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Rules for Fitness Over 50
Fifty! That’s where some folks in today’s society generally sets the bar for the onset of old-manhood. It’s slightly arbitrary, but we can’t deny that athletic ability starts to decline somewhere around the fourth/fifth decade. High-level fitness over 50, well,… Read More ›
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Branch Chain Amino Acids
BCAAs are Branched Chain Amino Acids, 3 amino acids; Leucine, Isoleucine, and Valine, that have aliphatic branched side chains that distinguish them from other amino acids. Over the years BCAAs have gained a lot of attention in the sports nutrition… Read More ›
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Selecting A Personal Trainer
With my background in Physical Education and Sports Nutrition I have seen many individuals make their way into various disciplines that Physical Education/Kinesiology prepares them for. One such a… Source: Selecting A Personal Trainer
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Bodybuilding Nutrition
Bodybuilding Nutrition Be Consistent: Bodybuilding athletes require a steady stream of quality nutrients that must be done seven days a week, every week. While you make adjustments to your training goals that stimulate muscle growth your nutritional goals on the… Read More ›
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Workout Strategies
Workout Strategies To maximize the benefits of your valuable gym time it is imperative that you have a customized training plan prior to entering the gym. By knowing what you working on can have positive effects on the mind-muscle connection…. Read More ›
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Anabolic Effect of Water
The anabolic effect of water in strength training: I think we’ve all heard the ‘drinking a lot of water is good for you‘ line more than we can count. To support the case of consuming a large volume of water… Read More ›
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Yoga for Weight Lifters
I’m in the gym chatting with my fellow weight lifters. Several of us compete, so we talk training as we aim to improve. Form, technique and diet are discussed but often it kind of ends there. Flexibility and relaxation… Read More ›
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Amazing High Protein Pizza
I ❤ Pizza!! This is a great way to indulge though and keep in mind that Perfect Nutrition has an unflavoured Protein powder… or just use vanilla. 🙂 Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 35 mins Total time: 45 mins… Read More ›
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Tomato Salad
A delicious, simple recipe. Perfect for all those yummy tomatoes that ripen mid-summer! Ingredients Salad: 3 ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 pounds) 1 Vidalia or other sweet onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon thinly… Read More ›
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Black Bean and Wild Rice Salad
This cold salad is great as a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish. The orange and herb vinaigrette is really delicious! Dried cherries are a tasty substitution for the dried cranberries. And pecans work well if you… Read More ›
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Vegetable Couscous
This vegetable and chickpea couscous is delicious and nutritious. Chickpeas are high in fibre and iron, and the prunes add a hint of natural sweetness, which makes this all-in-one dish feel indulgent. Additionally, leftovers make a great portable lunch or… Read More ›
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