Hey Everyone!

Well it’s been a crazy couple of weeks, but we’re (finally) settling in nicely. I’m so glad that summer is here in full swing.

So, my inspiration for this post came from my recent trip to the local market, where I saw a bag of fresh key limes. Immediately my mouth began to water as I imagined a cool, creamy key lime pie (which is one of my all-time favorite dessert flavors).  However, at six weeks post-partum, I just received the “okay” to start exercising and finally working towards my goal of fitting into my pre-pregnancy jeans. Obviously making (and eating) key lime pie isn’t exactly a step in the right direction!  However, I recently stumbled on a recipe for Lemon-Buttermilk ice pops and thought “What if I can tweak this a little to taste more like the key lime pie I’ve been craving and make it a little (or a lot) more healthy?”

Now I know what you’re thinking, Buttermilk? In an ice pop? Weird. But stick with me here. I’m not one of those people who enjoy a nice cold glass of buttermilk. In fact, it has always tasted a little like spoiled milk to me (but I love to cook with it!). So when I ran across this recipe I was intrigued. Well, after a few adjustments (including some good ol’ French Vanilla Designer Whey), it’s now one of my (and my daughters’) favorite summer time treats!  Buttermilk provides a creaminess and tang that balances the key lime flavor perfectly, without adding a heavy amount of fat and calories. It just works! These ice pops are not only super delicious and refreshing, but a cinch to whip up. I also feel confident letting my girls make this with only minimal help (and mess!). Not to mention I love having a homemade dessert in the house that is healthy, too.

Somehow I have a feeling that “Key Lime Ice Pops” will be enjoyed in our house a lot this summer… hopefully in yours, too!

Till next time!

- Andrea

Key Lime Ice Pops (Adapted from Whipped)
2/3 cup Stevia-in-the-Raw
5 TBSP fresh key lime juice
2 TBSP key lime zest
Pinch of salt
1 scoop Designer Whey French Vanilla Protein Powder
1 2/3 cup low-fat buttermilk

Whisk Stevia, lime juice, lime zest, salt and protein powder in 4-cup measuring cup until sugar dissolves. Whisk in buttermilk.

Divide mixture among ice pop molds and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours and up to 5 days.  (Yields 6-8 ice pops, depending on mold)

Total nutritionals for entire recipe: 278 Calories; 32g Protein, 0g Fiber, 6g Fat, 25g Carbs, 22g Sugar.

Per popsicle (Yield 6): 46 Calories, 5.3g Protein, 0g Fiber, 4.16g Carbs, 3.6g Sugar.

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Week 3 is over! Boo-to-the-yah people.  I had quite a week, with an impressive high and a bummer of a low.  I’m excited to tell you all about it- what I learned from it and maybe there’ll be a nugget or two in there for you as well.

So, let’s keep this positive to start…  I got myself a little thing called a runner’s high.  I used to get them during weekly training runs- and could even solicit this phenomenon on command every time I raced.  I would call it a euphoric state where everything physically, emotionally and spiritually is in synch.  The pain from running is numbed, endorphins are tapped and you feel like you could go forever. 

Well, Tuesday I was doing some light interval work at a grassy park near the beach and it just hit me.  It began as an ice-cold prick down the back of my neck- then my stride lengthened and my chest heaved in rhythm.  I started sweating really hard too as my body began to push itself through the workout. My calves have (and still are, thank-you-very-much!) killing me.  I knew that changing up my running surface to something a little more soft like turf would make sense…  just look out for ankle-twisting gopher holes!  That, coupled with the cool ocean breeze was invigorating… I hadn’t tapped the adrenaline reservoir in years… at least not from running.  I will be sure to make at least one of my sessions this week at the same park- running with expectation for similar results.

Now for my low… don’t worry, I will spare you the details…  but I yaked…  puked, vomited, upchucked, barfed, chundered, regurgitated, spewed (we love you Garth), threw up, heaved and tossed my cookies (I think there was a boot in there somewhere)…  all at the same time! I was praying to the porcelain god, I tell you what!  What? I didn’t give any graphic details- it’s your imagination, people.  Well, without saying much more- I was messed up.  I had just completed a Thursday workout and was feeling sick coming down the home stretch.  What happened was I’d eaten much to close to my work out.  Let this be a lesson to you all…  running after you’ve just eaten is bad- your body no likey. 

It’s amazing to me how in just one short week I experienced such a dramatic shift.  One day I felt like I was flying and the next I was just trying to make it back to the office!  Yes, this is the part where I relate my time out on the road to life.  I can’t help it people, life is far too short to waste breath telling you about my pukefest, my barf-o-rama, my– sorry, you get the point. I want to make substantial connections to what I do in my everyday life with my life’s purpose.  I want my time here to be meaningful- to have value and be of substance worth sharing.

What I realized this week is that there are circumstances that are out of my control.  They may be successful in bringing me down and/or building me up.  Like my dad used to tell me, though- don’t go around with a control panel on your chest giving people and situations full access to push your buttons.  I am not as interested in the potential the situation has on me, but in the potential in me to overcome this situation!  I think it’s futile to obsess and worry about what may be…  it’s not a matter of if, but when because this life ain’t perfect, folks.  Energy, time and a commitment spent toward a productive will-do/am-doing attitude are a far better investment. 

As I begin my fourth week, I will be ready for the ups and downs in my training regiment and as I discussed in Week 1, I will remember the good times when I’m fighting the bad ones.  Ice those calves and have a great week- leave me some comments (did I miss any chunky synonyms?) and I will see you next time. Thanks for sharing in this with me.

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You want me to eat what?  Yeah, I want you to eat Kale.  I want you to mix up Designer Whey protein powder with some berries and water or almond milk, and guzzle down the goodness!  Why?  Because it likes you!  You might not like it, but it’s sooooo good for you, you won’t even believe it!  It has more antioxidants than blueberries!  More antioxidants than broccoli!  When you blend kale up in your protein smoothie, you can barely taste it…barely…if at all.

The first time I saw Kale I was like, “What am I going to do with this monstrosity of a vegetable?”  Do I cook it?  Do I steam it?  I’m supposed to eat a lot of raw vegetables.  So, I thought, hey!  I’ll blend it! Make sure you buy organic.  Non-organic Kale is high on the toxin lists for vegetables!  Actually, most greens should be bought organic if possible.

My Morning Routine:  Drag myself out of bed, listen to my children argue over who is going to play the Wii first, take my vitamins, and build my monster protein powder vegetable smoothie!  I’ll throw in celery, apples, kale, protein powder, coconut oil, stevia, peaches, and the kitchen sink!  Then on Tuesdays and Thursdays I’m off with the kids to my walking group.  As we head out the door I weave through laundry, toys, and Wii remotes.  Yeah, I’m not the cleanest Mom in the world, but I’m working on being my best!

They scooter along with me as I freak out that they’re going to cross the streets carefully with me and all the cars are going to pay attention.  Thank goodness for my quick morning protein smoothie!  It’s a great start to my often hectic morning.  It really is.  I feel energized and ready to take on the world!

Other days I’m training a client or two, getting in my workout at the gym, where I take advantage of the child care and get in some writing.  Love my gym!  Trying to combat stress in my life is nutrition first these days!  I used to push it hard core with Amateur Kickboxing Fighting, but unhealthy eating habits and life stress was adding up.  Because I was fueling my body with candy and cheese and trying to work out two to three hours, four days a week, along with a lot of life stress, I passed out in September of 2010.  In October of 2010 I was diagnosed by my Wellness Doctor with adrenal fatigue.  I am doing a lot better now, but I am still learning how to lower stress and eat six meals a day.  I still love Kickboxing for fun, but have taken up a lower stress lifestyle in exercise, relationships, and nutrition.  Now instead of that Donut and 800 calorie Frappuccino, I opt for my gluten free organic brownie and an assortment of spicy and minty teas!

I’ve learned the importance of a quality protein powder to aide me in eating six small meals a day.  It’s not always a perfect eating day, but protein powders and protein bars give me the fuel I need in combination with my fruits, vegetables, beans, raw nuts, and whole grains, to fuel my body, fuel my health, and fuel my life!

I would like to encourage you to try Kale, and try to make one small change today in exercise or nutrition to change your life, one step at a time.  You can do it!  Why?  Because you’re worth it!  You deserve to be healthy!  And your body will thank you for it!

Kale Smoothie Recipe

2 cups Kale Leaves – packed

1 cup organic berries (Your pick: Organic Strawberries, Organic Blueberries, Organic Blackberries, Organic Raspberries)

1 cup water or almond milk

1 serving Protein Powder

1 tbsp peanut butter (or a handful of raw nuts, almonds, you could use 1 tbsp coconut oil: find online or at a health food store)

10 drops stevia (a healthy sugar alternative)

Blend and Enjoy!

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I can’t believe it’s already June! First of all it still feels like winter most days in Spokane, WA. I was looking forward to summers that weren’t so hot but give me a break I’ve never turned on my heater in the month of June in my life. From what I can tell I moved to Washington just in time for a record breaking winter and now a record breaking summer if you want to call it summer.

I guess the good news is I have had the opportunity to see plenty of warmer days with all of my traveling. I recently went to the Biggest Loser campus to check out the new digs as well as interview all the contestant for the upcoming season 12. Every season they redo the set/house we live in during our journeys on campus. In the past the have made changes but as far as the kitchen they just changed the color of the tiles through stick on tiles. This season however the kitchen GORGEOUS! They redid the entire thing the range and ovens our in the middle of the dining area, they have a huge cutting board counter top as well as tons of beautiful spices on display, I can’t wait for you guys to see it.

The ranch was amazing as usual and the contestants couldn’t be better. Of course I am not able to share what I know about the contestants yet but I can share about the trainers since we all know who they are going to be this season.

I must admit when I first heard that Anna Kournikova was going to be a trainer I was like WHAT?! She’s a tennis player and known for her PDA with her then boyfriend and now husband Enrique Iglesias, what does she know about training people? However after I met her and was able to ask her a few questions she quickly won me over and I have a feeling she is going to do the same with the millions of Biggest Loser fans. She is 100% committed to make sure that the contestants of season 12 change their lifestyles into healthy ones so that they can continue to live them. What I love most about her is that she is overly into admitting that she doesn’t have all the answers and actively into using all her resources to get them.

Then you have Dolvett Quince who is just yummy in so many ways, not as yummy however as the brand NEW barely on the shelves DESIGNER WHEY bars! I mean for crying out loud I feel as if I’m eating a Reese’s Sticks but it’s the peanut butter protein bar with 10g protein for only 160 calories. I think that my prayers have been answered. Now back to Dolvett he is a season trainer that has been helping the people of Atlanta get their groove back for years and although I may not be as impressed as thirteen year old girls he was Justin Bieber’s trainer

And then of course the main man on campus Mr. Harper and he is better than ever!

I can’t wait for all of you to meet the new season of the Biggest Loser and go out right now to try the new protein bars ….you are going to die with how good they are!

Until next time,

Ali xo

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Last week the Designer Whey Facebook page had a post asking about your favorite summer berry.  I know that blackberry was the winner, but (as much as I love blackberries) raspberries have always had my heart.  So to all my fellow raspberry lovers out there, this blog’s for you. 

When I was growing up, we had raspberry bushes along the length of our backyard.  In the summertime when the berries would “come on,” my mom would always tell us to let them be (since they were meant for her infamous raspberry jam).  Knowing that the berries were” forbidden” made them all the sweeter, and nearly every day a few handfuls would disappear into our eager mouths.  Looking back, I’m sure that my mom was well aware of our “secret” raids on the precious berries (I’m sure our stained hands and mouths, scratches on our arms and plenty of guilty glances toward the kitchen window gave it away), but rarely did she say anything. 

For the past few weeks I have been anxiously waiting for raspberries to arrive in our grocery stores. Frozen berries are great (I use them almost daily in my smoothies), but there is something special about the taste and texture of freshly picked raspberries.  I always try to capture that taste in all of my recipes, but while frozen berries provide the chill and thickness in a smoothie, they don’t possess the level of freshness that off the vine berries afford.  How could I keep the smoothie texture without using lots of ice and watering down the delicate flavor of the berries?  After numerous attempts (and a few failures!), I finally arrived at what I think is a perfect balance of freshness, flavor and texture. Why not freeze my liquid ingredients?  So here it is – my NEW favorite smoothie… for this week anyways. 

Till next time!

Fresh Raspberry Summertime Smoothie

1 cup fresh raspberries, divided in half

1 scoop Designer Whey Strawberry Protein Powder

2 Tbsp ground Flax seed

1 cup plain yogurt

½-1 packet Stevia

3-4 cubes So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk (ice cube tray purchased in Target’s dollar section)

½ cup So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk

Method

Combine ½ cup raspberries with the remaining ingredients, blending very well (the coconut milk ice cubes freeze extra solid.) After desired consistency is achieved add in remaining ½ cup raspberries and pulse 3-4 times, just until combined (this is the key to maintaining the “fresh” flavor!) Pour and enjoy!

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I can’t believe that I’ve finished my second week already… 

Actually, let me rephrase:  I can’t believe I’ve finished my second week…period.  Every step I took on every run was pain.  My calves are knotted up and my knees feel like brittle branches one pinecone away from breaking.  I feel like the pace of these workouts is increasing too rapidly.  It cast doubt as to whether or not I can finish into every corner of my mind as I laced up for each day’s gauntlet.  I say gauntlet, because it truly feels like every molehill, gust of wind, ray of sunshine, skinny girl in spandex and pebble that lay before me was conspiring to stop me.  I’m sure I was a sight to see, wincing in pain with that bitter-beer face scrunched up, as I made my way though the run.

The cool part about my week though was that I heard from several people in the company about their own struggles to be consistent…  whether that was in workouts or diets or what-have-you.  It was actually encouraging for me to see that I was not alone in my increasing desire to quit or to go easy.  I think I was under the impression that it was a cakewalk for them- like somehow they had it all together because they seemed better off than me.  The real interesting part is how different we all are- how we are in such different spots in our health and fitness (and in life) and yet, somehow, we can still relate.

There are a group of women from my work that can literally run circles around me…  one actually did because I was plodding along so slowly (I was harnessing my inner turtle!).  They are in such better shape than I am, but are still challenged daily with eating right and exercising to the standards they’ve set for themselves.  In that sense we are very much in the same boat- in a constant state of construction to erect discipline and devotion in our lives.  Since they made themselves vulnerable, I benefitted and became empowered to forge ahead knowing new challenges await me!

It makes me think about my life outside of training and how when I’m going through a difficult time, I may be reluctant to share in that with someone. There may be fear of sounding weak or like a drama-king… or it could be that I just don’t want to burden anyone with my problems.  The crazy thing is that sharing hardships isn’t just about you dumping on someone else about your life.  It can help the other person (or people) to gain perspective- to see that their situation is better off than yours!  It can also foster an environment where the person you’re unloading on feels safe to discuss their own challenges.  Finally, it gives someone else the opportunity to pour love and compassion into you which can do wonders for their own self-apathy.  Nothing works better to pull you out of your mud-hole like doing something for someone else!

The parallels between running or working out and real life is staggering to me.  I was always a sucker for a good sports analogy, but living it out and seeing fruit has been quite the maturation process.  I have definitely reaped more than I bargained for in accepting this 5k challenge.  The encouragement and advice I get from my support system at Designer Whey is profound.  Someday I will be on the other end of this and that gets me excited.

I’m curious to hear what workout epiphanies you’ve realized?  Leave a comment and I look forward to doing this again next week…  why don’t you have your people call my people and we’ll do Facebook.

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Alright- week one is complete.  I ran a 33:36 for my baseline 5k (yah, I’ve run 10ks in less time).  I was happy enough to complete it and actually ran the first six and a half minutes.  I’ve been drinking Designer Whey’s new shakes three times a day along with a pee-load of water!  I’ve found that my body needs it though- craves it actually. It’s been one of the harder things I’ve done in life- getting back into shape, but I am thankful for the support I’m getting here at Designer Whey headquarters and from my family & friends… even from a couple of you.

Boy, did I have ideas of grandeur for this blog.  I was expecting epic tragedy, drama galore…  and perhaps a little gore.

Well, I completed the first of eight weeks without any of that (not even a skinned knee to put one of my wife’s Hello! Kitty band-aids on!).  I mean, stick the mic in my face in the middle of one of my workouts last week and you may have gotten a different story. Check that, you absolutely would have. 

If I could have even uttered words between my labored breathing, a mouse-like wheeze, and the incessant spitting- it would have sounded something like: “ohmygosh… whow- this…   whew- sucks…  whow- killmenowplease…”  And if I could have somehow texted while jogging (that’s not against the law in California, I checked)- it would have read something like: “omg! tskmnp!” (see above for translation). 

I’m a few days removed now… I am writing this after the fact- after the math of 5 days x 3 miles a day = 15 miles for my first week!  I can talk about it as a good experience at this point because that week is over- I have distance and time from it…  I’ve had healing.  It’s kind of like life and relationships actually.  When in the midst of a trial we are standing so close to it that it’s difficult to see purpose, reward or meaning.  Yet, after we’ve passed through the fire, usually what are left are little gold nuggets- knowledge, wisdom, confidence and resiliency.  These items are ours for the taking- we earned them!  They can be used to shape future experiences.  I will go into week two armed with this revelation.

So, I suppose that’s my lesson for this week.  Remember what it is to come out the other side while in the middle of my struggle.  Trust that a reward is waiting for me at week’s end- another chapter ran in my autobiographical blog.  The cool thing is that, unlike a typical autobiography, I’m actually writing this as I go.  I don’t know what the final chapter holds, but as I live and breathe, I will decide how it ends. 

I would love to hear your encouragement and any advice on our Designer Whey Facebook page.   See you next week.

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On May 10 (last month) I received the most wonderful and exciting news! Designer Whey/Biggest Loser Protein had decided to bestow upon me the most wonderful gift ever! It was my birthday, so the timing couldn’t have been anymore perfect!  Biggest Loser Protein was sending me to the May 24th Biggest Loser season 11 live finale in Los Angeles, California!

My good friend Jessica Martin Peterson came with me. She knew the riggers of vying for one of the sought after spots on the Biggest Loser Ranch so I knew she would be thrilled to join me in what would surely be a life changing adventure!

What we experienced was both real and surreal! One moment we were standing in the Los Angeles airport and the next we were surrounded by ‘Reality Royalty’! We hadn’t expected to be greeted by the owners of ‘Shut Up and Sweat’ Athletic Gear, Mike and Nancy Dudley, in the Hotel lobby! They welcomed us with a bountiful array of t-shirts and hoody jackets!, they are amazing folks!, we loved getting to know them!

With in hours we found ourselves being ‘bear hugged’ by O’Neal Hampton (BL9), and Jessie Wornum (BL11)! We were chatting up Austin and Ken Andrews (BL11), Courtney and Marci Crozier (BL11), Tracy Yukich (BL8), Sarah Nitta and her Mom Denise ‘Deni‘ Hill, (BL11)… and the list goes on! All were such inspiring folks, warm and friendly! Ali Vincent, First Female Biggest Loser and Biggest Loser Protein looked beyond amazing! ….and all this happened the day before the finale! Needless to say we were in Biggest Loser heaven!!

Stephenie with Brett Hoebel

The day of the Finale, Jessica and I opted for a morning walk and healthy breakfast at Subway, on our way back we met Biggest Loser trainer Brett Hoebel! He was by far one of the most memorable folks we met! He has the most gentle spirit, very kind and genuine. He is the ‘real deal’! I hope to see him on the Ranch for seasons to come!

The Live finale was spectacular! Biggest Loser Olivia Ward was crowned the season 11 winner and every contestant was transformed and looked glowing and healthy! The evening was truly magical! After the Live Finale Jessica and I attended the ‘After Party’! Family, friends, fans, Biggest Loser current and past contestants, Biggest Loser Trainers, Biggest Loser Host Alison Sweeney, Casting Directors and more all gathered to celebrate!

On the night of the Finale I chose to wear a bright yellow dress, I opted to not wear even a stitch of black because for once I didn’t want to ‘hide’ myself….it felt good to be bright and cheery and I was proud of the 65 lbs I had lost so far! I still have at least 100 lbs to go but at the Finale and all during my Finale trip I, for once, didn’t feel judged for my weight, instead I felt supported and encouraged…I felt like a ray of sunshine and I felt beautiful ! I wanted to sample what life might feel like when I reach my healthy goal weight…and I know it’s gonna feel great!

I took this opportunity to seek some wisdom from the Biggest Loser contestants. A familiar theme rang true amongst them all. Time and time again each person I spoke with told me this; “you don’t need to go to the Biggest Loser Ranch to do this..you can do this on your own” They also said “let the show inspire and motivate you, start your journey now and on your own…the prize it getting your life back!”

Needless to say I was totally inspired and revitalized by each and every person I spoke with! I am ready to continue on my weight loss journey. I am re-fueled, humbled and ready for what ever is next! It’s one foot in front of the other…there is no magic pill, every minute is a test and a challenge and as Hannah Curlee (BL11) said “My best is good enough!”

Now that I have returned home with a new zest for life I decided to set myself a ‘goal’, a little something to focus on and train for…I’ve never done anything like this before but for me life is all about taking chances and believing in yourself…with that said I will be competing in the 2011 ‘Warrior Dash’ event in September…it’s a 3.18 ml. race located on a course filled with 10 treacherous obstacles including repelling down a mountain, climbing under barb wire through mud, jumping over fire, swimming through a lake and more…to me it’s going to be’ Survivor’ meets ‘Biggest Loser’!… I believe we all have a ‘warrior’ with in us! If you would like to participate in one of the Warrior Dash Events go to http://www.warriordash.com/

I have been getting lots of great tips on how to train for my run reading the DesignerWhey blog ‘Training for a for a 5k‘…check it out..it is filled with important information on how to get started and be successful! http://www.designerwhey.com/blog/author/5k/

Happy ‘beginning of summer’ everyone!! See you back here in July!
Stephenie

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It’s been a little longer than I would have liked since my last post, but the past few weeks have held a few surprises.  After a couple of “almosts” and a few “false alarm” trips to the hospital, our little bundle of joy (finally) arrived at 38 weeks. Weighing in at a healthy 7lbs 9oz, all of the hard work from the past nine months seems to blur into a peaceful sigh.

Lying in the hospital bed laboring away is difficult (they don’t call it “labor” for nothing, right?). With only clear fluids (water, juice, broth, etc.) and maybe a Jell-o cup here and there to sustain you, it’s no wonder we get cranky! Like most people (especially those who are pregnant) I don’t do well without food. Labor or not, I was HUNGRY! I honestly considered begging the hubby to sneak me in a sandwich, but then he reminded me that across the street from the hospital was a GNC. If I could have liquids, I could have some Designer Whey Protein-2GO! Ten grams of protein would help tame my growling tummy and give me the energy I needed to work through this final hurdle. The Orange Mango flavor was so yummy I think I made the nurses a little jealous! As you can see below, that “extra pick me up” definitely helped and made things (including my hunger monster) a lot easier to deal with.

In the coming weeks as we settle into our new routine as a family of five, there are bound to be times that I will need a little extra energy (what parent doesn’t). Knowing that I can reach for Protein-2GO to help me through the day (or night) is a true comfort. I plan to keep a stash in the car, the diaper bag and of course, mommy’s “snack” cabinet! I even sent my Mom-in-law home with a few to try. Now the real fun begins!

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Everyone faces constant struggles with life, relationships, and other, but though we all face the same battles, we all respond differently to the situations. For some find solace with food, others head right to the bar and tavern, but for me, the moment I feel the weight of the world on my shoulders I head right for the gym or the track. My “coping” mechanism is to use exercise, rather than to use a substance or a vice. I luckily turned what could easily be a negative habit, into what has become a positive. Without failing, the moment I feel stressed or overwhelmed with life and RELATIONSHIPS, I instinctively get into my car and head to the gym or to the track, and relieve that stress in the healthiest and MOST EFFECTIVE of ways; by exercising. Nothing helps me clear my mind greater than the feeling I get after an “angry” or “frustrated” workout or run. All the testosterone that is raising my anxiety and blood pressure dissolves with each set or lap. If you tend to turn to cigarettes, alcohol, or even food to provide the feeling of euphoria which you may momentarily receive, it only takes a few days to turn what is a harmful reaction to a positive reaction. It will initially take a conscious effort at first, but I promise you, like me, you will soon turn what could be potentially a destructive habit into a healthful and beneficial habit. Before you reach for the cigarette or the beer, or the ice cream, take a deep breath, put on your sneakers and head to the gym or the track.

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