Published: October 09, 2009
Stress management will keep you grounded . . .
Stress is the way the human body responds to external demands. Stress, originating from both good and bad experiences, causes the human body to react by releasing chemicals into the blood. These chemicals help people gain added energy and strength to fight when any kind of physical danger is imminent; this is a positive stress reaction. However, if there is emotional stress, this added energy and strength does not find a positive release; this can be a negative stress reaction.
Published: September 28, 2009
Overtraining is a serious issue that is now getting a lot of attention. Failure to monitor your bodily responses during heavy exercise programs can diminish the quality of its ultimate return. Overtraining, training too hard for too long, can provide the groundwork for depression, lack of energy, staleness, and eventual burnout, which will hinder you from reaching your goals. Failure to pace your training, by having intervening rest phase, can lead to a flat and stale performance. Keep reading to find out about the branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) and why you should take seriously the negative effects of reaching your peak too soon before a sports competition.
Published: August 17, 2009
Picture this: You have finally committed to an exercise program, you are running down the sidewalk or around the track, you are “feeling the burn,” and you are feeling great. Suddenly, you aren’t feeling that great anymore, your leg muscles start to burn a little too much, you try to keep going, but can’t. It hurts. If you have ever exercised vigorously, you know about the burning sensation that occurs in your muscles. But do you know why this happens? Keep reading to find out why your muscles begin to burn and what you can do about it!
Published: August 11, 2009
What this life-changing exercise did for me . . . and can do for you as well.
Published: July 08, 2009
Get ready for summer with YogaFit Spot Toning Series!
Published: June 15, 2009
Glutamine or L-Glutamine is an important amino acid produced naturally in your body. The most important function of glutamine is providing energy to your immune cells. In the absence of glutamine or when its levels drop, your immune system is the first to take a hit. Since it is important for your immune system, it plays an important role in recovery from stress, trauma and injury. Certain functions of glutamine make it especially important for athletes and body builders. Glutamine is essential for protein synthesis and fat loss. In the former case, it promotes anabolism (muscle building) and in the later it reduces the fat content of your body thus promoting lean muscle growth. Keep reading to find out the scientific benefits of glutamine.
Published: June 12, 2009
There seems to be an on-going trend amongst athletes to play their sport year-round. The ever present mantra in the US of "more is better" has not eluded the sports world. In the case of sports, more is leading to injury and burnout. Perhaps it's the appeal of excelling at the next level that drives some to constantly compete. Maybe it's pressure from parents, coaches, or other athletes. The sport culture has become such that if you are not currently involved in the sport than you will get left behind.
Published: June 05, 2009
Donut chains nationwide will be giving away free donuts today because of a national holdiay known simply as "Free Donut Day".
Published: June 04, 2009
How does a 40-year-old woman like Stacey make 20-something-year-old musicians and personal trainers go nuts over her? I think the answer is clear - a stunning youthful look that makes her look even younger than them!
