New Stuff, 13 Essential vitamins, New product review

Today there was an article in the local newspaper about an exercise that combines elements of martial, dance and healing arts to try to enrich the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Looks very good to me and it is taught by one of my friends, Connie Berlingeri. The exercise is called Nia(neuromuscular integrative action) and is a non-impact exercise. It is done in a darkened area so as to promote self-awareness and remove awareness of other students. It is done barefoot to help center the body and blends three arts: martial arts, dance and healing. The good news is that Nia does not center on just one discipline of the body but promote full body wellness. It also offers something that is really appealing to me in that it encourages participants to move at their own pace and ability, employing a variety of choreographed steps set to music. So, the way I read it you don't have to have a lot of rhythm since you move at your own pace and feel. Connie says that Nia really changed her life and in the process she healed a back injury and her emotions. If you are close to Lubbock you can find these classes at the Lubbock YWCA, Flex 24-7 Fitness and LakeRidge Methodist Church. This sounds very inviting to me and since I have flirted with Yoga only to be turned away from it by my very stiff body and intimidating instructors. I think I might just try this Nia(also found on the web site). Also, for the complete story go to: Lubbockonline.com under the Local heading, and the article is-Healing Moves.

Just so everyone knows this there are 13 essential vitamins that the body needs, and if you are eating a very well balanced diet you are probably getting them. But everyone tells us we are not doing that so we need vitamin supplements. Just beware since some are water soluble and flush with your urine but others are not and can be toxic. So, before pursuing the vitamin pill I would consult a vitamin expert, not your local doctor since they generally don't know squat about this, with rare exceptions(my Dr. Gray being one of the exceptions). One vitamin in particular can be very toxic and that is Vitamin D, which is naturally delivered from the sun rays. But if one does not like to get out in the sun then a supplement may be in order for this vitamin but must be done with professional recommendations. The following represent the 13 essential vitamins needed by the human body: Vitamins A, C, D, E, K, B6-B12, riboflavin, thiamine, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin and folate. A good multi-vitamin will supply all of the above and always eat a balanced diet. Plenty of fruits and vegetables are always recommended in a good diet, plus Omega 3 fish oils. Salmon is always high on any list for healthy foods and can be eaten as many times as the desire is there. Vegetarians must be careful to replace the vitamins that are provided by meat alone, i.e. the B vitamins are mostly found in meat. With a deficiency in B-12 the body has a tendency to become exhausted much quicker. Again, consult a health food consultant and now a days there are plenty to talk to.

For the past two month or so I have been experimenting with a new exercise supplement called Enlyten. While it has 4 main products(electrolytes, antioxidants, melatonin, and energy) I have only tried the electrolytes, and energy during exercise and competition. I have found them to be very effective having used them during training and in triathlon events. The energy strips(put between you gum and cheek for rapid delivery to your system) really work and for a long period of time. For a sprint distance triathlon that can take up to one and a half hours I take two of the strips and they last through out the competition. The electrolyte strips have completely eliminated the calf cramps I was getting when going from the bike to run transition. So, I am really sold on these products. The only complaint I have is when my hands are sweaty and I try to put one in my mouth while on the bike I have a tendency to remove more than one, so I am working on that. The web site for this product is: enlyten.com and you can find out all of the details on these products there.

mike greer