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Grip Strength #Cardio #FitFam #FitLife #Fitness #FitnessAddict #GetOutside #fitnessinspiration #slimmingworldfromhome #slimmingworldjourney #slimmingworldsupport #lifestylechange #weightlossjourney #weightloss #bodypositivity #icanandiwill #nopainnogain #agentsofshield #pinmanpersonalcoaching #imrootingforyou ... It's one of the strongest predictors of good health. For years, there were a half dozen or so strong predictors of how likely someone might be to develop cardiovascular disease, including whether he or she carried weight in the midsection versus in the legs, if there was a family history, if he or she smoked, and the list, they say, goes on. But relatively new-ish research suggests there’s one more pretty significant predictor that we shouldn’t overlook: grip strength. Grip strength is a simple and powerful way to predict one’s risk of death and cardiovascular disease. Physicians and researchers reason that if one’s grip strength is weak, it’s very likely other areas of the bodyyour heartare weak, as well. Like many conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure, weak grip strength can be improved through simple and consistent exercise. Grip strength goes beyond simply being able to hold a dumbbell for a longer set of reps. Improving your grip strength can seriously change your overall health for the better. Beefing up your grip strength is relatively easy. You can easily incorporate strengthening exercises into your regular fitness routine. For example, walks or walking lunges with dumbbells or kettlebell swings to increase grip strength while exercising. Or, work it into everyday tasks. The same tools you use in the gym, you can also mimic in real life. Carrying grocery bags to your car as opposed to using a shopping cart is similar to carrying dumbbells. Or, something as simple as carrying a laundry basket up and down the stairs can help bump up grip strength over time. Increasing grip strength can also significantly improve your workout intensity. When you have a stronger grip, you can hold onto a pull-up bar longer, which means you can crank out more pull-ups. It also equates to being able to hold heavier weights during exercises like walking and static lunges or squats. Grip strength is one of those small but often overlooked things that you can improve that can affect your health in major ways. I’m rooting for you, Linda PinMan

Best and worst foods for sleep. #accomplished #abs #muscle #sleep #noexcuses #getfit #healthfreak #crossfit #motivation #food #instahealth #active #healthychoices #determination #best #worst #lifestyle #cardio #training #healthy #fitnessaddict #imrootingforyou #pinmanpersonalfitness Eating and sleeping are basic human needs that go hand in hand in many ways. It’s no surprise that what you eat before going to bed affects the quality of your sleep....Continue reading

Happy National Chocolate Day!!!!! #chocolate #healthbenefits #fall #halloween #celebrate #nutrients #sweettooth #halloween #love #antioxidants #flavanols #cheatday #nevergiveup #friday #nationalchocolateday #imrootingforyou #pinmanpersonalcoaching If you love chocolate, every day of the year is cause to celebrate, but today is National Chocolate Day.... As a testament to chocolate’s popularity, there are more than two dozen other chocolate-related holidays. Chocolate was first cultivated about 3,000 years ago by the Mayans and Incas. They used to drink cocoa and even used the beans as currency. Chocolate has nutrients called flavanols that help to increase blood flow to the heart. Dark chocolate can help raise good cholesterol levels while lowering the bad cholesterol. It also has fiber and antioxidants. So, if you like sweet, unsweetened, milk or white chocolate, go ahead and satisfy that sweet tooth today. I'm rooting for you, Linda PinMan

National Pumpkin Day #pumpkin #halloween #harvest #autumn #fall #nutritious #jackolatern #holiday #nationalpumplinday #imrootingforyou #pinmanpersonalcoaching In the United States, pumpkins go hand in hand with the fall holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. An orange fruit harvested in October, this nutritious and versatile plant features flowers, seeds and flesh that are edible and rich in vitamins. Pumpkin is used to make soups, desserts and breads, and many Americans in...clude pumpkin pie in there Thanksgiving meals. Carving pumpkins into jack-o’-lanterns is a popular Halloween tradition that originated hundreds of years ago in Ireland. Back then, however, jack-o’-lanterns were made out of turnips or potatoes; it wasn’t until Irish immigrants arrived in America and discovered the pumpkin that a new Halloween ritual was born. I'm rooting for you, Linda Pinman

Tips For A Healthy Fall #health #fitness #workout #health #healthy #active #strong #motivation #determination #lifestyle #fitfam #getfit #cleaneating #eatclean #exercise #fall #nutrition #fun #PinManPersonalCoaching Don’t wait until the New Year to make new goals to feel and look your best. With the holidays right around the corner, start out on the right foot by taking advantage of everything that the Fall season has to offer for your health!... With a new crispness in the air, step out and enjoy the fresh, cool weather while you can. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend getting at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise five days a week. Not only is exercise good for your heart health, but it also gives you an extra boost of energy throughout the whole day which will help as the hours of daylight get shorter. Exercise tips for Fall: * Find someone to walk with during halftime of the football game. Set the timer on your phone or watch for 30 minutes and find a route that lands you back at home right in time for kickoff! * Go apple picking and make sure to walk the entire orchard. Not only is this considered exercise, but you also get to scout out the best looking fruit! * Find a local place to hike where you can soak up the beautiful autumnal foliage. This is sure to be great for your body and mind. Not only are there ample opportunities for exercise in the Fall, but healthy eating is easy and satisfying with all the fresh seasonal produce! Some of the produce in season during the Fall months are apples, winter squash, pomegranates, figs, cauliflower, garlic, beets, pears, pumpkin and Swiss chard. Healthy eating tips for Fall: * Buy local, in-season produce at a farmers market to ensure that you are getting the freshest fruits and vegetables around. * Try a new green leafy vegetable. Swiss chard is an excellent source of vitamins A, K and C as well as potassium. Simply sauté with oil and garlic and enjoy as a side or add to casseroles. * Winter squash is abundant in autumn and is low in calories and high in fiber. Here are some ways to prepare the different kinds of squash: * Roast spaghetti squash until soft then shred with a fork to create strands and serve like pasta. * Stuff roasted acorn squash with wild rice, dried cranberries and other vegetables. * Make butternut squash into a creamy and warming soup. I'm rooting for you, Linda PinMan