Lower Table Rock Hike and Savannah Loop 5k

After taking yesterday off from exercise, other than a few hours of helping a friend move, I had a fairly active day today.
I started the day with a few hours of keeping up with a very active Hailey and then a friend and I ran 5k on the Lower Table Rock Savannah Loop followed by a relaxed hike up to the plateau.

Exercise Unlocks the Stem Cells of Our Muscles
Working out can help you shed pounds – but that’s just the beginning. Research has found that “endurance exercises,” like a Central Park jog or a spinning class, can make us look younger. The key, exercise, unlocks the stem cells of our muscles.  read more

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Upper Table Rock Run and Heavy Bag

I was going to take a break from the trails today but the weather was just too nice and I headed out to Upper Table Rock for a fun run.  I followed this with a 30 minute heavy bag workout.  Plus, I started and ended my day with brisk 1/2 walks with clients.

37 percent of people completely lost
"In sum and all averaged out, it’s safe to say about 37 percent of Americans are just not very bright. Or rather, quite shockingly dumb. Perhaps beyond reach. Perhaps beyond hope or redemption."  read more

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Lower Table Rock Run

After taking care of business in the morning, I headed out to Lower Table Rock for an awesome run......and every week there's more wildflowers to brighten up the run!

“Paleofantasy”: Stone Age delusions
An evolutionary biologist explains why everything you think you know about cavemen (and their diet) is wrong  read more

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Upper Table Rock Run

I took advantage of the great weather and a little free time today and did a great Upper Table Rock run followed by some much needed yard work (still a lot to do though).

Quitting smoking helps hearts, even with weight gain
People who have quit smoking have a lower chance of suffering a heart attack or stroke than current smokers - even if they put on a few extra pounds in the process, according to a new study.  read more

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Tabatas

Thanks to a slow business day I had a little extra time on my hands.  So, I started by getting my taxes done...WooHoo!!  I rewarded myself with a great Tabata workout of suspension pullups, pushups and jump squats plus stability ball crunches.  I had just enough time to mow the lawn too.

U.S. manages disease, not health
The most insistent political question of the past four years has been: How can more Americans get access to medical care?
The federal response was the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Better known as "Obamacare," it is a complex mix of insurance changes and tax credits. When the act takes effect on January 1, 2014, it will provide access to insurance to about 30 million people who currently don't have it.
Unfortunately, that was the wrong question. So the looming "answer" is wrong as well.  read more

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Lower Table Rock Run, Snatches and a Clean Car

Due to a timely cancellation, I had time for plenty of activity today.  After getting my morning started with a couple of brisk 1/2 mile walks with a client I headed out to Lower Table Rock for a fun run around the eastern edge of the plateau and back down the hill.  Afterward I spent about 30 mins doing snatches, power snatches and a few overhead squats.  I still had a little energy left over so I gave my car a long overdue cleaning inside and out.

Know your nutrients: carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are an important energy source in your diet. All carbohydrates contain four calories per gram. Grains, fruits, and vegetables are good sources of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates include starches, naturally occurring and added sugars, and fiber.  read more

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Rest Day

It was time to schedule in a rest day after a busy week of heavy lifting and trail runs/hikes.  So, other than a few hours with an extremely active Hailey and a couple of hours of household chores, I just took it easy today.

Movie Theater Snack Attack!  How many calories are in your favorite movie treat?
The aroma hits you as soon as you walk through the doors of any movie theater…popcorn! For many people, a trip to the movies isn’t complete without a big tub of buttery popcorn and a giant cup of soda. But if you don’t choose carefully, that treat could be scarier than the next blockbuster horror flick! With a little planning, you can still enjoy a yummy snack that doesn’t wreak havoc on your good eating habits.  read more

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