Nutrition Articles of the Week
Sorry I've been missing from the web this summer but I've been busy training many of you, creating your workout plans, analyzing your diets, writing a book, and prepping to go back to school! I've read lots of good articles this summer, though, and I've saved them up for you. Here are a few... Go Nuts For Heart Health Probably not news to most of you that nuts are good for your heart, among other parts of your body. But do you know which nuts are best? The answer may surprise you... Runners, Drink Up! All sports drinks are not created equal--and some are ...
2010 Bronx River Parkway Bicycle Sundays
Today was the first of 11 Sundays during this spring, summer, and fall when Westchester County officials close the Bronx River Parkway to cars and open it up to joggers, bicyclists, inline skaters, and walkers. The scenic 13.1-mile round-trip stretch of open roadway runs from Westchester County Center in White Plains to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. You can hop on at these points or at a number of points in between. I'm planning on heading to the May 16 event. Hope to see you there. Dates, times, and all the other info you need is below. Be sure to read ...
More Tips For Beginning Runners
As promised, here’s the follow up to my last post, Five Tips for Beginning Runners. One issue that’s bound to come up with running is that it can be hard on the body and care needs to be taken to avoid injury or discomfort. Potential problems include Achilles tendonitis, knee pain, foot pain, shin splints, calf strains, blisters, and if you’re uncoordinated and occasionally unfocused like me, maybe even bruises and scrapes on your hands and knees. I won’t go into that final category of injuries except to remind you that, yes, the scenery is pretty, but pay attention to where ...
Food
Nutrition Articles of the Week
Sorry I’ve been missing from the web this summer but I’ve been busy training... (more)
Nutrition Articles of the Week
Barley: Weight Loss Food When it’s not malted and in your beer, it’s... (more)
Calories in Meats (Food Quiz Answer)
The results are in from last week’s food quiz about meats. Here’s how your choices... (more)
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Fitness
Workout Video: Walking Lunges
Here’s Part II of my lunge video series where I show you the walking lunge,... (more)
Workout Video: Lunges Part I
Throughout the next month, I’m going to post a four-part video series on lunges.... (more)
Why The Biggest Loser Sends a Positive Message
The finale of the ninth The Biggest Loser season airs tonight and all the negative... (more)
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Q & A
Does P90X Really Work?
Does P90X Really Work? Yes. The end. OK, it’s not really that simple. Although the popular program whose infomercials I can’t seem to avoid will get you in incredible shape, there are five things you should know before shelling out the $119.85 plus $19.95 shipping and handling for the program. P90X is an intense and effective workout designed... (more)
What Should I Eat After A Workout?
What should I eat after a workout? It depends on the type of workout you just finished. After tough strength training, you’ll want to eat a small snack (about 200 calories or less) that contains both protein and carbohydrates. Protein helps muscles repair themselves after a workout. Remember, working out creates little tears in your muscles. Healing... (more)
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