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When the pandemic began and everything was in an uproar, things were scary. No one knew what was really going on but we knew it was not good. The next thing you know, everything started to shut down…including gyms! Crazy, right?! I was having a complete come apart. Remember, I am a girl who has been in the gym in some form or fashion for the past 3 years. To have my second home close was devastating! I didn’t know what I would do. All kinds of thoughts ran through my mind but I just knew I didn’t want to gain all my weight back. I was going to have to improvise.
Oh hey! Welcome back to My PHAT Life! OMG! Have you heard about the new protein cookie that is out??? It is plant-based with 16 grams of protein! I may have found my new snack! But If you turn the package over, you see that this cookie has 220 calories per serving (half a cookie), 8 fat, 28 carbs, 11 sugar, and 8 additional added sugars! Ummm…have you really found a good snack or did a gimmick get you? What are gimmicks? Gimmicks are what advertisers use to get people to buy their products. There are a lot of companies that use what is “IN” right now to get people to purchase their products. But do you really know what you are putting in your body?
Welcome back! I’m so excited that you are taking the time to come and “hang” with me. I want to start by saying CARBS ARE NOT THE EMENY!!! Lol! I know you are like, “girl ok”, but why did you have to “say it” in all caps?! Here is the thing, a lot of people believe carbs are bad. There are a variety of Fad diets out now that suggest “If you just eliminate carbs, you will feel great and lose weight!” While that may be true for a while, how long will a person avoid eating carbs and how will the body respond in the long run?
Read more: Debunking health myths: The truth about carbs - My PHAT Life
So, we all know that there are many benefits to cardio. Here are a few things just to jog your memory:
- Burns Fat
- Improves sleep quality
- Improves sex life
- Expands lungs capacity
- Lowers stress
- Makes you feel good, but can also temporarily help with depression and anxiety
- Reduces risk factors, such as heart disease, cholesterol, diabetes, and some cancers
by Shelby Pitts
Many of us have been away from the gym since they closed their doors due to COVID-19, and some of us have avoided the gym for even longer. Whatever your reason, if you are returning to the gym after a long break, there are some precautions that need to be taken. When you are away from the gym for an extended period, your body becomes deconditioned and you become more prone to injuries. Below you will find different tips to ensure your safety and rebuild your training workload, along with different resources to help you along the way.