What Causes A “Stitch” In Your Side During Cardio, Mostly When Running?
Many people have experienced what is called a “stitch,” or a cramp, in the side of their abdomen when running or doing other cardiovascular activities. There have been many theories but the newest evidence shows that this is caused by the stress placed on ligaments that connect the abdominal organs (mostly the liver) to [...]
Thanksgiving Dinner Stats
According to Men’s Health:
The average man consumes about 2,679 calories on average during a normal day; he consumes about 3,000 just during Thanksgiving dinner!
Over the holiday a fit guy will gain about half a pound of fat while overweight guys will gain about two pounds on average.
Don’t over do it!!!
Healthy Holiday Eating
The holidays are here! This means that many of us will be invited to numerous parties, brunches, dinners, and other gatherings all of which will be a great opportunity to eat and drink healthily. One could only wish! The fact is that most of the parties we attend will have plenty of guilty pleasure foods [...]
I’m Sick: Can I Work Out?
Now that cold and flu season is upon us I get asked many times if it is fine to workout when you’re ill. Here is an article I found addressing this topic. (Source: SCW Fitness Newsletter 10/31/08 www.scwfitness.com, Click here for a printable version)
“As cold and flu season approaches, this question resonates with every [...]
Jinglebell 5K Signup
Just a reminder to sign up with Team Work It for the Jinglebell 5K if you have not yet. Please try to get your forms in to me or MADD by the end of November. I have about 40 committed participants so far. Awesome! Thank you!
Jinglebell 5K PDF Form
Abs exercise – Yoga Ball Bridge
Start by kneeling on the floor with the yoga ball in front of you.
Clasp your hands together and rest your forearms on the ball.
Slowly roll out on the ball bending your arms until only your toes are on the floor. Only your arms should be touching the ball.
Pull your abdominal muscles in and squeeze your [...]
Abs exercise – Yoga Ball Passes
Lie on your back with your legs up, pointed directly at the ceiling. Your arms will be stretched out above your head holding the yoga ball.
While holding the yoga ball and keeping your arms stretched out, slowly crunch up at the torso and pass the yoga ball between your ankles.
Maintain the crunch position, keeping your [...]
testing Smart YouTube plugin
just downloaded the Smart YouTube plugin and testing it with the one and only Tina. Watch her Work It at 68 years young.
Quick Stir-Fry Recipe
Here is a dish I made last night. It is full of fresh veggies and protein. Please try it and tell me what you think!
1/4 c Orange Juice
1/4 c White Wine
1/4 c Lite Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Rice Vinegar (I used Nakano Garlic Flavored)
1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
2 tsp Sesame Oil
2 tbsp Canola, Peanut [...]
Jinglebell 5k – update
I am happy to say that team Work It currently has 27 committed participants. YAY! Thank you all for signing up.
If you are interested in joining team Work It, please email me at kyle@workittraining.com!
