tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78981392895164680792023-11-15T06:15:03.215-08:00Health And Fitness PopularsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-88488632622497641842012-11-09T06:28:00.000-08:002012-11-11T06:28:46.651-08:006 Easy Techniques To Cope With Night Shift Work<div style="text-align: justify;">
People working the night shift poses a huge challenge for their
sleeping system, because of the improper light exposure/ activity
levels. The exposure to light sets our body temperature rhythm and
controls our melatonin levels. If you work a night shift, you're
remaining active while your body thinks it's time to sleep.This put a
strain on your sleeping system, and it's also difficult on your
emotional life as it limits your social activities with friends and
family.</div>
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And
because of the lack of light during work, many night shift workers
feels drowsy during work, some night shift workers even doze off when
driving home in their cars. Highlighted below are some recommendations
for you to get quality sleep and feel less drowsy during work.</div>
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1. Routine</div>
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Maintaining
a "regular sleping schedule during the weekends is important. By
sleeping the same way during the weekend that you do during the
weekdays, you ensure that your body temperature rhythm becomes adjusted
to this setting, you'll get better sleep and higher energy levels in the
long run.</div>
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2. Short nap</div>
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Due the lack of sunlight in your
schedule, your body will try to sleep longer than other people. But
chances are you still want to interact with your love ones during the
day, so if you still feel un-rested and drowsy after your sleep, take a
short 10-45 minute nap during the day. The brief period of stage 2 sleep
will charge you physically -allowing you to stay more alert during the
day.</div>
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3. Exercise before work</div>
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Exercise will create a rise in
your body temperature rhythm, this makes you more awake and alert during
work. As you experienced high temperature at work, you will get low
temperature after work, that will make you easier to fall asleep and
sleep deeply.</div>
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4. Bright light during work</div>
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Exposing yourself
to high intensity light while working the night shift,would let you
becomes more energetic as the light raises your body temperature. As you
feel more energetic during your work, your would feel tired after work,
thus allowing you to have quality sleep after work.</div>
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Best way to
combat fatigue at work is to have an artificial bright light generator
(talk to your boss about it -it is good for productivity) that can
generate 5000-10000 luxes of light.</div>
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5. Avoid that Morning Sun</div>
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Try
to avoid light when you leave work by wearing dark sunglasses, this
will lower the chance that your body will get confused and think it's
time to wake up. Also make sure that you sleep in a dark room after
work, and that your sleep isn't interrupted by bright light. Bright
morning light is a major cue for your body that it's rise and shine time
and this will limit your sleep drastcially.</div>
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6. Do not sleep immediately</div>
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Do
not sleep for the first 3 hours when you reach home (usually 6-7am in
the morning) as it is interrupted by morning activity around the house.
The first 3 hours of your sleep contains the largest portion of your
deep sleep, so you shouldn't go to bed right after your work.But wait
until everyone in your house leaves for work and the children have eaten
breakfast and are in school -this way you can wind down abit after work
and get to sleep.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-50457763013633977472012-11-02T06:26:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:27:09.044-08:00Partnering for Health<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Sara's one-hour surgery took three and a half hours. The doctor's
promise of "no pain" was a lie. The promise of "only one incision" was,
too. The "four-hour easy recovery" actually involved 24 hours in ICU.
We are only home <i>now</i> because we have life support equipment.<br />
Sara's
mad at us, but she'll get over it. I even expect her to smile again
soon. But for now, every time a family member comes to visit her, Sara
simply <i>must</i> tell them all about her hospital visit, making full use of her hoarse voice and her cutest pout.<br />
As
for the family, we're hoping that the vagus nerve stimulator (VNS)
surgery proves to be the promised cure for seizures. The VNS is like a
pacemaker, stimulating a nerve in the neck, and we've heard that many
patients with intractable seizures have benefited from this device.<br />
The previous week. . .<br />
Like
many parents waiting for a doctor to come out after surgery, my husband
and I became agitated when the doctor didn't appear until hours after
the estimated time. When he finally came out, he told us that everything
was all right, but that nothing had gone the way it had been planned,
which didn't put us in high spirits.<br />
The doctor promised that we
could go back and see our daughter in an hour, but after two hours had
passed, my fear level had increased, and I grew more hostile. I pestered
the young man at the information desk until I finally got to speak to
Sara's nurse on the phone. By the time they let me into the recovery
room, I was an emotional tornado, spinning black clouds around everyone
who came near me.<br />
Sara was more than mad; she was scared and in
extreme pain. The doctors couldn't remove the intubation tube because
Sara wasn't able to breathe on her own, and she couldn't have pain
medication because her blood pressure wasn't stable. She was on the
verge of hypothermia with a temperature of 88.<br />
"I don't think
she's getting the best care," I said to the nurse. That was a mistake.
As soon as I blurted this out, I thought: "Careful, they can kick me out
of here anytime they want to."<br />
I guess I should have been a nurse instead of an interior designer.<br />
In <i>Surviving Healthcare: How to Take Charge and Get the Best from Your Doctor, Your Hospital, and Your Health Insurance,</i>
Pam Armstrong says, "Remember, you should know about and have a say in
everything that happens to your body while you are in a hospital. Your
health should always be the focus of your care. Hospital routines should
serve your needs, not the staff's or hospital's needs. Don't let
yourself be intimidated by hospital staff who seem to feel otherwise. To
get the best care, combine assertiveness with a partnering and
empathetic approach toward staff, who may have overfull workloads."<br />
When
the patient is a child or is otherwise unable to speak for themselves, a
family member must work in partnership with the hospital staff to make
sure the patient gets the best care. I learned years ago that hysterical
outbursts at nurses and other hospital staff do little for my daughter.
I've learned to keep my mouth shut, to think first, and then to speak
gently. That doesn't mean that what I say doesn't count--I've just
learned a few key phrases that will show the hospital staff that I know
what type of care my daughter needs.<br />
After mothering Sara
(requesting heated blankets, wiping tears, and straightening her legs), I
explained my fears to the nurse. Apologizing for my outburst, I told
the nurse how scared we were because the surgery had taken longer and
had been more involved than had been planned, and because Sara was in
pain. Instead of telling me to leave the recovery room, the nurse agreed
to let my husband come in, too.<br />
Acknowledging my fears and
keeping my mouth closed helped our daughter receive the best care during
her hospital stay. Sara, at twenty-five, still needs total care because
of disabilities. Instead of placing Sara in an adult intensive care
unit with many patients and limited visiting hours, Sara was moved to
Pediatric ICU, where the ratio of patients to nurses is only two to one.
There was also newer equipment, but best of all, they allowed me to
sleep in her private room.<br />
You too can learn to help care for a
loved one when they're faced with hospitalization. Just remember to
partner with the physicians and hospital staff to ensure that your loved
one will get the best care.<br />
(c) Copyright 2005 Jeanette J. Fisher<br />
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For more information about Surviving Healthcare: How to Take
Charge and Get the Best from Your Doctor, Your Hospital, and Your Health
Insurance (Chestnut Ridge Books, 2004, ISBN 0-9754560-59, $19.95), see. After nearly 25 years in health care administration, Pamela
Armstrong, MPH, MBA, is on a one-woman mission to ensure consumers that
they get the quality care they're entitled to.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-54888494818673106502012-10-26T06:25:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:26:08.042-08:006 Healthy Eating Tips<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Adequate Carbs!<br />
With
the latest low carb trend it can become difficult, to say the least, to
figure out what you should be eating especially if you are active! The
truth is, when you exercise your muscle burns a type of carbohydrate
called glycogen for fuel. To keep these important fuel levels optimal
for peak performance, we must eat a diet rich in whole grains, beans,
potatoes, and other high-carbohydrate foods. You can't produce optimal
glycogen stores with a high protein low carbohydrate diet. Go for the
whole grains such as 100% whole wheat breads, brown rice, quinoa, or
millet. Limit the 'white' refined products.<br />
Protein<br />
Yes it
is true, active people need more protein than the average person. It is
especially important after our workouts to repair muscle damage. Include
lean meats, fish, soy, and eggs. Active people need about 3-4
three-ounce servings a day.<br />
Eat Your Fruits and Veggies!<br />
When
you exercise, you breathe harder taking in more oxygen. While you need
oxygen to support life, it can become unstable in the body. Unstable
oxygen can oxidize and damage your muscle cells which can bring on
inflammation and soreness. You can protect yourself from oxidation by
eating healthful amounts of antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables.
Eat at least five fruits and vegetables a day!<br />
Drink, Drink, Drink<br />
The
more you exercise, the more you sweat. Replacing these fluids is vital
for peak performance and endurance. During long workouts you may need a
sports drink that contains carbohydrates and electrolytes. Drink at
least 8-10 servings of fluids/day.<br />
Fueling Before A Workout<br />
This
step alone will not only lengthen your workout but it will also
increase your performance which is key when training for an event. If
you don't eat before exercise you will likely feel light-headedness,
fatigue, and nausea. In addition, your body turns to muscle protein for
fuel because it doesn't have enough carbohydrate. By starting your
workout well-fueled, your body will burn a combination of the
carbohydrate stored in your muscles and stored fat. Eat 2-4 hours before
a workout or event. Choose a high carbohydrate, low fat, moderate
protein meal or snack. Drink at least 10 ounces of water to help offset
sweat loss during your workout.<br />
Fueling After A Workout<br />
It
is important to consume calories and fluids during the first half hour
after you exercise for optimal recovery. If you aren't hungry right away
a quick snack will do. Drinking a sports drink or 100% fruit juice will
do the trick! Don't forget to eat a meal later with protein to repair
muscle damage.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-7493008216384125142012-10-19T06:27:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:28:00.999-08:004 Simple Steps To Avoid<div style="text-align: justify;">
First of all please notice that some explanations in my article are
from a 'viewpoint' of European Times. You will know what I mean when you
read my article.</div>
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AND
I am German and have some misspelled words, grammar and phrases. I am
still developing my skills, but just don't look at this, look at the
content itself, and you will be happy. ;-)</div>
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So go ahead now, I just want you to recognize it. ;-)</div>
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1. Adjust your biological clock</div>
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The
biological clock of the body needs a while after a journey into another
time belt, in order to adjust itself to the new rhythm. Physical and
mental symptoms can occur here such as headache, listlessness or nausea,
but none jet lag must be helplessly delivered.</div>
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Daylight helps
itself the cells, automatically to program on 'Day'. When you fly in
direction to the east, for example to Thailand, it might be harder for
you - you lose several hours. In order to prepare some days in advance
for the new sleep rhythm, you should spend some time in the daylight in
the early evening. During the flight it is advisable to sleep in
advance. Then the adjustment goes faster.</div>
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When you travel toward
the west, approximately to the USA, you'll have it easier. Nevertheless
you should try to plan its arrival around noon time to get the brightest
light of the day. Important appointments or activities at the arrival
place you should plan at the time of day, at which you are most awake:
After a flight in direction to the east in the evening, after a flight
in direction to the west in the morning.</div>
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2. Sleep on board</div>
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Many
humans have problems to fall asleep on the tiny seat in the airplane.
Therefore in such a way some seizes to sleep pills or tranquilizers.
This unnatural interference into the bio rhythm of the body affects
negatively to your adjustment at recent time conditions.</div>
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It is
healthier to create yourself in the airplane as good sleep conditions as
possible: Take yourself an inflatable neck cushion and an eye mask in
the airplane. Some airlines distribute themselves these implements on
board, but you shouldn't rely on it however.</div>
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Since feet often
swell on a flight, it is advisable to take your shoes off and to carry
yourself on a warm cosy pair of socks. Even if you feel yourself it's
not cold, you should cover yourselves before falling asleep with a light
cover (you'll get one by all long distance flights), so that you do not
wake up freezing and protect yourself from a cold!<br />I for myself know
what I'm talking about. I have seen many people who underestimated this
point and had a cold at their additional days after their flight.</div>
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3. Avoid drinking alcohol as your 'falling-asleep-assistance'</div>
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Tiny
alcohol bottles on board often used as a falling asleep assistance
during the flight. In the airplane these affect however - exactly the
same as tranquilizers - three times as strongly as down on the earth! If
you are suffering from fear of flight you should avoid alcohol here,
since psychological symptoms can occur such as aggression or depression
(however, this is an extensive subject. I will post an article about
this in the future. For now I focus on 'jet lag').</div>
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In addition
alcohol supports the drainage of the body, which particularly begins
fast on long distance flights. As consequence headache and listlessness
appear. The air within an airplane is often drier than in the desert!
While the air humidity of the Sahara amounts to about 20 per cent, it
occurs at long distance flights that it falls below the ten-per cent
border. Therefore you should drink much water during, before and after
the flight.</div>
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Professionals take beverages themselves</div>
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In many
cases the water on board isn't particularly good-tasting and is served
in containers by the size of an egg cup. You won't to constantly trouble
a flight attendant with your desires. Therefore take yourself also a
large bottle of your preferential mineral water on board.</div>
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Last but not least: my most important advice:</div>
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4. Sleeping in advance to the trip</div>
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To the complete habituation time of your body the following rule of thumb applies:
<br />One day per hour time lag. With a difference of six hours that would
be six days, until the biological clock of the body ticks in conformity
with the time belt. When you then precautionary go to bed one our
earlier/later per day, your body get used to the new daytime.</div>
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Enjoy your trip!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-61257596879820704292012-10-05T06:25:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:25:23.123-08:00The Shocking Truth About What's Preventing Us from Developing Healthy Lifestyle Habits<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
The air we breathe, the water we drink, and even the foods we
eat, contain substances that may be damaging to our cells, according to
Public Health scientists who have found new evidence of the threats that
our toxic environment pose on our cellular health. Apparently, any
tissue that is exposed to the environment, including the skin and
gastrointestinal passages, is especially vulnerable.<br />
While
government agencies and industry are taking steps to control additional
releases into the environment, many toxic substances become
concentrated in fatty tissues through a process called bioaccumulation.
Animal fats in the diet present health problems in other ways. Dr. Myron
Wentz, Ph.D., immunologist and microbiologist, hypothesizes that foods
with high peroxide values, especially processed, fatty foods, generate
"free radicals" that in turn damage healthy cells. Researchers believe
that supplementary antioxidants are necessary for combating these free
radicals in addition to the body's normal defense systems.<br />
In
addition to the health threats posed by toxic substances today, many
nutritional scientists point out that much of our food has been over
processed and preservatives have been added for packaging, affecting its
vitamin and mineral content. In fact many of us are undernourished
because our diet lacks many of the important vitamins and minerals
necessary for health.<br />
One recent study found that nearly one-third
of the calories in the typical American diet come from
nutrient-deficient junk food. In contrast, healthy foods, such as
vegetables and fruits, make up only about ten percent of the caloric
intake. Furthermore, poor diet, coupled with physical inactivity, is now
recognized by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention as one of
the leading causes of death in the U. S. today because without proper
nutrition, the cells of the body are less able to prevent and repair
cellular damage.<br />
"The human body is made of cells, and those cells
work together to sustain your life," says Dr. Wentz. "Taking
antioxidants with food may help reduce the formation of oxidized
lipids." Other medical professionals concur on the importance of taking
supplementation.<br />
<b>*</b> "One way to effectively maintain health
is to supplement our diets with a full range of vitamins, minerals, and
antioxidants," so explains Dr. Ladd McNamara, an
obstetrician/gynecologist in Atlanta, Georgia.<br />
<b>*</b> Dr. Ray
Strand, M.D., a family practitioner in South Dakota, states, "The
concerns for my patients' health has led me to recommend a complete
nutritional system to my patients."<br />
<b>Remember:</b> When you are maximizing your body's health potential, we everyone wins. When you don't, we all lose.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-80037357621077994532012-09-28T06:24:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:24:46.347-08:00Foot Pain Relief At Last<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
"As an arthritis specialist, one area that I see people complain
about more often than almost any other, is their feet." So says Dr.
Nathan Wei, Clinical Director of The Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center
of Maryland. "This is too bad because there are many treatments that can
be helpful," Dr. Wei adds.<br />
The foot is made up of 26 bones and 39 muscles...<br />
The
foot and ankle are designed to bear weight. The multiple joints in the
feet are capable of adjusting to almost any terrain and the padding in
the feet are designed to absorb shock.. The ankle joint allows the foot
to move up and down, side to side, and inward and outward (inversion and
eversion).<br />
Not All Foot Pain Comes From The Foot!<br />
Careful
examination of the low back, hip, and knee should be performed because
pain from these areas may affect the foot and ankle. In particular,
pinched nerves in the low back can cause foot pain and weakness.<br />
Ankle sprains are common- 25,000 people sprain an ankle every day!
<br />The goal of treatment is to relieve pain and prevent instability.
<br />Treatment of an acute sprain consists of rest, ice compression and
elevation ("RICE"). Exercises to help stabilize and strengthen the ankle
should be started.<br />
Arthritis of the ankle may cause recurrent pain and swelling.
<br />Pain from arthritis typically is made worse by weight-bearing
particularly on uneven ground. What this means is you should try to
avoid excessive walking or running on uneven ground. Anti-inflammatory
medication and proper foot support can do wonders.<br />
Pain in the ball of the foot has many causes...<br />
<ul>
<li>Foot strain occurs when a person "overdoes it." And the treatment is pretty straightforward. Rest.</li>
<li>Morton's neuroma (a benign nerve tumor usually located between the 3rd and 4th toes)</li>
<li>Tarsal tunnel syndrome (pinched nerve in the ankle)</li>
<li>Arthritis.</li>
</ul>
Other common causes of foot pain include:<br />
<ul>
<li>Stress fractures may occur after excessive walking.</li>
<li>Achilles tendonitis causes pain in the back of the heel. Treatment
consists of anti-inflammatory medicines, rest, a heel lift, and gentle
stretching.</li>
<li>Plantar fasciitis causes pain in the bottom of the heel. Treatment
includes rest, anti-inflammatory medication, heel cup, orthotics,
stretching, and local steroid injection.</li>
<li>Flat foot.</li>
</ul>
Muscle strengthening exercises and orthotics are helpful.
<br />Two other common problems are:
<br />
<ul>
<li>Osteoarthritis, particularly common in the big toe. The big toe will
point out to the side. When bursitis alongside the great toe joint
develops, this condition is referred to as a bunion. Treatment
involves proper padding and footwear. In extreme cases, surgery is
required.</li>
<li>Neuropathy. This painful condition is particularly common in
diabetics. This occurs when the small nerves in the feet are damaged.
Symptoms include burning, tingling, and pain in the feet - worse at
night.</li>
</ul>
Well fitted orthotics (arch supports) can alleviate not
only foot and ankle pain but pain in the knees, hips, low back, and
neck!!<br />
We often take the ability to walk for granted. This
ability involves the use of two engineering marvels- our feet and
ankles. Because of the tremendous amount of force transmitted to the
feet with walking, unique problems may develop. Attention to proper
preventative care, i.e., comfortable shoes, sox, hygiene, support, along
with proper prompt medical care can really put the brakes on foot pain.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-8649011098619755912012-09-14T06:23:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:24:07.255-08:00Health, Vitality, and Courage<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
During the dark years that followed my diving accident, I
deviated from my wholesome eating habits. This deviation was partly due
to my limited control over my diet, as I lived in a hospital or a group
home. It was also due to my reduced health-consciousness. Largely
disgusted with life, I was proportionally hedonistic and suicidal. I
sought consolation in gustatory pleasure at the risk of undermining my
health. To be more precise, I often overindulged my fondness for fatty
and savory foods or sweet ones, with the result that I gained weight and
lost my edge - that is, part of my vitality. This loss was ominous. It
took a wealth of vitality to accept and overcome the difficulty of
attaining happiness. The more I was devitalized and consequently weak,
the more I was likely to be daunted by this difficulty.<br />
Devitalization
was the worst form of impoverishment. In a state of weakness, it was
tempting to deny that happiness was possible or worth the effort and
choose the easy option: idleness and carelessness or death. I never gave
in to this morbid temptation, but my overindulgence in fatty and savory
foods or sweet ones caused my vitality to lessen and my depression to
worsen, thereby reinforcing my hedonistic and suicidal tendencies. I had
entered a vicious circle, or rather a downward spiral that led to hell.<br />
Fortunately,
before it was too late, I became disgusted with my way of life, as
opposed to life itself. I was less a victim of circumstances than a fool
who brought about his own misery, on account of his negative attitude
and self-destructive behavior. I began my uphill journey to wisdom and
health.<br />
Health is the basis for every human achievement, even when
it is poor, in which case it provides a lot less vitality and longevity
than when it is good. I pledged to do everything possible to be healthy
to maximize my potential to live and love.<br />
In fact, health is not
just a matter of vitality and longevity; it is also a matter of sanity.
A sound mind is a complement to a sound body. Furthermore, the one is
dependent on the other. This dependence had dawned on me with dazzling
clarity a few months after I had moved into my apartment and improved my
diet. By then I had studied many health books. They had helped me
define and meet my nutritional requirements much more wisely.<br />
My
body needed a balanced and moderate amount of carbohydrates, lipids,
proteins, minerals, and vitamins to function well. Correlatively, the
foods containing these nutrients had to be properly chewed to aid
digestion and absorption (this did not apply to fiber: a type of
carbohydrate that the body can neither digest nor absorb). Proper
chewing reduces foods to mush and proportionally increases the effect of
the digestive juices on them or the availability of the nutrients that
are ready for absorption. I thoroughly performed this simple chore, at
the center of life.<br />
To start with, carbohydrates are simple or
complex sugars that I generally obtained from fruit, honey, milk
products, beets, rutabagas, potatoes, legumes (beans, lentils, or peas),
nuts, seeds, whole grains, and the bread, cereal, or pasta made from
these grains. Simple sugars and digestible complex sugars serve as an
energy source and participate in the synthesis of DNA and RNA molecules:
the genetic information and the genetic messengers that enable the
organism to regenerate and reproduce. Indigestible complex sugars,
better known as dietary fiber, are capable of promoting the elimination
of waste through the intestine. Refined foods are depleted of this
fiber, without which constipation is a predictable outcome that bodes
ill. Except on festive occasions, I resolutely avoided them.<br />
Lipids
include two main subdivisions: saturated, monounsaturated, or
polyunsaturated fats (with a phosphoric component in some of them -
i.e., in phospholipids versus triglycerides that are pure fats) and
cholesterol, which is a singular fatty compound. Like simple sugars and
digestible complex sugars, saturated fats and monounsaturated fats serve
as an energy source. In addition, they contribute to the integrity of
the body tissues. Polyunsaturated fats and cholesterol also contribute
to this integrity and are used for a variety of vital functions
involving the cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine, and immune systems.<br />
A
distinctive feature of polyunsaturated fats is their instability. When
exposed to heat, light, or air, such as in processing, intense cooking,
or prolonged everyday use, they can suffer damage and become harmful. In
view of this fact, I was careful to eat the foods that contained them -
for example, walnuts and seeds, and the oil extracted from either - in
their most natural (unprocessed and if possible uncooked) form and fresh
(unspoiled) state. When cooking was necessary, as in the case of fish
or tofu, which numbered among these foods, I resorted to steaming or
baking in preference to frying and proceeded with caution, while
avoiding the pitfall of undercooking. I applied the same basic
principles to the foods that contained monounsaturated fats, like
peanuts, almonds, olives, and avocado, and the oil extracted from any of
them, though these fats are less unstable than their polyunsaturated
counterparts. As for cholesterol, found exclusively in animal products,
and saturated fats, found mostly in land animal products, they have a
reputation for causing arterial blockage and organ dysfunction if
consumed without restraint. I limited my intake of them by following a
largely vegetarian diet where animal flesh was the exception, not the
rule. Actually, I exercised restraint in my consumption of
polyunsaturated fats and monounsaturated fats as well. The opposite,
like any lack of moderation, is a health hazard.<br />
Now for proteins.
They are various macromolecules that comprise a large number of amino
acids (nitrogenous molecules that occur in twenty-two different forms).
In the course of digestion, these macromolecules are broken down into
these molecular components, which act thereafter as raw material or
building blocks to produce new molecules or new macromolecules
(polypeptides, smaller than proteins, or proteins) that suit our
physiological needs in many areas: the metabolism, the blood, the mucous
membranes, the skin and the tendons, the muscles, plus the endocrine,
immune, and nervous systems. These molecular components act so if the
body has enough carbohydrates and fats to satisfy its energy
requirements. Otherwise, they are stripped of their nitrogenous part and
mobilized into satisfying these requirements. This constitutes a waste
of precious amino acids and a burden to the kidneys, in charge of
eliminating the free nitrogenous part after the liver has transformed it
into urea. As it happened, my main sources of protein - namely,
legumes, nuts, whole grains, and the bread, cereal, or pasta made from
these grains, together with milk products and eggs - were also rich in
carbohydrates or fats. Here the fats that mattered were saturated or
monounsaturated, whereas the polyunsaturated ones were not a favorable
means of satisfying my energy requirements, given the many other
important roles they played.<br />
Lastly, minerals and vitamins are a
group of some thirty substances that complement carbohydrates, lipids,
and proteins. A deficiency in one of them can hamper a bodily function
and jeopardize in so doing the health of an individual. Collectively, as
precursors or components of useful agents, or as useful agents
themselves, they assist in numerous processes: vision, nerve impulses
and neurotransmission, muscle contraction, digestion and absorption,
regulation of blood sugar and of the metabolic rate, respiration, energy
production, regeneration and reproduction, formation and maintenance of
bones and teeth, coagulation, protection against free radicals (noxious
atoms or molecules), and immunity. My usual sources of carbohydrates,
lipids, and protein already supplied me with minerals and vitamins, all
the more since they were unrefined. Refining is a terrible refinement
that depletes fibers and nutrients in foods. Nevertheless, to make sure I
got enough minerals and vitamins, I rounded off these usual sources
with additional vegetables: carrots, radishes, cauliflower, red cabbage,
green vegetables, leafy or non-leafy, garlic, and onions. I drank
plenty of water to boot, though not during or immediately after meals
lest I interfere with my digestion by flooding my stomach. Drinking
water typically contains a minute quantity of minerals. Much more
importantly, it has the ability to replenish the bodily fluids and
cleanse the system of undesirable substances.<br />
The best thing about
my improved diet was that in a few months my state of mind had taken a
turn for the better in a big way. Never before had I thought so clearly
and felt so enterprising. I was brimming with vitality and soon became
immersed in the writing of my book on "vital efficiency." It appeared I
was a lot more capable of rationalizing and embracing the challenge of
leading a fulfilling life, because I was a lot more alive. My energy
level had risen dramatically. I could sleep three hours, rest another
two hours, and go about my business for the remaining nineteen hours. In
conjunction with this rise, my morale was unusually high. Circumstances
alone could not account for this boost. My relationship with my
girlfriend (the extremely kind and gentle, and rather pretty nurse) was
in the doldrums and on the brink of termination. My new apartment, on
the other hand, was a significant improvement; but what changed for the
better during the few months in question was primarily the condition of
my body, which impacted my state of mind. I was vibrant with health,
notwithstanding I still experienced bladder problems that somewhat
weakened me on occasion. This health was both physical and mental. I had
a vigorous and joyous sense of purpose that kept me going and
especially writing.<br />
In the effort to be healthy, a reasonable diet
is not everything. Fresh air and regular exercise ought to form part of
this effort. There are two types of exercise; both require stretching,
before and after, plus warmup and cooldown periods, to avoid injuries.<br />
The
first type of exercise is anaerobic, not dependent on the intake of
oxygen. An example of anaerobic exercise is weightlifting. Done
frequently, in vigorous workouts, it strengthens muscles and bones. The
second and most beneficial type of exercise is aerobic, dependent on the
intake of oxygen. An example of aerobic exercise is jogging. Done every
day or a few times a week, for at least fifteen minutes (enough to
markedly and sustainedly increase the activity of the respiratory and
cardiovascular systems, responsible for delivering oxygen to the body
tissues), it yields numerous health benefits. Besides strengthening
muscles and bones, it raises endurance, improves the handling of stress,
promotes good mood, boosts the immune function, reduces the risk of
heart attack and stroke, and helps to prevent obesity together with
disorders like diabetes and hypertension that often accompany this
condition. In a nutshell, fresh air and regular exercise are important
aspects of a wholesome lifestyle. They result in someone being stronger,
feeling better, and probably living longer.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-38290413845710662012012-09-07T06:22:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:23:18.539-08:00Music, Dance And Your Sanity<div style="text-align: justify;">
Music, Dance and Your Sanity</div>
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"To
do science? To really do science? You don't live in the world," he
says. "You live in an attitude." Gerald M. Edelman, M.D., Ph.D., founder
of the Neurosciences Institute, La Jolla, California. Following this
same concept, "In Real Estate and Business it's about Living in an
Attitude!" Ted Borgeas, "From the Chicken Coop".</div>
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The benefits of music and dance during the decision making
<br />of buying or selling your home has extended as far back as
<br />Aristotle and Plato. Even Reigning Monarchs had court
<br />musicians and dancers, for their entertainment but possibly
<br />for the relaxing affects from their stresses of boredom? Well
<br />buying and selling a home sure doesn't have boredom but a
<br />lot of anxiety and even stress. With modern technology and
<br />the advent of television and the Internet combining visual,
<br />auditory and artistic qualities these medias have extended
<br />numerous benefits to our homes and businesses.</div>
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Applying music, dance, laughter and mirth to the buying and
<br />selling process of properties, has acquired critical acclaim
<br />because of scientific studies that can now measure some of
<br />the perceived health, stress and anxiety release attributes
<br />from music and dance.</div>
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One of the best definitions for science and probably for the
<br />home decision makers, I believe was a statement made by
<br />Gerald M. Edelman, M.D., Ph.D., founder of the
<br />Neurosciences Institute, La Jolla, California. He explained
<br />the difference between scientists and other people. "To do
<br />science? To really do science? You don't live in the world,"
<br />he says. "You live in an attitude." Dr. Edelman's statement
<br />"You live in an attitude," can extend to every facet involving
<br />not only in science but our emotions, perceptions and
<br />responses of mind as related to the pressure of the multiple
<br />decisions and complexity of buying and selling your home. Of
<br />course with the right Attitude of Gratitude, especially with the
<br />right Real Estate Professional can contribute a lot of
<br />pleasure and happiness. Responding to each emotion still
<br />encompasses an
<br />Attitude of Gratitude, which can be helped, developed and
<br />improved, as related to our need for sometimes, Heroic and
<br />Daring humanistic actions to these emotions, yes especially
<br />when buying and selling your home or for that matter,
<br />including your family, finances, location and the magnitude of
<br />other disclosures.</div>
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The Neurosciences Institute, during their research, has
<br />discovered a way to measure how the human brain
<br />processes intricate tones, presenting incredibly new insights
<br />into the effects of music. While there application may be
<br />directed towards disorders of hearing. I believe, future
<br />studies will extend far beyond into the emotions involved for
<br />any home transactions. But don't let technology interfere with
<br />the Romance of the Home due your transcending enjoyment
<br />of also listening your intuition.</div>
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Ted Borgeas uses the same concept, in addition to others,
<br />as Hospitals that are now utilizing the media of combining
<br />soothing music with associated pleasant and relaxing nature
<br />scenes on television, not only in the patient's rooms but also
<br />in the waiting and recovery areas, but instead at his office
<br />and while showing homes in person and on the internet. He
<br />can recall utilizing soothing music and encouraging and
<br />positive conversation regarding the patient's postoperative
<br />responses to projected recovery during surgery in the
<br />operating room. He knew the positive subconscious
<br />interpretations by the patient while under anesthesia aided in
<br />they're perceived recovery and healing and applies the same
<br />principles to homebuyer and sellers.</div>
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"People are now using music to help them deal with sadness
<br />and fear." Dr. Anne Blood, a researcher at Massachusetts
<br />General Hospital in Charlestown Massachusetts. "We are
<br />now showing in our study that music is triggering systems in
<br />the brain that make them feel happy." What a startling
<br />revelation, especially since music lovers and people lovers
<br />have known this since eternity!</div>
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Our interpretation of applying dance and music to buying or
<br />selling a home may not include Aristotle's and Plato's ancient
<br />perceptions. But the concept of music and dance not only
<br />stimulates physical movement, either overt or imagined but it
<br />also affects our immunological system based on studies
<br />relating to music, laughter and humor.</div>
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Dancing is not only physical exercise, including footwork,
<br />rhythm, tempo, balance, control, showmanship and style but it
<br />also helps in transcending thought. Try dancing to any type of
<br />fast tunes and think at the same time? It is especially
<br />beneficial, in times when we may have nasty unbeneficial
<br />feelings and thoughts or confusing perceptions about
<br />properties. It is guaranteed to change you attitude; to a
<br />relaxed Attitude of Gratitude!</div>
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"I frequently perform solo dancing, yes, by your-self, utilizing
<br />various types of ethnic music with marvelous results". This
<br />author has utilized music, dance, laughter and mirth, in
<br />conquering his prostate cancer. This of course was in
<br />conjunction with the Physician's God inspired therapies! Try
<br />it? It works.</div>
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A popular event in Monaco takes place every year in November, the
Monaco Marathon. And when I say popular, I mean it literally - the event
is open to whoever wants to participate.</div>
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The
territory of Monaco being very restrained, the 42 km Marathon is the
only one that takes place along the coast of three countries, on the
territory of France and Italy.</div>
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This year, the the 8th Riviera Marathon program was as follows:</div>
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<li>November 12th - from 14.00 to 19.00: inauguration of the Marathon Expo</li>
<li>November 13th - from 10,00 to 22.30:</li>
<ul>
<li>Opening of the Marathon Expo;</li>
<li>Presentation of the course and athletes;</li>
<li>Pasta Party near by the Marathon Expo.</li>
</ul>
<br />
<li>November 14th - from 7.00 to 14.30: </li>
<br /><ul>
<li>Distribution of finals bibs;</li>
<li>Group Warm-up towards the Start Line</li>
<li>9.30 - Start of the 8th "Marathon de Monaco et des Riviera"</li>
<li>10.15 - Start of the 2nd "10 Km of Monte-Carlo"</li>
<li>14.00 - Prize Giving</li>
</ul>
At 9,30 the race was started by HSH Crown Prince Albert of
Monaco outside the IAAF's Headquarters. The course was open for 5.5
hours.
</ul>
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On November 14th, on a sunny, warm but windy
weather, the starting line-up counted 3000 competitors from over 40
countries. Taking place for the second time this year, the 10 km course
was run by 958 contestants.</div>
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This year, the participants fundraised and ran on behalf of Challenge Aspen, a non-profit organization in Colorado that offers assistance for persons with mental or physical disabilities.</div>
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The full marathon was won by Russian contestants:</div>
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<li>Men: Andrey Chernychov with a time of 2h 22min 12sec.</li>
<li>Women: (11th overall) Maria Fedosseva with a time of 2h 41min 17sec.</li>
</ul>
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The 10km race was won by:
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<li>Men: Emanuele Manzi from Italy, with a time of 31min 42sec.</li>
<li>Women: Vitkoria Nagy from Hungary, with a time of 37min 37sec.</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-86889035477449807582012-08-10T06:20:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:20:36.804-08:00Benefits of Lavender Green Tea<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
In Health<br />
Organically
grown Green Tea is rich in polyphenols and anti-oxidants that fight
free radicals that damage cells and tissue. An 8 oz. Cup of Green Tea
has as much potency as a cup of blueberries, a best source of
anti-oxidants and as much vitamin C as a lemon. It also contains
magnesium, riboflavin, niacin, folie acid and potassium.<br />
Larch
Arabinogalaetin (AG) is a good source of natural dietary fiber. Women
who increase fiber from 12 to 24 grams absorb 90 fewer calories from fat
and protein. Men who increase fiber from 15 to 36 grams absorb 130
fewer calories. Larch (AG) moves waste through the digestive tract
promoting intestinal cleansing, making it the safest dietary supplement.
Unlike psyllium, larch increases mineral absorption, and like our green
tea, it contains no sugar, sweetener, seasonings or colorings.<br />
AG
provides us with healthy bacteria that fight free radicals in the
digestive tract. The digestive tract is the site of the vast majority of
free radical production. A healthy digestive tract directs nutrients to
the organs of the body and eliminates waste.<br />
Skin Care<br />
We
eliminate toxic materials through the digestive and urinary tract.
Should these organs fail, toxins will attempt to exit via our skin,
decreasing the quality of our skin. Green tea, larch, and lavender are
frequently used in skin care products.<br />
Weight Management<br />
Green
tea has been sold in health food stores as a safe way to reduce weight.
Green tea is thermogenie. That is, it bums fat. If we don't burn fat,
we will soon wear it.<br />
Weight Management & Stress<br />
Does
stress causes you to reach for comfort food7 Comfort foods are often
used to deal with emotional events. Lavender is emotionally balancing;
that is, it picks us up when we are down and helps to calm us when we
are tense. Possibly reducing our desire for high calorie sweets. Long
before Lavender was used for fragrance, it was considered a culinary
delight. Enjoy the taste of Lavender Green Tea with Larch and profit
from the many nutritional benefits without the calories.<br />
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Gerald F. McCarthy holds a patent on the unique diffuser used in all ESSENTIAL AIR models.<br />
Over
the years McCarthy of Leyden House has accumulated seventeen patents in
the field of energy and health related products. A speech pathologist
by profession he was intrigued by the beneficial effects of natural
healing and began searching for ways to deliver essential oils more
effectively.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14087441173870769813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7898139289516468079.post-10737300837124042772012-08-03T06:19:00.000-07:002012-11-11T06:19:32.097-08:00A Vital Tool For Your Fitness Success<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
A Training Diary is a Vital Tool For Your Fitness Success<br />
I know you've heard this before and it seems
<br />"basic". But it is an important key to success.
<br />And apparently, it isn't heard enough because
<br />I'd say less than 1% of the people I see in the
<br />gym keep track of their workout.<br />
An essential part of the organization needed to
<br />get each workout day right is a training diary.
<br />At its most basic minimum this is a written record
<br />of reps and poundage for every work set you do and
<br />an evaluation of each workout so that you can stay
<br />alert to warning signs of overtraining.<br />
After each workout reflect on your evaluation and,
<br />when necessary, make adjustments to avoid falling
<br />foul of overtraining.<br />
A training diary or journal is indispensable for
<br />keeping you on track for training success. No matter
<br />where you are now -- 180-pound squat or 500, 13-inch
<br />arms or 17, 135-pound bench press or 350 -- the
<br />systematic organization and focus on achieving goals
<br />that a training journal enforces will help you to
<br />get bigger, stronger, and leaner.<br />
As simple as it is to use a training log, do not
<br />underestimate its vital role in helping you achieve
<br />your fitness goals. Most trainees are aware that
<br />they should record their workouts in a permanent
<br />way, but few actually do it.<br />
And even those trainees who keep some sort of
<br />training log usually fail to exploit its full
<br />potential benefits. This is one of the major reasons
<br />why most trainees get minimal results from their
<br />training.<br />
Your training journal is extremely important and
<br />should be more than just a list of weights, sets
<br />and rep.<br />
When used properly, a training journal enforces
<br />the organization needed to get each work-out right,
<br />week after week, month after month and year after year.
<br />By recording your poundages and reps, you log your
<br />entire training program and the week-by-week breakdown
<br />of how you work through the routine (s) in each
<br />training cycle in the journal.<br />
A training log eliminates reliance upon memory.
<br />There will be no, "Did I squat eight reps with 330
<br />pounds at my last squat workout, or was it seven?"
<br />Refer to your journal and you will see precisely
<br />what you did last time--i.e., what you need to
<br />improve on if you are to make your next workout a
<br />step forward.<br />
With a well-kept and detailed journal, you'll know
<br />with absolute certainty what is working in your
<br />program and what doesn't. Are you stagnating? Not
<br />making the progress you want? Go back and consult
<br />your journal at a time that you were making fantastic
<br />progress? What were you doing then that you are
<br />not doing now?<br />
You must be 100 percent honest when entering data.
<br />Record the quality of your reps. If you did five
<br />good ones but the sixth needed a tad of help from
<br />a training partner, do not record all six as if
<br />they were done under your own steam. Record the
<br />ones you did alone, but note the assisted rep as
<br />only a half rep.<br />
It is not enough just to train hard. You need to
<br />train hard with a target to beat on every work
<br />set you do. The targets to beat in any given workout
<br />are your achievements the previous time you performed
<br />that same routine.<br />
If you train hard but with no rigorous concern
<br />over reps and poundages, you cannot be sure you are
<br />training progressively. And training progressively
<br />is the key to making progress. But for accurate records
<br />of sets, reps and poundages to have meaning, your
<br />training conditions must be consistent.<br />
If at one workout you rush between sets, then at the
<br />next workout you take your time, you cannot fairly
<br />compare those two sessions.<br />
If one week the deadlift is your first exercise and
<br />the following week you deadlift at the end of the
<br />workout, you cannot fairly compare those two workouts.
<br />And the form you use for each exercise must be
<br />consistent and flawless every time you train.<br />
Likewise, if you do 3 sets of the bench press and
<br />one workout you take 1 minute between sets and the
<br />next workout you take 3 minutes between sets, you
<br />can't be sure that you've progressed from one
<br />workout to the next.<br />
Get all the details of your training in black and
<br />white, refer to them when appropriate and get in
<br />control of your training. In addition to control
<br />over the short term, this permanent record will
<br />give you a wealth of data to analyze and draw on
<br />when designing your future training programs.<br />
Keep accurate records of each workout, each
<br />day's caloric and protein intake, how much
<br />sleep you get, muscular girths and your body
<br />composition. Then you will remove all guesswork
<br />and disorder from your training program.<br />
But all of this is just a bunch of words. You
<br />have to make the theory and rationale come
<br />alive with your conscientious and methodical
<br />practical application. Do exactly that now, and
<br />take charge of your training!<br />
Most trainees have neither the organization
<br />needed for success nor the will and desire to
<br />push themselves very hard when they need to.
<br />But these are the very demanding essentials for
<br />a successful fitness program.<br />
Find out how you did in trying to make today
<br />another step toward achieving your next set of
<br />short-term goals. Have all of today's actions--
<br />training (if a training day), diet and rest--met
<br />or exceeded the goals for the day? If not, why
<br />not?<br />
A daily critical analysis of what you did and
<br />did not do to take another step forward will
<br />help you to be more alert to improving tomorrow.<br />
Take a few minutes each day to review your
<br />journal.<br />
Take as much control over your life as you can.
<br />Learn from your mistakes. Capitalize on the
<br />good things you have done. Do more of the
<br />positive things you are already doing and
<br />fewer of the negative things.<br />
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