INDIANAPOLIS - Linda Somers-Smith (Arroyo Grande, Calif.) has been named USA Track & Field’s Athlete of the Week after finishing 8th in the open women’s race at the USATF National Club Cross Championships in Seattle on Dec. 10 … [Read more...]
Pharyngitis – Upper Respiratory Infections
December 15, 2011 By
Acute inflammation of the throat or pharyngitis can be related to the common cold, influenza, or a more serious condition such as mononucleosis. The Epstein-Barr virus of mononucleosis or the streptococcus bacteria in the condition of scarlet fever or tonsillitis can be the cause of pharyngitis. Streptococcal infection … [Read more...]
Essential minerals
December 15, 2011 By
Welcome to ‘essential minerals’. Here you will find tips to make the most out of the minerals your body needs. Time-to- Run – Contributor Cynthia Hayward How to keep your body’s engine in tip top form No athlete, be they Michael Johnson or Joe Plod, can survive for long without a regular intake of the … [Read more...]
Getting started – the Beginning
December 15, 2011 By
Okay, so you new to the game. Lets start from the beginning. There is no rush and there is no pressure, we will guide you from your first steps to your first paced run. Be it a run on your own or an organised event, such as a 5km. Firstly, if you have not had [...]Getting started – the Beginning is a post from: … [Read more...]
Vitamin C and its suspected harmfulness explained
December 15, 2011 By
In response to the article [ vitamins explored Vit C ] on the harmfulness of Vit C inre kidney stones. The article on Vitamin C regarding its benefits in ridding kidney stones and its overall antiviral/antibacterial effects with megadoses, by Robert McHeffey. There are five types of kidney stones: 1. Calcium phosphate … [Read more...]
Fat Reduction Pills will not make you fitter
December 15, 2011 By
Fat Reduction Pills will not make your heart stronger, will not increase your other muscles endurance, or teach you to cope with food and life. Your circulation will remain stagnant. Fat reduction pills will not make you fitter. Exercise raises your self esteem because you have taken control of your body. All Fat … [Read more...]
Omega Fatty Acids – What are Omega fatty acids?
December 15, 2011 By
There are two essential fatty acids that contribute to a healthier heart and they are part of the so-called “omega” grouping. Linoleic acid is one of the omega-6 fat family, and alpha-linolenic acid is a member of the omega-3 fat family. Both of these fats are PUFAs, and have appeared in the news for their … [Read more...]
Omega Fatty Acids – a Hype or Help?
December 15, 2011 By
Take a tour of any supermarket today, and you will be struck by the number of margarine tubs, cooking oils and even yogurts and eggs that have “Omega 3 or 6” either in their brand name or added in big letters to the packaging. What is the sudden big deal with Omegas? Are marketers just [...] Omega Fatty Acids – a … [Read more...]
Influenza – Upper Respiratory Infections
December 14, 2011 By
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is one of the most persistent and debilitating diseases. It mainly occurs in various forms as a yearly epidemic, causing severe illness among the populace. Influenza is caused by myoviruses classified as type A, B, and C. Type A influenza is the most common, causing serious and … [Read more...]
Prepare for your first 8 kilometre event
December 14, 2011 By
We will now provide a training program which will take you towards your first 8 kilometre event. This training will also equip you to complete a 10K. However, we advise that you first participate in a 5 miler or 8K event. This is a precaution and should be listened to. The 10K distance is considered [...]Prepare for … [Read more...]
