The Heat Is On
Running is a tough enough sport without having to battle the tropical humidity and heat of Miami. How can a runner prepare and go into battle well armed for the hot humid days ahead? There are some smart ways to minimize the harsh effects of the heat: Hydration. Miami has one of hottest and humid climates which mean fluid loss for athletes. Runners should continually hydrate during the week in preparation for their long runs. As a rule of thumb you should drink one half your bodyweight in ounces daily. That means 75 ounces for a 150 lb. person. If you are a coffee, tea or soda drinker add...
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Dr Joe’s Comments on Nutrition and Wellness First of all when it comes to nutrition it is not what you eat but what your body actually absorbs. This is important because many cheaper products do not even break down in your stomach and intestines and they get passed out when you go to the bathroom. If they are a high quality product, which can be broken down by your body, and your cells are in a stressed/ fight or flight state the cells cannot absorb the nutrients. This is one of the many reasons to get adjusted regularly. People very often ask me about different nutritional products that I...
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