BREAKFAST, WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT?

A growing body of evidence indicates breakfast is good for your health. "Studies show that people who eat breakfast —
especially a healthy breakfast — are more likely to:
- Consume more vitamins & minerals and less fat & cholesterol during the day:
- Have more strength and endurance;
- Have better concentration and be more productive throughout the morning;
- Control their weight;
- Have lower cholesterol, which reduces the risk of heart disease;
Click here to read about breakfast and healthy suggestions from the Mayo Clinic.

For those interested in a body-builder's perspective on the importance of breakfast, read Danielle Nagel's article and protein fortified fruit pancake recipe at Bodybuilding.com.

BUSTING THE FAT BURNING ZONE MYTH

The more total calories you burn the more fat you lose

"It's true that the body burns a higher percentage of calories from fat during more mellow exercise like walking and easy cycling. But, when you pick up the pace for a higher-intensity cardio workout, you burn a greater number of overall calories (which should be your focus for weight loss) and subsequently just as much total fat. What's more, high-intensity exercise kicks your metabolism into high gear even after you're done working out." Accoding to Prevention Magazine Fitness Director Michele Stanton. Read all about it here.

What are you doing better?

From some of my clients . . .
Last month, NYSC employees were given _________better Tshirts to help launch the clubs new ad campaign. To fill in the blank, I asked my clients what they can do better since we have been working together. Thanks for your kind input.
sleep
everything
play with my kids
live
love
smile
swim/bike/marathon
work
check out myself in store windows
looking forward to seeing each day
Barbados
honeymoon

$190 RAISED TO HELP HURRICANE KATRINA VICTIMS: A dollar donation for every training session in September

Thanks to my Clients for helping to make this nice contribution! Click here to make your own donation on the Red Cross website.