Sunday, September 30, 2018
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BLOG 183 RELATIONSHIPS & YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY
BLOG 183 RELATIONSHIPS & YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY
Whatever the goal(s) of your fitness journey, the adventure
is mental and emotional. To succeed, certain behaviors, priorities, and choices
do change. These new habits also affect our spouse, partner, best friend,
siblings, parents, and so on. Our attempt to change means what was done in the
past will not continue. With this change in ourselves, we find change in the
dynamics of our relationships. We want people on our “good side” as we fight
this fight. As we assert ourselves about what we eat, how we spend our time,
and with the incorporation of exercise, not everyone is as supportive or
understanding as we wish they would be. I’m sure you can relate to one or more
the following scenarios.
We want the people in our lives to be cheerleaders, not
coaches. If we wanted a trainer or coach, we would hire one. Picking apart what
we are doing wrong is not the feedback we want to hear.
We want our network to participate. If we are dining out,
let’s go somewhere friendly to healthy eating. Eat a clean dinner with me,
don’t make we cook separate every time. It wouldn’t hurt you to hit the gym
with me.
We want the person to listen, not judge. This is an
emotional challenge to us, so sometimes we need to just hash out a bad
decision. We don’t need criticism, advice, or empathy, just acknowledgment that
they are aware we are trying and mama said there would be days like this.
We want to do non-food friendly hang outs. We don’t have to
meet for lunch or a drink every time we see each other.
We don’t want to be tempted. Please don’t offer bites or
nibbles. Please don’t try to convince me it’s okay this one time.
When you see me exercise at home or the gym, I don’t need
your input. I don’t need you to laugh or question me.
We do not want them to be the food police. Support is great
but this isn’t your role. I will let you know if I need law enforcement to
catch me.
Communication is the key. We can’t expect our relationships
to know how we are feeling each moment. It’s like when someone asks you if you
are okay, you say you are fine, and then you explode at them. We can’t expect
more, less, or really anything from someone close to us unless we openly and
honestly express the message. This is not to say it will be understood, but
when you assert your goals to others, you are also boosting your confidence
that this journey is happening and you are doing it. As part of your journey,
change the way you communicate to others as well. You will benefit physically
and mentally from this.
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
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BLOG 182 COBALT POISONING
BLOG 182 COBALT POISONING
Cobalt is an element in the earth’s crust. It is a byproduct of nickel or copper. It is
used for high temperature allowing magnets, ceramics, and tools. Even though it
is such a tiny element of our environment, this small amount is needed for our
health and for animal health. It is actually found in vitamin B12. A deficiency
can cause anemia. Overexposure can result in poisoning. This can happen when a
person swallows too much of it, breathes in too much of it, or it is in
constant contact with the skin causing irritation.
Recently, the metal used in hip replacements has caused a
higher case of cobalt poisoning. This implant made of cobalt acts as an
artificial hip socket. The hip is a ball-and-socket joint. Metal on metal
joints were introduced by manufactures as a solution to joint durability. A
metal ball is basically situated in a metal cup. However, complications have
occurred. Sometimes metal particles like cobalt are released when the ball
grinds against the cup while walking, running, or during activity. These
particles can then be released into the bloodstream. Inflammation and pain
would start to be felt in the hip area if this was occurring. This can be quite
serious, resulting in heart disease, kidney failure, thyroid disorders, or even
cancer. Other signs of cobalt poisoning include fatigue, vertigo, ringing in
the ears, and headaches.
Blood tests would reveal high levels of cobalt. If the
levels are dangerous, removing the hip replacement is necessary. After removal,
cobalt levels quickly drop. The longer the exposure, the worse the prognosis
might be. Some patients never fully recover, especially if their kidneys aren’t
properly functioning. Regular cobalt testing with bloodwork is highly
recommended for anyone who has had a hip replacement.
There have been a number of recalls on these metal-on-metal
hip replacements. There are also a high number of product liability lawsuits
against these manufacturers. They are usually found liable, because even if
they were unaware of the danger, they are still at fault. It is important to
act quickly if one plans to take action against one of these manufactures
because the statute of limitations is applicable against product manufacturers.
2.5 million Americans have a hip replacement. As we age, we
become more and more at risk for falls and arthritis to the hip area. Surgery
can put a person in the hospital for 3 or 4 days and then recovery can take 3
to 6 months. This is pretty serious and we don’t want future complications with
this. Take preventative measures for your hip health through regular exercise,
practicing your balance, and making sure your kinetic chain is in alignment in
the lower body. Watch those knees and toes as they all relate to the hips. The
hips don’t lie so avoid cobalt poisoning all together by sticking to that FIT
Life.
Friday, September 21, 2018
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Thursday, September 13, 2018
BLOG 181 APPENDIX
BLOG 181 APPENDIX
I’m not talking about the kind at the end of a book. I’m talking
about your body part the appendix, which the thin 4-inch tube at the junction
of your small and large intestine located in the lower right abdomen. Some say
it has no purpose. Others say it is the storage unit for the good bacteria of
our digestive system, coming to the rescue after a bad bout of diarrhea. For
whatever reason, the good old appendix has stayed with us through evolution.
When the appendix is
removed, well nothing happens. We only notice this body part when it has to be surgically
removed due to appendicitis. The
appendix really only gets attention when it becomes inflamed or infected and
needs to be taken out. When a person is experiencing pain to the lower right
abdomen, nausea, and vomiting, antibiotics won’t always do the trick. This leads to a surgery called an
appendectomy. Without surgery, the appendix can rupture. Luckily, minimally
invasive procedures are being used that help with quicker recovery, less time
in the hospital, and best of all… less pain. Chances are slim of this occurring
in the body. In fact, males are only at 8.6% risk and females only at 6.7% of
contracting appendicitis. Having a low functioning immune system is a probable
cause of having this and sometimes drinking contaminated water can be the
culprit.
The downside of the appendix is that is can be a store house
of tumors with cancer. This is another reason for removal. After an
appendectomy, the chances of having Parkinson’s disease later on in life does
increase.
So all in all, the appendix is sort of like that ugly vase your
great aunt Suzy gave you that is sitting on the table that serves no pretty
purpose. It is just there and probably would be better served to be removed
from the setting. In the meantime, no harm no foul. But then when it shatters
it’s time to clean it up and finally get it out of the house. The appendix is
an interesting part of our body due to its “serve no purpose” nature. Since
I’ve been working on my Doctorate, anatomy has been ever so prevalent in my
life. The appendix is an easy one to remember thank goodness. A fitness journey
must go on, with or without that appendix. I’ll never forget the time one of
our FIT family members vomited during a workout. That was her appendix…. yep
removed and back to workouts the next week.
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
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Friday, September 7, 2018
BLOG 180 ICE MACHINES
BLOG 180 ICE MACHINES
As a gal who dislikes cold water, well now I have more
reason to feel this way. Scientists have said that ice coming from ice machines
have more bacteria than toilet water. Some restaurants have been labeled a
“hygiene risk” after inspection. Wishful thinking would tell us that this is
because toilets are cleaned more often than the ice machine 😊 Hate to rain on the parade with a
hail storm, there’s no such thing as being too cold for germs. What’s worse is
that the standard of ice from these machines is that the bacteria that does
exist, is at least at a level that is safe for human consumption. So yeah, it’s
still there.
The number of cases of stomach upsets has increased by
50% since the 1990s. The problem is the cleaning of the machines and scoopers. Enterococci
and E. coli have been readily found. Feces contamination is just disgusting. Coliform,
is what the bacteria is called. It is found in the fecal matter of humans and
animals. One might think that ice is just water so how can it contain all this
without us at least seeing it?? Well, poor hygiene, i.e. not cleaning the
machines, causes this science project to occur.
McDonalds, KFC, and Burger King, have all been found
guilty. According to, Business Insider, (2017), “The coliform bacteria, which is found in
human and animal feces, was discovered in three out of 10 ice samples from
McDonald's, six out of 10 samples from Burger King, and seven out of 10 samples
from KFC.”
Even that ice maker at home has
bacteria. Have you ever cleaned your ice maker?? I’m guilty of never even
considering this. Luckily, some drinks can kill the bacteria on ice, but mostly
just alcoholic beverages.
We know that chewing on ice is bad for
our teeth. Sucking on ice can cause a brain freeze. Ice can be used to helped
with inflammation. So basically ice is all bad to me haha with it’s negative
associations. Because it has been so darn hot, I see a lot of ice in those
bottles at the studio. This topic came to as a discussion about my dislike of
cold water. I am that person that orders water without ice please. Well, now
there’s proof in the logic. Now I will go enjoy my warm water and not be selfish
so you can have all the bacteria 😊
https://www.businessinsider.com/fecal-bacteria-found-in-ice-at-mcdonalds-kfc-and-burger-king-2017-7
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