Hey Everyone..
I wanted to give you all an update as to what's been going on with me.. I just found that I tore my meniscus again in my right knee and will be having surgery at the end of July! My knee has been bothering me for weeks but I didn't think it was torn again only after having surgery 3 years ago!! So needless to say, I was a bit teary eyed when I got the confirmation. They told me recovery will be much shorter this time,( I was out of commission for over 7 weeks last time and it was horrible) however the doctor isn't exactly sure what he will do until gets inside my knee to see whats going on in there.I am still training my private clients but unfortunately will not be able to teach my group classes for another month or maybe longer.
I am going to be training with my own personal trainer Maria from www.mariafit.com to stay strong during this whole thing and maintaining a healthy diet since my cardio will pretty much be non existent. I will keep you all posted through my journey and keep posting my healthy tips:-)
xo,
Kick Ash Fitness
6/23/10
6/15/10
I have just started a mini raw food diet this morning and I absolutely love it so far! Everything tastes so fresh and delicious. I was lucky enough to meet Melissa Henig a Raw Food Stylist in LA and she prepares the food and can deliver it to your front door. She can also come to your house and teach small groups how to prepare the food and you get a dinner out of it all for just $20!
I am on a mission to incorporate this in to my diet.. so check back for more fun info.
In the mean time check out Melissa's blog here: http://rawfoodstylist.blogspot.com
I am on a mission to incorporate this in to my diet.. so check back for more fun info.
In the mean time check out Melissa's blog here: http://rawfoodstylist.blogspot.com
6/11/10
Here are nine reasons to start drinking green tea or continue drinking it if you’re already hooked.
1. Green tea is a superb fat fighter. Its active ingredient, EGCG, increases the rate at which fat is burned in your body.
2. It targets belly fat. Research at Tufts University indicates that EGCG in green tea, like other catechins, activate fat-burning genes in the abdomen to speed weight loss by 77 percent.
3. Green tea keeps energy stable by balancing blood sugar levels. EGCG improves insulin use in the body to prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes that can result in fatigue, irritability, and cravings for unhealthy foods.
4. Research shows it may be helpful against lung cancer. In an April 2010 study published in Cancer Prevention Research, EGCG was found to suppress lung cancer cell growth.
5. Green tea may halt colorectal cancer. In numerous other studies, EGCG appears to inhibit colorectal cancers.
6. In research, it appears to cause prostate cancer cells to commit suicide. A March 2010 study in Cancer Science indicated that EGCG aids the body by causing prostate cancer cells to commit suicide.
7. Green tea may prevent skin damage and wrinkling. EGCG appears to be 200 times more powerful than vitamin E at destroying skin-damaging free radicals. Free radicals react with healthy cells in the body, causing damage, so lessening their numbers may help reduce wrinkling and other signs of aging.
8. It contains a potent antioxidant that kills free radicals. Because it is a potent antioxidant green tea can positively impact a lot more than skin cells. Free radicals are increasingly linked to many serious chronic illnesses like arthritis, diabetes, and cancer.
9. Green tea tastes good. If you’re not wild about the flavor, try a few different kinds. Try it iced or hot. Add some of the natural herb stevia to sweeten it if you want a sweeter drink.
1. Green tea is a superb fat fighter. Its active ingredient, EGCG, increases the rate at which fat is burned in your body.
2. It targets belly fat. Research at Tufts University indicates that EGCG in green tea, like other catechins, activate fat-burning genes in the abdomen to speed weight loss by 77 percent.
3. Green tea keeps energy stable by balancing blood sugar levels. EGCG improves insulin use in the body to prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes that can result in fatigue, irritability, and cravings for unhealthy foods.
4. Research shows it may be helpful against lung cancer. In an April 2010 study published in Cancer Prevention Research, EGCG was found to suppress lung cancer cell growth.
5. Green tea may halt colorectal cancer. In numerous other studies, EGCG appears to inhibit colorectal cancers.
6. In research, it appears to cause prostate cancer cells to commit suicide. A March 2010 study in Cancer Science indicated that EGCG aids the body by causing prostate cancer cells to commit suicide.
7. Green tea may prevent skin damage and wrinkling. EGCG appears to be 200 times more powerful than vitamin E at destroying skin-damaging free radicals. Free radicals react with healthy cells in the body, causing damage, so lessening their numbers may help reduce wrinkling and other signs of aging.
8. It contains a potent antioxidant that kills free radicals. Because it is a potent antioxidant green tea can positively impact a lot more than skin cells. Free radicals are increasingly linked to many serious chronic illnesses like arthritis, diabetes, and cancer.
9. Green tea tastes good. If you’re not wild about the flavor, try a few different kinds. Try it iced or hot. Add some of the natural herb stevia to sweeten it if you want a sweeter drink.
6/10/10
I thought today I would give some tips about how to prevent knee injuries: I am currently experiencing pain in both my knee's even after having surgery 3 years ago.. so please take a minute and read over these tips:
1.Maintain your weight. Because extra weight can increase your chances of developing osteoarthritis, maintain a weight that's appropriate for your size and age to decrease stress on your knees and to avoid increased chances for knee injuries.
2.Wear sensible shoes with a good fit. It will help you to maintain proper leg alignment and balance, ultimately preventing knee injuries.
3.Warm up. Before starting any exercise, warm up and then do stretches. If you stretch muscles in the front and back of your thighs, it decreases tension on your tendons, ultimately relieving pressure on the knees.
4.Do low-impact exercise. At the gym, opt for a rowing machine or a cross-country skiing machine. Both offer a strong workout with low impact to your knees.
5.Swim or walk. When exercising outside of the gym, opt for swimming or walking.
6.Weight train. Strengthen your leg muscles to better support your knees and avoid injuries by working out with weights. But be sure to consult with an expert first on the right way to life weights to prevent knee pain.
7.Don't decrease your activity. A decrease in activity will lead to weakness, increasing your chances of injuries.
8.Don't suddenly change the intensity of your exercise. Build up gradually to avoid knee pain.
9.Consider physical therapy. If you already have a knee injury, visit a physical therapist who can help to set up an appropriate exercise regime
1.Maintain your weight. Because extra weight can increase your chances of developing osteoarthritis, maintain a weight that's appropriate for your size and age to decrease stress on your knees and to avoid increased chances for knee injuries.
2.Wear sensible shoes with a good fit. It will help you to maintain proper leg alignment and balance, ultimately preventing knee injuries.
3.Warm up. Before starting any exercise, warm up and then do stretches. If you stretch muscles in the front and back of your thighs, it decreases tension on your tendons, ultimately relieving pressure on the knees.
4.Do low-impact exercise. At the gym, opt for a rowing machine or a cross-country skiing machine. Both offer a strong workout with low impact to your knees.
5.Swim or walk. When exercising outside of the gym, opt for swimming or walking.
6.Weight train. Strengthen your leg muscles to better support your knees and avoid injuries by working out with weights. But be sure to consult with an expert first on the right way to life weights to prevent knee pain.
7.Don't decrease your activity. A decrease in activity will lead to weakness, increasing your chances of injuries.
8.Don't suddenly change the intensity of your exercise. Build up gradually to avoid knee pain.
9.Consider physical therapy. If you already have a knee injury, visit a physical therapist who can help to set up an appropriate exercise regime
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