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Foods For The Bedroom |
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By
Jean-Luc Boissonneault
- Almonds,
a source of essential fatty acids aids in the production of male
hormones thus regulating the sex-drive. The smell of almonds is
found to arouse passion in females.
- Asparagus,
rich in foliate; a B vitamin helps increase the production of
histamine, essential for the sex drive of men and women. Asparagus
is rich in 'the sex vitamin', Vitamin E.
- Avocado
contains folic acid, vitamin B6 and potassium. B6 improves male
hormone production; and potassium helps regulate a woman's thyroid
gland.
- Bananas
(as in pineapple), contains the enzyme 'bromelain' which helps
boost the male libido. Bananas are a good source of B vitamins and
potassium; both increase the body energy levels and are vital for
sex-hormone production.
- Basil
increases circulation, stimulates the sex drive and boosts
fertility. It also produces a general sense of well
being.
- Beans,
all varieties are zinc-rich vegetables. Zinc is critical for
healthy sperm.
- Broccoli
(like brussel sprouts), contains Indole-3-carbinol, a compound that
helps reduce estrogen levels, broccoli and brussel sprouts are a
libido booster in men, although they can have the opposite effect
in women.
- Cardamom
is beneficial in treating impotence. It is high in cineole, which
increases blood flow to the sex organs.
- Celery
contains androsterone, an odorless hormone released through male
perspiration. While you can't smell it, androsterone may act as a
pheromone, triggering female attraction.
- Chilies
contain capsaicin the substance that gives kick to peppers, curries
and other spicy foods. Capsaicin triggers the release of
endorphins, the feel good chemical for your brain.
- Dark
Chocolate contains serotonin, which boosts your mood, and
phenyl ethylamine, which mimics the brain chemistry of a person in
love. Women who eat chocolate on a daily basis have higher sexual
function than those who don't.
- Eggs
contain vitamin B5 and B6 essential to maintaining balanced hormone
levels and for reducing stress. Eggs are an excellent source of
cholesterol, an important precursor to testosterone and estrogen
production.
- Figs
are high in amino acids which are critical to increasing your
libido and boosting your sexual stamina.
- Fish,
particularly mackerel and salmon contain large amounts of Omega-3
fatty acids, which enhance the nervous system and boost
circulation. Healthy sex for both men and women is gained by
increasing blood flow.
- Garlic
contains high levels of allicin a compound that can improve blood
flow to the sexual organs. Allicin is produced once garlic has been
chopped.
- Goji
Berries, also called Wolfberries, are reputed to increase
testosterone levels.
- Maca,
a less common food, increases testosterone and helps with erective
dysfunctions and impotency. For women, maca increases the sex-drive
and increases fertility.
- Nutmeg
can unlock your libido.
- Nuts
contain essential fatty acids critical to the production of the
love hormones. They are rich in L-Arginine which improves
circulation and enhances erectile response. Pine nuts are packed
with zinc, critical for healthy sperm.
- Oysters
contain zinc which is essential for testosterone production and the
maintenance of healthy sperm. Oysters also boost dopamine, a
hormone that increases libido in both men and women.
- Pumpkin
Seeds contain zinc, which is important in testosterone
production for men and helps to sustain sexual desire in women.
Pumpkin seeds are rich in the essential fatty acid omega 3, which
acts as a precursor of prostaglandins, hormone-like substances that
play a key role in sexual health. A diet rich in pumpkin seeds will
enhance potency, drive and fertility. Note: Zinc deficiency can
make a woman completely lose her sex drive.
- Sauerkraut
can unlock your libido, making men more "sexually
active".
- Steak
boosts testosterone levels, plus it's packed with protein, iron,
magnesium, and zinc.
- Watermelon
is rich with citrulline, an amino acid that helps improve blood
flow to the heart and genitalia.
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News |
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1.
We now have a sharing option for Facebook and twitter
directly in this newsletter. All you have to do is click on the
Facebook icon. Log in to your Facebook and press SHARE.
2.
Tickets for our upcoming bodybuilding and figure show are
available at any Popeyes location in Ottawa and at the Free Form
Fitness downtown and Kanata location. Get them now because they are
selling out fast. Here's the website for the show.
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Questions
and Answers |
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By
Jean-Luc Boissonneault
I can't stand whey protein, is rice protein ok?
It's
nowhere near as complete of a protein as whey but it's an option. A
better option would be to get egg protein it's much more complete
in terms of amino acids than rice protein.
How
often should I work my abdominals?
That
depends on your posture but as a general rule you can train them
every 48 hours. I've found that the abdominals are a muscle group
that can take beating. Focus on full range of motion and not just
crunches on the floor.
Send
your questions to info@freeformfitness.ca and we might answer them
in the next newsletter
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Beef
Jerk Rub |
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Ingredients
(makes about 10 strips):
- 1 Lb flank steak
-� Tbsp of: onion powder, garlic powder, allspice, coriander.
-1 Tbsp thyme
-1 tsp of: nutmeg, cinnamon, chili powder, cayenne pepper
-3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
-1 Tbsp olive oil
-1 Tbsp tamari (wheat-free soy)
-fresh ground pepper
Directions:
Combine all ingredients except steak in a bowl and mix thoroughly
Rub onto flank steak and marinate in a sealed bag in the fridge for
a few hours or overnight Bring flank steak out of the fridge for 30
minutes before grilling Grill on high heat for 2-3 min per side
(depending on thickness and how rare you want it. Recommended:
Medium-Rare) Remove from grill - Tent the meat under foil and let
it rest for 5 minutes Slice into thin pieces (slice against the
grain of the meat) and serve
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Where
Do You Live? |
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by
Jean-Luc Boissonneault
Do
you live your life 'at cause' or 'at effect'? When you operate your
life 'at cause' you take responsibility for your life and are in
command of your destiny. To be 'at cause' means you have choices in
your life, and you can choose what is right for you.
When
you live your life 'at effect' you make excuses for not living your
life. You blame others for your destiny and you can't see that you
have choices. Being 'at effect' makes you a passive observer of
your life. The irony is that you do have a choice, and you have
chosen not to choose but to be responsive to whatever is given to
you.
It
may be challenging to live your live 'at cause'. However, far too
many of us spend too much of our time being 'at effect'.
I
encourage you to be 'at cause' when it comes to scheduling your
weekly exercise sessions. You know what is good for you. Take
responsibility for decisively creating the time in your schedule
for getting to the gym. When planning your day, ask yourself "What
do I need to do to get myself to the gym, today?"
On
a more general note, learn to identify those times in your life
when you find yourself living 'at effect'. Once identified, get
back 'at cause' and realize that you always have
choices.
So,
where are you when it comes to going to the gym for a workout,
today? Are you 'at cause' or are you 'at effect'. Starting today, I
invite you to consider being 'at cause' for as many aspects of your
life as possible.
Now,
get to the gym!
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Success
Story |
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By
Cheryl Laite Whitman
Almost a year ago now I started with a personal trainer at a large
corporate gym with the distant thought of 'possibly' competing in a
Figure competition...someday. I've never been caught up in
appearances and I believe that attractiveness begins - or ends -
when a person opens their mouth and by their actions. Appearance
was never my driving force to achieve a 'competition body' - but
the challenge of it was. I've always struggled with my weight and I
knew this would be a HUGE challenge for me - ask anyone who knows
me and they will certainly tell you how much I LOVE food. I've been
through veterinary school, I jump out of planes and ride
motorcycles - just to name a few things - but by far, I really
hadn't found anything harder than trying to lean out and develop
muscle to be anything near a Figure Competitor. And I say this with
brutal honesty - I found it to be one of the hardest things I have
ever done and I often felt very frustrated. However, about 4 �
months ago, I began to see serious results and even more so, I
learned 'why'.
I
had lost some weight and built some muscle in the past year, but my
greatest gains (or losses!) really happened when I committed to a
November show which, through a friend, led me to try Free Form
Fitness. I ended up with a fantastic trainer - Shelley - who seems
sweet as pie but really knows how to kick someone's a#! So don't
let her soft voice fool you - she will definitely make you work.
Not only from a physical training aspect, but Shelley also excels
by providing knowledge and encouragement along the way. This
behaviour I see resonates throughout the other trainers as well -
they WANT you to succeed and they DO what they can to get you
there. They are not going to do the work for you - nobody can do
that but yourself - but they will give you the 'know how' and the
support you need to succeed.
I
think Free Form Fitness has an edge over other places in that they
strongly emphasize motivation and accountability. You don't just
train and go home - they weigh you, assess your progress, and also
help with diet recommendations on a regular basis. Most of all -
they encourage you, support you, and are there to answer any
questions you have. And being the nerd that I am, I have a lot of
questions. I ask, I read up on everything, and then I ask more. And
like me, they are very goal orientated - even if they're small
goals. It's a goal - it's something to strive for, it's a personal
reward to achieve it and it becomes your motivation to continue.
They know this, and they train this way.
So
here I am, 3 � weeks away from my first Figure Competition. I look
forward to the rest of the journey and what once seemed like an
unattainable goal is just around the corner. Over a year ago I was
a pleasantly plump 156 pounds and now I am much leaner and
developed 121 pounds (still pleasant, of course :o). My greatest
moment will be when I walk out on stage where, inside, the only
thing I'll be thinking is "I did it"...and possibly "For God's
sakes will someone finally hand me a cupcake?!!" :o)
And
it happened - one pound at a time.
"Anything
we achieve, or don't achieve, in life is usually a measure of how
bad we really want it"
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Tip
of the Month
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Drinking
a can of Pepsi is exactly the same to the body as drinking a can of
beer without the buzz. If you want to avoid the beer belly you have
to drop the pop too.
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