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Entries from June 2008

Increase your flexibility

June 30th, 2008 · No Comments

Proper stretching can lead to greater flexibility & more muscle tone. 
 A few types of flexibility are PNF, Active, Ballistic, and many more.
 We believe your muscles are like rubber bands and you should treat them accordingly.  A dancer would want a lot of elasticity but would have to sacrifice burst energy. 
 

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Tags: Training Tips

Running for beginners

June 14th, 2008 · No Comments

Believe it or not, everyone is a runner.  Too often, I find people saying, “Matt, I’m not a runner.  I’m just not mean to run.  No, I’ve tried it before - trust me, I just can’t.” 
Sometimes they might even say, “I know I need to run, but I hate it.  Isn’t there another way to [...]

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1500 Calorie Protein Shake

June 5th, 2008 · No Comments

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gy_3D2rc4LY

 Here is a 1500 (actually 1212) calorie protein shake for you hard gainers out there.  This protein shake is packed with:
1 scoop NOW Dutch Chocolate Whey Protein Powder 0 6 0
1 scoop NOW Carbo Gain 6.5 0 0
1 Frozen Banana 2.5 0 0
5 Tbsp Trader Joes Unsalted Peanut Butter 1 3 8
                Carbs     Proteins             Fats         Total
Exchanges           10           9              8          [...]

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Tags: Nutrition Tips