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23
Jan 2009

Weekly Fitness Tip: You Are Worth It

Like You, 48% Not Willing to Sacrifice Their Health

Interesting statistics from a poll in Money Magazine. by Loni Kao Stark

When asked the question of what they were willing and unwilling to part with in a down economy, 1,383 respondents gave some interesting responses. For me was also an acid test of our collective values

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Not willing to give up:

48% said they are not willing to give up their Gym membership:
Thumbs up. I agree.
My body can’t be traded in and needs to stay healthy for a lifetime.

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17
Jan 2009

Weekly Fitness Tip: Personal Training Will Help You Stay the Course

Give an Exercise Plan at Least 2 Months

Do you find yourself continually starting exercise programs only to quit just weeks later?

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If so, you could be asking too much of yourself in terms of motivation.

Studies show that most people need to stick with a plan for 30 to 60 days before their commitment to exercise takes hold. Unfortunately, many of us give up sooner, discouraged if we don’t approach each workout with zeal.

Perhaps one answer is to look at motivation as another “muscle.” Just as biceps, abs and glutes gradually strengthen as they are exercised over time, so does motivation grow stronger with practice.

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02
Jan 2009

Weekly Fitness Tip: Shop the Perimeter and Check the Label

Are you trying to eat a more healthful and balanced diet?

Focus on the outer aisles of your supermarket as much as possible.

Many supermarkets are designed in a similar way: produce, dairy, meats, fish and breads form the perimeter of the store. Cookies, candies, chips, ice cream and other less healthy foods line the many of the middle aisles. So if you’re trying to create a healthy mix of proteins, fruits, veggies, and grains, shopping around the edges is a good way to start.

You can’t judge a wheat bread by its package – or by its color.


If you want the dietary fiber and other nutrients that whole-grain breads can provide, be sure to buy loaves that say “100% WHOLE WHEAT. Many “wheat” breads are made with mostly white flour (as much as 75%!) and a much smaller amount of wheat flour. White flour has considerably less fiber and lower amounts of certain minerals and B vitamins. Check the ingredients list on the nutrition label; if “flour” or “white flour” appear near the top of the list, you could be getting much less fiber than you think.

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23
Dec 2008

Happy Healthy Holiday From Sportsplex New Windsor

Make Your Holiday a Healthy One.

Here are a few Healthy Habits that will help you get through the Holidays

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Don’t Go To A Party Hungry:


We eat faster and more when we are hungry – therefore eat a wholesome breakfast and lunch on the day to avoid overeating at the party.

Make Healthy Choices When Enjoying Your Holiday Feast:

If you are having turkey, be sure to remove the skin. Your can even indulge in a slice of pie if you skip the crust, which contains most of the fat. Fruit or pumpkin pie filling are usually better choices than chocolate or nut.

Try Other Versions Of Alcohol:

Instead of beer, cider, Bailey’s and Kahlua, try dry wine, Bloody Marys or spirits with diet mixer which have fewer calories.

Drink Plenty Of Water:

Alcohol and coffee can dehydrate your body.

Organize A Post-Meal Activity With Family:

Take nice brisk walk with your loved ones and enjoy their company in the holiday season.

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19
Dec 2008

Weekly Fitness Tip: Shake It Up with a Cardio Combo

Add Variety to Your Cardio Routine

If you’re spending a lot of time on one specific type of cardio machine, you may want to add in some variety. Using the same machine

can lead to overuse injuries because you’re always using the same joints and muscle groups.

One obvious way to vary your routine is to use a different machine during each gym visit. Or, if you really want to spice things up, you could switch machines halfway through your workout

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For example, instead of 30 straight minutes on the treadmill, do 15 minutes and then go to a step climber for the next 15 minutes. Other “cardio combos” could include rowing machines, elliptical trainers, or stationary bikes.

In switching from one machine to another, you’ll want to make sure you continue to work at the same intensity (or better). Use the machines’ pulse monitors as a guide. And, of course, make your switch right away; stopping to talk to a friend or to take a breather will make your workout a little less effective.

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05
Dec 2008

Weekly Fitness Tip: Water For Health

Water for Health
Staying hydrated for back-pain relief and overall well-being

Water is your body’s primary chemical component, making up approximately 60% of your weight; every system depends on water-including your back. Water helps flush toxins out of your organs, carries nutrients to your cells, regulates body temperature and creates a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues.

Water keeps our organs and joints moist; the more water you drink, the more your muscles, organs and joints will be able to perform and heal efficiently.

After oxygen, water is the single most vital substance your body needs to maintain life.

Low-back pain has been linked to dehydration, and some doctors now recommend increasing water intake to help alleviate some back pain.

How much to drink?


Aim for 8 – 10 glasses (250 ml) a day. If you’re eating a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables, soups and other liquid-rich foods, you’ll probably need less drinking water in your diet.

How to get the water you need?

* Try adding a slice of citrus, or a no-calorie drink mix to your water-for flavour.
* Drink a glass of water before and between each meal.
* Hydrate before, during and after exercise.
* Drink sparkling water instead of alcohol at parties and gatherings.

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24
Oct 2008

Weekly Fitness Tip: NYT Staying Healthy in a Sick Economy

It is Crucial that you have an outlet and remain Physically Healthy

Adding classes in yoga, meditation and other so-called mind-body regimens is just one way fitness professionals in the financial district are responding to recent economic uncertainties roiling their corporate clientele. Some are also offering shorter, cheaper personal training sessions and, in at least one health club, quiet discounts for members who lose their jobs.

Amid layoffs, concerns about staying buff could seem trivial. (Imagine the headline “World Markets Near Collapse: Muscle Tone Under Threat.”) Yet, businesspeople themselves wonder how a perilous financial climate will affect their physical fitness – and if exercise could help them weather hard times. – New York Times


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