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Today’s Health Info From TheMartialArtsReporter
Whether you are a martial artist or not, this information is for anybody who wants to improve their quality of life by making some simple adjustments.
Just the other day I stumbled across some good reading.
In a medical review published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute it was stated that we could reduce cancer rates by as much as 80 to 90 percent simply by getting rid of environmental toxins.
Several years ago, a review in the British Medical Journal made the claim that close to 75% of most cancers have environmental causes!
It is widely known that toxins are also linked to autoimmune disease and neurological disorders.
And with this post I would like to draw your attention to metals and the effect they can have on our nervous system.
Did you know that people with a high concentration of aluminum in their nerve tissue apparently deal with a greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia?
The crazy thing about our nervous system is that damage even to small portion can have some serious life-changing consequences.
Aluminum absorption seems to originate from water, food, antacids and deodorants.
Now, why would manufacturers put aluminum in deodorants?
Well, once we apply the deodorant, the aluminum makes its way into the sensory nerves and basically puts them to sleep, which in essence means that the nerves don’t sense heat and as a consequence our body doesn’t sweat.
Just think about it: Aluminum is simply interfering with our nerves’ normal functioning.
Now, some of you might think that we have to do away with deodorants.
Nothing could be further from the truth. Just look for roll-ons without aluminum and parabens. Your body will thank you.
I strongly believe that we have to spend more time reading the labels of the stuff we put in and on our bodies.
You can make immediate changes without reducing, but rather improving your quality of life.
And I didn’t even touch on aluminum foil. Maybe at a later date.
Take care of yourself.
FREE: 5 Unique Pushups To Elevate Your Training Program
Every martial artist knows how important pushups are in any training program.
Boy, I sure do. And we did a lot of them in karate, boxing and Muay Thai.
Pushups are considered by many experts the single most effective exercise not only because of the number of different muscles involved.
The primary muscles used are generally, chest, triceps, anterior deltoid muscles.
Also positively affected are lower back, biceps and leg quadriceps.
Depending on how large of a pushup workout you implement, you are even improving your metabolism, circulation and cardiovascular health.
And you’re only using your own bodyweight!!!
I have selected 5 unique pushups demonstrated in a video that is just over 2 minutes.
You’re gonna love it!
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtcH9JUzurY[/youtube]
Tai Chi – Live From Hong Kong
Honestly, I have been very fortunate to have travelled to a number of very desirable places in the world.
One of my absolute favorite places, if not my most favorite ever, is Hong Kong.
The first time I visited Hong Kong was in November 1992 and I can’t believe that was 17 years ago, OMG!
I have been there quite often ever since. And I just love it more every time I visit.
What it is really cool about staying on the mainland, especially in TST (Tsim Sha Tsui):
The absolutely breathtaking view you get of Hong Kong’s world famous skyline on Hong Kong island.
All while looking across Hong Kong Harbor, which is one the busiest waterways in the world.
In my opinion, there’s nothing like it! Alright, I admit it, I am biased.
Now, that you have taken in this superb view from your hotel room (when booking, ask for ‘harbourview’), it’s time for us to head down to the waterfront for some early exercise.
Don’t worry, we’re not going to hit the heavy bag or anything like that.
I was thinking more of Tai Chi to start the day.
Understand that Tai Chi aims at 3 elements:
Health: Tai Chi emphasizes the relief of physical effects of stress on the body and mind.
Without a doubt, good physical fitness is an important step towards effective self-defense.
Meditation: To maintain ultimate health, the meditative element of tai chi is considered essential, especially when applying the form as a soft martial art.
Finally, martial art: This is challenging, because it takes a long time of training to skillfully use Tai Chi as effective self-defense. Instead of meeting opposing force head-on, one attempts to yield and “stick” to an incoming attack.
And this is actually what I experienced while I was there:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jx0SH0v8YLQ[/youtube]
It’s really quite relaxing and you need to try it, seriously.
I have seen early morning ( 6 a.m.!) Tai Chi practiced in courtyards in Beijing and Shanghai which I also truly enjoyed, but I gotta tell ya Hong Kong is still my favorite.
But you already knew that.
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