http://www.exercisedvds.com The best exercise dvds and more... Tue, 15 May 2012 13:48:23 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/grilled-bbq-filet-mignon-pizza/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/grilled-bbq-filet-mignon-pizza/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 13:48:23 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=1017

Sliced medium rare filets

Sweet caramelized onions

Lightly grilled portabella mushrooms

Then you can assemble it. I turned the grill down a bit, so the dough didn’t over cooked.  This will also ensure that the ingredients including shredded medium cheddar cheese meld together. It took about 12-15 minutes for it to cook completely.  I forgot to take a picture so this is someone elses.  Let me know if you have dough suggestions.]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/grilled-bbq-filet-mignon-pizza/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/5-exercises-for-thumb-injuries-due-to-texting/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/5-exercises-for-thumb-injuries-due-to-texting/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 13:31:08 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=1013

Tap each finger to your thumb five times on each hand.   You can sing a song while doing it so you can repeat it for 3 sets.

Lengthening your thumb is very helpful.  Seriously, pull on it – gently of course.  But while pulling, give it a light wiggle.

Massage your thumb web.  Don’t moan or anything, but give the muscles around your thumb a quick massage.

Gently stretch your thumb back towards your forearm for 10 seconds.  This weird hand position is more intense if you straighten your arm out in front of you.

If your thumb continues to cramp or lock up, you might just need to talk to people for a day and give your thumbs a rest.

]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/5-exercises-for-thumb-injuries-due-to-texting/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/how-does-a-sport-become-part-of-the-olympics/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/how-does-a-sport-become-part-of-the-olympics/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 13:17:41 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=1009 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/how-does-a-sport-become-part-of-the-olympics/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/athletes-with-asthma-increasing-many-may-be-using-wrong-medication/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/athletes-with-asthma-increasing-many-may-be-using-wrong-medication/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 13:39:03 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=1004 The British Medical Journal reported that about 21% of their 2004 Olympic team had asthma compared to 8% of the British general population. The BMJ article also reported that there is a huge concern that athletes with asthma are being treated with the wrong asthma medication, most of them have exercise-induced asthma which is different than full-blown asthma. This array of findings from various studies raises a couple questions for me: Are athletes with asthma receiving a boost in their performance due to their IBA inhaler and, Are they being properly diagnosed? I was diagnosed with exercise induced asthma as a kid.  I even got out of gym class for it even though I was a devoted martial arts competitor (not really sure what my doctor was trying to accomplish).  Looking back, I think I was not properly diagnosed. I had no real problem while training or competeing.  I can not remember how my inhaler made me feel.  I do recall my 'asthma' always happened in the winter when I also had (what I know now is called) bronchial cough.  These reports make me concerned that kids who have experienced some form of lung (respiratory) distress while exercising are not being looked at closely enough by physicians to determine what type of asthma they may have and that others might be overlooked altogether. I was surprised to read that 1/3 of college athletes have exercise induced asthma according to Researchers at Ohio State University Medical Center.  OSU research team screened 107 varsity athletes for exercise-induced asthma and 39% percent of the athletes tested positive for exercise -induced asthma.  This number seems overwhelming to me.  However, they also point out that athletes with asthma are much better at managing their condition than non athletes.  ]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/athletes-with-asthma-increasing-many-may-be-using-wrong-medication/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/my-5-favorite-supplements/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/my-5-favorite-supplements/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 15:41:17 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=994 #1 Pick Isagenix Cleanse for Life This is s liquid cleanse.  The best thing about this full body cleanse is that it replenishes the body and cleanses toxins and eliminates oxidative stress.  This product differs from other cleanses because it enters the the body at the cellular level.  It is not a diuretic.   It comes in small 4 oz botttles as well as a big bottle. The 4 oz bottles make for a great shot in the morning to simple nourish the body even if you are not cleansing for the day. #2 Pick Udo's Oil Udo's oil is the complete essential oil supplement I have found.  It has an ideal ratio of of all the omegas the body needs.  It is a certified organic blend of Omegas 3, 6 and 9.  It contains all the good fat that you need.  I prefer the oil, but it also come in a pill.  The oil is hard for some to swallow so the pill option may be better for you.  Whole Foods also carries it. #3 Pick powerCrunch, Protein Bar This is a whey protein bar that is like a wafer cookie.  This crunchy cookie is the best part of this bar.   It has 14 grams of protein, 10 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of sugar and 205 calories.  The flavors are delicious. #4 Pick Clif Builder Bars This is a more traditional styled energy bar.  It is fairly dense and very filling.  It has 20 grams of protein, 23 vitamins and minerals, , 20 grams of sugar and 270 calories. #5 Pick IForce nutrition Maximize Preworkout Ignition System This supplement is added to a bottle of water.  It is a great way to eliminate a cup of coffee from the afternoon before your evening workout.  I suggest sipping it.  Avoid gulping the entire bottle. I like the raspberry lemonade.  ]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/my-5-favorite-supplements/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/4-genes-found-that-could-switch-off-aging/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/4-genes-found-that-could-switch-off-aging/#comments Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:39:28 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=990 Content for this write up came from Sciencedaily.com who covered a study done at King’s College London.]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/4-genes-found-that-could-switch-off-aging/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/7-yoga-poses-for-the-office-to-eliminate-pain-stress/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/7-yoga-poses-for-the-office-to-eliminate-pain-stress/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:44:40 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=977 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/7-yoga-poses-for-the-office-to-eliminate-pain-stress/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/top-10-food-porn-help-im-addicted/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/top-10-food-porn-help-im-addicted/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:37:59 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=953 Do You Collect Food Porn Too? If you want to seemore food porn- you can search my favorites on Food Porn.]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/top-10-food-porn-help-im-addicted/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/5-best-marinades/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/5-best-marinades/#comments Tue, 17 Apr 2012 01:29:09 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=949 You must have 1 of these two items: The freezer Ziplocs bags or an amazing Tupperware.  Because once you put your protein in and seasonings, you will shake, shake, shake it vigorously before putting it in the refrigerator. 1.  Hawaiian- You can send a Mahalo later!

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 good squirt of honey
• 1 spoon of minced Garlic
• 2 splashes of soy sauce

prefer: pork and chicken 2.  Greek – OPA!

• ½ cup lemon juice
• ¼ cup of olive oil (extra virgin)
• ½ teaspoon or oregano
• sprinkle some high quality salt
• ½ teaspoon of thyme
• 1 tablespoon if minced garlic

prefer: white fish, lamb and pounded chicken breast 3.  Cuban – Must listen to Tito Puente while eating.

• 1 tablespoons of minced garlic
• your best salt- use to taste
• 1 teaspoon if black pepper
• ½ orange juice
• ½ of lime juice (NOT LEMON!)- I prefer it squeezed.
• 2 teaspoon if cumin

• one squeeze of lemon juice from half of a lemon
• ideally then throw – cleaned bulbs of garlic in

prefer: on white fish, pork, scallops, chicken on bone and even a flank steak 4.  Mexican - Chips and Guac will make it complete! (and a margarita)

• ¼ cup of tequila
• ½ cup of lime juice
• 1/4cup of olive oil
• 1 pinch celery salt
• 1 -2 teaspoons of cumin seeds
• (I prefer with sliced peppers are colors)
• 1 pinch of cilantro
• 3-5 whole cloved of garlic (which you know you can buy peeled and ready)

prefer: flank steak or a pork chop 5.  Viking  -'Lekker!'

• ¼ cup of dill
• 1-2 cloves of garlic
• 1 teaspoon of celery salt
• ½ teaspoon (or sprinkle) of chopped dried chives (unless you have fresh)
• 1 cup of plain low fat yogurt
• a squirt of Dijon mustard
• 1 splash of soy sauce
• 1 big squeeze of lemon juice from a half lemon

prefer: salmon and pounded chicken breast or turkey breast]]> http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/5-best-marinades/feed/ 0 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/warning-to-mothers-some-baby-foods-have-less-than-20-of-daily-nutrients/ http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/warning-to-mothers-some-baby-foods-have-less-than-20-of-daily-nutrients/#comments Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:47:47 +0000 Katalin http://www.chicagonow.com/katalin-fitness-health-driven/?p=942 http://www.exercisedvds.com/blog/warning-to-mothers-some-baby-foods-have-less-than-20-of-daily-nutrients/feed/ 0