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APRIL 11, 2011
CONTACT: Michael Muller
(609) 392-3367, Ext. 28
OLYMPIC CHAMPION CARL LEWIS DECLARES CANDIDACY FOR
STATE SENATE
Nine-Time Gold Medalist Calls for an End to Culture of Mediocrity in New Jersey
Schools; Spending and Tax Reforms to Make State More Affordable; and a
Commitment to Excellence in Government, Education and Business
(MOUNT HOLLY, NJ) – Carl Lewis, the legendary Olympian who took his first steps toward worldwide acclaim on the track at Willingboro High School, is now running to challenge the status quo in Trenton and make government a positive force for the people of New Jersey. The nine-time Olympic Gold Medalist, who was named “Olympian of the (20th) Century,” declared his candidacy today for the Democratic State Senate nomination in the Eighth District. Lewis advanced a broad agenda for reform, including an end to “a culture of mediocrity” in the state’s educational system. He also said he was determined to promote a new environment of civility and bi-partisanship in New Jersey politics.
“South Jersey is where I grew up and learned what matters - that hard work, family values and commitment to others can make a difference,” said Lewis, whose family moved to Willingboro when he was two years old. Lewis, a volunteer track coach at his high school, added, “I’m proud of where I came from, proud to be back, and ready to step up to serve the taxpayers of this great state that afforded me so many wonderful opportunities. This is my chance to give back to my community, the South Jersey region and the entire state that has meant so much to me.”
Lewis said he is running because of a passion to improve the quality of life for New Jersey’s families. He said he will champion reforms that make the state a more affordable place to live and work, while raising the standards of New Jersey’s schools, infrastructure and other public services.
“We cannot rest until we make sure that our families can afford to live and raise their kids here, that our seniors can remain in their homes and afford their health and pharmaceutical costs, and that our children receive the first-class education they need to be competitive in a global economy,” Lewis said. “To accomplish that, we must make commonsense reductions in the cost of government without lowering our standards or creating even more hardships for the most vulnerable in our society.”
Lewis said he was seeking public office in part because of the increasingly acrimonious nature of politics in Washington, Trenton and governments across the nation. Long-accepted partisanship, he said, has turned personal and bitter, making compromise and meaningful solutions to difficult problems harder than ever to achieve.
“It’s time to change the political discourse in New Jersey and around the country,” Lewis said. “The people are fed up with their elected officials playing the blame game and treating their political counterparts as enemies. Our responsibility is to do what’s necessary to get the job done, to work together for the sake of our future and our childrens’ future. I will work across partisan lines to do that.”
Lewis’ storied career as a track-and-field star spanned from 1979 through 1996. In addition to winning nine Gold Medals of an overall 10 Olympic medals, he won another 10 World Championship medals, nine of which were Gold. He was named Olympian of the Century by Sports Illustrated, and Sportsman of the Century by the International Olympic Committee.
A firm believer that sports should be used as a platform for good works, Lewis has utilized his athletic status to support worthy causes and directly serve the needs of others. Since his retirement from active competition in 1997, he has been involved with hundreds of charitable events and causes. He created the Carl Lewis Foundation, a charitable endeavor with a special focus on three particular organizations: Best Buddies, which provides social and job opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; The United Negro College Fund, underscoring his commitment to educational initiatives; and the Wendy Marx Foundation for Organ Donor Awareness, which he co-founded after a friend underwent a life-saving liver transplant. He was named Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 2009, in recognition of his commitment to the underprivileged and efforts on behalf of disadvantaged, hungry and suffering people throughout the world.
Lewis launched a website; Fit Forever, dedicated to empowering youth and adults, and to improving their lives through physical activity and a healthy lifestyle. He also runs the Carl Lewis Entertainment Corp.
Lewis said his passion for public service came from his father, who, he said, “instilled in me the values that I will bring to Trenton – unquestioned integrity, a can-do spirit, caring for one’s neighbors, and the ability to work with others despite differences of opinion. While he isn’t here to see me take this great step, my father’s life of hard work and commitment to family and the community is an enduring source of inspiration to me”
Lewis said he feels uniquely qualified to serve in the State Legislature because of his life experiences and his vision for the future. “I believe I can really make a difference because of what I’ve done, where I’ve been, and the people I have met all over the world. I have seen excellence in education, in athletics, and in business, both here in the United States and in other countries. I know that if we all work hard enough, we can achieve a newfound excellence here in New Jersey.”
Lewis said he intended to run “a peoples’ campaign” because “this race is about more than just me. It’s about all the people of this district and our state. We all want change, and we all want solutions to our most pressing problems. In this campaign, I will visit every town in the district. I will knock on your door and listen to your concerns and hopes for the future. I want you to run with me so we can win this race together.”
Once elected, Lewis said, “my door will be open to everyone. Every citizen will have a seat at the table.” He said there is a better chance of bringing about change and making New Jersey a better place for everyone if elected officials and ordinary citizens work together toward a common goal.
“With commitment, hard work and vision, we can make our state a model for the rest of the nation,” Lewis said.
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APRIL 11, 2011
CONTACT: Michael Muller
(609) 392-3367, Ext. 28
OLYMPIC CHAMPION CARL LEWIS DECLARES CANDIDACY FOR
STATE SENATE
Nine-Time Gold Medalist Calls for an End to Culture of Mediocrity in New Jersey
Schools; Spending and Tax Reforms to Make State More Affordable; and a
Commitment to Excellence in Government, Education and Business
(MOUNT HOLLY, NJ) – Carl Lewis, the legendary Olympian who took his first steps toward worldwide acclaim on the track at Willingboro High School, is now running to challenge the status quo in Trenton and make government a positive force for the people of New Jersey. The nine-time Olympic Gold Medalist, who was named “Olympian of the (20th) Century,” declared his candidacy today for the Democratic State Senate nomination in the Eighth District. Lewis advanced a broad agenda for reform, including an end to “a culture of mediocrity” in the state’s educational system. He also said he was determined to promote a new environment of civility and bi-partisanship in New Jersey politics.
“South Jersey is where I grew up and learned what matters - that hard work, family values and commitment to others can make a difference,” said Lewis, whose family moved to Willingboro when he was two years old. Lewis, a volunteer track coach at his high school, added, “I’m proud of where I came from, proud to be back, and ready to step up to serve the taxpayers of this great state that afforded me so many wonderful opportunities. This is my chance to give back to my community, the South Jersey region and the entire state that has meant so much to me.”
Lewis said he is running because of a passion to improve the quality of life for New Jersey’s families. He said he will champion reforms that make the state a more affordable place to live and work, while raising the standards of New Jersey’s schools, infrastructure and other public services.
“We cannot rest until we make sure that our families can afford to live and raise their kids here, that our seniors can remain in their homes and afford their health and pharmaceutical costs, and that our children receive the first-class education they need to be competitive in a global economy,” Lewis said. “To accomplish that, we must make commonsense reductions in the cost of government without lowering our standards or creating even more hardships for the most vulnerable in our society.”
Lewis said he was seeking public office in part because of the increasingly acrimonious nature of politics in Washington, Trenton and governments across the nation. Long-accepted partisanship, he said, has turned personal and bitter, making compromise and meaningful solutions to difficult problems harder than ever to achieve.
“It’s time to change the political discourse in New Jersey and around the country,” Lewis said. “The people are fed up with their elected officials playing the blame game and treating their political counterparts as enemies. Our responsibility is to do what’s necessary to get the job done, to work together for the sake of our future and our childrens’ future. I will work across partisan lines to do that.”
Lewis’ storied career as a track-and-field star spanned from 1979 through 1996. In addition to winning nine Gold Medals of an overall 10 Olympic medals, he won another 10 World Championship medals, nine of which were Gold. He was named Olympian of the Century by Sports Illustrated, and Sportsman of the Century by the International Olympic Committee.
A firm believer that sports should be used as a platform for good works, Lewis has utilized his athletic status to support worthy causes and directly serve the needs of others. Since his retirement from active competition in 1997, he has been involved with hundreds of charitable events and causes. He created the Carl Lewis Foundation, a charitable endeavor with a special focus on three particular organizations: Best Buddies, which provides social and job opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; The United Negro College Fund, underscoring his commitment to educational initiatives; and the Wendy Marx Foundation for Organ Donor Awareness, which he co-founded after a friend underwent a life-saving liver transplant. He was named Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 2009, in recognition of his commitment to the underprivileged and efforts on behalf of disadvantaged, hungry and suffering people throughout the world.
Lewis launched a website; Fit Forever, dedicated to empowering youth and adults, and to improving their lives through physical activity and a healthy lifestyle. He also runs the Carl Lewis Entertainment Corp.
Lewis said his passion for public service came from his father, who, he said, “instilled in me the values that I will bring to Trenton – unquestioned integrity, a can-do spirit, caring for one’s neighbors, and the ability to work with others despite differences of opinion. While he isn’t here to see me take this great step, my father’s life of hard work and commitment to family and the community is an enduring source of inspiration to me”
Lewis said he feels uniquely qualified to serve in the State Legislature because of his life experiences and his vision for the future. “I believe I can really make a difference because of what I’ve done, where I’ve been, and the people I have met all over the world. I have seen excellence in education, in athletics, and in business, both here in the United States and in other countries. I know that if we all work hard enough, we can achieve a newfound excellence here in New Jersey.”
Lewis said he intended to run “a peoples’ campaign” because “this race is about more than just me. It’s about all the people of this district and our state. We all want change, and we all want solutions to our most pressing problems. In this campaign, I will visit every town in the district. I will knock on your door and listen to your concerns and hopes for the future. I want you to run with me so we can win this race together.”
Once elected, Lewis said, “my door will be open to everyone. Every citizen will have a seat at the table.” He said there is a better chance of bringing about change and making New Jersey a better place for everyone if elected officials and ordinary citizens work together toward a common goal.
“With commitment, hard work and vision, we can make our state a model for the rest of the nation,” Lewis said.
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5 Amazing Running Tips For Beginners Discussed
Image via WikipediaStaying motivated is probably the hardest thing to do as a running newbie . In the following article I'll be giving you my top 5 beginner running tips that have been integral to successes over the last year.
1. Set yourself a target. A target is very important to your progress, without one you may be inclined to give up too easily . Use your target as motivation for your run, it could be run a marathon within 2 years or losing 2lb within a month it does not matter. Once you have completed your target set yourself a new one!
2. Invest in the correct equipment . I was temped to just stick with my 3 year old gym trainers, but without the ankle support of the correct running shoes you could end up injuring yourself. Buying new trainers is also a great motivation, you will find yourself wanting to try them out. Running and choosing the correct apparel is very important as comfort and focus could be compromised .
3. Invite a friend. Bring out your competitive streak by inviting a friend along, you'd be surprised at how much difference this can make . Don't be scared to invite a friend that is a experienced runner than yourself, I guarantee that they will help you find a good pace. If you cannot find someone who is willing to run with you or you prefer to run alone, sign up to the many social runner websites that make it easy for you to challenge people that are of a similar level.
4. Starting off slow and gradually working your way up is the best routine to take . Start at a slow steady pace and hold it for at least 5 minutes, if you feel comfortable gradually speed up. You should never get out of breath but if you do start to struggle just lower your pace never stop or walk. Once you build up a little experience your correct pace will come naturally.
5. Give injuries time. Injuries can push back your targets and if you are unfortunate enough to get one you must give it plenty of time to heal . Many running related injuries are reoccurring which could put you back to square one if you are not very careful. To get back to full fitness after a lengthy time injured take a lot of small runs, and if you feel any signs of it coming back stop immediately.
I hope these running tips will help you achieve all of your running goals!
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Learning the Different Types of Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus or simply termed as diabetic issues has three distinct types. These are type 1 diabetic issues, type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes.
Type 1 Diabetes
Also known as, juvenile diabetic issues is definitely an insulin-dependent condition that results from the destruction of experiment with tissue in pancreas that creates the blood insulin. The main source of energy for those cells is sugar which in turn needs blood insulin essential for sugar to get involved with tissue used for producing the energy. The actual subsequent lack of insulin may lead to higher bloodstream as well as pee glucose. Therefore, classical the signs of frequent urination or even polyuria, elevated thirstiness (polydipsia), increased food cravings (polyphagia) and weight loss might frequently skilled of the individual using this type of diabetic issues.
The cause of this type one diabetes is mainly due to environmental factors and hereditary endowment. This means that the actual occurrance of the illness comes from a variety of genetics that contribute to it's phrase.
Type 2 Diabetes
This type of diabetes is really a long term illness characterized by high amounts of glucose in the blood. It is mostly common and usually happens about the adult stage. When you have type 2 diabetes, the body particularly fats, liver as well as muscle cells do not react correctly in order to insulin. What actually happens is there is actually insulin opposition by which blood insulin becomes less effective within lowering bloodstream sugar. Consequently, there isn't any energy saved since blood sugar levels does not get in to cells leading to unusually high levels of sugars build-up in the bloodstream. This particular abnormality is often referred to as hyperglycemia. This from many times triggers the actual pancreas to create a lot of blood insulin but is not sufficient to supply the need of the body. For most instances, body fat inhibits the capacity of the entire body to utilize insulin that's the reason obese people are susceptible to possess the tendency to blood insulin resistance. However, slim types aren't an exception especially the older types because they can also produce type 2 diabetes.
Low exercise degree, poor nutritional administration and also over pounds tend to be possible grounds with regard to developing type 2 diabetes. Additionally, in case your family has already established history of the disease you will likely inherit exactly the same.
Gestational Diabetes
GDM is a condition by which women who do not show signs associated with diabetes before pregnancy demonstrates high levels of blood sugar during gestation time period. It is occasionally carefully related to type 2 diabetes as it is also blood insulin opposition. According to studies, about 3-10% of the human population is impacting women that are pregnant to possess gestational diabetes. The hormone created throughout the maternal time period may probably a contributing factor to improve a woman's blood insulin resistance resulting to impaired glucose tolerance.
Mothers who've gestational diabetes are extremely prone to developing type 2 diabetes after giving birth. Infants on the other hand may produce childhood obesity, reduced blood sugar levels and jaundice. Later on as the kid develops, they might get type 2 diabetes if blood sugar is not sufficiently controlled. Nutritional customization, physical exercise, blood insulin remedy and self-care are extremely important to decrease the risk of getting a more severe illness. Just simply go to this site http://www.diabetes-type.org for you to gain a lot of helpful information.
Type 1 Diabetes
Also known as, juvenile diabetic issues is definitely an insulin-dependent condition that results from the destruction of experiment with tissue in pancreas that creates the blood insulin. The main source of energy for those cells is sugar which in turn needs blood insulin essential for sugar to get involved with tissue used for producing the energy. The actual subsequent lack of insulin may lead to higher bloodstream as well as pee glucose. Therefore, classical the signs of frequent urination or even polyuria, elevated thirstiness (polydipsia), increased food cravings (polyphagia) and weight loss might frequently skilled of the individual using this type of diabetic issues.
The cause of this type one diabetes is mainly due to environmental factors and hereditary endowment. This means that the actual occurrance of the illness comes from a variety of genetics that contribute to it's phrase.
Type 2 Diabetes
This type of diabetes is really a long term illness characterized by high amounts of glucose in the blood. It is mostly common and usually happens about the adult stage. When you have type 2 diabetes, the body particularly fats, liver as well as muscle cells do not react correctly in order to insulin. What actually happens is there is actually insulin opposition by which blood insulin becomes less effective within lowering bloodstream sugar. Consequently, there isn't any energy saved since blood sugar levels does not get in to cells leading to unusually high levels of sugars build-up in the bloodstream. This particular abnormality is often referred to as hyperglycemia. This from many times triggers the actual pancreas to create a lot of blood insulin but is not sufficient to supply the need of the body. For most instances, body fat inhibits the capacity of the entire body to utilize insulin that's the reason obese people are susceptible to possess the tendency to blood insulin resistance. However, slim types aren't an exception especially the older types because they can also produce type 2 diabetes.
Low exercise degree, poor nutritional administration and also over pounds tend to be possible grounds with regard to developing type 2 diabetes. Additionally, in case your family has already established history of the disease you will likely inherit exactly the same.
Gestational Diabetes
GDM is a condition by which women who do not show signs associated with diabetes before pregnancy demonstrates high levels of blood sugar during gestation time period. It is occasionally carefully related to type 2 diabetes as it is also blood insulin opposition. According to studies, about 3-10% of the human population is impacting women that are pregnant to possess gestational diabetes. The hormone created throughout the maternal time period may probably a contributing factor to improve a woman's blood insulin resistance resulting to impaired glucose tolerance.
Mothers who've gestational diabetes are extremely prone to developing type 2 diabetes after giving birth. Infants on the other hand may produce childhood obesity, reduced blood sugar levels and jaundice. Later on as the kid develops, they might get type 2 diabetes if blood sugar is not sufficiently controlled. Nutritional customization, physical exercise, blood insulin remedy and self-care are extremely important to decrease the risk of getting a more severe illness. Just simply go to this site http://www.diabetes-type.org for you to gain a lot of helpful information.
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3 Tips To Help You Lose Weight
Image via WikipediaWeight loss can be really tricky. Millions of people every year try to stick to a diet and find that after just a week or so they end up cheating on it or giving up, and then they repeat that cycle again a few months later. So why does that happen? Well I think it is the way people approach their diets, and the actual diet programs that they are following, the 3 tips below should help you stick to your diet for the long term so you can get the results you deserve:
Don't Make Your Diet Too Strict: People always want to lose weight as fast as possible, and they think that following a really strict diet which severely limits the amount of calories and the type of foods you can eat, is the best way to do that. The problem with being really restricted is you feel deprived and you want to cheat, but then if you do cheat you will feel really guilty and that makes you give up.
Instead go for a moderate diet which will help you lose weight slowly but consistently, while not making you feel really deprived. You probably don't want to hear me say you should lose weight slower, most people want to lose all their excess weight in 2 weeks and then get off the diet, but if you go back to how you normally eat then that is what made you overweight in the first place! Instead if you follow a less strict diet then you can be on that for months or years until you reach your target weight, by then you will be so used to eating in that way you won't even want to go back to your old eating habits!.
Have Time Off Every Once In A While: This ties in with above, if you are always on a diet and always restricted then you will want to rebel again. When all your friends go out and have a restaurant meal and you are stuck having soup as that is all you are allowed, then it makes you feel bad and you want to get off the diet. Instead, for two Saturdays a month then come off the diet and eat the foods you are not normally allowed to (in moderation) then go back onto the diet on Sunday, you will be able to cope with being on a diet much better that way.
Get A Friend To Go On The Diet With You: Misery really does love company, and sometimes it feels like you are the only person trying to lose weight out of all your friends. So ask around at work to find someone who also wants to lose weight, or ask a friend, and then you have someone to support you when things get tough, to celebrate your successes with, and it will make it harder for you to give up as you would have to tell them you were quitting!
If you are considering a new diet then check out what InsideYourDiet.com has to say about it before you part with any cash.
5 Ways to Workout on a Budget
Image by Ed Yourdon via Flickr1. Ebay and other discount sites - You don’t need to be in a classroom with a peppy teacher to get those hard workouts you love. On Ebay you can search for your favorite workout DVDs at prices you can afford for the same quality as classes at the gym. You can also find workout DVDs listed on craiglist.com and online DVD retailers at ultra deep discounts.
2. Search Yard Sales- There are many people that buy exercise equipment expecting to use it and then never do. When they don’t use it, the sell it for low prices that may fit into your tight budget. Many will even bargain just to get rid of it so it’s not still sitting around reminding them that they aren’t using it. Just don’t let it happen to you!
3. Tag Along!- Find a friend that has a gym membership and tag along with them. Most gyms allow member’s guest passes to bring their friends with them. It allows you all the same benefits without paying a dime.
4. Circuit Training at the park- You don’t need to be in your home or a gym to exercise. Go down to the nearest park and use the benches to stretch. Run the hiking trails and stop every once and a while for little burst of different activities. This is an easy way to get out and enjoy the day while saving money.
5. Home Gym - Another easy way to save money is to use the things you all ready have. You can sit on a soccer ball as a makeshift abdominal cruncher. Or, use a stair to work your calves. Many other household objects can help you get fit with out spending money on new equipment.
These five tips can help you get fit and stay fit without breaking the bank. Just be sure not too be too cheap and to always work out safely. Always see a doctor before you begin any new diet or exercise plan.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Do You Know - What Is A Diabetes Diet - For Type II Diabetes
Image via WikipediaThose that get a type 2 diabetes diagnosis (whether they have Diabetes Symptoms or not) think they must go on a special Diabetes Diet. However, that is not the case. Just about any food can still be on the menu. There are a few rules that will transform the diet of those with a new diagnosis though. One is that you eat at regular meal times. This regular intake helps moderate the blood glucose levels. Many find adopting a regular schedule of meals and snacks keep their glucose under control. Many find eating several small meals instead of two or three large ones helps as well. Eating the same quantities of food each day also helps the body regulate blood sugar levels.
Another change that those with type 2 Diabetes usually make is eating foods in moderate amounts and in good combinations. Eating anything with carbohydrates in large amounts spikes glucose levels. Eating a meal made entire of carbohydrates will spike glucose levels. Combining carbohydrates with proteins and fats, helps keep glucose levels under control. Eating moderate amounts of carbohydrates, helps keep glucose levels under control. Many diabetics need to experiment to find what foods and combinations of foods that keep their glucose levels in check.
Carbohydrates then convert into glucose in the blood during digestion. However, they are necessary for the body to function properly. The best choices for almost anyone are eating healthy forms of carbohydrates. These include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, as well as legumes. Getting good amounts of fiber helps keep blood sugar levels under control as well. Nuts and wheat bran plus vegetables, fruits, and legumes are excellent ways to get fiber. Avoiding or limiting unhealthy forms of carbohydrates, also helps regulate glucose as well. This now means that having chocolate cake may be a rare treat. Patients with Type 2 Diabetes must balance it with vegetables, proteins, and other healthy choices.
Type 2 diabetes increases the risk of heart disease. It is extremely important to select the right foods that do not bring unhealthy fats. Meats with high levels of saturated fats are not very good choices. Foods with high trans fat levels like those deep-fried do not make good choices. Healthy fats are usually derived come from plant sources. Trimming fat from meat or skin from poultry helps reduce the level of the unhealthy fats. Avoiding deep frying is also another way. Grilling, baking, broiling, and stir frying are good ways to cook without introducing unhealthy fats. It is all a matter of adjusting your eating habits instead of going on a special diet.
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Claims on the Benefits of Barefoot Running
Image via WikipediaRunning is a sensible way to increase physical fitness in most cases the sole expense connected with running is a good pair of running shoes. However, there has been lots of media attention being paid on the thought of barefoot running. Despite this attention it is only practised by a minuscule group of runners. There appears to be 2 groups of runner that participate in barefoot running. You will find runners who use many without shoes exercises included in their running regimen and there are the ones which the full idea of barefoot running as a philosophy.
It is primarily the later camp that make a number of amazing statements regarding barefoot jogging. There are claims that barefoot running strengthens the muscle groups and expensive running shoes weaken muscles, but there is simply no studies to support that. There are statements that there are much less overuse injuiries in barefoot runners, but there's absolutely no studies to back that. Barefoot runners tend to run more on the ball of the foot and avoid the rearfoot impacts. The without footwear athletes maintain that the rearfoot impacts landings the explantion for many overuse injuries, however there is not one running injury connected with higher rearfoot loads. They also ignore the excess loads that go through the forefoot and also Calf msucles whenever forefoot striking. There's also claims the current running shoes are harmful and leads to a lot of the injuries in runners, but once again there isn't any data showing this. You can find statements that athletic shoes are a element in arthritis, but the data is that runners do not get more arthritis than the general populace.
Plenty of statements have been created regarding elite runners who run without shoes by supporters of barefoot running. Abebe Bikala won the 1960 Olympic marathon without footwear, however he did compete faster and claim a world record when he started wearing running shoes. Zola Budd took part at the Olympic level running barefoot, however she needed to begin using athletic shoes to avoid the overuse injuries which she started having.
There is a number of research studies that have compared barefoot running to shod running as well as have furthermore looked at heel impact running to ball of the foot running. All the studies actually demonstrated was that they are different. No studies in fact confirmed that one was better than one other. The press and also the barefoot running community generally misunderstand these kinds of scientific studies to state that barefoot running is way better. There is possibly nothing wrong with running barefoot provided it's carried out cautiously, adjusted to slowly and gradually and included in a balanced exercise program. Where the problems happen is in the understanding and also misrepresentation of the scientific studies. This has led to a number of statements in the media and on barefoot running internet sites that aren't supported by evidence which is said to support the statements.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Barefoot Running
Image via WikipediaIt is this later camp which make a number of amazing statements for without footwear running. You can find claims that barefoot running beefs up the muscle groups as well as expensive athletic shoes damage muscles, but there's simply no research to back up this. You can find statements that you have less running injuries in without footwear runners, but there's absolutely no studies to back that. Barefoot runners tend to run more on the ball of the foot and avoid the rearfoot impacts. The without footwear athletes claim that the heel impacts are the explantion for the majority of running injuries, but there is not one running injury associated with greater rearfoot loads. Additionally they disregard the excess loads that go through the ball of the foot as well as Achilles tendon whenever forefoot striking. Additionally, there are claims the modern day athletic shoes are hazardous and brings about many of the injuries in athletes, but again there is no proof collaborating that. There are claims that athletic shoes also can be a factor in osteoarthritis, however the data is that runners do not get more arthritis than the non-running population.
Plenty of claims have been made about elite athletes who compete without footwear by supporters of barefoot running. Abebe Bikala was first in the 1960 Olympic marathon barefoot, but he did run faster and break a world record when he began using athletic shoes. Zola Budd competed at the Olympic 1500 meters running barefoot, yet she had to start using athletic shoes to avoid the overuse injuries which she began getting.
There is numerous research studies that have contrasted barefoot running to footwear running and have furthermore looked at heel impact running to ball of the foot running. Every one of the studies in fact showed was that they were different. No studies actually showed any particular one was better than one other. The press as well as the barefoot running groups generally misunderstand these kinds of scientific studies to declare that barefoot running is best. There's most likely nothing wrong with running without shoes provided it is done cautiously, adjusted to slowly and used as part of a well balanced exercise program. Where the problems take place is in the comprehending and also interpretation of the research. This has led to several assertions in the press as well as on barefoot running internet sites which are not based on the evidence that is claimed to back the statements.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Top 5 Best Yoga Positions For Beginners
Image via WikipediaYoga can help you achieve peacefulness and a harmonious balance between your mind and body. It has a lot of health benefits such as improving your posture, relieving stress and stretching your tight muscles. However, if you are only a beginner in this art and science of yoga, you might get that natural feeling of uneasiness when you see the different yoga positions. Add to that the fact that each position has a strange and sometimes intimidating name to it.
These beginner yoga poses will help anyone to get easily acquainted with yoga. This will get them started on the right foot, allowing for the gradual move to more intricate yoga positions. Nevertheless, easy or hard, every yoga pose has a corresponding health benefit to give to you.
1. The Child's Pose
Also called the Child's Pose, it will stretch your hips, thighs and ankles. It can also help with mild back pain problems. To achieve this, you must drop on the floor spreading your knees as wide as you can while keeping your big toes touching each other. Rest your belly on top of your thighs and then let your forehead touch the floor. Then your arms should be stretched upward above your head.
2. The Tadasana
This yoga position is called the Mountain Pose and it will greatly help with your posture. To do this you must stand straight on your mat with your head and neck properly aligned to your spine. Make sure that your big toes are touching each other. When you do this position your knees will naturally be pressed on each other which may cause some discomfort to most people. To relieve this pressure, spread out your knees a little bit on the sides allowing for a little space between them.
3. Cat Stretch
This yoga position will strengthen your abdominals and stretch your spine. To do this position, you should drop on all fours and then straighten out your back. Just think of an invisible line that is drawn starting from your head, to your neck and finally to your spine. Keep this invisible line straight all the time. Hold this pose for two minutes.
4. Standing Forward Bend
This is also known as the Standing Forward Bend position and it will stretch out your hamstrings allowing for more flexibility. You start by standing straight on the floor or mat. Next, bend forward while keeping both legs straight. Your palms should then be touching the sides of your feet. Hold this position until you feel your hamstrings have been stretched as you desired.
5. Urdhva Hastasana
Also called the Raised Hands Pose and it is one of the easiest yoga positions to do. It will help improve your posture as well as your thigh muscles. You start out by standing straight on the floor or yoga mat. Always keep your back straight when doing this position. Next, put your arms in the air and keep it straight. Both of your palms should touch each other. Keep your head and neck straight and just feel your back muscles being stretched.
Brief Definition Of Diabetes
Image via WikipediaDiabetes mellitus is just about the factors behind dying nowadays plus the mortality rate is raising. Many experts have mentioned that about one.six million situations associated with diabetes mellitus happen to be recognized throughout america and also The country according to research. One of the brings about that can be blamed is actually being overweight. The popularity associated with junk food that is fundamentally fatty along with oily amongst active employees causes being overweight. Insufficient exercising along with training is among the leads to. People consider that it must be according to your genetic constitute or even the genealogy of your personal. Whichever the grounds tend to be, it is best if you are to be aware of signs of diabetes. This may ensure it is less complicated on their behalf to avoid this or even handle that as early as possible.
You can find three types of diabetes and every kind features symptoms which can be exactly like the other people as well as distinct using ways. Variety My spouse and i diabetes or perhaps precisely what others call up Diabetes will be the problem from the physique which is known with the failure on the pancreas to form ample blood insulin and that is important to control the level of blood sugars chemistry. If the bloodstream sugar is excessive, the blood insulin oversees it to prevent problems but is not producing adequate insulin would result in diabetes. The signs of diabetes Type I acquire very quickly generally within days or perhaps a few months. Regular urination, blurry vision, flu-like signs and symptoms will be the frequent indicators regarding sort My spouse and i diabetes mellitus. That will certainly mentioned furthermore that searchers using Kind I all forms of diabetes may discover a sudden loss of excess fat or perhaps unexplainable exhaustion in the daytime.
Variety The second diabetes mellitus is one of widespread sort. This is portrayed through the failure of the system to utilize your made insulin shots through the pancreas. There exists insulin resistance where body fat, the liver as well as the muscle tissue cellular material usually do not answer properly towards the insulin shots. Sugars must be governed from the blood insulin consider your body bodily organs really don't react usually, high a higher level glucose build-up within the blood generating your pancreas produce additional blood insulin which the entire body can not sustain. This sort is quite typical between overweight people because fat deposits causes it to be difficult to the system make use of insulin shots. The particular signs of diabetes type 2 would certainly include elevated desire, improved appetite burry imaginative and prescient vision as well as even worse erectile dysfunction. The twelve signs inside kind The second diabetes mellitus acquire a lot more slowly and gradually plus it requires a while and that is often subtle as well as entirely absent.
Having the signs of diabetes is critical for the best sort of treatment of diabetes. Following a proper diet and also developing a physical exercise would be the fundamental items you have to complete to counteract the idea. Nevertheless, just before doing these self-treatments, it is better to be able to consult your doctor to decide the correct diet plan and appropriate physical exercise for you. No one understands superior to a medical expert. You are able to find out about diabetes mellitus once you go to http://www.SignOfDiabetes.org.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Type 2 Diabetes- Prevention Is Not Hard ! Please Explain !Is That The Case? Time To Move on!
Image via WikipediaAnother method for preventing the development of type 2 diabetes is getting more fiber in your diet. You might know that fiber is a non-digested part of food that actually helps regulate how fast a person digests a meal. It additionally helps with body weight control as one feels fuller faster. Research shows that it helps lower the risk for heart disease. Wholegrain foods are still another thing to include to your diet regimen to possibly hold off the start of Type II Diabetes. Research shows that in some cases adding whole grains to your diet lowers blood glucose levels. While no one is sure why, it is a reason to get it into your diet. When looking at the food package, make sure that a whole grain is the first ingredient. If it is not, then skip to the next one.
Losing weight is another way to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Its great to know decreasing as little as 5% of your present weight can certainly have a big impact on your chance of preventing Diabetes. When combined with exercise, that small amount of weight loss will drop your chances of developing diabetes by over half. Don’t follow the easy route of the fad diet to lose the body weight though. The healthiest way to lose the weight and keep blood sugars on an even keel is by changing your diet in healthy ways. Add more healthy foods to your diet. Minimise the amounts of the fats and sweets. Eat more smaller portions. All of these help you lose weight without the fad diets.
A sedentary lifestyle combined with excessive weight is a recipe for developing Type 2 Diabetes. Understand that that if you then add a family history of it, your risks go astronomical. Taking some steps early and also rapidly, will definitely help slow it down or even prevent it. Why take a chance? Make the changes and keep the wolf away.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Diabetes 2 Diet - What Role In Diabetes 2 !
Image via WikipediaAlthough the full reversal of Type 2 Diabetes through diet alone is still open for debate, it is widely that accepted that adhering to a diabetes diet plays an important part in managing the disease. The foods that a person chooses has an important part in his/her health as well as keeping the disease at bay. Regardless of whether your aimis to attempt to get red of your symptoms altogether or to just to slow the progression of them, everyone with diabetes should play close attention to everything in their diet.
As the role that our diet plays in prevention, as well as onset of Type 2 Diabetes , is well known it would stand to reason that it will greatly affect the effect the disease has on individuals as well. Interestingly, although Diabetes 2 is significantly dependent and responsive to the food choices made, type 1 can be managed to some degree through nutrition as well. Exercise is also said to have a significant impact on both types as well. This shows that a healthy lifestyle has a great deal to improve, and possibly eliminate, Diabetes 2.
First and foremost, if weight is currently an issue, there should be a focus on reduction. The fact that one overweight is one of the primary risk factors in developing Type 2 Diabetes and can play a big part in its progression. It is never too late to start improving your diet and maintaining a healthy weight, but the earlier you start making improvements, the better off you will be. Any adjustments you can make to lower your body fat through a diabetes diet and exercise will greatly serve you by keeping the severity and incidence of your symptoms at bay.
Proper nutrition for diabetes type 2 involves a well balanced diet. This diet should include a variety of vegetables and whole grains that are low on the glycemic index.Focusing on slow burning carbohydrates instead of high glycemic ones will help you manage your blood sugar level and keep it on an even keel. Instead of relying on trans and saturated fats that can negatively impact cholesterol levels, you should include mainly healthy, unsaturated fats. It is an undisputed fact that focusing on incorporating a selection of protein at every meal also will help in addressing your health and even blood glucosereadings. Ensuring to moderate these things will result in a healthy diabetes diet that will lessen the effects and help delay the advancement of the disease.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
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Attempting to lose all that extra weight I put on over the Holidays
Image via WikipediaI am reducing my carb intake, but not cutting it out like South Beach and Atkins suggest. The body needs carbos to function and cutting carbs out totally is only a short term solution to a life long problem. So here is what i find to be successful:
- eat 6 times a day, not 6 small meals, but 3 balanced healthy meals and 3 healthy snacks
- keep carb intake to 45 grams for each meal and 15 grams per snake.
- eat breakfast everyday
- drink alot of water, I mean a lot
I will keep you posted as to my progress, the goal is to drop 1.5 lbs per week. So Iam not looking for a fast fix but a steady progression to a goal. Iam also not going to be a slave to my scale, only weighing myself once a week on monday morning. although I want to drop these 18 lbs, I am more concerned with my body measurements, waist, chest, BMI and body fat % my targets are as follows:
Waist 34 inches
BMI 17
Body fat 18%
Saturday, January 8, 2011
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Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Proven Ways To Increase Your Metabolism Rate!
Should you want to lose weight and at the same time not go by way of the dreaded exercises or diet control, the best alternative is increasing your metabolism rate (MRR). It’s natural and does not have any side effects. Actually, it is very easy to do as it doesn’t need you to starve yourself. Fairly the opposite truly.
Here are some proven methods to improve your metabolism rate:
• Don’t skip breakfast: Plenty of individuals skip over their breakfast for several causes. Do not feel like consuming, in a hurry, etc. That doesn’t support your body since it’s prepared following a sound sleep to obtain some food in. It’ll increase your metabolism rate.
• Have several little meals each day: As opposed to having only three meals the standard way, you ought to instead have various little meals throughout the day. This, too, assists improve your metabolism rate.
• Drink green tea: A number of current studies have shown that green tea is 1 of the far more efficient indicates to lose fats. Contain green tea inside your daily habits and lose fats a lot more effectively!
• Get a sound sleep: Yep, sound sleep is extremely important. Sleeping is something that you like. Ensure you sleep at the proper time and wake up at the correct time, too. This may give your physique the time to energize itself as soon as once more.
• Plenty of water: Water has umpteen number of benefits. Drinking a lot of water also assists improve your metabolism rate. So intake a lot of water each day. Experts suggest at least 8 glass of water throughout the day.
These are some suggestions that will immensely help you increase your metabolism rate and in turn, burn fats quickly. Should you want a lot more of these, go to fat burning furnace here. Fat burning furnace is one of the most productive weight loss items obtainable within the marketplace these days helping millions of people lose weight and get fit.
Here are some proven methods to improve your metabolism rate:
• Don’t skip breakfast: Plenty of individuals skip over their breakfast for several causes. Do not feel like consuming, in a hurry, etc. That doesn’t support your body since it’s prepared following a sound sleep to obtain some food in. It’ll increase your metabolism rate.
• Have several little meals each day: As opposed to having only three meals the standard way, you ought to instead have various little meals throughout the day. This, too, assists improve your metabolism rate.
• Drink green tea: A number of current studies have shown that green tea is 1 of the far more efficient indicates to lose fats. Contain green tea inside your daily habits and lose fats a lot more effectively!
• Get a sound sleep: Yep, sound sleep is extremely important. Sleeping is something that you like. Ensure you sleep at the proper time and wake up at the correct time, too. This may give your physique the time to energize itself as soon as once more.
• Plenty of water: Water has umpteen number of benefits. Drinking a lot of water also assists improve your metabolism rate. So intake a lot of water each day. Experts suggest at least 8 glass of water throughout the day.
These are some suggestions that will immensely help you increase your metabolism rate and in turn, burn fats quickly. Should you want a lot more of these, go to fat burning furnace here. Fat burning furnace is one of the most productive weight loss items obtainable within the marketplace these days helping millions of people lose weight and get fit.
Monday, January 3, 2011
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Saturday, January 1, 2011
Acai Berry Actives Review
Image via WikipediaAt this point, pretty very much everybody has heard with the acai berry. With claims of being a fat loss miracle, the acai berry is about the forefront from the industry these days. The truth is, acai does work, but it's difficult to decide which health supplement is greatest to buy. By far the best excess weight loss health supplement for the marketplace currently is Acai Berry Actives. This supplement combines acai berries with other normal ingredients to provide you with a powerful health supplement that will boost your metabolism, boost energy levels, and improve your immune process.
The key to Acai Berry Actives is obviously the acai berry itself. The acai berry's secret is it's packed full of more important nutrients and anti oxidants then any other fruit within the market. With Acai Berry Actives, they combine the rich anti oxidant properties of acai with other vital vitamins and nutrients to give you an all natural fat loss supplement that should shed off the pounds.
With certified 100% pure Amazonian acai berries, Acai Berry Actives function. Doctors are raging about the incredible advantages and Hollywood celebrities have been using this secret for years. A number of other items make promises that do not deliver, but this isn't the case with Acai Berry Actives. This great health supplement will help you lose excess weight and feel better.
Acai Berry Actives believe in their merchandise and provide you a risk totally free trial so you are able to be sure that you simply are getting a product that should function for you. On top of that, when buying specified packages you'll be able to get up to three free of charge bottles, that's a $150 value. Acai Berry Actives has more advantages then I can count; it will boost your immune process allowing you to feel healthier, enhance power levels generating you more active, and raise your metabolism permitting you to shed off the pounds. It's uncomplicated to see there's no reason you shouldn't be trying Acai Berry Actives these days.
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