As we get older, we wonder what happened to our youthful metabolism. Our once fast metabolism has slowed down. The pounds come on faster and shed slower. Tasty foods are easily remembered when they stick around in the stomach, butt and thighs. While we cannot reverse time and go back to the days of our fast metabolic youth, we can take steps to boost our met… read more
Cyclists expend a lot of energy during long rides, so providing the body with the fuel it needs will enable the rider to perform optimally. Eating a healthy, balanced diet is always important, as is staying hydrated, but cyclists need to take nutrition even more seriously, keeping an eye on regular refueling with small snacks to keep blood sugar levels stabl… read more
For those living with diabetes every day, eating right and staying active is very important. When camping, packing and preparing the right combination of foods will keep the diabetic on track with their diet. Another consideration is choosing foods that are easy to prepare and serve while at a remote campsite. Eating three meals a day and supplementing hunge… read more
Gatorade is a thirst quencher and electrolyte replenisher that refuels the body with calories and chloride, potassium and sodium. There are over 8 different varieties of this sport drink including one lower calorie version and some with added vitamins and minerals. Although flavors come and go, some of the core flavors include fruit punch, grape, lemon-lime… read more
Just because a guy has solid abs and a sculpted body doesn't mean he's properly fit. Fitness relates to your body's interior health, particularly the cardiovascular system, and it can be a grueling thing to achieve and maintain. Metabolism can have a huge effect on the way you look, but it's also misleading. If you're an outdoor enthusiast, odds are you do s… read more
Choosing high energy foods will provide you with satisfaction, stamina and good nutrition. It is important to pack enough to get you through strenuous activity, such as an outdoor hike. Count on needing to eat a mini-meal every couple… read more
Running is an enjoyable pastime that also lends itself to becoming a highly competitive sport. Whether you run for fun on weekends, or train for races and marathons, nutrition tips for running can make the difference between a successf… read more
A triathlon is a three-sport event that consists of swimming, cycling and running. Each event must be completed in succession and comply with distance requirements. Participants compete for the fastest overall time with "transitions" b… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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