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TEENS NEED EXERCISE TOO...

So get 'em off the couch, pull the cell phone out of their hands, and send them to the field and the gym.

Remember the good old days, when the only video game available was a pinball machine down at the local soda shop? Well, those days are long gone. Today's teens have access to more video games and other technology that keeps them away from the great outdoors and off the basketball court. Instead of moving their growing bodies, they spend countless hours pushing buttons, texting friends and playing video games.

But if exercise isn't a regular part of your teen's life, big trouble could be right down the road. Why should your teen get into the exercise routine, and how can you make it happen?

Why Exercise Matters

Take a look around at teens. They have countless social media tools that are supposed to help them be more connected with others than ever. Unfortunately, these social sites can cause teens to forget how to socialize with real people in real life. Get these kids to the gym and encourage them to exercise with other teens, and you give them an instant lesson in socialization.

But exercise is about more than being socially adept. It's about good health. And in case you've not picked up a newspaper or magazine in the last 10 years, you should know that there is an obesity epidemic currently taking place. It's affected plenty of adults, but it is now affecting teens as well - especially as they spend less time exercising and more time sitting around watching television, playing video games, texting, and chatting online. Get your teen exercising today, and you'll help them obtain and maintain a healthy weight and develop lifelong healthy habits.

How to Get Them Moving

Sometimes, getting a teenager to do something is as easy as teaching a rhinoceros to fetch. Don't let their attitude get you down. Remember your own attitude problems as a teenager, take a deep breath, and prepare to put up a fight. When you're going into battle with your teen, try these tips out.

Make It Fun. Remember when your teen was a toddler? Exercise wasn't something you forced him or her to do. It just happened, via hide-and-seek, tag, or just running all day long. Find what physical activities interest your teens, and encourage him or her to get out and do it.

Up the Chores. Is your teen lazing around the house doing nothing, while you're working frantically to keep everything in order? Flip your teen's world upside down by having him or her take over some of the more physically demanding chores. Have your teen rake leaves, plant flowers, scrub toilets, and take out the garbage. It may not be the same as lifting weights, but it'll get your teen's body on the move!

Do It Together. If your child isn't motivated to get in the gym on his or her own, offer to do it together. Whether you lift weights, ride bikes, swim, or hike, doing it as a family makes it easier to keep your teen on an exercise schedule.

Take It Easy. Your teen needs to exercise. There is no question about it. Just don't let this need override your parenting know-how. Ever tried to force your teen to do something he or she didn't want to do? Didn't work so well, did it? Remember this when working with your teen, and encourage your teen gently. You may be surprised at the end result.

How Much? While medical experts normally recommend adults get 30 minutes of exercise five or more days a week, the same doesn't hold true for teenagers. Instead, try to get your teen to exercise for at least 60 minutes most days of the week. It doesn't have to be incredibly vigorous. A light jog, a game of kickball, or riding bikes will do the trick.

If you want to expedite you and your teen's results then consider working with me on a fitness plan that will turn you both into fat burning machines.

Call or email today - I look forward to hearing from you.

Don't eat after 7pm.
Drink a healthy protein shake for breakfast.
Cut out that daily sugary snack.
Exercise a minimum of 4 days each week.
Join one of my exercise programs.
Chocolate Protein Pudding
Here is a protein packed snack that the whole family will love. It's important to enjoy snacks that are low in carbohydrates and sugar, and high in protein in order to shed body fat and develop healthy muscles. This recipe delivers on all fronts, without sacrificing flavor.
Servings: 1

Here's what you need...

6 oz Greek Yogurt, plain, fat free
1 scoop high quality chocolate protein powder
Sprinkle of unsweetened cocoa powder
In a small bowl use a whisk to combine the yogurt and protein powder. Mix until all lumps have disappeared.
Garnish with a sprinkle of unsweetened cocoa powder.
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 220 calories, 0g fat, 445mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, and 42g protein.

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What They Dont Tell You About FAT

Adiponectin is a powerful hormone secreted by your fat cells or your white adipose tissue.

And research suggests that Adiponectin stimulates the oxidation of fatty acids, can suppress gluconeogenesis (the production of new glucose), and it could stop macrophage from transforming.

Being overweight or obese could lower the production and secretion of Adiponectin from your fat cells.

However, the latest research shows that omega-3 fatty acids could potentially increase Adiponectin levels and reduce markers associated with insulin resistance.

Let me explain…

Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance refers to a state in your body, when your cells are unable to use insulin to shuttle sugar from your blood into your cells.

This results in an increase in the amount of sugar in your blood.

Insulin resistance could affect both your liver and fat cells.

If insulin resistance affects your liver, research suggests that your liver reduces glucose synthesis and the storage of glucose.

This could cause your liver to be unable to suppress glucose production and it being released into your bloodstream.

If insulin resistance affects your fat cells, it could result in a decreased uptake of fatty acids.

According to research, this could prevent fat cells from taking on more fatty acids and storing them for later use.

This could also lead to an increased breakdown of fatty acids in your fat cells which could increase the amount of fatty acids in your bloodstream.

And, according to some studies, this could increase your risk for developing heart disease.

Plus, increased levels of insulin and blood sugar could significantly raise your risk for metabolic syndrome.

Markers for Insulin Resistance

Being overweight or obese could lead to your body producing blood markers for insulin resistance.

These markers could be pro-inflammatory in nature, or could lead to other conditions.

Markers, such as Resistin and RBP-4, could increase inflammation and increase the risk for atherosclerosis, according to some research.

Resistin is produced by monocyte cells and activated by macrophages in your body.

However, when there is an overproduction of Resistin and RBP-4, this could encourage insulin resistance in your body.

An overexpression of these Resistin, in particular, could decrease your liver’s ability to stop glucose production and them from being released into your bloodstream, and the ability of your muscles to take in glucose.

Omega-3, Oral high-fat diet, and Insulin Resistance

Researchers aimed to see if omega-3 fatty acids had the ability to reduce markers associated with insulin resistance, especially after a being fed a high-fat diet.

They recruited 167 participants (82 males and 85 females).

They were administered either 1 gram (1000 mg) of omega-3 fatty acids or a placebo, three times a day with meals for six months.

They concluded that the omega-3 fatty acid group showed greater improvements in cholesterol profiles and increased adiponectin levels compared to the control group.

Also noted, the omega-3 group showed an improvement in markers associated with insulin resistance after ingesting a high-fat diet.

New Role of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Insulin resistance is a condition which could potentially lead to metabolic syndrome or even diabetes, if left untreated.

This could also increase your risk for heart disease or other chronic diseases and conditions.

According to research, omega-3 fatty acids could have the ability to lower cholesterol, improve heart health, improve cognitive function and depression, and reduce markers associated with insulin resistance.

Including omega-3 fatty acids into your daily diet plan, could improve your health and well-being, research suggests.