Stay "Smart" Technology Hazards

If you know anything about Accupuncture, Reiki, Chakras, you already know that the body is made up of more than blood, bone and tissues.  Our body is electric.  Every cell in our body communicates through tiny electrical signals.  We have many human energy fields which include not only physically measurable electromagnetic and magnetic fields, but, also a subtle aura of etheric energy that surrounds and overlays our physical self.

Today, Smart phones have become an essential to daily life. Add to that Wi-Fi’s, cordless phones, microwaves, satellite radio,  etc, we are constantly bombarded with electric and magnetic energy.  And, did you know that microwaves, cellphones, cordless phones and Wi-fi ALL use the SAME frequencies?  The difference is in the wattages (Power). However more recently, power is not just the only concern, what actually is more detrimental is the PULSE – used by cellphones.  This irregular pulse has a more biological effect to your body than power.    Even though the radiofrequencies (RF) fields only penetrate a short distance into the body, the energy of these fields are absorbed and transformed into the movement of molecules in the body. 1

The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that electronic devices, not just cell phones are bad for the body and can increase the chances of developing cancer.  Prolonged environmental exposure, if minor, may constitute a health hazard if it results in biological stress.  Even though electric fields do not penetrate the body significantly, they do build up a charge on the body surface.  Magnetic fields on the other hand causes circulating currents to flow in the body.

Dr. Devra Davis presented a talk on “The truth about mobile phone and wireless radiation” 3 at the University of Melbourne exposing the harsh reality of our technology advancements.  You can listen to the whole presentation on Youtube for yourself at::  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwyDCHf5iCY

All is not lost.  Here are some helpful points to help reduce your risk of EMF exposure;   2

DO NOT SLEEP WITH YOUR CELL PHONE NEAR.

Many people use their cell phone as an alarm clock.  Or, they want to keep it close in case of emergencies.  The problem is that the cell phone continues to communicate with the base stations by the radio transmissions, even when not using it.   It’s better to get a separate alarm clock, but if you do use your cell phone, set it on AIRPLANE Mode.  And, if you need the phone in case of emergency, it’s best to have a LAN line.  If not at least turn off the internet or wifi connection.  You should create a safe place to sleep, a time when your body can rejuvenate.  A cell phone near the bed can also increases anxiety levels as many of us have bad habits of waking up in the middle of the night to check emails, notifications and social networks so it’s best to turn it off!

TURN OFF YOUR WIFI AND BLUE TOOTH DEVICES AT NIGHT

There are over 1,800 studies that have verified that EMF’s are hurting us. Wifi and Bluetooth are even more dangerous than radio waves.  Ideally hardwire usage (Ethernet),  or better yet, Fibre-optics is the way to go.  A simple timer to shut your wifi router off at night is a great alternative.

Eliminating such exposure will help reduce insomnia, headaches, Ear Ringing (Tinnitus), fatigue, cognitive disturbance and stress!

DO NOT CARRY THE CELLPHONE CLOSE TO YOUR BODY

Have you read the fine print on your cellphone contract?    Did you know that you should NOT carry your cellphone any closer than an inch away from the body?  A cell phone held close to the skin receives hundreds of times more radiation than if held further away. So keep it out of your pocket and use your speaker when talking. If you want to find out more hidden safety advice – on your iphone you can go to Settings>About>Legal>RF Exposure.  For other smartphones you can go to:  www.showthefineprintorg.

STOP ENCOURAGING KIDS TO USE CELL PHONES

Smartphones are banned in Schools in Belgium, France, Spain, Finland, Italy, Isael, Australia, Austria, India, Switzerland, Germany and more.  It’s no wonder, as a children’s bone marrow of a child’s head can absorb 10 times more radiation than an adult! 4  Tablets are tested in labs 20 cm from the body, so they should NOT be held in the laps of children.

According to Electronics Engineer turned Technology Health Advocate Jeromy Johnson’s (Ted Talks)5   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0NEaPTu9oI) our children are going to be affected by the exponential effect of the rise in microwavable radiation all their lives.

If your Child has school work, upload it onto the computer or tablet and then shut the wifi off while working.  Do not let them stream music while doing homework and place it on a table away from the body..

Here are so healthier habits when using your smartphone 2;

• Do not talk on your cell phone where the signal is weak as the cell phone must put out a stronger signal increasing radiation.
• Do not let children use the cell phone as a toy or for games.
• Don’t forget about your pets!  Turn your wifi off when you aren’t home and they are guarding the nest.
• Keep phone calls short and alternate sides every few minutes.  Better yet use a lan line, your cell’s speaker or a plug in speakerphone device – not Bluetooth.
• After checking your smartphone for messages, put it down away from you, on a desk or another room.
• Put your cellphone away in your purse or briefcase when driving home.
• Like to use it for listening to music?  I sure do.  Save the music on your phone – don’t stream. Stay away from Bluetooth Headphones and use the airplane mode if you have it close to the body.
• Turn the face of the cellphone toward the body as the back emits more radiation.
• Use Text.  But do it smartly!  Not when you are walking or driving –
• Be aware of what you are doing and don’t expect instant responses – enjoy time way from technology!

 Oh, and stay away from SmartMeters (Hydro/Electric) or “Smart” Security systems – they aren’t really smart.  Hardwired / Fibre optics is the only way to go!

We always WANT convenience.  Be it a magic pill,  boxed food, or new toys – there is a price to pay – but let it NOT be your health!  Stay “Smart” –technology can’t do it for you

REFERENCES

1 -Chapter 1: Electromagnetic fields and publick health: the present evidence.

World Health Organization   http://www.who.int/peh-emf/publications/riskenglish/en/

 2 -https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/cell-phones-cancer-8-dumb-ways-to-boost-possible-risk/

 3 -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwyDCHf5iCY the truth about mobile phone and wireless radiation" -- Dr Devra Davis 

4 -http://www.collective-evolution.com/2018/03/20/why-multiple-countries-have-banned-wifi-cell-phones-around-schools-young-children-fetuses/

 5 -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0NEaPTu9oI  Wireless wake-up call – Jeromy Johnson – TedTalks, Berkely

Happy Easter - Congrats to special Dynabod's - No April Fools!

Happy Easter everyone!

Did the Easter Bunny make a visit?

Now there’s a mystery…… Whether you believe it based on the pagan festival of Eostre – the goddess of fertility, or the German Lutherans in the mid-1600’s, or the middle ages when Christians were forbidden to eat eggs during Lent and decorated them instead, it calls for some good Easter Sunday meal discussions….

 

On another note, Congratulations are in order for the Dynabod’s that have been participating in Dynabody Fitness Classes for 5 or more years!

Tim & Colleen – 5+ years

Jenna & Corrine – 7+ years

Shawn & Shannon – 9 years

Dave – 9+ years

 

 It’s time to register for the Spring Fitness Classes THAT START IN 2 WEEKS!

Sessions start on April 10^th & 12^th and run from  6:30 to 7:30 pm and cost is $79 each

Register online at:       http://localcourses.com/sjsd/

Dynabody Fitness Bootcamp - Tuesday April 10th - Bannatyne School

Dynabody Fitness Bootcamp - Thursday April 12th - Strathmillan School

or phone: (204) 832-9637 to Register

To get updated info. regarding the Fitness Bootcamps visit my website: http://dynabody.ca

Or by emailing me at dynabody@gmail.com.

Insulin Resistance - The Modern Plague

I just read an interesting article from Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo, on the modern plague.  I first heard of Dr. Ritamarie during the 2017 Food Revolution Summit and the Raw Food University.  According to Dr. Ritamarie, this plague is the root cause of overweight and obesity, fatigue and exhaustion, loss of motivation, and memory loss.  This plague causes Heart Disease, Cancer, Diabetes, Alzheimer's, Auto-Immune Disease and more!

What is this Modern Plague?

It is Insulin Resistance.
Insulin Resistance is when your cells can’t absorb the glucose that would be used as energy.    In other words, the cells are unable to use the insulin (the hormone made by the pancreas) which act as a key to allow the glucose to get into your cells.  This unused energy becomes stored as visceral (organ) fat and as Dr. Loscalzo explains, this affects the cardiovascular lining of your blood vessels, which become brittle.  It’s this inflammation, known as Elevated C-reactive Protein (CRP) which makes your blood sugars go high. A blood test can measure your C-reactive protein level.  An interesting point to note, is that as fitness levels decline, C-reactive protein levels go up.

So you know that exercise is important, what else?
According to Dr. Loscalzo, the Five Elements you must Focus on are;

1. Optimal Nutrition,
2. Movement / Exercise,
3. Low Stress,
4. Get Restful Sleep and 
5. Optimal Timing & Rhythm (when you eat is as important as what you eat).

To top it off, Diet-Caused Diseases are now the Number 1 cause of death in America.   Some Foods trigger Healing, some foods trigger Damage – by now we all should know what’s best for you..   Dr. Ritamarie also discussed the Big Pharma and  Big Food Diet Conspiracy.  The politics of food and keeping people sick and fat is outrageous - Focus is on profit not health.  The government subsidizes wheat, soy, dairy,and factory farms with substandard meat.  All processed and bad for you.
Even our Canada’s Food Guide, which is better than the US’s, has it wrong.  There should be even more focus on Whole Foods, Fruits and Vegetables, along with Healthy Fats (Seeds and Nuts), rather than Grains, Breads and meats.

Ravenous hunger is not the need for more calories, but rather the need for key nutrients that are missing from your diet.  It relates more to high blood sugar (insulin resistance), rather than low blood sugar as the body gets stressed and tired from trying to get the sugar from your body into your cells..  This Chronic fatigue and cravings are a sign of insulin resistance.  As a result you feel exhausted, the cells can’t cleanse themselves and you crave food to nourish them.  The problem is that the foods you crave are the ones that hurt you in the first place.  The vicious cycle continues.
And what’s worse, they are now saying that Alzheimer’s is now being considered as type 3 diabetes – insulin resistance of the brain!  This lack of glucose to the brain causes: Lack of Focus, Memory Loss, Brain Fog and Early on-set Alzheimer;s.

What are the best Exercise for combating Belly-Fat?

BURST EXERCISE – short bouts of just 30 seconds of High Intensity helps to burn Glucose that is currently in your blood.  It also increases the amount of Growth Hormone to trigger Fat-Burning and Muscle Building.  If you are consistent with this, you can improve insulin sensitivity in as little as 3 weeks.  Start with 30 seconds and try to build up to 8 times per day (That’s 4 minutes). 
Examples include:  Running up stairs, Burpees,  Fast Feet, etc.

This also helps to relieve stress.
Another useful tool to lower stress levels and improve your sleep is Meditation.  Just 3 minutes a couple times a day will reduce cortisol levels, blood sugar & combat insulin resistance.

TIME AND TIME AGAIN the only way to better Health and Wellness continue to be what we already know  - Eating Properly (avoiding flour and sugar and processed foods)  and Exercising.
So, How are YOU with this?

To learn more about Insulin Resistance and how to eliminate it, please go to the attached link(s), or visit Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo’s website.

The modern plague - video 1

Click below to Access Dr. Ritamarie Lascalzo's 5 Cutting Edge Strategies to balance your Blood Sugar, Melt your Midline, Sharpen your Focus and Recharge your Energy:

5 Strategies to Combat Insulin Resistance

What's the missing diet link for Vibrant Health and Longevity?  Find out more by getting your free e-book (link below)

Bye Bye Bellyfat -Blended Greens E-book 

References:

https://drritamarie.clickfunnels.com/sss-v1

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/305567.php

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/c-reactive-protein-crp

ANNUAL HOLIDAY FITNESS CHALLENGE - DECEMBER 13, 2018 TO JANUARY 11, 2019

With the Holiday season coming up quick, exercise is the first thing to go when you are busy.  People overindulge at holiday parties and have added pounds to deal with.  Did you know that obesity is now considered more dangerous than smoking?

Well no worries - THE ANNUAL HOLIDAY FITNESS CHALLENGE IS HERE!

Keep active, stay fit and have fun during the Holiday season & win! win! win!

The Challenge goes from December 13th to January 10^th, 2019. 

There is no cost, and you can win some Dynabody and/or Fitness-related “Swag”

In addition, you can win a Free Personal Training Session!

The Holiday Fitness Challenge will work on a point system.  You accumulate points based on the time spent exercising and at a particular activity level.  This is on a honor system.

                             1 Point                         2 Points                       3 Points                      

                        Light Activity             Moderate Activity      Intense Activity                      

Duration          Point Max.                  Point Max.                  Point Max.                 

< 30 Min.             1                                    2                                  3                     

31-60 min.           2                                    4                                  6                     

>60 Min               3                                    6                                  9                     

                                                                                

                        Bowling                   Aerobics class             Advanced Cardio Class                     

                        Curling                    Dancing, Zumba          Crossfit                      

                        Hiking                     Eliptical                       Fitness Challenge workout *               

                        Shoveling (light)     Jogging                        HIIT - Sprints            

                        Stretching                Weights (moderate)    Kickboxing/Boxing                

                        Table Tennis            Rope Skipping           Weights (heavy)               

                        Walking                   Shoveling (Heavy)     Spin Class (fast pace)             

                                                         Skating                        Stairclimber Machine             

                                                         Skiing                                     

                                                         Tai Chi                                               

                                                         Treadmill                                            

                                                         Yoga                                      

                                                         Active Sports

                                      (Soccer, racquet sports, volleyball, etc)                                              

 This is a great way to stay motivated and be accountable during the Holiday season!

 *If you would like the 3 Fitness Challenge Bodyweight workouts just send me an email and I will forward you a pdf of each.

BETTER THAN BLACK FRIDAY & CYBER MONDAY!

Come out to a FREE Dynabody Fitness Class!

Classes are winding down for 2017.  Only 5 classes left;

Bannatyne School:    Novemberr 28, December. 5 & 12th

Strathmillan School:  November 30 & December 7th.

6:30 - 7:30 pm

The one hour classes start in the new year on January  9th and 11th, 2018.  

Book online: http://www.localcourses.com/sjsd

See: St.James Continuing Education:  Fitness / Aerobics / Challenging   or type in "Dynabody" in the search box

or call: 832-9637 to Register by phone

WORK OUT NO NO's

It’s interesting what you see when you go to a fitness facitility. Most people just don’t get it.  They spend an hour or so “at the gym”.  Here’s a brief summary of what I’ve seen;

Walking the track                                 25 %   

Jogging the track                                 13 %

Running the track                                  2 %

Treadmill/Cross trainer                        20 %

Spinner/Stationary Bicycle                  10 %   

Weight Lifting-Light                             15 %   

Weight Lifting-Heavy                           10 %

Stretching                                              5 %

                                   

Of this, only about 20% of the people are meeting Health Canada’s guidelines of moderate exercise. That is, working hard enough to meet the requirements for physical activity.  Unless you are just starting out, have an injury, or cooling down, walking the track is not considered exercise. 

It will take over 50 minutes of running at 10 minute mile (6 miles per hour) to burn the same number of calories  that’s in a Big Mac or Wendy’s Bacon Classic.

No matter what your level you must get your heart rate up as you progress.  You MUST sweat and you MUST be out of breath.  A good indication is the talk test.  If you can talk with ease while exercising then you are NOT working hard enough.

Yet most just go through the motions.    It’s no wonder that most people give up after a month or two, or, see little or no progress.

Here are some things I noticed that you should NOT do if you want to get the best out of your time at the gym:

Women:

-Stop working out on the adductor and abductor machines.  Unless you already have a great, toned body you are wasting your time.

-Grabbing 5 lb dumbbells and doing countless bicep curls will not cut it.

- Doing  endless situps or using abdominal or back extension machines for your core. 

Men:

- Performing Seated Cable Back Rows and using momentum to move that heavy weight.  Cut the weight back, stabilize the core and focus on using your back – you’ll see much better gains.

- Bouncing the Bar off your chest as you do bench presses, grunting all the way.

Impressive, you take all the weight off the chest and place it on the shoulders.  Won’t be long before injury sets in….

Parents:

Taking your kids to the gym to “show” them a thing or two.  Most parents mean well but show improper technique and useless exercises.  This in time result in poor posture and even worse, injury. Leave it to a trainer. Unless they are in their mid-teens, stick to game play.

As I mentioned in my last newsletter, you need to be AWARE.    Are YOU aware of where you are and what you need to accomplish your fitness goals?  As you get older, the more you need to exercise – not less.  Fortunately, most Dynabods get it.  And , if you don’t believe me - Ask a Centurian!

PROVEN SCIENCE FOR LONGEVITY

I was at the Manitoba Fitness Council annual conference this weekend.  One of the sessions that peaked my interest was Dr. Len Kravitz’s presentation on “The Secrets of Longevity”.  Len Kravitz, Ph.D.,  is the Program Coordinator of Exercise Science and Research at the University of New Mexico and is well sought out for his sound research and ground breaking presentations.

What is the Magic Pill or Magic Potion for successful Aging?

It’s EXERCISE!.

Ok, this may not be a surprise, but modern science now has proof, that the secret to longevity has to do with Exercise.   What are the factors that increase the chance of aging optimally?

1)      Aerobic Exercise

2)      Resistance Exercise

3)      Adequate Sleep

4)      Lifestyle & Stress Management

5)      Healthy Nutritional choices.

From a separate lecture, Dr. Kravitz explained that the best Aerobic Exercise is Low volume Interval Training.  Aerobic activity should be done for a maximum of 30 minutes per day 2 or 3 times a week.  The Best program involves using HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) to increase your VO2max – the amount of oxygen you use.  For example,  do 1 minute at 90-95% of your  maximum heart rate, then reduce to 50-70% of Maximum Heart Rate.  Continue for 8 to 10 bouts. And don’t forget to warm-up before you start.       The point is to work harder – not longer!  From Len’s research he wanted to stress a study made by Franklin Booth in 2012 that “Low cardiorespiratory fitness is a sounder predictor of death than risk factors such as hypertension, smoking and diabetes.  Wow!  If you haven’t started an Aerobic program, now’s the time!

Regarding Resistance Exercise, use of Weights or Body Weight exercises is preferred for at least 2 sessions per week.  Exercise is proven to REVERSE the gene expression  on 179 genes of aging in the muscle, which gives credence that Exercise Reverses the Aging Process!     And, other benefits of Resistance training include;  increase in fat-free mass, increased bone mineral density, increases in muscular strength, lowers incidence of chronic disease, improves psychological well-being and increases resting metabolism.

Lifestyle strategies are nothing new, but for many, are ignored.     You need at least 30 minutes of physical activity per day.  Diet should be high on fruits and vegetables, substituting chicken, fish, nuts, beans for red meat.  Light alcohol intake (1 drink per day) is okay, but no smoking.  You need 6 -8 hours of uninterrupted sleep per day.  It is proven that mind-body programs, relaxation techniques, problem solving (at home and work) and exercise, lead to less stress, depression and less cognitive decline. 

Here is an Affirmation breathing drill to combat stress that was used by Benjamin Franklin;

  Sitting upright, start with a body scan – notice any stress in the body.  Then repeat the mantra “I am in Control”.  Continue for one or two minutes.  I prefer to use  “I am”(while inhaling) “Relaxed”(while exhaling). 

As Dr. Kravitz talked to the crowd of fitness leaders, he made one comment on that goal to Longevity that should be passed on–“Get Fit, and KEEP getting Fitter!”  He also spoke about the longevity hot spots around the world.  The “Blue Zones”.  You may recall my newsletter/blog two years ago about this (see the attached link for reference: https://dynabody.blogspot.ca/2015_06_01_archive.html?m=0)

It was interesting what Len Kravitz found out about the characteristics of the “Supercentenarians”.

They had high physical and cognitive function, total cholesterol was under 200 mg/dl, Cardiovascular Disease, Stroke and cancer was rare, Blood Pressure was in the regular range, BMI was under 22, those who smoked quit at 70 years, and live 90-95% life very healthy.  This is all comparable to a healthy 25 year old!  Healthy Centenarians also relied on meaningful Social interaction – that is why my Fitness Classes are still going strong – we have a great group of Dynabods – all heading in the right direction!

One of Dr.Len Kravitz’s  allies and mentor’s  Dr. Kenneth Cooper of the Cooper Institute had quoted “We do not stop exercising because we grow old – we grow old because we stop exercising”.

To finish things off, here is a quote made 2,400 years ago from Hippocrates “That which is used develops, and that which is not used wastes away….If there is any deficiency in food or exercise, the body will fall sick.    Let’s modify that quote to something familiar…

“USE IT OR LOSE IT”!