Protein is essential for life and an important part of every cell in our bodies. The building blocks of protein, amino acids, are needed to repair cells, build and repair muscles, and to make hormones, enzymes, and antibodies. Protein can also influence our immune function and metabolism. Although most people are eating enough protein, many could […]
Category Archives: Masters Athletes
This Week in Food, Health, and Fitness
This week, read about inspiration for older athletes, myths of modern day dieting, and the lack of nutrition education in medical schools. Inspiration for older athletes. This year’s Boston Marathon was won by Meb Keflezighi, just shy of his 39th birthday. Remarkably, this is the fastest marathon Keflezighi has ever ran. Like some others, Meb […]
Masters Athletes
Use it or lose it! Competing in sport is a great way for all ages to keep motivated and stay fit. Of course, you certainly don’t need to compete to benefit from being active, but racing certainly helps you set goals, challenge your mind, challenge your body, and gives you extra motivation to stick […]