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6/28/09
Today as I was driving to and from the studio I saw several people running. I am really impressed with these people dedication, but I hope they are being careful.
As I write this, it is 98 degrees outside! That is hot and a dangerous temperature to be exercising in.
If you are going to be working out in this heat, be sure to drink plenty of water before, during and after your workout. Additionally, try and keep yourself cool during your workout by putting cool water on yourself either with a towel or just by pouring it on your head.
If you are outside in this heat, be careful and aware of how your body is feeling. If you start to feel your body cramping, if your muscles feel weak, or if you get light headed or dizzy, be sure to stop your exercise and cool your body down.
The heat at this time of year and for the next 3 months or so will be nearly unbearable. If you are going to go out in the peak of the heat be sure to take care of yourself by staying hydrated and staying cool.
Make it a great day San Antonio!
Nicholas Wood
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6/12/09
When I was in High School, one of my football coaches used to love to yell, "You will pass out before you die."
He really enjoyed yelling that during in season conditioning practices where we would run sprints until we felt like our hearts would pump out of our chest.
Well, my coaches saying was overly dramatic, obviously, you don't want to push yourself too hard when working out!
However, you do have to push yourself hard enough that you can't have a conversation or send a text message.
If you are serious about getting in shape, then pick up the intensity of your workout. It will be harder, but you will leave your workout proud of yourself, feeling great and knowing that you got one heck of a great workout and the benefits will be evident.
Make it a great day San Antonio!
Nicholas Wood
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5/28/09
A month or so ago, a girl named Carolyn Hale called me about getting in shape because she was about to join the U.S. Air Force.
Carolyn was unique because she actually had to gain weight heading into boot camp and yet, she needed to work on her cardiovascular training to make sure that she could make it through boot camp!
Carolyn worked religiously to get in shape working out with us 3 times a week for 1 hr and doing additional runs on her own!
Well, today I want to congratulate Carolyn. I received an e-mail from her mom saying that she made the cut for her weight by 2 pounds and that she was feeling extremely confident heading into the Air Force Basic Training Program!
Congratulations Carolyn and thank you for your service to our country!
Make it a great day San Antonio!
Nicholas Wood
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5/21/09
This morning when I arrived back at my apartment, the maintenance man stopped me and asked me about a new energy drink that he had seen advertised by Lance Armstrong called FRS.
You can read more about FRS at their website: www.frs.com
I told him that I had not heard of FRS but that I would look it up and get back to him, but that I thought most energy drinks were/are an expensive way to stay awake.
Now, I am not writing this to say never to drink any energy drinks, but most of the benefits you receive from energy drinks, you can get from a well balanced diet.
60% of your body's energy comes from carbohydrates. If you are eating an adequate amount of fruits and vegetables and some whole grain pastas and rices, then you should have more than adequate energy to get through your workouts and your day!
So, instead of spending nearly $60 for a 24 pack of FRS, go to the grocery store and stock up on good fruits and vegetables. Eat them consistently throughout the day and you will feel great!
Make it a great day San Antonio!
Nicholas Wood
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5/19/09
The other day, I was talking with a client about her food diary.
She mentioned that she had cereal for breakfast. And it turned out it was a healthy cereal!
So, why was she not losing weight. Well it turns out, that what she thought was a serving was significantly more!
If you have trouble knowing exactly what a serving size is then look at this guide: http://www.fns.usda.gov/tn/healthy/Portions_Kit/serving_size.pdf
It should help you determine the proper serving sizes the next time you go to eat a meal or a snack!
Make it a great day San Antonio!
Nicholas Wood
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(210)415-5934
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