Archive for December 2018
My Recipe for Bone Broth
So much more than soup for the soul, bone broth is a wonderful source of both protein and collagen, which is a healing source for joints, connective tissues, and the lining of the GI tract. Just remember, that in order for collagen to be properly broken down and utilized, it needs to be combined with…
Read MoreINJURIES!
Whether a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, we all have inadvertently hurt ourselves along the way. Even minor injuries have the ability to derail a fitness program if not handled properly from the get-go. Perception is also part of the challenge: some people have enormously high pain thresholds and have been encouraged to push…
Read MoreBuilding muscular energy for performance
The sad truth is that as we age, muscles tend to shrink, and strength seems to decline. The reasons are many, and relate to hormones (or lack thereof), increase in oxidative stress on the body, which I equate to “rusting,” and most notably, a decrease in physical activity. Muscles absolutely must be stimulated in order…
Read MoreWeight loss exercise
Exercise burns calories, right? So, the more you do the more weight you will lose, right? Not necessarily. The hormonal effects of non-recovery are immense and can actually prevent weight loss if not properly balanced with rest days, nutrition, and sleep. If weight loss is your goal and you are just getting started with an…
Read MoreKEY FACTORS in both performance and aging
This topic can be narrowed down to 6: Inflammation/oxidative stress (which I refer to as “rusting”) Hormonal imbalance – can be thyroid, adrenal, sex hormones, or all of these Stress hormones Blood sugar and insulin regulation Environmental burden Individuality All of these are modifiable to some extent – by diet, sleep, exercise, and supplementation. Each…
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