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Get in Gear: Nathan Speed 4 Water Holder
If you're into long-distance running or training for a marathon it's imperative to stay hydrated. Carrying around a huge water bottle can be annoying though, and most hydration waistpacks only hold 20 ounces of water or less.
Check out this Nathan Speed 4 Nutrition Speedbelt ($34.95).
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Gear Review: Modern Union Yoga Bag
Dealing with my yoga mat when I ride to the gym can be a pretty tricky feat. I have a bike basket that I can tie it to but it always throws me off balance. That's why I was really excited to find these messenger bags from Modern Union ($68).
Gear Review: Lug Puddle Jumper
Sometimes the best way to put some fire in your fitness routine is to get some new gear. If you're in the market for a gym bag, check out the Lug Puddle Jumper ($75). It has a compartment for just about everything.
Running Tip: Mind Your Hands
When running, most of us concentrate on our feet, breathing, moving forward, or just not slowing down and walking. On your next run, I ask you to consider your hands, since we all carry a lot of unnecessary tension in our forearms. When running, your hands should be relaxed, or rather cupped into a soft (with the emphasis on soft ) fist.
5 Treadmill Gripes — and 5 Solutions
I'll admit that I'm kind of annoyed that the colder weather has forced me to move my runs inside. I prefer jogging in the fresh air, and there are many reasons I hate the treadmill. I'm sure you can relate, so here are five easy ways to make your treadmill time more fun and enjoyable.
Get in Gear: Affirm Water Bottles
It's been made pretty clear that a disposable plastic bottle is a monstrosity for the environment, so I am always on the lookout for a personal water bottle that is reusable.
I personally love drinking from a stainless steel bottle because of how lightweight they are, but my Sigg set me back a few pennies. Another great stainless steel water bottle option is Affirm Water.
Stay Hydrated With Platypus
Since we all know how bad disposable water bottles are for the environment (since most of them end up in landfills because they don't get recycled), it's a great idea to use a reusable water bottle. Both Nalgene and SIGG bottles are great, but if your goal is to stay hydrated during some kind of strenuous activity, lugging around a hard bottle can be kind of annoying.
Check out these bottles made by a company called Platypus®.
Heart-healthy diet
In This Report- Highlights
- Introduction
- Dietary Changes
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
- In 2006, the American Heart Association (AHA) revised its dietary and lifestyle recommendations. The new guidelines specifically recommend limiting daily saturated fat intake to less than 7% and trans fats to less than 1% of total daily calories.
- The AHA recommends consuming plenty of deep-colored vegetables and fruits, eating oily fish at least twice a week, and including whole grains in your daily diet.
- Women with existing heart disease may consider taking fish oil supplements, suggests 2007 AHA guidelines. Women should include a variety of low-mercury fish in their diet.
Get It Up, Your Heart Rate That Is: Treadmill Hill Hike
If the heat of August is forcing you to move your workouts inside, you can still challenge yourself with virtual hills. Yep, I am talking about working the incline on the treadmill. By increasing the incline, you can really work your backside while getting your heart rate up too.
Smart Ways to Pump Up Your Home Gym: Part II
Buying fitness equipment is not always the easiest task. Finding the right piece for your home gym often means heading into unchartered territory. Everyday Health offers some great tips on making smart fitness buys.
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