Boost Your Metabolism, Build Muscle ....at any Age!

These awesome Workout / Fitness Gloves are available for sale at the following link.  Available in sizes small and medium.   Look FABULOUS while working out HARD!

http://cgi.ebay.com/WOMENS-LADIES-FITNESS-WORKOUT-GLOVES-WILD-ANIMAL-PRINT-/310273371383?pt=US_Womens_Athleticwear&var=&hash=item8e079fbac9#ht_830wt_905

http://www.oxygenmag.com/Health/Articles/Boost-Your-Metabolism-Build-Muscle.aspx

Foods to Promote Glowing Skin

I can always tell when I have eaten wild caught salmon a couple times during the week.  Not only does it provide  adequate, high quality protein for my strenuous weight lifting routine, but also helps to promote glowing, healthy looking skin. Salmon contains high levels of Omega-3s and other minerals which benefit our skin, nails, bones and joints.

Another excellent food for the skin is whole grain Oatmeal.  Choose the old-fashioned kind and not instant.  Oats contain silica, which is a form of silicon, one of the most common elements in the earth. Silica is an essential mineral for healthy hair and skin.  Eating oatmeal on a regular basis promotes healthy, glowing skin.

The following links talk about other foods to enjoy that have the added benefit of promoting healthy looking skin.







http://bcove.me/o2ku0tq5http://www.prevention.com/health/cook/cooking-how-tos/get-your-omega-3s-with-a-healthy-salmon-recipe/article/732e860b188ee210VgnVCM10000030281eac____

Foods to Promote Glowing Skin

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Protein - Copper River Salmon

Adequate protein intake protects muscle mass, helping to ensure good health and quality of life in active seniors.  High quality protein helps the body to maintain lean muscle mass and is of particular importance for older adults.  If you strength train, you will need extra protein to build and repair muscle. Fish is one example of lean, high quality protein. Salmon is considered an added bonus, due to its high fat content loaded with Omega-3's.

Copper River Salmon season is here!  What is all the buzz about?  If you have ever tasted this rich, firm red fish from Alaska, you will agree it is worth the wait.  Copper River Salmon is only available a few short weeks every year. Arriving in stores right now, it can be a bit pricey per pound but well worth not only the wait, but the price.  The almost 300 miles of Alaska's Copper River turn out some of the richest and best tasting fish in the world.

Salmon is a great source for protein.  Make sure to choose wild caught salmon
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http://www.copperriversalmon.org/downloads/Copper%20River%20-%20Media.pdf 

http://cathe.com/the-five-best-protein-sources-for-fitness-buffs

Tosca Reno: MyPlate

Tosca Reno: MyPlate: "Three cheers for Michelle Obama for taking nutrition to the next level. MyPlate was launched Thursday to replace the food pyramid and help..."http://www.choosemyplate.gov/

An Inspiration! Ernestine Shepherd, Female Bodybuilder, age 74!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/magazine/six-pack-abs-at-age-74-age-is-nothing-but-a-number-says-guinness-world-records-oldest-competitive-female-bodybuilder/2011/03/16/AG5lGvCH_story.html?hpid=z2

This beautiful woman is a true inspiration!  At the age of 74, Ernestine Shepherd is the oldest female competitive bodybuilder to date. 


Her story is remarkable and one of the most motivating I have read.  I had to share this beautiful woman's story.  She did not even begin working out until the age of 56!  I love her attitude, her philosophy on life, her sheer determination and spirit! 


Ernestine holds the same belief as I do on exercise and nutrition: 


"Exercising can improve our heart & respiratory function, lower our blood pressure, increase our strength, improve bone density, improve flexibility, quicken our reaction time, reduce body fat, increase muscle mass, and reduce our susceptibility to depression & disease. You are worth it!"