Does CBD Work?
CBD oil is found in everything from coffee, to lotion to cocktails, meatballs and just plain gel caps. But does it work? And for what? Those are the questions currently swirling and yet unanswered, from a scientific point of view. Anecdotally, however, many people are singing the praises of a combined CBD/MCT product (MCTs = […]
81 And Fit
Ernastine Shepherd is 81. The picture of her is current. She is a phenom and role model for us all. Ernastine began exercising at the young age of 56. She is now a fitness instructor, body building competitor and inspiration for older women. Her mantra is “Determined, Dedicated, Disciplined to be Fit”. At one point […]
Essentials Of Health
Health is a specific term that conjures thoughts of disease at worst or peak fitness at best. In between, however, are numerous attributes that are only recently beginning to get credit for keeping us functioning at our happiest and healthiest levels. Researchers from studies like The Blue Zones have examined populations from places on earth […]
Improve Your Chances Of Reaching Your Goals
Today was a swim day. I’m back in training mode for two upcoming 1/2 Ironman triathlons, later in the summer. In order to be ready, one has to start swim, bike and running in various sequences, up to 6 months prior to the event. But today was one of “those days.” You know the kind……..the […]
Take The Garbage Disposal Test
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) is one of my fave organizations. They prioritize taking care of the planet and eliminating animal cruelty. This week, they posted a startling statistic: “a new report finds that poor diet is a global epidemic, responsible for more deaths than tobacco.” (citing The Lancet). My reaction: good job America. […]
Doctors To Prescribe Strength Training?
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) is one of my fave organizations. They prioritize taking care of the planet and eliminating animal cruelty. This week, they posted a startling statistic: “a new report finds that poor diet is a global epidemic, responsible for more deaths than tobacco.” (citing The Lancet). My reaction: good job America. […]
Workout Of The Day
Today was one of those days – I’m down one of my nine lives………I went for a 7 mile run. Exactly 1/2 way through, the skies opened up with a torrential downpour and shattering bolts of lightening all around me. So much for keeping the heartrate low! Austin is not a city known for its […]
“I Can’t Lose Weight”
I can’t lose weight. How many times have you said that to yourself? Perhaps, instead, you’ve been the recipient and have offered a sympathetic response to a friends’ plea? But is it true? I am willing to bet in 95% of cases – if you’re honest with yourself – it’s not. Now, I realize this […]
Are Men Undermining Our Health?
Women are 51% of the total world population. Until now, however, most research for products and services have been conducted on men. You’re thinking…….What ?!?!Yes, your car, for example, was developed for men, who are taller and bigger. When accidents occur, women are 17% more likely to die, because crash test dummies were created based […]
Why it is CRITICAL to your health to challenge yourself
More than a few times, I’ve had people ask me “what drives you to do what you do?” The answer is different for each of us. However, I would suggest that for anyone achieving a goal, it begins with the concept of the comfort zone. The term “comfort zone” originated as human bodies are “most […]
