mad and I just dealt with the situation.
Thanks to the sleep, I felt fine this morning and had a good workout.
1) Prisoner Squat Jumps
2) Squats
3A) Good Morning3B) Planks
4A) DB Bulgarian Split Squat4B) Back Extension
Finished fast, in only 45 minutes.
BODY N RICHED FITNESS
Then I tried to go to sleep by jamming the pillows into my ears, and it worked. Fell asleep within half an hour, and while I woke up a couple of times, I slept pretty well for having a nightclub 30 feet from my bed.
I believe my ability to fall asleep quickly and sleep well is due to regular exercise, healthy eating, and my perception of reality - which is: Nothing really matters too much so try not to make a big deal out of things. For example, I knew I’d eventually be able to fall asleep so I didn’t get mad and I just dealt with the situation.
Thanks to the sleep, I felt fine this morning and had a good workout.
1) Prisoner Squat Jumps
2) Squats
3A) Good Morning3B) Planks
4A) DB Bulgarian Split Squat4B) Back Extension
Finished fast, in only 45 minutes.
BODY N RICHED FITNESS
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
BODY N RICHED HANDBOOK 2010
>
> HANDBOOK
> 2010
>
> Health:
> 1. Drink plenty of water.
> 2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince
> and dinner like a beggar.
> 3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants
> and eat less food that is manufactured in plants..
> 4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm
> and Empathy
> 5. Make time to pray..
> 6. Play more games
> 7. Read more
> books than you did in 2009 .
> 8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each
> day
> 9. Sleep for 7 hours.
> 10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk daily. And while you
> walk, smile.
>
> Personality:
> 11. Don't compare your life to others. You have no
> idea what their journey is all about.
> 12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you
> cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive
> present moment.
> 13. Don't over do. Keep your
> limits.
> 14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else
> does.
> 15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip.
> 16. Dream more while you are awake
> 17.. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you
> need..
> 18. Forget issues of the past. Don't remind your
> partner with His/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin
> your present happiness.
> 19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
> Don't hate others.
> 20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil
> the present.
> 21. No one is in charge of your happiness except
> you.
> 22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to
> learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that
> appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you
> learn will last a lifetime.
> 23. Smile and laugh more.
> 24. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to
> disagree....
>
> Society:
> 25. Call your family often.
> 26. Each day give something good to others.
> 27. Forgive everyone for everything..
> 28. Spend time w/ people over the age of 70 &
> under the age of 6.
> 29. Try to make at least three people smile each
> day.
> 30. What other people think of you is none of your
> business.
> 31. Your job won't take care of you when you are
> sick. Your friends will. Stay in
> touch.
>
> Life:
> 32. Do the right thing!
> 33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful,
> beautiful or joyful.
> 34. GOD heals everything..
> 35. However good or bad a situation is, it will
> change...
> 36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show
> up.
> 37. The best is yet to come..
> 38. When you awake alive in the morning, thank GOD for
> it.
> 39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be
> happy.
>
> Last but not the least:
> 40. Please Forward this to everyone you care about, I
> just did.
> HANDBOOK
> 2010
>
> Health:
> 1. Drink plenty of water.
> 2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince
> and dinner like a beggar.
> 3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants
> and eat less food that is manufactured in plants..
> 4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm
> and Empathy
> 5. Make time to pray..
> 6. Play more games
> 7. Read more
> books than you did in 2009 .
> 8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each
> day
> 9. Sleep for 7 hours.
> 10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk daily. And while you
> walk, smile.
>
> Personality:
> 11. Don't compare your life to others. You have no
> idea what their journey is all about.
> 12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you
> cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive
> present moment.
> 13. Don't over do. Keep your
> limits.
> 14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else
> does.
> 15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip.
> 16. Dream more while you are awake
> 17.. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you
> need..
> 18. Forget issues of the past. Don't remind your
> partner with His/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin
> your present happiness.
> 19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
> Don't hate others.
> 20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil
> the present.
> 21. No one is in charge of your happiness except
> you.
> 22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to
> learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that
> appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you
> learn will last a lifetime.
> 23. Smile and laugh more.
> 24. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to
> disagree....
>
> Society:
> 25. Call your family often.
> 26. Each day give something good to others.
> 27. Forgive everyone for everything..
> 28. Spend time w/ people over the age of 70 &
> under the age of 6.
> 29. Try to make at least three people smile each
> day.
> 30. What other people think of you is none of your
> business.
> 31. Your job won't take care of you when you are
> sick. Your friends will. Stay in
> touch.
>
> Life:
> 32. Do the right thing!
> 33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful,
> beautiful or joyful.
> 34. GOD heals everything..
> 35. However good or bad a situation is, it will
> change...
> 36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show
> up.
> 37. The best is yet to come..
> 38. When you awake alive in the morning, thank GOD for
> it.
> 39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be
> happy.
>
> Last but not the least:
> 40. Please Forward this to everyone you care about, I
> just did.
Friday, January 8, 2010
The best Antioxidant power of drinks!!
4. Which drink bestows the most heart-healthy antioxidant power? (a) Red wine
(b) Green tea
(c) Pomegranate juice
(d) Cranberry juice
(e) Orange juice
The Answer is C: Pomegranate juice. When it comes to antioxidant punch, pomegranate juice is off the charts. Studies show that a glass of this fruit juice packs more polyphenol antioxidants than any other drink.
(b) Green tea
(c) Pomegranate juice
(d) Cranberry juice
(e) Orange juice
The Answer is C: Pomegranate juice. When it comes to antioxidant punch, pomegranate juice is off the charts. Studies show that a glass of this fruit juice packs more polyphenol antioxidants than any other drink.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
The Enriched BODY from BODY N RICHED!
Richard Gayle is a fitness fanatic (in a good way) who will
try any fitness program, product or class known to man, in search of
the perfect workout. His wit and outstanding talent makes his blog read
like a magazine, and his penchant for helping women work through body
and life issues based on his own past experiences makes reading his
posts feel like you just had coffee with a friend. Before you try any
fitness program, check out BODYNRICHED.BLOGSPOT.COM — chances are, you will find the most
thorough and entertaining review of your life.
BY Kelly Turner
P.S Thanks for the kind words in your Magazine.. 2010 is Enriched to the Body!
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Safe & Lasting Weight Loss
Despite what you see on infomercials and read in magazines, fad diets don’t work and there is no magic pill. Safe and lasting weight loss is a lifestyle change, and it’s a change you must buy into before you begin any weight loss plan.
Hopefully you are making this decision before your doctor has told you that changes are necessary for medical reasons. Regardless, you should seek your doctor’s consent before you get started. Inform Him/Her of your plans to begin a healthier lifestyle consisting of an exercise program and proper balanced nutrition. This allows your doctor the opportunity to impose any restrictions on your new activities based on your medical history.
Now, with the approval of your doctor in hand, you can begin to work with a qualified Personal Trainer who can design your personalized program to safely guide you towards your health and fitness goals. Inform your Trainer of the type of activities you enjoy - by including these activities in your new routine, becoming more active will not be as stressful and as a result your chances of lasting success greatly improve.
Your personalized exercise program should be designed to suit your specific needs and goals and consist of a brief warm-up, cardiovascular training, resistance(weight) training, a warm-down, and flexibility training. If one of these components is missing your program is incomplete which can lead to injury, poor results and loss of enjoyment. In addition, as your body adapts to the training your program should include gradual progression in frequency, intensity, and time. This progression is a key factor to continued success and will help avoid plateaus in your progress.
Your nutrition program needs to be balanced and sensible; enjoy a variety of foods from all the food groups. No food is perfect, so mix and match as many foods as possible, this will help you get all the nutrients you need. Paying attention to portion size and method of food preparation are also important components of your plan. Emphasis should be put on fruits and vegetables, as well as grain products such as: whole grain breads and cereals. When you choose your dairy products, they should be low in fat. Meat selections should be lean and choose foods that are prepared with little or no fat. Water is an essential nutrient for survival; it is recommended that we consume 8 to 10 glasses of water a day, stay hydrated for good health. Salt, alcohol, and caffeine consumption should be limited.
Safe and Lasting Weight Loss does not come in a bottle, it comes from regular exercise, and a balanced sensible diet. It comes only after you have made the decision to make positive changes in your lifestyle that will improve your health and quality of life.
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