Our metabolisms have slowed, we’re eating things we know we want to cut back on; but yet we choose not to….why? Because our brains are protecting us from the pain of commitment. The excuses it delivers. ( No time, I don’t look that bad, I’ll just cut back on my eating, I can’t afford it,…
The loss of lean muscle mass occurring with advancing age is termed sarcopenia. This condition often leads to a concomitant loss of strength, increased frailty and risk of falls and an overall loss of functional independence in older adults.. Muscle protein balance is a dynamic process and is the difference between the body’s ability to make muscle protein…
Sarcopenia is increasingly defined by both loss of muscle mass and loss of muscle function or strength. Physical inactivity and disease – both highly prevalent in the elderly – are the main contributors to the decline of muscle mass and function. Both resistance (Weight training) and aerobic training have been shown to increase muscle strength…
I came across a study and I thought it was very relevant to those who are seeking to achieve healthy body weight. It has to do with making food choices and one’s way of thinking about food choices. In this case, the study revolved around the choice between eating carrot sticks as opposed to that…
If you are a runner, particularly one that trains for long-distance this is a very interesting read for you. Cyclists as well. Supplementation of Magnesium 500mg/day for 7 days prior to a 10k mostly downhill event reduced muscle soreness. Most of us could use additional Magnesium as getting enough from our diets usually doesn’t cut…
