Archive for ‘SCIENCE’

February 27, 2012

3 Steps to Blasting Past that Plateau for Continued Weight Loss

Deutsch: Das Messen des Gewichts ist ein wicht...

“If you run into a wall, don’t turn over and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” ~Michael Jordan
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December 3, 2011

Happy Feet: Send Your Blisters Running

As a biped (an animal that moves by means of two limbs), inevitably, at one time, you have encountered the sharp, uncontrollable irritation of a friction blister. Here is a collection of tips on how to prevent and treat blisters from thousands of miles of running experience and a varied collection of trusted sources.
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September 19, 2011

Sports Drinks: What You Should Know

    One of the most frequently asked questions that I receive is, “Are sports drinks good for me? Will they rehydrate me better than water?”
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September 16, 2011

Healthy Eating On the Go

According to a survey conducted by Women’s Health, these days, the average woman is in the car on average 15 hours per week. That’s over 2 full work days! Women and families are busy, and always on the go! Eating healthy can be a challenge. However, with rising child and teen obesity also comes increased risk for health problems that are only typically seen in adults, like Type 2 Diabetes and elevated blood cholesterol, in order to keep our families strong and healthy, we must rise to the challenge.

When you are on the go, either running your daily errands, in between home and soccer practice or ballet, running out to an after work meeting, or heading to the gym, eating healthy isn’t always easy. It is too convenient to stop at your favorite fast food joint to pick up a burger, some fries and a soda and call it lunch or dinner. Not exactly health food. Or, even worse, not eat at all. But there are quite a few options if you want to eat healthy and if you want your family to eat healthy while you are on the go. We have put together a selection of “Quick Tips”   that can help you gain control of your families nutrition and health.
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