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Congrats Cory!
Cory finished second overall at the Lake Placid Half Marathon this past weekend in a smokin time of 1:18:39!! This was only 23 seconds off the winning time!!
Cory has been with Fluid since our beginnings on Sponsorhouse, and we are honored to be working with him. He is well on his way to becoming one of our platinum athletes and reaping the benefits of being not only a great athlete, but a wonderful person and image for FLUID!
Thank you Cory!!!
Ok, I’m sure you have heard somewhere that the American idea of a serving size is greatly messed up. That is an understatement. Luckily movies like “Super Size Me” and others are blowing the whistle on America’s diet. We indeed eat too much food. Not just too many carbs, or too much fat, but too much FOOD. Most American’s goals are too lose weight, which is associated with greater longevity and health. Others (such as elite athletes) want to gain lean body mass while removing excess body fat. Regardless of your goals, you should know your serving size. Even eating too much good food, is still eating too much. There are many secrets to success, but the obvious ones are simply put down the freakin’ fork. If you get a ton of food… eat half of it, and save the rest for lunch tomorrow. Another trick is to always leave food on your plate. I realize they’re are starving people in this world, but you can’t help them if you are obese and suffering from diabetes because you always insist on finishing your french fries and ice cream.
Check out the link below for valuable information on choosing serving sizes, and how to visualize them.
http://education.wichita.edu/caduceus/examples/servings/index.htm
At FLUID we don’t believe in fad diets or dead end suggestions. We are serious about your health and your life. We will help you find problems in your diet, and help you eat what you love intelligently. There is a wrong way and right way to approach your diet. We know the right way, and are proud to help you.
Hello Faithful FLUID friends, family, and athletes!
We have decided to start posting a workout of the week every thursday! These workouts are excellent for all athletes, and are called Metabolic Condtioning (METCon) workouts. They are short, intense, and very good for overall strength and endurance!
These workouts were made famous by the movie 300, and are also similar to Crossfit workouts. You will see workouts like these in martial arts and boxing gyms across the country as well. Our health specialists here at FLUID have designed these to help you kick your body up a notch baby!
Above all else, these are a lot of fun. Each week we would like to see your comments on the workouts, and we want you to report your times and rounds below. You'll know what we mean after you start doing them!
Here at FLUID, we are interested in your health and longevity as an athlete, these workouts will help you, and don't forget to knock back some ice cold Fluid after each session to get the most out of the workout!!
Here is the very first workout! Enjoy!
Workout of the Week: "Airport"
This workout will surely get your butt off the ground.
40 Anterior box jumps (24 inch box or more)
40 Jumping Pullups
Run 400 meters
80 Lateral box jumps (40 each side, 8 inch box or higher)
40 Ring Rows (Supine bar rows can be substituted)
Run 400 meters
40 Thrusters (20lb dumbbell)
40 Burpees (3 inches of air minimum, no baby burpees!)
Post your best times on our site for the workout…. lets see some sweat people!!
Protein shakes are not the devil, but sometimes the way they are marketed is. They would have you believe that drinking their shakes after a workout would somehow magically turn you into a lean, mean, muscle bound machine. It’s all about mass right? Wrong. Truth be told, the shakes do have a place in a healthy diet. Just not immediately after a workout. The key to proper muscle growth starts with proper recovery. Science has clearly shown that carbohydrates with a little protein following a workout is key. It also must take place within 30 minutes, or your window of opportunity slams shut faster then you can say “Male Enhancement!”
The fact remains that a protein rich meal approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours post training is essential. This is the first case where a protein shake can benefit the modern athlete. Depending on your weight, 25-50 grams of protein is ideal in this situation. Remember: More is not better. I would say that 1/2 grams of protein per kg of body weight is ideal. (Example: 220 lb male = 100 kg = 50 grams of protein)
The other ideal placement for protein shakes is before bedtime. This is a double edged sword for getting the most out of your recovery. First, eating a protein shake at bedtime theoretically increases the thermal affect of eating at night. This results in a more efficient metabolism. Second, bringing additional amino acids into your body before bed (sleep is where most anabolism takes place) is a fine idea. Last, most people enjoy sweets at night. A little chocolate milk with protein powder (around 200 kcals) is better then that Ice cream you have been inhaling while watching Sportscenter.
The bottom line: Don’t use protein shakes after a training session for at least 90 minutes. They are healthy, but only when consumed at the right time. If you want more details, just contact the sports nutrition experts at FLUID. We will always be ready to help you reach your goals.
(BUSINESS WIRE) Jarrod Shoemaker is being honored by Wheaties, "The Breakfast of Champions," with a new, limited-edition package featuring the 25-year old triathlete from Sudbury, Mass. The Breakfast of Champions(R) continues its tradition of honoring elite athletes and celebrates Shoemaker's outstanding triathlon achievements, adding yet another honor to his impressive list of accomplishments.
Shoemaker is a fierce competitor and credits his amazing success in triathlon to a combination of raw talent and personal drive. He turned professional after competing in just four triathlons in 2003. Within two years Jarrod had won the Under 23 Nationals and World Championship. He qualified for the USA Triathlon's National Elite Team in 2006 and has racked up nine top 10 finishes in the past two years. In the fall of 2007 Shoemaker completed an even more amazing feat by becoming the first member of the USA Triathlon Men's Team competing in the games in Beijing this summer. Now his sights are set on the Hy-Vee ITU World Cup in Des Moines, Iowa this June - the largest prize purse in professional triathlon competition.
Shoemaker was a runner while attending Dartmouth College and credits his time on the track team for teaching him what it takes to be a top athlete. During his last two seasons of college, Jarrod added riding and swimming to his work-out regimen and when he graduated in 2004, he left his running career and began to focus on the triathlon. Excellence in all three triathlon events - swimming, cycling, and running - has made Shoemaker one of the most well-rounded athletes in the sport.
"It's a great honor for me to be on the cover of the Wheaties box and to join the remarkable list of great athletes who have appeared on the package," Shoemaker said. "Every athlete dreams about one day seeing themselves on the cover of the 'Breakfast of Champions' package."
"He is truly one of the brightest stars in the triathlon today, and the sky is the limit for how good he can become," said Dan Stangler, Wheaties marketing. "His addition to the Wheaties family continues our rich tradition of honoring great athletes."
The new 15.6-ounce Wheaties package is now available regionally in Iowa and Boston. This marks the first time Shoemaker has appeared on a Wheaties box, and the second time a triathlete has appeared. Hunter Kemper was featured on the box in 2007.
FLUID has been coming across many wonderful and inspiring stories over the past few years, and we want to hear more!
We are going to post these on our site (www.livefluid.com) and share your stories with the world baby!
At Fluid we started in a garage on $900, and have grown with blood, sweat, and tears! We are motivated each day by your stories, and your passion!
One of our new athletes, Yuri Green, has a very inspirational story, and we are proud to share it! Check out www.yurigreen.com to learn all about our wonderful friend!
Let's hear some good stories baby!
Cheers!
Dave Brown, Founder
Team Fluid
Richmond, VA
Fat is no Demon (unless you enjoy Bacon Pizza dipped in Ranch with a side of Fries and ice-cream)
Ok, so it’s no secret that we still preach “low-fat” diets as part of a healthy eating plan. I can’t completely argue with that, however I can tell you that Fats do have an important place in our diet stemming from the evolution of our species. A long, long time ago…. us humans used to have a ratio of Omega -III fatty acids, to Omega-6 Fatty acids in our diet of 1:1. The American diet is like 1:5. Science has linked this ratio to inflammatory diseases in our country.. most notably heart disease. So, here are Dave’s top 5 ways to bring that ratio closer, and decrease your risk of heart disease.
1. Avoid Vegetable oil… especially when its used for deep frying. Use the mono-unsaturated choices such as olive oil and canola oil, and just don’t eat fried food… no really… don’t.
2. Eat Fish… Fresh Salmon and Tuna are great sources. Obviously there is a concern for Mercury Levels in our fish these days, so taking a Omega III supplement is a fine choice. A good supplement choice is an Essential Fatty Acid (EFA) supplement.
3. Eat nuts and seeds. A diet rich in Almonds, sunflower seeds, and flaxseed is a sure way to narrow that ratio. Avocado is an excellent source of fat as well.
4. Choose lean cut meats, and use cheese in moderation. (Both of these are good foods, but try eating a 6 oz steak, and 2 slices of Pizza instead of…. well…. a whole large pizza, or a 20 oz porterhouse smothered in bacon and blue cheese. You get my point I’m sure.)
5. Limit butter fat, and margarine. Try to use yogurt and olive oil based sauces and spreads.
I know this is a broad topic, but this is specific to improving that ratio. As for other health concerns and fat… go ahead and direct your questions to Dave, or open a discussion on this blog. We would love to hear your thoughts.
Chris is this weeks athlete of the week! We are honored that Chris works and represents us well, and let's face it.... He rides a bull! It doesn't get much better then that!
Here is a recent quote:
" I'm Amazed by how much fluid has helped with my recovery even though I take the wear an tear from the bulls and broncs. After I ride I take my fluid and the next day I'm not as mucle fatigued as I was before without it. So thanks Fluid for making a great recovery drink. "
Also, if any of you in AZ would like to see Chris compete, his next comp is
8 second Chute Out
June 7, 2008
1:00 PM
Triple J Arena 17980 W. Banning Casa Grande AZ
