How Nutrition and Exercise Affect the Body

How Nutrition and Exercise Affect the Body

by | Aug 29, 2018 | All, Fitness, Home, Nutrition

We’ve heard time and time again that eating healthy and exercising does wonders for our bodies, but to what extent? See how maintaining a nutritious diet and hitting the gym lead to good health.

Benefits of Healthy Eating

Eating healthy presents many physical benefits such as preventing cancer, improving your immune system, and maintaining blood pressure levels. Upping your fruit and vegetable intake and eating enough calories throughout the day ensure you stay energized and control your weight.

But what’s considered a nutritious diet? A balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates which, in addition to making you energized, leads to tissue growth and repair, bone strength, and healthy digestion.

It’s also important to eat foods with significant nutrients like Vitamin C, B vitamins, and iron. Vitamin C builds collagen, a protein essential to the healing of skin tissue; B vitamins lead to the creation of amino acids, which create muscle tissue; and iron encourages cells to grow and function. Foods containing these nutrients include fruits, vegetables, fish, and meats like chicken or turkey.

Make sure you’re also getting enough calcium, a nutrient that keeps your bones and teeth strong, and vitamin D, which properly absorbs the calcium. Stick to foods like cheese, seeds, yogurt, and lentils and beans.

Benefits of Exercise

Aim for 150 minutes a week of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. Like good nutrition, exercising can also control weight, combat diseases (like heart disease) improve your mood, boost energy, and help you sleep better.

There are many studies on the benefits of exercise. One, by The National Center for Biotechnology Information, showed that six weeks of regular exercise reduced feelings of fatigue for 36 people who had persistent fatigue.

Looking for a clearer and brighter complexion? An active lifestyle can help with that, too. Regular exercise helps your body produce more antioxidants, stimulate blood flow, and decrease the appearance of aging.

There are many exercises out there, but if you want to benefit your entire body, perform total body workouts. These consist of exercises that target all of your muscle groups at once. Total body workouts burn calories faster, increase strength, and build more muscle. If you’re a beginner, sign up for classes at a local gym and you’ll get stronger in no time.

Sources:

  1. https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/nutrients-affect-body-3491.html
  2. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048389
  3. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-exercise#section4
  4. https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/11/12/benefits-total-body-workout_n_6134784.html

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Member Spotlight | Longest Triathlon in the World: Miami Local Crushes Guinness World Record

Member Spotlight | Longest Triathlon in the World: Miami Local Crushes Guinness World Record

by | Aug 24, 2018 | All, Community, Fitness, Home, Member Stories

This article was originally posted on PR Newswire. All news and content provided by Anthony DeNito and Jon Gudmundsson of Wheel Heroes.

MIAMI, Aug. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Miami’s Jon Eggert Gudmundsson breaks the Guinness World Record for the longest triathlon to bring attention to Wheel Heroes, a charity which provides specialty bikes to children with disabilities.

WHAT: Jon Gudmundsson has crushed the Guinness World Record for the Longest Triathlon. The current record is 3,762 miles. Jon will complete 4,847 miles of Running, Cycling and Swimming.

WHO: Jon Eggert Gudmundsson is called “The Viking” by locals. In 2006, he became the only person to walk the circumference of Iceland – 2,300 miles in five months. In 2016, he became the only person to cycle the same route.

Several years ago, Jon’s car broke down and he decided that he didn’t really need to drive anymore. So he left the car and started cycling everywhere he went. He often participates in cycling events around Florida. He rides to the events, participates in the events, then he cycles home, often taking the scenic route.

Jon loves cycling and feels that all children, even those with disabilities, should experience that same joy. “It gives them independence, exercise and the therapy they need.” His mission during his record attempt is to draw attention to the Wheel Heroes charity which provides specialty bikes to children with disabilities. Donations to Wheel Heroes can be made at jonthewheelhero.com.

WHEN: Jon has already passed the Guinness World Record and will continue to add miles until his final date of Aug. 26, 2018, at the LA Fitness swimming pool at 20505 S Dixie Hwy., Cutler Bay, FL 33189 at 3 p.m.

WHERE: Jon will complete the last mile in the LA Fitness swimming pool at 20505 S Dixie Hwy., Cutler Bay, FL 33189 at Aug. 26, 2018, at 3 p.m.

Image provided by Wheel Heroes.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Anthony DeNito: 305-323-5195, news@anthonydenito.com, www.wheelheroes.co

Wheel Heroes Inc. is a Non-Profit charity 501(c)(3)

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Aqua Fit: Land Lovers Welcome – Podcast Ep. 7

Aqua Fit: Land Lovers Welcome – Podcast Ep. 7

by | Aug 13, 2018 | All, Fitness, Home, Podcast

Welcome to the 7th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of Living Healthy, we speak with Aqua Fit instructor, Amy, and learn just how tiring a water aerobics class can be! Trust us, this is an episode worth listening to!

 

How Are We Doing? 

This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.

Timecard Markers – Aqua Fit: Land Lovers Welcome – Podcast Ep. 6

Introduction 

0:15 

Show Begins 

1:49 

Aqua Fit Instructor Amy, joins the show 

Begins at 2:14 

What to Expect from Aqua Fit  

Begins at 3:24 

Resistance Training  

Begins at 4:03 

What to Bring 

Begins at 7:40 

How to Get the Most Out of Your Workout 

Begins at 10:00 

How it Helps Post-Surgery  

Begins at 10:33 

How Often Do the Routines Change? 

Begins at 12:31 

Aqua Fit Stereotypes 

Begins at 13:32 

Major Muscles Groups Used 

15:20 

Why You Should Try Aqua Fit 

16:55 

Show Wrap-up 

19:44 

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AAT: Ep. 27 – Are the Weight Loss and Heart Rate Zones on Ellipticals Reliable?

AAT: Ep. 27 – Are the Weight Loss and Heart Rate Zones on Ellipticals Reliable?

by | Aug 10, 2018 | All, Ask A Trainer, Fitness, Home, Workouts

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LA Fitness Pro Results® Master Trainer, Stone T., and get his expert advice on whether or not heart rate training zones on fitness equipment are an accurate way to monitor your workout.

Do you have a fitness question? Ask one of our certified Pro Results® trainers here! Your question may be featured in an upcoming Ask Our Trainer video.**

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Member Spotlight | I Felt Like a Broken Man

Member Spotlight | I Felt Like a Broken Man

by | Aug 6, 2018 | All, Fitness, Home, Member Stories

The sun rises and a new day begins. You get up, get dressed, and take on the day’s varying tasks. Some days are good, and some days are less so, but nonetheless, the day passes. You get ready for bed, close your eyes, and the cycle continues.

Until one day – a question hits you and breaks you from the routine of your everyday life. It’s as if the ticking of a grandfather clock suddenly stops. You’re left standing in the middle of a typical day, and yet it’s like your eyes have abruptly opened. You ask yourself, where has the time gone?

Meet Michael R., of Baton Rouge, LA, who joined LA Fitness in September 2016 after suddenly realizing that he felt like a broken man. He had let himself go, ignored the problem, and procrastinated until it all amassed to a breaking point. He knew it was up to him to take action. And so, the change began.

While the beginning of any journey has its uphill climbs, Michael was lucky enough to find support and motivation through the team of staff at his local LA Fitness. He began by sharing exactly what it was that he wanted to accomplish, and the very next day he met with another associate named Kale.

Kale listened intently, took notes during their meeting, pictures, and measurements that very same day. Michael recalls Kale saying “You will never look like this again”, which helped fuel a fire in him and generate an excitement knowing that his goals were obtainable and that he had a team that was confident in him.

In exchange for Kale’s confidence and support, Michael committed to listening and doing everything in his power to do his part, even outside of the gym. This included making changes to his current diet. Michael recalls that this is when the fun began.

He was teamed up with an LA Fitness Pro Results® personal trainer, who knew exactly what Michael was wanting to accomplish. She had him engaging in a variety of weight training exercises, isolating specific muscle groups on designated days, and HIIT (high-intensity interval training) and cardio on non-weight training days.

After some time, Michael was then paired with another Pro Results® trainer who took training to the next step. Patrick V., Michael’s current trainer, made sure to have Michael focus on form, positioning, and the mental aspect of working out.

“The thing I like about Patrick is that he understands what I am wanting to accomplish and he is providing me exercises to get me there. Some mornings, I may not like his methodology, but I know he knows best and I trust him.”

Michael R.

LA Fitness Pro Results® Client

When Michael first began this journey in September 2016, he weighed in at 238 lbs. He knew he was overweight, and he felt out of shape. Cut to just a little over a year later in December 2017 –  Michael weighed in at 195 lbs. and is leaner than ever!

By working day by day, week by week, and month after month, Michael’s goal of becoming a healthier version of his old self has finally come true. There’s no turning back now. Michael has made his new healthier routine a lifestyle and he shared how overjoyed he is with the success he has achieved with LA Fitness.

“Much of [my] journey consisted of exercise and making smart food choices and the incorporation of fresh fruits, vegetables, and berries as part of my meal plan.”

Michael R.

LA Fitness Pro Results® Client

“If nothing changes, then nothing changes! Dare to get out of your comfort zone and take suggestions from trusted people who have done what you are trying to do so you can create your own success story! Now, that I have accomplished just a few goals, health and fitness wise, I feel confident sharing my experience with others.”

Michael Roberts

LA Fitness Pro Results® Client

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