Nut Nutrition Information For Fitness Energy.Written by Kevin Doberstein CFT
As a young aspiring bodybuilder who was just starting out learning a lot of different methods of building muscle, I was taught “by experts” that fat in diet was taboo. Any kind of fat. It didn’t matter source. It was just bad. They were wrong. If you still believe in this myth, I hope I can change your mind after reading this article. The fats I am talking about are from nuts. Peanuts, walnuts, almonds and all other nuts. Being mainly composed of unsaturated fat provide an excellent source of energy. They are also rich in nutrients that are lacking from most people’s diets. Nuts also have phytochemicals, which help prevent cancer, diabetes and hypertension. High in natural fiber. As a whole, nuts are a very healthy nutrition treat that tastes good. As a bodybuilder that is trying to gain muscular weight, nuts can provide extra calories that are needed. You can snack on them between meals. They are easy to take along with you anywhere. For bodybuilder that is trying to lose fat, nuts fit into your low carbohydrate day. And you don’t have to feel guilty eating them. The key is to replace carbohydrate calories with calories you would be getting from nuts.
| | Ironman Wisconsin TriathlonWritten by Sandy Sayler - WisconsinGuide Magazine
The Madison area is host to Ironman Wisconsin triathlon with more than 1,800 elite athletes from around world are expected to participate. The rush of excitement is building as September 7th is fast approaching. Record attendance is expected this year, as this triathlon is one of four sanctioned events in United States.The persistence of these men and women will be challenged to fullest as their determination shines through. The 2.4-mile swimming loop will be in incredible waters of beautiful Lake Monona. The biking portion is a 112-mile loop that stretches into rural country backroads touching entire town of Verona. Take time to visit this proud community as spectators stand on curbs cheering disciplined bikers as they flash by. Verona’s festival last year alone attracted over 20,000 people and was likened to “Tour de France”. The pumped-up pedalers will also be racing through Mount Horeb and Cross Plains. The final 26.2 miles is running portion that tests endurance of each individual. This part of course will take triathletes through scenic parks, historical sites and local attractions such as University of Madison.
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