fitword of the day Having trouble setting goals? Use the S.M.A.R.T structured guidelines of setting a goal and map out the processes of achieving attainable accomplishments. Its important to be as specific as possible when setting goals. This will allow you to visualize each step and move from one small achievement to the next until [...]
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Prone Position (pronated, pronation)
fitword of the day Prone (pronated, pronation) Turning face down or palm-down. An example exercise of being in the prone position is the 4 point pushup. 4 point Push-up: This dynamic exercise challenges balance and core strength. Begin in a raised push-up position. Raise opposite leg and arm, pause and return. Repeat for opposite sides. [...]
Macronutrient
fitword of the day Macronutrient The nutrients protein, carbohydrates and fat, which are used in large quantities to provide energy and repairing of the body. 1 gram of protein yields 4 calories 1 gram of carbohydrate yields 4 calories 1 gram of fat yields 9 calories
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
fitword of the day Basal metabolic rate (BMR) The lowest amount of Calories burned to sustain life. BMR is the amount of calories you need to sustain life at rest. This means the amount of calories your body burns a day while you do nothing, like sleeping. As you age your BMR decreases, thats why [...]
BCAA (branched chain amino acids)
fitword of the day BCAA or Branched Chained Amino Acids or L-leucine, L-isoleucine and L-valine are your bodyʼs essential amino acids, the kind we cannot synthesis. This supplement is best used pre and post workout to aid in building muscles, and has also been seen to aid as fuel. BCAA also can improve recovery and almost [...]
