Good Morning
I just read an article in the March edition of Shape Magazine titled "You are stronger than you think", that I thought I would share with you.
According to a research study done at Edinburgh University you may be underestimating what you are capable of at the gym. They had participants perform four sessions each consisting of 10 six second cycle sprints, resting for a self selected length of time between each. During the fifth recovery period the rest was reduced by 10 percent, unbeknownst to the sprinters- and they were able to push just as hard. " People often do not voluntarily push themselves to the limits of what they are physically able to do."says study author Shaun Phillips, Ph.D
The article suggests that you follow the 10 percent rule during your next workout. Push yourself 10 percent harder than you think is possible (be sure to pull back if your form suffers or if you feel pain!) suggests sports psychologist Barbara Walker Ph.D.
For example add 10 percent more resistance on the bike, lift 10 percent heavier weights, or run 10 percent farther than your self perceived limit.
I hope you find this article interesting. I thought I would finish off this Tuesday Tidbit with a recipe I found in the same edition of Shape. It is titled the "It Smoothie" and was created by Ron Russell, chef and owner of LA's awards winning SunCafe.
Blueberry Antioxidant Shake
1/2 cup blueberries
1 banana
1 1/4 tablespoon raw cacao powder
1/2 teaspoon goji berries
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons agave
1 banana
1 1/4 tablespoon raw cacao powder
1/2 teaspoon goji berries
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons agave
small pinch sea salt- this is the secret ingredient that opens the salivary glands
1/3 cup water
2 1/2 cups ice
Blend all the ingredients except the ice until smooth. Add ice and re-blend for approximately 15 seconds for a thick shake.
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