Combine READY- DAWGMODE BRETT BLASZKO

Brett B combine

 

Over the past 10 weeks I’ve had the unbelievable pleasure of working with Canada’s top training facility, Sports Specific Training. Not only have I had the pleasure of training with some of the top athletes in Canada, but I’ve been fortunate enough to have worked and coached alongside Larry Jusdanis and his amazing team including Steve Bodanis, John Blair, Dave McDowell and Sean Stewart. Over the past 10 weeks we’ve seen tremendous improvements in my physical shape and strength, which has significantly helped me prepare for the individual tests and on field work that will take place the combine. Choosing to stay in Burlington and train here wasn’t easy but I knew if I wanted to continue to chase my dream of playing at the next level and having an impact at the next level, that this is where I had to be. As my combine training comes to an end, I would like to thank Larry and Steve and SST for the time and effort they put in with me trying to prepare me for this huge event. I’m ready and I’m beyond excited for this incredible opportunity. LETS GO!

– Brett Blaszko

Eat Fat to lose fat! HOW? Part 5 of 6

Summer body ready thru eating more fat??

Fat loss!

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Drink enough water everyday. A good rule of thumb is to try and consume half your body weight in ounces of water every day. Do not wait until you are thirsty, be pro active.  Even a 2 % decrease in bodily water content can trigger many health problems. This is perhaps the easiest thing people can do to improve their well being.

Consume enough good fats. Dietary fat is not the enemy. The body needs healthy fats to lose fat. Be sure to consume healthy fats with every meal. Omega-3 fatty acids, nuts, seeds, avocado, flax seeds, coconut oil, etc.

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Get your body SUMMER ready Part 3 of 6

 

Part 3 of Get your body ready for summer!!  PLAN!

 

Establish a nutritional plan. Successful weight loss is achieved by being prepared. Plan your meals for the week ahead. Having meals planned and food purchased before meal times is the key to staying on track.

Regular exercise & activity. A regular program of aerobic, strength training and flexibility movement exercises helps reverse insulin sensitivity, increase vitality & reduces the risk of disease & keeps you focused on proper eating habits

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Get Your Summer Body ready Part 2!

Just in case you missed Part 1 of this series..... CLICK HERE

I know it may sound like it early but summer is right around the corner!

Part 2

Write down your goal. Studies have shown that by simply writing down a goal and posting it where you can visibly see it daily leads to greater success.

Sleep. Aim for a minimum of 7-8 hours of deep restful sleep every night. Your weight loss goals will never be obtained without adequate sleep.

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Get Your Body Summer Ready Part 1 of 6!

Get Your Body Summer Ready

With a seemingly endless winter still looming the thought of summer seems like a dream. Summer evokes dreams of relaxing, patios, warm weather and of course summer clothes. If the words flip flops sound glorious, but bathing suit makes you cringe, you’re not alone.

Its easy to hide under those layers of clothes in the winter and hibernate, but by the earliest sign of spring we are ready to peel back some of the layers and show some skin.

Follow these tips to kick start your weight loss regime and shed those winter pounds.

Give yourself a break. It is a natural function of the human body to hold onto a few extra pounds in the winter. Extra body fat is a survival mechanism the body provides itself for protection. As the weather improves the body won’t fight so hard to hold onto those extra pounds.

Establish a goal. Set a realistic goal and break it down into smaller goals. Smaller goals are more obtainable and help keep us on track. These smaller victories help keep us motivated and contribute to overall success.

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Part 2 tomorrow!

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Urine- not about just going to the bathroom- WHAT DOES IT MEAN??

What the Colour of Your Urine Says About You

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The colour, density, and smell of urine (think asparagus) can reveal much about the state of our health. Many factors can influence our urine color on a day-to-day basis such as: medications, supplements, food dyes, dehydration and more.

Many of us pee without taking note, perhaps its time to pay attention and see what your urine is saying about your health.

The colour of your urine can tell a lot about your body. The chart below provided by the Cleveland Clinic lists the different colours and what they may indicate.

NO COLOUR OR TRANSPARENT: You are drinking a lot of water or too much coffee.

PALE STRAW COLOUR: Normal, healthy and well hydrated.

TRANSPARENT YELLOW: Normal.

DARK YELLOW: Normal but drink some water soon or you have just taken some B supplements.

AMBER OR HONEY COLOUR: Your body is dehydrated.

SYRUP OR BROWN COLOUR: Severe dehydration or possible liver disease, see a doctor if this persists.

PINK TO REDDISH COLOUR: Have you eaten beets, rhubarb or blueberries recently? In not, may indicate blood in the urine which could indicate kidney disease, urinary tract infections or prostate problems. Contact your doctor if this persists.

ORANGE: Possible liver or bile duct condition, or it could simply be food dye. Contact your doctor if this persists.

BROWN: Eating lots of fava beans or rhubarb, some medications or severe muscle damage. Contact your doctor if this persists.

BLUE/GREEN: Most often caused by food dyes and some medications. In some cases bacteria in the urinary tract can cause blue/green urine. Contact your doctor if this persists.

FOAMING OR FIZZING: A harmless hydraulic effect, if occasional. It may indicate excess protein in the diet or kidney problems if it occurs often. Contact your doctor if this persists.

CLOUDY: Could signal a bladder infection, see your doctor is this persists.

Maca- what the heck is this???

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Health Benefits of Maca

Maca, a root that belongs to the radish family & grown in Peru has long been valued for its health benefits. Maca is a powerful adaptogenic agent with a rich nutritional content. Maca contains 31 trace minerals, rich in vitamin B12 and protein. Maca also contains vitamins B1, B2, C, E and plenty of calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorus & amino acids, making it especially vital for those with a weakened immune system.

Athletes use Maca to increase energy, stamina & endurance, as it is rich in sterols, a natural plant hormone-like substance.

Available as a powder, pill or tea, Maca is also beneficial for:

· Relief from menstrual & menopause symptoms including: cramps, hot flashes, anxiety, mood swings & depression

· Increase energy levels, often within days of consumption

· Increase stamina & performance, making it valuable for athletes

· Excellent for skin, helping clear acne & blemishes

· Mood balance, including relief from anxiety, stress & depression

· Increase mental clarity & focus

· Keeps your bones & teeth healthy & allows wounds to heal more quickly

Fat loss….Try CLA

 

TROUBLE LOSING WEIGHT? SUPPLEMENT WITH CLA!

Conjugated linoleic acid or CLA is a supplement used to promote fat loss & the growth of lean muscle tissue. It is highly effective in assisting weight loss & changing body composition. The action of CLA is that it prevents lipogenesis or the storage of fat in adipose tissue after a meal.

CLA is an essential fatty acid found in beef, ground turkey, lamb, cheese and milk. To get the optimal amount of CLA needed you would have to consume huge amount of these foods, adding too many calories which is counteractive for weight loss. Supplementing with CLA is an excellent alternative, with the added benefit of acting as an antioxidant and immune system enhancer.

Additional benefits of CLA:

· Cancer: studies show as little as 0.5% of CLA in the diet reduces tumors by 50%

· Reduced risk of cardiovascular disease

· Lowers blood pressure

· Lowers cholesterol & triglycerides

· Reduced risk of osteoporosis

· Reduces inflammation

· Body composition (lowers body fat & increases lean body mass, especially in those who exercise regularly)

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My Blue Print Nutrition Tip of the day- Foods you thought were good for you….NOT! Part 3

Now that you know that PROTEIN BARS are just a waste lets take a look at the last 3 food myths!

Diet Pop. Science suggests too much of these zero-cal beverages could do as much damage as the sugary stuff, potentially leading to weight gain and an uncontrollable sweet tooth. Artificial sweeteners found in diet pop signal the brain to crave sweets and confuse hormones related to appetite, leading to weight gain.

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Juice Diets. Many of us could use a few more fruits and veggies in our diet, but we don’t need to juice them. Juice diets may leave out important nutrients and enough calories to stay strong throughout the day. Not to mention eating, not drinking your fruit and veggies is much more theromogenic, meaning your body has to work harder and burn more calories just to break down the food.

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Light Beer. Light-beer or diet beer doesn’t necessarily mean less calories. Instead, many simply have a lower alcohol content. Not to mention beer, even diet, is extremely estrogenic and can lead to increased estrogen, lower testosterone and increased weight gain.

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My Blue Print Nutrition Tip of the day- Foods you thought were good for you….NOT! Part 2

Yesterday we brought up enhanced water and granola bars…foods you thought were good and are not!

Part two of some other food myths!

Protein bars. Protein bars don’t fall far from the granola-bar-tree. They are often ultra-high in calories and sugar. Instead opt for a high-density protein like a chicken breast or hard boiled egg.

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Low Fat Foods. Think twice before skipping the fat or choosing the “low fat” option. While cutting some fat, like unhealthy trans fats, could help weight loss, we may miss out on some big benefits from healthy fats, like omega-3 fats, which aid in weigh loss, boost cognitive brain function and reduce inflammation. Not to mention when the fat is removed from any food, it is usually replaced with sugar or carbs.

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