is excited to open its 8th location January 2016 in NEWTON, SURREY!
Pre-registration begins 9:30am Monday, Sept 21, 2015 at
6899A King George Blvd.
Call 778-564-1601
SUPERFOOD SPOTLIGHT:
Daikon Radish
This mild but mighty white root veggie could be your answer to bloating, cellulite – even migraines!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Daikon is a winter radish native to southeast and continental Asia. Characterized by its fast growing leaves and white root, it is commonly used for its medicinal properties. It is low in calories but rich in vitamin C, B vitamins, and a multitude of minerals including potassium. It contains large amounts of enzymes that are utilized in fat and starch digestion, making it a beneficial remedy for digestive issues. Daikon is known to speed up digestion, and can be used to treat constipation,
gas and diarrhea. Asian cultures also consider it to be useful in boosting the immune system, fighting congestion, coughs, and sore throats, as well as preventing cancer.
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY IT:
Daikon has been used for centuries as a natural diuretic and cleansing agent for the blood and body. Through its diuretic effects on the body, it stimulates the clearance of toxins via the kidney and eliminates excess fluids. This helps to lower blood pressure, combat edema, cellulite and bloating. Its cleansing effect on the blood may help to treat certain skin conditions including acne and eczema. When eaten regularly, daikon is believed to alleviate symptoms of fatigue, reduce the incidence of migraines and to be a good hangover remedy.
LET’S GET TOGETHER:
Often served pickled in Asian cultures, daikon can be added to any dish or eaten as a condiment. It can also be boiled to create a broth or tea, which is the best method for treating digestive ailments, especially constipation or diarrhea. Daikon can also be juiced, giving you access to its unique enzyme profile.
Source: thechalkboardmag.com
Ladies
How to Beat Belly Fat
- Do it in bursts: Interval training has been shown to reduce stubborn belly fat
- Stand tall: Good posture makes your stomach look flatter
- Work your core: Do exercises that strengthen your core and back. Add planks to every workout!
- 150 Minutes: The minimum amount of moderately intense activity you need every week to start losing the fat!
More at: popsugar.com/fitness
Guys
5 Things To Do Before You Lift
- Have a drink: Muscles are around 75 per cent water, and being even slightly dehydrated can lead to a ten per cent drop in contractile strength.
- Load up the iPod: Listening to music while training makes you focus on the session so that you work out harder for less perceived effort.
- Check your watch: Do your workouts in the afternoon. Studies have identified that body temperature naturally peaks then, meaning muscles are warmer and more flexible and strength is at its peak.
- Have a target: Numerous studies have shown that goal-setting leads to performance enhancement, so plan a training programme that allows you to increase the weight you lift over time, rather than hitting the machines haphazardly.
- Brace your core: Your core stabilizes your body while lifting but is also involved in transferring power from your legs to your upper body when performing moves based on the chest, shoulders and back.
Source: mensfitnessmagazine.com.au
Love Fitness!
How to become an exercise addict
Get up earlier
Right this minute, go set your alarm and lay out everything you need for your morning workout. Working out at the same time every day may help you improve more quickly. If you get your sweat session out of the way first thing in the a.m., you won’t miss out if unexpected distractions come up later in the day.
Hire a trainer
Whether you’re a total newcomer to the fitness scene or you just need a little motivation and guidance, a personal trainer can help you set goals and develop a plan to make them happen. People think they can’t afford it, but they don’t realize that even just one or two sessions with a trainer can be so beneficial.
Hold out on yourself
Trick yourself into looking forward to exercise, by making it the only time you treat yourself to something special. Maybe it’s your favorite TV show that you’ll only watch from the treadmill, brunch with girlfriends after yoga class, or a special dessert you only allow yourself on days you’ve worked out. When you associate exercise with positive experiences, you’ll start to look at it less as a chore and more as something fun and rewarding.
Don’t overdo it
One way to put a stop to your new exercise habit before it even gets off the ground? Getting hurt. Beginners (or people just returning to fitness after a long break) need to be careful about trying to do too much, too soon, which can leave you sore and exhausted—or worse yet, with a real injury that will keep you sidelined for even longer. It’s normal to have some muscle aches and stiffness a day or two after working out muscles you haven’t used in a while, but if you start to feel sick or overly tired, you could be training too hard. Following a training plan or working with a personal trainer can help you make sure you’re progressing at a reasonable pace.
For more visit: health.com
Healthy Transformations
Turkey Burger
Ingredients:
- ½ cup lettuce, iceberg
- 2 tsp mustard
- 1 oz turkey, lean ground
- ¼ cup egg whites, Liquid
- 2 slices bread (rye, pumpernickel, 100 % whole grain, flour-less)
- ¼ medium tomato
- 1 slice onion, red
- 1 tsp oil, high oleic safflower
Spices:
- ¼ tsp salt, lite
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp dried dill
PREPARATION:
Spread oil in pan. Set aside. Combine egg whites, turkey, and seasonings. Spread to form patty in heated, oiled pan. Cook over medium heat until brown. Flip over and cook thoroughly on other side. Spread mustard on half of bread and top with burger followed by lettuce, sliced tomato, and onion.
Per serving: 325 calories, 20g protein,
9g total fat, 41g carbohydrates.
Source: Healthy Transformations Recipes
