Overdosing on Vitamins

Did you know that it is possible to have too much of a good thing? It seems obvious when said that way, but most people don't realize that this rule applies to vitamins as well. I once heard that too much vitamin C has been connected to cancer. Now, that might be crazy, but it does get you thinking that maybe there's such a thing as too much vitamins.
In fact there is. There's a reason they have % daily values on the nutrition labels. When it comes to sugar and fat, we know how and why it's harmful to have more than our share. With vitamins, it's not quite as harmful, it's just completely unnecessary. Most store bought multivitamins have an average of over 150% of your daily recommendation of the most common nutrients. This is a ploy to make the consumer feel like it's more effective.
The truth is, that the body doesn't need or want more than the recommended daily value. In fact, when you take those vitamins, you are giving your body extra work, because it now has to get rid of the excess. That's why I really like Herbalife's multivitamins. They are meant to be taken daily, and they are meant to be a supplement, not a replacement for eating healthy.
Be a smart shopper, and know that what you are getting is actually what your body needs. And don't forget, vitamins are not an excuse to eat whatever you want. Make sure to get nutrients the natural way too!

Time for Tips

Just a quick tip before I head to bed for the night: go to sleep! Seriously! I was always made fun of as the old lady in her twenties. All of my friends think I'm a grandma because I go to bed so early. But I can't emphasize enough how important sleep is for your health!

So many good things happen while you sleep. Your metabolism breaks down fat, your muscles rest up, your brain gets everything in order.

And, sleep is also so important because often, when we don't get enough sleep, we wind up snacking endlessly to try to get the energy we could have had by getting to bed a bit earlier. Has that ever happened to you? It's one of those days where coffee just isn't doing it, so you grab a chocolate bar for the sugar, and then load up on carbs... and before you know it, you've eaten about 800+ more calories than you normally would.

So make a pact with yourself right now. Doesn't everyone want to sleep a little more?

Up, up and away!

Yay! New sneakers! I love that feeling you get from a new pair of sneakers. That first run, and you realize why it is that you've been sluggish lately.
Of course, sometimes that sluggish feeling can't be blamed on the sneakers. Sometimes it's lack of sleep, or eating heavy meals before a run or any number of reasons. So sometimes, I just don't get out there like I should. That's why I stay connected to other runners who help motivate me to lace up!

4 months?!

Having just started my own business, much of my focus lately has been about getting things off the ground. Between the phone calls, the ordering, the advertising etc. I've barely had time to think about anything else.
So you can imagine my shock when I realized that the marathon for which I am training is only 4 months away! I'm so happy I have an Herbalife order on the way. It's really time for me to get into shape, and I know the protein boost will be a huge help.
Full speed ahead!

Marathon runner

Last year I participated in the ING marathon as part of a great team that raises money for kids with cancer. It was fun, but never thought I would be doing it again!
But here I am, six weeks in to my training, because it was honestly one of the best experiences of my life. This time though, I have Herbalife on my side! Running is so hard on the body, so I'm doing what I can to treat my body right. That includes yoga, taking Liftoff to get the most out of my runs, and drinking lots of water.
Stay tuned for updates on my training...

Endless Posibilities

I'm a huge fan of smoothies, but when I used to make them for breakfast, I found that while they might taste good, they never actually kept me full. So adding 2 scoops of Formula 1 nutritional shake mix just makes sense! This morning, after a refreshing run with my sister, I made us each a tall glass of strawberry banana smoothie:

1. 16 oz water
2. 4 scoops shake mix
3. 1 banana
4. About a bowl full of strawberries.

So delicious! (And of course the run started with a glass of liftoff, so I was feeling great!)

The protein really helps to make it a proper breakfast.

Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Healthiness

Freshly graduated from college, I need a way to stay young and active. It's amazing how many people my age find jobs and lose the youth they had in their college years.
Well, not me! I finally found the products I need to keep my body in tip top shape, and running as it should be. Stay tuned for more...