written by runnergirl training
It's a new year again! That means you have a brand new start! Now is an excellent time to make those changes that you have been mentally kicking around for a while. Let's tackle a few common ones!
Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
New Years Resolutions
written by runnergirl training
It's a new year again! That means you have a brand new start! Now is an excellent time to make those changes that you have been mentally kicking around for a while. Let's tackle a few common ones!
Product Review: Bali Body Bronzing Lotion
written by runnergirl training
Bali Body Bronzing Lotion is an amazing tinted moisturizer. It gives
a bronzing glow immediately when applied. There is no need for sunshine
exposure to get the glow.
Avoiding Dehydration
written by runnergirl training
Dehydration can be the arch nemesis of runners. It can even
sneak up on you before you know it. Sometimes hours later you will suffer the
effects only to realize you missed the warning signs. Check out how to prevent
and deal with dehydration.
Preventing High Blood Pressure
written by runnergirl training
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a silent
killer. There are no symptoms of having high blood pressure. However, it is a
very dangerous condition and if it goes uncontrolled it can be fatal.
Benefits of Walking
written by runnergirl training
There are many health benefits to a walking program. Walking is great exercise and can be easily incorporated into your existing workout schedule.
Blisters 101
written by runnergirl training
If you run or workout regularly you have experienced the perils of blisters! Find out what causes them & how to avoid them.
When to Take A Rest Day
written by runnergirl training
We as workout enthusiasts spend a lot of time and energy focused on our workouts and nutrition. We often forget there is another key component to a well-balanced training plan. It’s called rest. That is when the body recovers from all of the punishments of training. See more below!
Managing Arthritis
written by runnergirl training
Here are 8 ways to help deal with arthritis. Always consult with
your doctor before starting new supplements or activity. See more below!
Bad Habits of Runners
written by runnergirl training
Bad lifestyle habits can derail achieving your fitness goals. Eight of
the top offenders are listed below so you can avoid them!
Paraben-Free Products
Looking for paraben-free products? There are a lot of health reasons to avoid parabens in products and foods. They have been linked to cancers and other health problems.
Here are a few simple steps to avoid them:
1. Read labels. They are in foods & health and beauty products.
2. If a product or food you usually purchase has them, find a suitable alternative. There are many options out there even if you have to order them online verses the neighborhood store.
3. Know pseudonyms that are used for parabens. This includes avoiding words with ethyl, methyl, butyl & propyl.
Avoid Locker Room Infections
written by runnergirl training
Gyms are great breeding grounds for germs to be shared. It is easy to pick them up on exercise equipment, shared air & shower stall floors. I’ll share about the commonly found ones. Also find out how to keep the pick up on the down low. Click below to read more!
Reactive Hypoglycemia
By Runnergirl Training
Reactive hypoglycemia occurs when blood sugar rapidly drops during a workout, shortly after eating, or random occurrences during routine dietary habits.
Factors involved include timing & type of training, most recent nutrient intake, prior hypoglycemic episodes, hydration level, time of day, stress level, blood pressure level, & individual sensitivity to a drop in glucose.
Ways to prevent reactive hypoglycemia:
- Avoid exercise when you have not eaten within the past 4 hours.
- Eat complex carbohydrates, instead of simple sugars. Example peanut butter & crackers, instead of a cookie.
- During exercise, consume carbohydrates (sports drink, gels, bars, etc).
- If you are overtraining, you have an increased probability to be hypoglycemic.
- Being hypoglycemic, eating, & exercising too soon after being hypoglycemic increases the probability to again become hypoglycemic.
Stellingwerff, T. (n.d.). Reactive Hypoglycemia- is it a real phenomena among endurance athletes. Retrieved from http://www.runhilaryrun.ca/Images/Athlete%20Reactive%20Hypoglycemia.pdf
Reactive hypoglycemia occurs when blood sugar rapidly drops during a workout, shortly after eating, or random occurrences during routine dietary habits.
Factors involved include timing & type of training, most recent nutrient intake, prior hypoglycemic episodes, hydration level, time of day, stress level, blood pressure level, & individual sensitivity to a drop in glucose.
Ways to prevent reactive hypoglycemia:
- Avoid exercise when you have not eaten within the past 4 hours.
- Eat complex carbohydrates, instead of simple sugars. Example peanut butter & crackers, instead of a cookie.
- During exercise, consume carbohydrates (sports drink, gels, bars, etc).
- If you are overtraining, you have an increased probability to be hypoglycemic.
- Being hypoglycemic, eating, & exercising too soon after being hypoglycemic increases the probability to again become hypoglycemic.
Stellingwerff, T. (n.d.). Reactive Hypoglycemia- is it a real phenomena among endurance athletes. Retrieved from http://www.runhilaryrun.ca/Images/Athlete%20Reactive%20Hypoglycemia.pdf
Product Review - Aquaphor
Do you have dry hands or feet? Check out Aquaphor. It is amazing for stopping the cycle of dry & cracked skin.
I have used it for years & find it helpful for healing that post run windburned skin!
I have used it for years & find it helpful for healing that post run windburned skin!
Product Review - Yes To Carrots Lip Balm with SPF 15
Looking for a lip balm with SPF that works great & doesn't over dry or leave a residue? Yes To Carrots is an organic lip balm. It has SPF 15 for sun protection. I have used it for several years and love it! I buy it at Target. Check it out on the Yes To Carrots website.
Campaign for Safe Cosmetics - Not Just "Cosmetics"
What ingredients are in the health & personal hygiene products that we use every day? You might be surprised! Check out more info at The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.
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