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Friday, September 17th, 2010
Happy Friday Team GBI!
This Sunday’s five mile group training is just around the corner! As the weekend approaches and our mileage continues to build take a moment to review the run/walk and walk training tips below. Remember, whether you decided to run, walk, or run/walk your way to finish line, the goal is to do your best, prevent injury and most of all have fun!
Run/Walk Tips:
As running is a high-impact exercise, you may consider a run/walk technique as you work through your training. Walking breaks will allow your muscles time to recover which can help you to finish training stronger and even feel less fatigued afterwards. The following tips can help keep your training on track if you decide a run/walk technique is for you:
- Be sure to warm up your muscles by walking for approximately five minutes before you stretch and start your course to reduce the risk of injury. Stretching after running can also reduce soreness and muscle cramping.
- Set run/walk goals for each training. To start, you may choose to alternate one minute of running and one minute of walking. As your training and endurance improve, challenge yourself to increase the distance or time of each segment.
- When walking between running segments, focus on maintaining a strong pace as to avoid losing momentum.
Walking Tips:
More and more, marathon walking is increasing in popularity. Walking can be easier on the body than running and therefore allows runners who may be less experienced, complete and even compete at a long distance course. If you have chosen to walk for the duration of our training as well as on race day, consider the following pointers:
- As you walk, focus on your posture by keeping your back straight (not arched), relaxing your shoulders down away from your ears and bend your elbows at 90° angle to avoid your hands and fingers from swelling.
- Walk consistently. As you progress through the 14 weeks of training, your physical stamina will build thus allowing you to complete the 13.1 mile course with ease.
- Start each walk at a comfortable pace and increase your speed as your body warms up. Overtime, your average pace will increase as your endurance and strength improves. (However, remember that while you are on short walks, the focus is on 60 minutes of activity rather then distance or speed.)
Keep in mind the importance of listening to your body’s cues whether you decided to walk or run. There will be days that your body can be challenged as well as days that you’ll need to push less and allow yourself to recover. As always, feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
We look forward to seeing you at this weekend’s team training!
Team GBI
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Tuesday, September 14th, 2010
Hello Team GBI!
When it comes to half- marathon training no man is an island. Building and maintaining communication with a training support system will help you stay motivated as you prepare for and accomplish this feat. Having a support system helps you to be accountable to someone else besides yourself and provides additional encouragement when you need it most.
 Your training support system can consist of anyone you choose as long as those people believe in you and are willing to take the time to provide encouragement and discipline to help you stick to your goals. Be sure to involve them in your training and share your goals – as positivity will keep you on track. Keep in mind your GBI team will also be there for you as your primary or additional support system. Training with a compatible partner, or as part of a group of runners with compatible goals can be especially beneficial as they can provide support, motivation, humor, structure, information exchange, and sometimes coaching. Once you have determined who will be in your support system, take the following steps:
1. Make a list of things you need help with during your training
2. Make a list of the people in your support system
3. Regularly communicate your goals and progress to these people
After months of encouragement and helping you stick to your training goals, the people in your support system can stay updated on your race-day progress through “Runner Tracking” offered by the Las Vegas Rock n Roll Half-Marathon. With “Runner Tracking,” real-time updates of where you are at in the race can be sent to your friends and family via text message, by signing up here: https://www.competitorwireless.com/
If you have yet to build your support system, please start thinking about who those people could be and have a serious conversation with them to see if they are willing to be a part of this undertaking. And remember, Team GBI is here for you every step of the way.
Team GBI
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Saturday, September 11th, 2010
Yesterday we learned about the importance of hydration and how to properly hydrate before a workout. Today, we explain how to hydrate during and after a workout and the risks of drinking TOO MUCH water.
During and after:
During a workout, drink ¼ to ½ cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes throughout your training session. In hot weather, you will need more because of increased water loss due to sweating. Your thirst mechanism is blunted during exercise, so don’t rely on drinking only when you are feeling thirsty. Set your watch to go off every 15-20 minutes to prompt you to take a drink. Post-workout, recover with two to three cups of water.
Too much water:
Staying hydrated is important, but it’s possible to overdo it. Drinking excessive amounts of water can cause a rare, life-threatening condition called Hyponatremia. This occurs when someone drinks so much water that they dilute the sodium in their blood. It can cause a clouding of consciousness, nausea/vomiting, lightheadedness, dizziness, and in severe cases, seizures, unconsciousness or death. Drinking no more than eight ounces every 20 minutes typically provides enough but not too much fluid.
I hope this two-part series has answered any of your concerns about hydration while training for the Half-Marathon in December. Keeping the right amount of fluid in our bodies is an important routine that we should all become familiar with. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to leave us a comment in the box below.
Team GBI
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Friday, September 3rd, 2010
ATTENTION Half Marathon Runners!
Our official training starts this Sunday, September 5th at Kellogg Park at 8am. In preparation for this week’s training you should be walking at least three miles per week to prepare your body for the marathon training schedule. Walking first before training will begin the conditioning and hardening process of the bones and soft tissue.
As you’ll notice our trainings increase one mile per week for the first five weeks. Therefore, it’s important that you begin at a level where you can comfortably set your walk/run pace. If you’re already walk/running on a regular basis you may be tempted to walk/run more than the training schedule suggests. We highly encourage you to stick to the schedule provided so that you don’t get burnt out. Following the training schedule will ensure that you have the necessary training and endurance built in order to complete the ½ marathon in December.
Remember that marathoners come in all shapes and sizes! Everyone should set an intention for their run and listen to your body’s cues. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!
Team GBI
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Wednesday, August 25th, 2010
The most effective thing a parent can do is to be involved, even if it is 15 minutes of activity per day. I also recommend allowing children to be more involved in choosing and preparing foods. It may take a few minutes longer to get the food on the table, or shop, and the food may not be as presentable, but you will have created a strong positive association with both food and physical activity. Effective, long-term change starts with us as parents, slowing down as much as we can to change from the fast-food, sedentary lifestyle many of us currently have. Below are some activities you can do with your kids to influence them to be active:
Simple fun physical activities:
- Simply play with your children. Spend 10 -15 minutes daily playing race, tag, walking in the pool or throwing a ball around. Younger children want time with their parents and they will do just about anything to get it.
- Purchase a Wii game system and incorporate it into evening family time a few nights a week instead of watching television. This can be fun for all ranges of children!
- Get older children in an after-school program or community program. Time alone at home after school = time to snack.
- Get in the habit of taking your children somewhere that promotes activity most days of the week, even if it is 30 minutes a day to play at the play ground, pool or local play centers. I know many of you are tired, but not only will you feel better, but you will be creating a healthy active mindset for your children.
- Find your Bliss! Make a list of what you enjoy doing; it can be so much more than just hitting the treadmill.
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Monday, July 12th, 2010
Do you have clothes sitting in your closet that don’t fit anymore? Are you tired of buying new clothes to keep up with your changing body as you reach your goal weight?
The Gastric Band Institute is excited to announce that for three days in August we will be hosting another, popular Clothing Exchange event in our seminar room. On Friday, August 20, Saturday August 21, and Monday, August 23, from 11:00am – 3:00pm, you can bring in your non-fitting clothes and leave with some new ones! If you’re not interested in the clothes, feel free to just come and visit with your fellow weight loss surgery patients. The seminar room is at the Gastric Band Institute offices at 3810 Meadows Lane on the southeast corner of the Meadows Mall.
We hope to see you there!
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Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
Bringing fun, color and health together is the perfect cooking combination! Adding natural herbs and spices into your recipes to add flavor, color and health benefits is truly something to celebrate. Try the recipe below this 4th of July weekend to create your food fireworks! Also check out the fun cooking health facts below.
Festive Fruit Sauce
This delicious dessert sauce is perfect for any summer event or occasion, and it’s so easy to make!
Ingredients:
½ can (15 ounces) peach slices in natural juice
¾ cup fresh blueberries
¼ cup Just Like Sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon almond flavoring
4 to 6 large fresh strawberries, sliced
Preparation:
Drain juice from peaches into a saucepan. Combine Just Like Sugar and cornstarch; stir in to juice. Cook over medium-low heat until thick. Add almond flavoring and cinnamon, reserved peach slices, sliced strawberries and blueberries; heat throughout.
Serve over angel food cake for guest or add to cottage cheese, Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese for bariatric patients for a high protein and tasty treat! Gastric bypass patients, please note that a 1oz serving will keep you below 15g of carbohydrates and help prevent dumping.
Serves approximately 4
Fun Cooking Health Facts
· Adding color to your meal can increase the production of feel good hormones increasing your over all sense of meal satisfaction
· Just Like Sugar has 0 calories, scores a 0 on the glycemic index, is made from all natural food derivatives and contains fiber. It is a perfect alternative to regular sugar or sugar substitutes that can actually decrease hunger as you eat it.
· Blueberries are a good source of antioxidants and fiber that assists with healthy skin, a healthy body, and the feeling of hunger satisfaction?
· Cinnamon can reduce nausea and can increase insulin sensitivity to help focus burning of fat.
Happy 4th of July!
Prudence
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Monday, June 21st, 2010
Do you find that you are physically hungry between meals? While many patients have become aware of their mindless snacking patterns throughout the day, others may actually be experiencing physical hunger. If this applies to you, please take a few minutes to think about the recommendations below to assist in alleviating hunger between meals.
Are you getting enough protein?
I know many of you have been told to eat 60 grams of protein per day, 20 grams per meal. Sixty grams of protein is for minimal health, not optimal health goals. Research is now showing that for optimal weight loss and minimal muscle loss, the magic number is 90 grams of protein per day. Keep in mind that for every pound of muscle, your body burns calories 4 times as fast. Many of you may have lost an initial amount of weight but cannot seem to lose the rest. This could possibly be due to muscle loss.
How does a bariatric patient get 90 grams of protein?
Following the 4 ounce rule (3 ounces in protein + 1 ounce of additional food) you receive approximately 60 grams of protein per day. We are now recommending that you have 3 meals plus the addition of a protein shake each day. The shake will add the extra 30 grams of protein you need to your diet. Please note that the protein shake is not equivalent to a fourth meal.
After bariatric surgery it is difficult to get the recommended fiber intake of 21 – 35 grams per day.
Fiber has the great benefits of filling you up and assisting you with staying satisfied between meals. Bariatric patients can consume the recommended amount of fiber by adding Chia seeds to their meal plan. Chia seeds expand in your stomach pouch making you feel as if you are full. We recommend consuming one tablespoon 3 times per day to reach the minimum requirement of 21 grams of fiber. Remember, when eating Chia seeds you need to make sure you are drinking water. Chia seeds can be added to water, protein drinks or other foods. You can purchase Chia seeds in the GBI office or at Whole Foods.
Are you still experiencing hunger in-between meals?
After assessing your protein and fiber intake, band patients who still feel physically hungry may need to make an appointment for a fill.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions, or post a comment here!
Prudence
PrudenceT@bandandbypass.com
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Thursday, June 3rd, 2010
Hello. You may have heard about the new medical weight loss center at the Gastric Band Institute. My name is Dr. Donald Tice and I am the Medical Director of the WhyDiet Weight Management and Wellness Center, an all-encompassing weight management institute to serve individuals of all medical backgrounds and body types in efforts to promote healthy weight loss options. You will learn more from me about the new center in a video introduction soon to come. I will be joining Dr. Soong and our nutritionist, Prudence Ticknor, in lending my professional expertise on obesity and weight management here on this blog. Take a look at my first post and feel free to share your thoughts, or ask questions, by leaving me a comment below.
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Thursday, June 3rd, 2010
The rising rate of obesity in the U.S. adult population creates a need for more attention to be given to sexuality and sexual function. There are many myths and misconceptions concerning women and higher body mass indexes. It appears there is a notion of a negative relationship between hip and waist size and sexual frequency and that women with larger body sizes have a more difficult time finding partners than leaner women do. Several studies have looked into these notions and found they are NOT true.
The conclusions of a study reviewed* are as follows:
1. Overweight and obese women do not report a decrease in the frequency of sexual encounters as compared with their leaner counterparts.
2. Overweight or obese women are not shunned more by their sexual partners.
3. If you are one of those women who feel that your weight is interfering with your sexual activity, according to the studies, it has less to do with your weight than you might think. The numbers in almost all sexually based categories studied between women with BMI’s less than 25, between 25 and 30 and higher than 30 are the same. There is little to no statistical difference in the age range under 45 years of age that was studied. In one category, “Lifetime history of sexual intercourse with a male,” the women with a BMI of 25-30 and higher had a significantly higher percentage than women under a 25 BMI.
*Kaneshiro B, et al. Obstst and Gynecol. 2008
The point I take from this is that a woman is, or can be sexual, according to her own attitude and self-confidence. If you are having difficulty with how sexually attractive you feel, consider whether it could have more to do with your own perception of yourself as reinforced by society, Hollywood and advertising, than it is with fact. Feel free to share your thoughts or questions here.
– Dr. Donald Tice
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