Lifestyle by ABO

04/11/2015

Even Bruce Lee new that for quality performance protein drinks and supplements are needed.

On analysis of Bruce Lee's body, if you didn't know who he was, you would be forgiven for thinking he was a nutritional expert. In fact he was. Bruce Lee was devoted not only to Martial Arts but also his body. Always wanting to perform at his highest potential, Bruce had rigid controls on his diet w…

29/10/2015

SHAPE UP YOUR LIFE



1. TAKE TIME TO WARM UP
Spending 5 to 10 minutes warming up prepares your body for exercise. Walk before jogging. Jog before running. Just warm up at a pace that gradually gets your heart beating at 50 to 60 percent of your maximum heart rate. And don’t forget to stretch. Moving from side to side warms your muscles and prepares them for exercise. Warm muscles allow for a greater range of motion for your joints and make injuries less likely as well.

2. THINK VARIETY
Have you ever started a fitness program and then let it fizzle out? The reason could have been boredom. A program that includes several fitness activities – for example, walking or biking on Mondays and Wednesdays and playing tennis or swimming on Fridays and Sundays – will help maintain your interest and keep you motivated. need a change of scenery? Having different options can allow you to pick the one that suits your mood and keeps your fitness program feeling fresh.

3. GET YOUR ANTIOXIDANTS
Don’t forget about the important role that proper nutrition plays in achieving an active lifestyle. Since exercise can increase the formation of free radicals, it’s always good to have some extra protection. Antioxidants, such as Vitamin C and beta-carotene, may play a role in preventing cellular injury and delaying muscle fatigue. Try to get at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, as they are packed with powerful antioxidants. So, remember to add antioxidants to your diet and get the most out of your fitness program.

22/10/2015

22/10/2015

THE SKINNY ON FATS



The issue of dietary fat is probably one of the most confusing to people. Should you eat as little as possible? More of the “good” fats? The answer lies somewhere in between. Here are some things to remember:

• Fats are categorized as saturated, polyunsaturated or monounsatured, depending on the predominant fatty acid they contain.

• Generally speaking, saturated fats (found in animal products like meats, cheese and ice cream as well as hydrogenated vegetable oils) tend to raise blood cholesterol levels. The process of hydrogenating oils, which makes them harder at room temperature, produces trans-fatty acids–which also raise blood cholesterol and should be avoided.

• Polyunsaturated fats can be “good” or “bad,” depending on whether they are primarily omega-6 fats (which are pro-inflammatory) or omega-3 fats (which are anti-inflammatory).

• While small amounts of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are called “essential,” meaning our bodies can’t make them, the amounts required are very small and can be met from plant products, which have a good balance of the two fats.

• Our diet is typically overloaded with omega-6 fatty acids, with inadequate amounts of omega-3.
This imbalance, with too many “bad” fats relative to “good” fats, promotes the inflammatory process, which is believed to be at the root of asthma, heart disease and many common forms of
cancer.

• Monounsaturated fats, found in olive oil and avocado, have neutral effects on cholesterol and do not promote cancer. These fats are “healthy” fats and can be eaten in moderation.

21/10/2015

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21/10/2015

DO YOU HAVE THE HEART OF A CHAMPION?



Want to enjoy a long, active life full of energy and vitality? You’ll have to put your heart into it. Maintaining a strong, healthy cardiovascular system is essential to your overall health and quality of life. So why wait? Start making life choices today that will give you the heart of a champion – and the life of a winner. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

1. STEP UP YOUR GAME
Get your body moving. Studies show that moderate physical activity can strengthen the heart. Regular exercise – jogging, weight lifting, playing sports – is key to a healthy heart and a rich and fulfilling life. Not interested in playing sports or joining a gym? Try walking. Taking 6,000 to 10,000 steps every day is terrific for your heart.

2. EAT LIKE A WINNER
Forget the fast food. Junk the junk food. Create a heart-healthy diet. That means healthy protein, healthy fatty acids like Omega-3s, lots of water and plenty of fruits and vegetables. The way you eat is important, too. So don’t skip meals. Schedule regular times for meals and snacks. And try not to eat anything within a few hours of going to bed.

3. REST, RECHARGE AND REJUVENATE
And speaking of going to bed… it’s time to get some shut-eye. Sleep deprivation has been linked to an increased risk of heart problems. We’re busy people, and it can be tempting to shave off an hour or two of sleep to “be more productive.” Resist that temptation. Think of it this way: For eight hours of every day of your life, the most productive activity you can engage in for your health is sleeping. So, have a good night – and you’ll have a great life.

By Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H.

21/10/2015

21/10/2015

SEVEN WAYS TO LOOK GREAT



What is the easiest way to work the whole body? Very simply, I developed what I call “The Simple 7” – the seven main muscle groups we work on throughout the week. The Simple 7 includes:
1. Chest
2. Biceps (front of arms)
3. Triceps (back of arms)
4. Abs (can be worked daily)
5. Back
6. Front of legs
7. Back of legs
Generally, I split a workout between alternating days: The first day I will work upper body, the next day lower body. Again, work abs every day to help strengthen the core. Doing some healthy cardio means a good 15 minutes of elevated heart rate. There is plenty of evidence to support the notion that 15 minutes of cardio daily has profound impact on heart health.
Don’t worry about trying to spend an hour on a treadmill; the added benefit is minimal and may actually work against you.
There are approximately 650 muscles in the body. So, why just work on seven, and why these seven? Well, it’s all about getting the most bang for your effort. When exercising, it’s best to work on large muscle groups. It’s as if you are fine-tuning a regular car engine as opposed to an engine in a toy boat. The larger the muscle, the more metabolic benefit, and the bigger the payoff when it comes to weight maintenance.
The Simple 7 group consists of the fewest number of muscle groups one has to work on to achieve maximum benefit in an exercise routine. You can exercise with more or less, but if you attack these particular muscles, then you will achieve maximum benefit. Also, it’s important to realize that the body is a balanced machine, and you must work the lower with the upper, and the back with the front. The seven muscle groups provide total balance in an easy way.

21/10/2015

Almost everything you do is determined by your habits. From the time you get up in the morning to the time you go to sleep at night, your habits largely control and dictate the words you say, the things you do, and the ways you react and respond. You need good habits that are life enhancing, not ones which hurt you and hold you back. You can acquire and develop any habit that you consider desirable or necessary if you are willing to work at it long enough and hard enough.

21/10/2015

WHAT DOES A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE LOOK LIKE?



The term “healthy lifestyle” is used so often that it’s almost losing its meaning. To some, a healthy lifestyle means not eating fast food. To others, it means quitting smoking. To others still, it means taking a walk after dinner or riding a bike on the weekends.
These are all great choices. But while each is a healthy living component, it takes more than one or two good lifestyle choices to lead a healthy lifestyle. Living a healthy life means you’re usually making great choices when it comes to exercise, nutrition, water intake, sleep and stress management.
The last three healthy living components—water intake, sleep and stress management—are easily overlooked. Here’s why they’re important.