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Happy Friday Eve Suga Fam! Make it a Staycay and Enjoy the Long Weekend!

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Jakes at Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
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Want to Enjoy Easter, but stay on your Fitness Mission?

Easter Brunch or Dinner can feel just as special at home as they would at a restaurant with a little planning and prep.

Try these Dishes in the Kitchen:

1. DEVILED EGGS
An Easter classic. Great brunch side or appetizer.

Use hot or mild pepper sauce, try dill or a sweet pickle relish, use fat-dree mayo and add a sprinkle of fresh Chives for more flavor.

2. Not a Deviled eggs fan? Try SPINACH AND MUSHROOM QUICHE or one of my faves, a CALLALOO FRITTATA.

Ensure you use unsweetened Almond milk and a low fat cheese such as a part skim mozzarella.

Photo: The Kichn

3. VEGGIE SIDES

Take advantage of seasonal flavors and root vegetables to add colour nutritional value to your Easter table. Root vegetables include carrots, parsnips, beets, red onion and sweet potato.

4. CORIANDER AND LEMON CRUSTED SALMON with Asparagus Salad and Poached Egg

5. CARROT CAKE OR YOUR OWN VEGETARIAN EASTER BUN!

Use whole-wheat or spelt  flour (hulled, purer wheat), Unsweetened Almond milk, Cinnamon and Agave to sweeten instead of sugar.

If you aren’t Vegetarian, please also cook or bake with Olive oil or Vegetable oil, not Coconut oil. We will leave that debate for after Easter. 🙂

Have a Happy, Holy and Restful Easter.
Remember Balance is key.

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XoXo,
Suga

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TGIF! In the Spirit of Champs Week, 5 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Fitness!

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… And Yes, those are my Active, Sporty Niecipoos with their Uncle Canibus!

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1. MAKE IT FUN
Try to incorporate what kids like into their fitness routine. If they love dancing, consider taking them to dance class, or if they like to splash around in water, take them to swimming lessons.

2. SET GOALS AND CELEBRATE ACHIEVEMENT
Make the goals realistic and achievable.
E.g. Completing a certain number of laps around the track. Give them something to work towards and provide a reward such as, a special outing or a small treat.

3. BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL
Parents play a crucial role in shaping a child’s attitude towards fitness.
Parents should prioritize their own fitness and let their children see that. Show enthusiasm and commitment.
Go for a run together. This also strengthens your bond and creates memories.

4. ENCOURAGE VARIETY
Kids get bored easily, so try to keep them engaged and excited about fitness, Sometimes you may have to try new sports with them and develop their range of skills and interest.
Martial Arts is a good one that also encourages a different level of focus and discipline.

5. CREATE A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
Offer praise, encouragement and guidance. Also be patient and understanding when they face challenges.
Teach them that perseverance and effort are just as important as success.

***BONUS***
Watch ISSA Sports CHAMPS and let them be motivated!

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By: Gabrielle Burgess (CEO, Suga Lifestyle; Certified Personal Trainer & Sports Nutritionist)

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Missed The Benefits of Water Aerobics with Me on MelloFM88?!

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Summer is over, but news is it’s not getting any cooler. If the gym and sweating doesn’t agree with you, try Water Aerobics and check out #SugaEndorsed @poolaerobics on Instagram !

1. IT IS LOW IMPACT
Beneficial for older adults/persons who do not want to put a lot of stress on the joints.
Excellent for rehabilitation
Buoyancy of water supports your weight, giving its own resistance, reducing impact on joints and the intensity of pain.

2. GREAT FOR CARDIOVASCULAR FITNESS
It still gets your heart pumping and has you breathing hard as you work out.
You still need to hydrate.

3. BUILDS CORE STRENGTH
With proper execution of Water Aerobics movement, you are forced to activate your core to keep balanced and stable above water.

4. IT IMPROVES MOBILITY & FLEXIBILITY
Some movements involve bending towards the toes, reaching upwards, stretching the back, arms etc.
If you stumble or lose your balance, the water makes for a soft landing.

5. IT CAN BR A RECOVERY WORKOUT
Helps you wind down from other workouts

***BONUS***
Di Wata Feel Nice!
Water is therapeutic and cold water can have an anti-inflammatory effect on persons with arthritis, knee issues and achey joints.

Check out @poolaerobics (Instagram) right here in Jamaica!



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Did You Miss Exercises that can naturally Increase your Testosterone with Gabby on MelloFM88?!

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For Men and Women! Especially after Menopause.

Testosterone is needed in order to boost energy, build muscle, improve sex drive or just feel better.

The following Exercises are Recommended:

1. HEAVY SQUATS
Build Lower Muscle Mass while stimulating Testosterone
Remember, Knees behind Toes!

2. DEADLIFTS
Works Core, Lower Back muscles, Glutes and Hamstrings. Increases releases of Testosterone and Growth Hormone for Muscle Growth & Strength.

3. STANDING MILITARY PRESS
Increases natural Testosterone levels, focusing on Shoulder muscles.
Ensure arms fully extended with barbell over head.

4. BENCH PRESS
Works Chest and Shoulders, 2 muscle groups heavily involved in increasing Testosterone.

5. BARBELL CURLS
Biceps! Builds Arm Muscles and of course stimulates Testosterone production. Core muscles are engaged too.

***BONUS***
If an exercise feels too easy, try adding weights.

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Happy Healthy and Holy Easter! Thanks Kushites Vegetable Cuisine!

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Enjoying my guilt-free Vegan Easter Bun with low fat Cheese Wedges. Great pairing!
My Vegan Easter Bun from Kushutes Vegetable Cuisine (Ig: @kushitesvegetablecuisine) was customized with raisins only, almond milk and olive oil along with their natural spices, spelt flour, cane juice and other natural, wholesome ingredients.

Have a great long Holiday Weekend!

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Catch Up Here For Your Get Fit Tips with Gabby Aired on Mello this Morning!

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START THE DAY RIGHT
You may not be in control of lunch or dinner, but control what you eat when you wake up!
Make it rich with Protein, Fibre and Energy.
Try a giant Green Smoothie, fruit-based Protein Shake, a Spinach Omelette or hard boiled Eggs!

STOCK UP ON HEALTHY SNACKS
The Supermarkets and Pharmacies near you may be closed.
Stock up with Fruits and Veggies. Have Fruits as a snack or make a fresh Salad.

PLAN EXERCISE WITH A LOVED ONE
Go for a Power Walk or Jog.
If it’s a group of you, play a little scrimmage, go for a swim, try morning Yoga, whatever the vibe !

DRINK A LOT OF WATER. FLAVOUR IT!
Add Cucumber and Lemon slices in your glass of water for a clean, refreshing taste. Have before each meal so that feel fuller for longer.

DON’T DEPRIVE YOURSELF, BUT SET LIMITS
Have Dark Chocolate instead of white or milk. Take note and follow serving suggestions.
Have 1-2 glasses of alcohol, preferably Wine.
Peep Monster? Love yuh Bun & Cheese? Have after you’ve filled up on veggies & protein and eat slowly! Savour each bite.

***BONUS TIP***

GET REST! SLEEP!

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Missed Me On Mello? Get Your Fit Tips Here!

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You should know or get to know your body and patterns, how you feel when you eat certain foods.

? HEADACHES
Possibly due to high Sodium and Dairy

?ACNE
Bad carbs and NOT Grease, trigger Acne, such as carb-heavy fast foods like french fries, potato chips, hamburger buns, which may lead to acne breakouts

?HIGH CHOLESTEROL
Usually a result of consuming foods with a lot of trans fat, that is, deeply fried foods.

?HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
Due to fast foods high in sodium
Watch out for canned foods too!
No need to add salt when seasoning! The mixed seasonings usually already contain salt. Read the labels.

?DEPRESSION
Processed foods and fast foods may increase your risk for depression.
           

***BONUS TIP***
?BLOOD SUGAR SPIKE
Due to empty carbs like fast foods (main culprit!), white bread, plain pastas etc.

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About Those EXERCISE MYTHS, Get Your Fit Tips Here!

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THE MORE YOU SWEAT, THE BETTER
Too much heat can be dangerous, so your body has mechanisms to cool down such as sweating and it also depends on weather conditions.

NO PAIN, NO GAIN
Not all workouts need to cause soreness to be making improvements. Soreness should not last longer than 1 week and if you feel PAIN, STOP.  You are either doing something wrong or hurting your body.

YOU CAN TARGET YOUR FAT BURN a.k.a SPOT EXERCISE
NO! Your body uses fat stores as a whole and not from one specific area

LOSING WEIGHT IS ALL ABOUT DOING A LOT OF EXERCISE & CARDIO
Losing Weight is more impacted by what you Eat. You should also balance Cardio & Resistance Training.

YOU SHOULD WORKOUT EVERYDAY
You need active rest, at least 1 day.


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Sometimes Dance Fitness a di Bes Fitness. Happy Monday!

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Carnival a come Jamaica!
Never Miss a Monday

Watch Fit Happens with Gabby take on Turn up with Tanci here:

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Did You Miss Get Fit Tips with Gabby this Am on Common Exercises Done Wrong?!

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SQUATS:

Keep the Knees behind the Toes amf back as straight as you can.
Start with a chair if you need to get the form right. You should feel as if you are just about to sit down, your toes may lift off the floor, but keep the core tight, not losing your balance, then squeeeeeze to come up

LUNGES:

Back leg should be 90° and the front leg too, but the opposite way. Keep the feet facing forward, pushing back on the heel to get back up, keeping the back straight. Do a few on 1 side then switch to the next.

AB CRUNCHES:

Keep the Elbows out! Knees together. Feel the tension by checking your lower midcore.

BICEP CURLS:

After you curl up, remember to fully extend the arm on the way down to prevent a strain. Always do in sets.

PLANK:

Keep the butt and head in line with the spine. Don’t sink the back. Don’t stick the butt up in the air. It’s not that kind of bootcamp!

*If doing an upright plank, keep the shoulders over the palms.


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