Monthly Archives: March 2017
Beware The Perceived Messages In Research
Here, we read that some original researchers of a study regarding acceptable levels of Vitamin D did not intend for their research to create the resulting “pandemic” known as Vitamin D deficiency. Certain lifestyles require more Vitamin D (and other vitamins, for that matter) than others. We should always be skeptical of one-size-fits-all proclamations.
http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/vitamin-d-whats-right-level-2016121910893
Rest: Vital For Ultimate Fitness
Muscle-building does not occur during exercise. Rather, exercise tears down muscles, which then rebuild and adapt during the post-exercise rest and recovery period. That is why, typically, specific muscle groups should not be worked on consecutive days. They should be allowed to recover for at least 48 hours, though 72 hours is generally best. The link below explains the scientific process.
https://www.unm.edu/~lkravitz/Article%20folder/recoveryUNM.html
Pick Your Style
How to start your nutrition plan.
Good Health Hunting
March is a great time to shop around for your gym membership. Most of the new crop of Resolutioners have faded away. And Spring is in the air. Time to get fit and healthy. Check out this link to discover how to do your gym hunting.
https://www.learnvest.com/2017/03/secrets-to-saving-money-on-your-gym-membership/
Flexibility: Key To Better Fitness
Many of us either neglect stretching, or we do it wrong. Dynamic stretching (e.g., jumping jacks, etc.) should be done before exercise or physical activities to prepare the muscles. Static stretching (e.g., touching our toes, etc.) should be reserved for after exercise or physical activities. Do not skip the stretching. See details in the link below.
http://blog.nasm.org/certified-personal-trainer/training-relevance-of-flexibility/
Protein: Not Only From Animals
Most Americans intake too much protein. Because we consume too much animal-based proteins. Check out the link below for details on other sources and the daily allowance for protein.
https://www.acefitness.org/blog/6291/hidden-sources-of-protein