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Question: How much protein should I be taking?

This is a difficult question to answer since protein intake is based on a number of different criteria. Traditionally, recommendations have been based on bodyweight: one gram of protein per pound of bodyweight a day is a common recommendation. This recommendation is probably fine for most individuals who partake in typical year-round training; however, blanket recommendations for protein intake can sometimes be inaccurate when individuals have skewed bodyweight, like high body fat. Therefore, basing protein requirements on lean body mass (LBM) may be a more accurate method.

Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential fatty acids, which means they are not produced naturally by the body and must be consumed through the food we eat. Generally, it is easy for most people to consume enough omega 6 fats; they are found in plant oils and factory raised animals. However, it is difficult for people in Western countries to get enough omega-3 fats from dietary sources. We eat a lot more processed foods and a lot less wild game and plants than our ancestors did. We evolved with a fat intake ratio of about 1:1 omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids. Now the ratio is closer to 20:1! This ratio is important because both omega-3s and omega-6s compete for space in the cell membranes as well as the attention of enzymes. Many experts suggest that this ratio is actually more important than the overall amount of omega 3 that is consumed. This is why supplementing omega 3l is so important.

A dietary supplement is a preparation intended to supplement the diet and provide nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fiber, fatty acids, or amino acids that may be missing or may not be consumed in sufficient quantity in a person’s diet.

Day 2 – Thursday April 9, 2009 Today I was up-an-at-er early because on Thursdays we head into downtown Vancouver to Kilian Chiropratic www.kilianchiropractic.com for adjustments.  It’s something the family has been doing for the past year.  We go see Trevor for adjustments now once every couple weeks.  I can’t wait to see my X-Rays because [...]

As per Tony.  If I had the extra time, then do another 10 minute workout.  On weekends, I know I have the extra time.  Todays second workout was “CARDIO CORE”.  It felt good to hit a workout after doing abs and my intensity level was higher. I’d say a 7 or maybe 8 / 10.  So [...]

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I hear it all the time when I talk training with people. What supplements they should use, or what kind do I use to help build lean muscle. It’s hard not to buy into some of the hype we are bombarded with on television and in magazines. Claims like “zaps away your female fat zones” [...]