Good News for Joggers

A new study from German Researchers has shown just how good running is for you!
We already know that running is good for leg and core strength and cardiovascular health

Turns out that running also targets fat tissue - specifically visceral fat AKA belly fat!
The first 10 minutes of your jog are the most effective for burning this type of fat
(Don't forget that at least 30 minutes is needed for cardiovascular health)

So what are you waiting for! Strap those running shoes on today!!

originally seen on glamour.com vitamin G blog

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Trouble Sleeping?

There is one pretty simple way to reduce insomnia.
If you have trouble sleeping at night you might want to pay attention to what that is...

Exercise!

A study done by Northwest University asked people who claimed they had trouble sleeping if they exercised and all of them said no.
After they were put on a 16 week exercise program including biking, running and treadmill activity all of them reported an improvement in sleep!

read the article here

Katrina Runs

I just found a new blog I thought I would share. Katrina Runs http://www.katrina-runs.com/  - the author is a 34year old teacher, runner, photographer, and diabetic. she loves cooking and has lots of great recipes! because she has diabetes she has lots of great information about proteins, complex carbs, balances meals and the dangers of too much sugar.
she posts about running, cooking, clean eating and photography. I would definitely check out her site!
One great post is "Organics, Is It Worth It" - it talks about the growing trend of buying organic as well as a list of foods from WebMD that you definitely should buy organic or make sure you wash!

exercise review

new feature! every week, or couple of weeks my mom and i are going to try a new workout dvd or class and then report back about what we think about it. there will be a review from both of our points of view as well as all the information about the dvd, or the class - where to find it, how long it is ect.

last night we tried Gaiam 5 Day Fit Yoga. we did the first one, AM peak performance.
reviews to come.

in the meantime check out the vitmain g block on glamour.com - it is a daily health and fitness blog. lots of great recipes, fitness tips, and articles about general health and well being.