Suspicious powder mailed to CBN was bodybuilding protein

VIRGINIA BEACH

The fire department’s hazardous materials teams investigated this morning a report of an unidentified white powder mailed to the Christian Broadcasting Network.

Mail room employees discovered the substance at about 9 a.m. in a pre-addressed envelope mailed to the network’s office on Centerville Turnpike, said John Turver, vice president of marketing for the network.

Officials evacuated and closed the building as a precaution and sent a sample of the substance to a state lab in Richmond for analysis, Turver said.

Preliminary tests ruled out botulism, ricin and anthrax, and final results identified the powder as whey protein, a supplement used in bodybuilding, said Battalion Chief Tim Riley, a spokesman for the fire department.

Four employees were exposed to the powder and reported rashes, but no other symptoms, Turver said. Paramedics were monitoring the employees, who will be decontaminated and sent to the hospital for further tests, Riley said.

The network’s office remained closed this afternoon, but will likely reopen Thursday morning.

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Scales Are Bad

Scales Are Bad
Heather Frey
President and Founder
SmashFit.com

Ok. Let me clarify. Scales in and of themselves are not bad since they are just plastic and metal and they are just doing what scales do...weigh things. But what they don't do is take into account your feelings, like how hard you've been working out, and how great you've been eating, and how good you look today. They are just so insensitive.

They're just being honest you say? I disagree. They don't have the whole truth. They don't take into account your fat loss, your muscle gain, and how great you look in your jeans.

I, myself, have chosen to stay away from them. In fact I stayed off of them for almost 20 years. I even turned around at the doctors' office so I wouldn't know...even when I was pregnant. I knew those numbers weren't a true indication of my fitness and that knowing those numbers would only mess with my mind - so I abstained. But I had a relapse about eight months after I had Haylen (my 2 year old). I thought it would be fun to watch the little numbers get littler since I was already working out and I knew I was losing my baby weight (by the way my clothes fit). I had a target poundage I was shooting for and I was confident I would reach it since I was only a few numbers away. I mean, what harm could it do? And at first it was fun. Every week the numbers went down a little more, and a little more, until one day, it stopped. And it didn't budge. Week after week, same, same, SAME! I tried shifting my diet, upping my workout . . . nothing!! Meanwhile, back at the gym, friends and acquaintances where commenting, acknowledging and patting my back at my new shape. So that would make me feel good, right? But I'd go home, weigh myself and . . . %$!* SCALE! Never mind my clothes were getting looser, never mind strangers were asking me for workout tips, never mind I had to buy new clothes sizes. I allowed that scale to bully me for months. And then I stood up to it. "YOU will not control me anymore!", I said. "YOU, are a liar." And that was that.

If you have a significant amount of weight to lose, then use the scale as a guide because initially, the numbers should be going in the down direction (unless you are trying to gain weight/muscle than the numbers should be going up . . . duh). As I've mentioned before, get within 5 -10 lbs of your target weight, and discard the scale promptly.

Here are two good ways to judge your progress:

1. Try on your "little pants" or shorts, or jeans. Perhaps these are pants of yesteryear, or bought while you were on the grapefruit diet, either way they are a better indication of weight loss, or "reshapification," than the scale.

2. Feedback factor - if people are telling you that you look great, smaller, tighter, even more fabulous than you already are, believe them! Why else would they say it? Ok, some may have ulterior motives, but your friends don't. It gets hard to see your own gains after awhile and we generally aren't objective when judging our own body.

Have I gotten on the scale since then (approx . . . a year and a half ago)? I have, but only a few times to help me prepare for a competition. Emotionally, it has no hold on me anymore. But I have to tell you a very interesting story that actually surprised me. During the "blue period", while I was standing on the scale regularly, I stayed at a certain weight. Didn't budge. More than a year later, and right before my first Figure Competition, when I was the leanest and most muscular I had ever been in my life, when I stepped on the scale . . . I weighed the same as I did when I left it a year ago!

The moral of the story? Don't use the scale to measure your self-worth.

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Pre Workout and Post Workout Tips

Pre Workout and Post Workout Tips
By Julio A. Salado, NASM & NSCA C.P.T

Recovery and Regeneration- Post workout strategies to optimize the body's natural ability to process excess post oxygen consumption and the specific adaptation on imposed demands- In other words, strategies that are conducive to body fat loss and increase lean muscle mass.

2 options for pre-workout nutrition:
2 hours before cardiovascular training or strength training- eat a meal consiting of complex carbohydrates- e.g. fiber, whole wheat, vegatables and also include protein (nutrient balance is crucial)

* this increases glucose levels that can be used for our workout and essential for maximal strength- muscle endurance is more efficient when supplied with preworkout fuel. ( meal shake supplement is ok too) note the calories and adjust according to your goal.
OR
* 1 hour before workout- eat 1-2 fruits e.g bananas, apple, pear- this will spike glucose levels that can be used to begin our workout. Any nutrient dense food preferablly fruit will suffice. A list of nutrient dense foods can be found on my Nutrition Journal Log (see link below)

Post Workout nutrition - After a strength or endurance based workout that lasts more than 60 minutes it is recommended to consume a complete protein meal ( balance nutrients according to nutrition plan) This meal needs to be consumed within 90 minutes of post workout. The muscle at this time is seeking replenishment of glycogen to regenerate. Immediate supply of protein meal or meal shake will increase recovery from 30%-60%!

7 essential nutrients. for healthy living- Note the percentage of daily intake.

1. Carbohydrates - the body's main source of energy. Limit simple carbs and eat more complex carbohydrates. Daily caloric intake range 55%-60% <4 calories per gram>
2. Protein - essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
Daily caloric intake range 15%-25% <4 calories per gram>
3. Fats - our body uses it for energy and insulation. Limit saturated fats to less than 30% and unsaturated fats to less than 10% of Daily caloric intake <9 calories per gram>
4. Fiber - lowers cholesterol- promotes healthy elimination, consume both insoluble and soluble fiber. Daily intake range 20-30 grams.
5. Vitamins- catalyze body's chemical reaction
6. Minerals- regulates body process
7. Water- regulates body temperature, best liquid for hydration unless workout exceed 90 minutes then sports drink with electrolytes.

Information on 3 under-reported nutrients:

Water- We must stay well hydrated this enables the body's natural functions to occur quickly and efficiently. Energy metabolism and drinking plenty of water will promote a increase in our metabolic rate and help with feelings of satiation. A minimuim intake is to drink 1 ounce of water for every 2 pounds of body weight.

Fiber- Regulates metabolism and digestiion- we need this nutrient for efficient absorption and elimination. Also helps to prevent heart disease and certain cancer.

Omega-3 : Essential fatty acids are important building blocks of our cell membranes, and neurological systems. They play a critical role in many functions in the body and are essential for good health including our cardiovascular, heart, inflammation of muscles and homeostasis (complete body balance)

Sample of list of foods that promotes cardiovascular, nervous and digestive system efficiency (liver, intestines, kidneys,heart etc)

• Yogurt, Banana, Pear , Peach Grapes, Orange , Berries
• Watermelon, Raisins, Carrots, Celery, Broccoli,
• Granola , Salmon, Tuna, Soy , Beans, Mushroom,
• Garlic, Artichokes, Beets, Honey, Tomato
• Green or red peppers, 100% Whole wheat, Oatmeal
• Pure bran muffins, Spinach, Sweet potato , Broth-based vegetable soup
• Skim and low-fat milk, Soy Milk, Rice Milk

Without a structured balanced nutrition program we can barely be meeting the body's transformation requirement to see any results. Nutrition in combination with a strength and conditioning program is the most effective way to turn your body into a fat burning machine. It is the most productive form of exercise for functional daily life activities and overall health.

There are no secrets when training with me, I will give you 110% in all aspects of your training program

Author:

Julio A. Salado, NASM & NSCA C.P.T.
Founder - Fitness Foundry designed for healthy living©.
email: juliosalado@fitnessfoundry.net
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