Training Tips

Burn those calories!

Burn those calories!

Admittedly, this is the time of year when eating lots of calories is associated with family, fun, and holidays.  And, there is nothing wrong with that; in fact, eating builds muscle and that’s a good thing.  However, carbohydrates tend to dominate our eating habits this time of year (I am sure we don’t need to create a list of the obvious carbs I am talking about). So, what do you do?  Everything possible!  Splitting wood, going on walks, extended swim …

Keep moving; no matter what.

Keep moving; no matter what.

One of the things that concerns me about our country is the lack of movement among all age groups, men and women.  It doesn’t take much, in fact you don’t even have to be an Ironman, to live a healthy and fulfilling life.  However, you do have to move somewhat on a daily basis in some way, shape or fashion for a period of 60 minutes.  It can be walking the dogs, swimming in a lake, playing horseshoes or badminton …