COCONUT WATER…THE NEW GATORADE!!

We have all had that sweet, salty Gatorade to quench our thirst after a difficult workout! Well there’s a new drink in town that is much much better for you!

There are several brands of this stuff from Zico, Vita Coco, O.N.E, and original coconut water…and even a variety of fresh flavors if you aren’t a fan of the plain.

Why drink this stuff:

• It has more potassium then a banana 569mg=consuming 15 sports drinks(great for repairing those tired muscles)

• 5 electrolytes (sodium, magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphorus)

• No added sugar (Gatorade is loaded with HFC—high fructose corn syrup)

• Faster way to rehydrate (water lacks the electrolytes)

• No artificial chemicals!!!

Next time you complete one of your sweat sessions, take down a chilled coconut water…and see how restored and refreshed your body is!

SANTA MONICA STAIRS!!

I tempted these stairs yesterday and they kicked my butt!!! My heart rate was skyrocketing and sweat drenched my body. This is a great place to see some amazing homes, views of the beach, as well as some intense fitness gurus…trust me you will be motivated!!

You can choose between the concrete or the wood or make a circle comprising both!! The wooden set is a little more giving on the legs!

For an all over sweat sess, go down the stairs attempt some pull ups at the “pull up bar” (really a bar off an electrical pole but works perfect) or some triceps dips on the curb, then go up the stairs and complete a set of pushups. With each set of stair climb change you steps: side step, skipping every other step, going up backwards, and of course the single step forward climb.

I did 10 sets today and was toast….legs shaky and all! Try to go throughout the summer and up your sets each time!

Hope you see you there!

Remember use your outdoor gym!

Location:

4th Street & Adelaide Drive

Santa Monica, CA 90402

Got the afternoon munchies???

Snack smart, try these:

• Italian herb popcorn:

o In a large pot combine 2 tbsp of olive oil, ¼ tsp rock salt, 1 tsp Italian season, ¼ c of popcorn-mix evenly. Cover and heat on high. Listen for popping, once popping slows remove from heat.

o Popcorn is low in calories and a good source of fiber, folate, vitamin A, and Omega 6 fatty acids!

• Frozen watermelon:

o Chop watermelon in bite size pieces, place in a Tupperware container and freeze over night. This is a perfect snack for these hot summer days!

o Good source of Vitamin A, C, potassium, and folate

• Creamy sweet yogurt:

o In a small bowl, evenly mix ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt, 1 tsp of cinnamon, and 1 tsp of agave.

o Non-fat Greek yogurt is low in calories and high in protein and calcium. Cinnamon contains Vitamin C, K, manganese and calcium!!

• Crunchy kale chips:

o Preheat oven 350 degrees. Chop cleaned and dried kale into bite sized pieces. Place parchment paper on a cookie sheet. Spread out kale on sheet, sprinkle lightly with olive oil, salt, and sesame seeds (if desired). Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes and enjoy!

o Kale has some incredible health benefits (much more than those white potato chips!). Kale is rich in calcium, lutein, iron, fiber, and Vitamins A, C, K and E!!! Kale is also low in calories and very low in fat!!!

Get Outside This Weekend!!

Nothing feels better than starting your Saturday with your best buds on one of Los Angeles' dusty trails.  Pack a camera, trail mix, and lots of water!  Hiking is a great way to change up your workout and get out of the mundane gym routine.  The challenging hills not only supply a good cardio workout but muscle toning for quads, glutes, and calves!!

Check out this site: http://discoverlosangeles.com/play/activities-and-recreation/outdoors-and-sports/hiking-in-los-angeles-la-s-best-hiking-trails.html.

• All the hikes listed vary in views, intensity, and length
• Make it a goal to try 'em all this summer!

Full Body Revitalization

Need to lose weight, gain muscle or just have general pain relief? I specialize in a full body revitalization. I will develop a work out plan customized to your needs and body. 

"Health is the vital principle of bliss, and exercise of health."
- James Thomson

“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.”

-John Fitzgerald Kennedy

 

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