If you like a good Joke with a Moral to the Story…
December 18, 2009
Four brothers left home for college, and
they became successful doctors and lawyers and they
prospered. Some years later, they chatted after
having dinner together. They discussed the gifts they were able to
give their elderly mother who lived far away in another city.
The first said “I had a big house built for Mama.”
The second said “I had a hundred thousand dollar theater built
in the house.”
The third said “I had my Mercedes dealer deliver an SL600
to her”.
The fourth said, “You know how Mama loved reading the Bible
and you know she can’t read anymore because she can’t see
very well.
I met this preacher who told me about a parrot
that can recite the entire Bible. It took 20 preachers 12
years to teach him.
I had to pledge to contribute $100,000 a
year for twenty years to
the
church,but it was worth it. Mama
just has to name the chapter and
verse and the parrot will recite it.”
The other brothers were impressed.
After the holidays Mom sent out her Thank You
notes.
She wrote: ” Milton , the house you built is so huge. I
live in only one room, but I have to clean the whole house.
Thanks anyway.
“Marvin, I am too old to travel. I stay home; I have my
groceries delivered, so I never use the Mercedes.
The thought was good.
Thanks.
“Michael, you gave me an expensive theater with Dolby sound, it
could hold 50 people, but all my friends are dead, I’ve lost
my hearing and I’m nearly blind. I’ll never use it.
Thank you for the gesture just the same.
Melvin, you were the only son to have the good sense to
give a little thought to your gift. The chicken was
delicious.
Thank you.
JUST HOW IMPORTANT IS WATER?
December 9, 2009
Can water really help you look and feel great?
Though you probably don’t think about it often, water is the most essential element, next to air, to your survival. The simple combination of two parts hydrogen, one part oxygen makes up more than two thirds of your body and is involved in a host of bodily functions that we routinely take for granted. Just to name a few:
Read on to discover why water consumption must be at the top of your list in your quest for a fit, healthy and athletic body.
- Water works to regulate the thermal condition of your body
- Water serves as a lubricant in your joints
- Water helps flush toxins from your blood
- Water gives your skin a clear, glowing complexion
- Water assists with digestion, pulling all the usable nutrients out of foods
- Water aides in disease prevention (Drinking 8 glasses a day has shown to reduce your chance of colon cancer by 45% and bladder cancer by 50%)
What about fitness and fat-1oss?
You’ve probably heard that you need to drink plenty of water in order to drop weight, but did you ever wonder why? What does water have to do with decreasing your calories and increasing your activity level in an effort to shed pounds?
1. Water is a natural appetite suppressant
Fill your stomach with a glass of water before each meal and you will find that you won’t eat as much. This also works on snacking throughout the day, keep hydrated all day long and watch as your desire to snack decreases.
2.Water increases your body’s ability to efficiently metabolize fat
This process begins with your kidneys receiving enough water to function at their peak, which in turn helps your liver reach optimal efficiency in removing toxins and waste from your blood. With your liver working at maximum capacity, fat will be metabolized at a higher rate. This means a decrease in your overall body fat. (And who doesn’t want that?)
3. Water is the perfect substitute for high calorie beverages
Want to super-charge your fitness results this summer? Well, this is the most effective way to utilize water toward your waist-shrinking efforts. Most of us consume more than our share of calorie-packed beverages. Smoothies, shakes, frozen mochas, soft drinks…you get the idea. When you trade your high calorie beverages in for a tall glass of water you will expedite your results in a major way.The Other Side of the Story…
Now you know that drinking sufficient amounts of water will help you reach your fitness goals faster than ever, but you should also know that failing to drink enough water comes with serious consequences…
- Your body will shift into “preserve” mode – which means you will store more fat.
- Bodily functions will slow – leading to an overall decrease in energy levels.
- Headaches will become an expected nuisance – your brain is over 70% water.
To avoid dehydration check out the following 5 Hydration Tips:
Tip #1: Caffeinated beverages – such as coffee, soft drinks or energy drinks – cause your body to lose water. After you enjoy a dose of caffeine replace the lost water by drinking 2 times that amount in water.
Tip #2: Add a slice of lemon to your water to spice things up.
Tip #3: Always carry water with you throughout your day – keep a bottle in the car, at your workplace and next to your bed.
Tip #4: Exercise and hot summer days both increase your body’s water requirements – make a mental note to drink before, during and after exercise or while out on a hot day.
Tip #5: Make it a habit to begin your day with a large glass of water then drink a glass before each meal and one between meals.Bonus Tip #6: There is one other thing you can do to achieve you fitness goals in the shortest amount of time possible – work with a certified fitness expert like me!
If you are ready to get into the best shape of your life, and you aren’t one of my Personal Training Clients or Boot Camp clients, Ask yourself ” why not? “ and do it today!