As the New Year begins and the Holiday hooplah has come to an end, we often sit back and reflect on the past year to determine what we can improve upon for the year ahead. Often times these resolutions focus on an aspect of weight loss. This could be focused on diet, exercise, or both. … Continue reading 2017 Resolution Solutions
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LIFT for Long Term Results
Running and biking are great forms of exercise, but if you really want long-lasting fat loss, reach for those dumbbells! According to a study from the University of Arizona, postmenopausal women who followed a progressive strength-training program for six years prevented weight gain more so than those who did not. Even more interesting; those who … Continue reading LIFT for Long Term Results
Stress and our Athletes
Stress. What an ugly six letter word. Stress leads to numerous responses from our athletes. Acute stress may elicit a positive performance thanks to adrenaline, but chronic stress may compromise the immune system, disrupt serotonin levels and sleep patterns, induce gastrointestinal issues, and affect concentration and learning. As coaches, we spend hours upon hours with … Continue reading Stress and our Athletes
Magnesium
I stumbled across this article last week and it is truly eye opening. Before reading this, a few of my athletes started supplementing Isotonix Magnesium to help regulate their cycles. I am excited to see the changes they will hopefully find. Enjoy! "Why we're all deficient in magnesium, the many signs and what to do" Coach Cota
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