5 Must Haves

Hey Everyone!

I hope you are enjoying the summer months.  It was another successful year for the GS Fitness Boot Camp!  Everyone pushed themselves beyond what they are comfortable with or "use" to, keeping in mind their individual goals.  We went through weather that was wet and wild, hot and humid and cold- yes cold.  One morning some of the group members were shivering! I'll miss meeting with them on Monday's and Wednesday's as they were a hard working group that was fun to work with.  So to all you Boot Campers....GREAT JOB!!!!! 

I put together list of my must haves that will help you feel and look great!

1) Chia Seeds

Not my chia pet

I know what you're thinking, Chia Pets...But that's not what we're talking about here. I'm talking about the seed not the pet :) It turns out that Chai seeds have been around for quite some time.  They were considered a main component of the Aztec and Mayan diets and were used by Aztec warriors during long hunting trips.  Chia seeds have numerous health benefits.  Did you know they are higher in antioxidants than blueberries? They have a nut like flavor that are crunchy in texture.  Chia seeds are loaded in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.  They also contain calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, niacin, and zinc. Trust me, really good for you!  Try them in a yogurt, with cereal, and in baked goods.   


2) Greens Protein Bar
This is a high quality, healthy, and tasty protein bar!  Protein is the building blocks of our bodies.  It is not only important for muscle growth and repair but it also plays a significant role in tissue and organ function.  Protein plays a vital role in our metabolism, digestion, and transportation of nutrients and oxygen in our blood. We should aim to consume 10-15% of our daily calories from protein.  You can also multiply your weight by .37 and this will tell you how many grams of protein you should have daily.  Example 160lbs x's .37 = 59.2 grams of protein. 


3) Flaxseed
This seed is very similar to the chia.  Some studies have shown flaxseed to help prevent cancer, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes!  Again like the chia seed it is loaded with fiber, omgea-3 and essential fatty acids.  It's also high in B vitamins, magnesium, and manganese.  It has a nutty flavor that can be used like chia seeds, in yogurt, baked goods, and cereal.





4) A Quality Multivitamin
The best way to obtain the vitamins and minerals you need is through good nutrition. However, most of us need a little extra help in ensuring that we consume all the daily requirements we need to maintain good health and feel great.  I prefer a vitamin brand called Rainbow Light.  It's a food-based product that is easy on the stomach and is available for men and woman. You can choose several different variations of this multivitamin depending on your particular needs- for example-if you're expecting or if you're over 40, or if you're a teen.
Here is a link to all there products: http://www.rainbowlight.com/




It's Guy Schiavone of
GS Fitness :)

5) An Exercise Plan
Join a gym, tune up that old bike sitting in the garage, go insane with insanity, or even better yet- work with a trainer!  I know a good one :) ------>
Bottom line you need a plan of action to get moving.  There is no way we can achieve lasting health and well-being without exercise.  Stop make excuses and stop blaming other people and/or things.  It is up to YOU-YOU can do it!



Enjoy the remainder of the summer and remember to have fun, enjoy life, smile, laugh, be thankful, and oh yeah EXERCISE!!!!!  :) 

-Guy Schiavone
www.guyschiavone.com