Snow Shoveling as a Workout
Posted February 24, 2009 at 10:48 AM by Jamal Walker
Section: His Fitness, Alt. Therapies, His Health, Physical Health
No one likes to do it, but when done properly and safely, shoveling snow can be a good workout.
As a matter of fact, it is an activity much like weight lifting where you exert a lot of energy without much movement.
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The Lowdown on Sports Drinks
Posted February 23, 2009 at 10:00 AM by Donnell Peavy
Section: His Health, Physical Health, Lifestyle Health, His Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Supplements
In the 1960’s, a certain football coach had a dilemma. His players were suffering from heat related illnesses during games and practices and he had no idea why. In an attempt to find a solution, he met with the universities physicians to discuss the issue.
The physicians came to the conclusion that the problem was that players were sweating out valuable fluid and electrolytes which were not being replaced. In addition, glycogen stores were depleted for energy use, and they weren’t being replenished either. This led to the players feeling run down.
The physicians, armed with this information locked themselves in the lab and formulated a drink containing the necessary balance of carbs and electrolytes to replenish what the players lost through sweat. The salt content of the drink also had another effect – it induced thirst in the players, so they consumed more water. The improvements in performance produced by the drink earned it instant fame. Today, you know the drink as Gatorade. True story.
How Much Are You Indulging When You Eat Out?
Posted July 31, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Denise Musumeci
Section: In The News, His Health, Physical Health, His Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Diets
If you’re working on losing weight, you can start a new diet plan, count calories, and omit certain foods or ingredients with your meal. More and more people are often finding that no matter how carefully they monitor their daily diet they still keep gaining weight. Part of this may have to do with the calorie count that comes from restaurant food. Even a choice that would normally be healthy if made at home could add up to more fat, calories, carbs, and cholesterol than you may think.
Melinda Beck of The Wall Street Journal says that New York City recently passed a law that requires restaurants to post a detailed nutrition guide to each meal option. Restaurant customers in New York are getting a hard slap in the face when they see just how bad their choices really are. For example, Beck says, “Applebee’s Fiesta Lime Chicken packs 1,290 calories. Pizzeria Uno’s Individual Chicago Classic (serves one) has 2,310 [and] an appetizer like T.G.I. Friday’s Jack Daniel’s Sampler at 2,330.” Considering that the recommended calorie intake ranges from 2,000 to 2,500 calories per day, just one appetizer covers your entire daily value.
Bodybuilding on a Budget: Tuna and Warm Potato Salad
Posted July 22, 2008 at 01:00 PM by Donnell Peavy
Section: His Health, Lifestyle Health, His Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Diets, Recipes
Today’s tasty tuna recipe comes from franceattraction.com The prep and cook time is longer than previous recipes, but it sounds like it’s definitely worth it. I have yet to try this one, so if you make it, be sure to drop us a line and tell us how much you…
Athletes and Heat Strokes
Posted July 17, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Denise Musumeci
Section: In The News, His Fitness, Injuries & Rehab, His Health, Physical Health
With the summer heat at its peak, the risk of heat stroke rises. The problem is that most people do not even realize that they are having a heat stroke until they collapse after finishing their exercises.
Most of the…
Quote of the Day 7/17/08
Posted July 17, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Jamal Walker
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day
“Somewhere in the world someone is training when you are not. When you race him, he will win.” - Tom Fleming’s Boston Marathon Training Motto
Bodybuilding on a Budget: Tuna
Posted July 16, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Donnell Peavy
Section: His Health, Physical Health, Lifestyle Health, His Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Diets, Recipes
One of the most commonly sought after foods for protein consumption also happens to be one of the cheapest – tuna. You can usually find it on sale at your local grocery store, and it is low fat (opt for tuna canned in…
Quote of the Day 7/16/08
Posted July 16, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Megan Hueter
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day, Success Stories
“We should be taught not to wait for inspiration to start a thing. Action always generates inspiration. Inspiration seldom generates action.” - Frank Tibolt
Dr. Mirkin: Caffeine, Hot Weather and Exercise
Posted July 15, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Megan Hueter
Section: In The News, His Fitness, Cardio Training, His Health, Physical Health
A study from Toledo, Spain shows that giving caffeine to dehydrated bicycle racers helps them ride faster, longer and with more power in hot weather (Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, July 2008). When combined with water and carbohydrates, caffeine ingestion increases…
Quote of the Day 7/15/08
Posted July 15, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Jamal Walker
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day
“If everything’s under control, you’re going too slow.” - Mario Andretti
Food Dreams
Posted July 14, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Martin Kennedy
Section: His Health, Physical Health, His Nutrition, Healthy Eating
Looking for a way to cut calories? Visualizing your meals might be an exercise you’ve yet to try. A recent study published in the Journal of Physiology & Behavior (2008) revealed that women who wrote a detailed description of their last meal (it…
Quote of the Day 7/14/08
Posted July 14, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Jamal Walker
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day
“Only a man who knows what it is like to be defeated can reach down to the bottom of his soul and come up with the extra ounce of power it takes to win when the match is even.” - Muhammad Ali
The “Fully Functional” Workout
Posted July 13, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Megan Hueter
Section: His Fitness, Cardio Training, Strength Training, Alt. Therapies, His Gear & Apparel, Equipment, His Health, Physical Health
Even though your gym may not be “fully functional,” there are certain ways you can tailor your workouts to get what you want out of them. Whether you’re traveling or simply working long hours, it’s important to understand that you don’t need…
Quote of the Day 7/13/08
Posted July 13, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Martin Kennedy
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day
“In a crisis, don’t hide behind anything or anybody. They are going to find you anyway.” - Bear Bryant
Don’t Get Down with the Sickness
Posted July 12, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Donnell Peavy
Section: His Health, Physical Health, Lifestyle Health
Ringing phones, tapping away at a keyboard, voices chattering in the background, papers all over the place… These are things that come to mind when I think of my workplace. Typical, fast paced corporate life. What doesn’t usually come to mind is…
Quote of the Day 7/12/08
Posted July 12, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Jamal Walker
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day
“It’s a very bad thing to become accustomed to good luck.” - Publilius Syrus
Exercise May Help You Lose Weight
Posted July 11, 2008 at 01:30 PM by Donnell Peavy
Section: In The News, His Health, Lifestyle Health
Okay…so that’s not exactly new news. We have known for eons that exercising provides numerous health benefits, one of which is weight loss through the burning of calories. What is new, however is the notion that exercising may also be…
Quote of the Day 7/11/08
Posted July 11, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Martin Kennedy
Section: His Inspiration, Quote of the Day
“Leadership, like coaching, is fighting for the hearts and souls of men and getting them to believe in you.” - Eddie Robinson
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Exercise is a great help for everyone specially for those who need to relieve…