December 2010
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Three studies illustrating Why you should...
1) BCAA’s aid in muscle recovery, protein synthesis, and the prevention of DOMs (i.e., delayed onset muscle soreness).
“It has been reported that BCAA supplementation before exercise attenuates the breakdown of muscle proteins during exercise in humans and that leucine strongly promotes protein synthesis in skeletal muscle in humans and rats, suggesting that a BCAA supplement may...
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Happy and unnecessarily overzealous, because..
…BECAUSE, Caleb got me SKINS for the holidays! You’re the best, babe— Love you!
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Coconut Oil... get some!
Really awesome info about coconut oil, as illustrated by the Health By Hamilton blog:
“The oil is easily absorbed into tissue and cells, making it very good for cellular repair. Unlike polyunsaturated fats, which drive cholesterol into the cells, making them rigid and inflexible (while giving the false impression of lowering cholesterol in a healthy way), the coconut oil is mostly...
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Strength: 2 Weakness: 1
When going head-to-head with our weaknesses, it may be difficult to visualize our strengths as being “one-up”. We will always have something to work on, our suck lists are ever-growing and, unfortunately… not every day is going to be a good one. Despite my ego wanting a nice stroking once in a while, I have finally come to terms with this imperfection. Yes, I know; it seems as...
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Article: "Almonds May Help Reduce Risk of Type 2... →
As Paleo enthusiasts, we are (or, should be) practically obsessed with almonds. We know that almonds are an incredible source of healthy fat, protein, fiber, magnesium, calcium, vitamin E, potassium, and other anti-oxidants. Now, according to DiabetesHealth.com, a study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition finds that almonds may actually decrease LDL levels in those who...
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Release that inner beast!
(also today’s post on AlbanyCrossFit.com— check it out!) You already know that CrossFit can bring you to an all-new, ass kicking level of strength and functionality (i.e., you can do a backsquat, power-clean, and deadlift now—holler!). You now come in as much as possible because you can’t get enough of it. You read about it daily. You post about it on Facebook (don’t eventry and deny...
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Do you CrossFit at your job?
I welcome Court Club members with a handstand hold & basset hound… :)
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What are you running from?
DISCLAIMER: Please note that this is not meant to hurt feelings, but rather, open eyes. I am illustrating my opinion with brutal honesty and zero political correction with support from scientific evidence. Reader’s discretion is advised. (Also today’s post for AlbanyCrossFit.com— check it out!) Now that you’ve found CrossFit, what athletes do you consider to be the healthiest,...
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FAIR AND BALANCED?
(this was my post for yesterday’s blog at AlbanyCrossFit.com, highlighting a topic I thought to be very appropriate… especially following the Victoria’s Secret Fashion show. Ha!) Fair and Balanced? OK, good—that got your attention. But don’t worry; I’m not going on a political rampage regarding FOX News vs. MSNBC. Gross. I actually want to highlight something maybe a little more...
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Pineapple-Coconut Sweet Potato Casserole!
The Paleo Potato Pina-Colada, if you will. …OK. Not really at all, actually. This was, however, a wonderfully successful side dish experiment (illustrated by my darling boyfriend’s inhalation of the entire platter.. i.e., the best compliment ever!) Makes a perfect side to just about anything and gives you super healthy carbs while satisfying your sweet tooth. You can also add...