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03/26/2021

NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENTS
Top Foods High in Vitamin C for a Healthy Immune System.
1. Guava: 376.7 mg, 419% Daily Value (DV)
2. Red Bell Peppers: 190.3 mg, 211% DV
3. Kiwifruit: 166.9 mg, 185% DV
4. Green Bell Pepper: 119.8 mg, 133% DV
5. Broccoli: 101.2 mg, 112% DV
6. Strawberries: 97.6 mg, 108% DV
7. Brussels Sprouts: 96.7 mg, 107% DV
8. Oranges: 95.8 mg, 106% DV
9. Papaya: 88.3 mg, 98% DV
10. Grapefruit: 85.1 mg, 95% DV
FDA calculates its Daily Value (DV) percentages based on eating 90 milligrams of vitamin C per day.

The top foods high in vitamin C are fruits and vegetables such as guava, peppers, broccoli, berries and oranges. See the foods high in vitamin C chart for more.

03/24/2021

NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENTS
The right foods at the right time can boost your running performance tremendously. Plus, you will reduce the risk of injury and illness. The best foods every runner should include in his or her meal plan are:
1. BANANAS, 2. OATS, 3. PEANUT BUTTER, 4. BROCCOLI, 5. PLAIN YOGURT, 6. DARK CHOCOLATE, 7. WHOLE-GRAIN PASTA, 8. COFFEE, 9. POTATOES

The right foods at the right time are important for your running performance. Here are the 9 best foods for runners: from broccoli to peanut butter.

03/23/2021

MOTIVATORS & ENERGIZERS
I Love Road Cycling posts beautiful, inspirational photos that make you want to hop on a bike and ride, ride and ride ... see for yourself.

03/22/2021

TRAINING TIPS & TOOLS
One of the misconceptions about women's weight lifting is that it will cause “getting bigger.” The list of benefits of right weight lifting training is long: adds strength and confidence, make stronger bones, burns fat, may cause weight loss, better athletic performance, and fewer injuries. In order to best stimulate muscle growth here are some recommendations. Choose a weight that can be lifted 10 times, with the last two reps posing a significant challenge. Complete three to four sets of eight to 12 reps. Choosing a heavier weight and do fewer repetitions, lead likely to gain muscle strength, lighter weights, and higher repetitions lead to gains in muscle endurance. Aim to weight train four to five days a week. Kelley Vargo, MPH, MS, CSCS, ACE Health Coach

When it comes to women and strength training, too many women still believe that lifting weights will make them look bulky. Of course, this couldn’t be further from the truth. This blog clears up some common misconceptions and offers proven principles and effective exercises that will help shape, t...

03/21/2021

NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENTS
In recent years, there has been an increase in the transition to a plant-based diet as more and more elite and professional athletes have switched to vegan and vegetarian diets. While a plant-based diet doesn't necessarily mean athletes will improve performance, it will improve their health.
https://www.usaswimming.org/news/2020/08/07/how-athletes-can-make-the-most-of-a-plant-based-diet

03/19/2021

DO YOU KNOW? SCIENCE SAYS
Barley grass promotes sleep; has an anti-diabetic effect; regulates blood pressure; enhances immunity; protects the liver; has anti-acne/detoxifying and antidepressant effects; improves gastrointestinal function; has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hypolipidemic, and antigout effects; reduces hyperuricemia; prevents hypoxia, cardiovascular diseases, fatigue, and constipation; alleviates atopic dermatitis; is a calcium supplement; improves cognition; and so on.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5904770/?fbclid=IwAR24zEOqmh2al036JGbA3IvF3Runn1yszhpaOMsrJGaJTjTBqqobLpDWG-M

03/19/2021

TRAINING TIPS & TOOLS
Seven things that happen when you start doing planks every day
1. You’ll improve core definition and performance
2. You’ll decrease your risk of injury in the back and spinal column
3. You’ll experience an increased boost to your overall metabolism
4. You’ll significantly improve your posture
5. You’ll improve overall balance
6. You’ll become more flexible than ever before
7. You’ll witness mental benefits

03/17/2021

NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENTS
Turmeric (scientific name: Curcuma longa) can help treat exercise-induced inflammation and muscle soreness, thereby increasing recovery and subsequent performance of active people. Curcumin is poorly absorbed, and piperine, the main active ingredient in black pepper, increases bioavailability by 2,000% when combined with curcumin.

Turmeric, a spice that has been recognized for its medicinal properties may help in the management of exercise-induced inflammation and muscle soreness, thus enhancing recovery and subsequent performance of active people. In addition, a relatively low dose can provide health benefits for people that...

03/16/2021

CHALLENGES
The Top 29 Best Marathons in the USA
#1: Anchorage Mayor’s Marathon
#2: Run Crazy Horse Marathon
#3: Rock and Roll New Orleans Marathon
#4: Rock and Roll Nashville Marathon
#5: Missoula Marathon
#6: Route 66 Marathon
#7: Amica Newport Marathon
#8: Kaua’i Marathon
#9: Rock and Roll Las Vegas Marathon
#10: Cowtown Marathon
#11: San Francisco Marathon
#12: Big Sur Marathon
#13: Walt Disney World Marathon
#14: Carlsbad 5000 Marathon
#15: Boston Marathon
#16: Chicago Marathon
#17: New York City Marathon
#18: Pike’s Peak Marathon
#20: Fargo Marathon
#21: Philadelphia Marathon
#22: Marine Corps Marathon
#23: Hatfield McCoy Marathon
#25: Niagara Falls International Marathon
#26: Flying Pig Marathon
#27: St. George Marathon
#28: Twin Cities Marathon
#29: Napa Valley Marathon

Check out these top 29 best marathons in the USA! From big city energy to serene back roads, each of these best USA marathons will leave you hooked!

03/14/2021

TRAINING TIPS & TOOLS

03/12/2021

DO YOU KNOW? SCIENCE SAYS
Should stretching be a part of a warm-up?
Warm-ups, which increase blood flow into the involved muscles and elevate muscular temperature, are performed for 5 to 15 min before engaging in the main exercise. Stretching as a warm-up activity may temporarily decrease muscle strength, muscle power, and exercise performance.
https://activelifeenergy.com/blogs/ale-news/should-stretching-be-a-part-of-a-warm-up