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Register of Exercise Professionals ..... Professionalising Your Industry Quarterly Magazine - Winter 2014
Natural Treatments Even the Pros Rate Success Stories Talise Fitness
Music Members Enhances in Focus Performance Jean Schutte & Fiona Hanel Managers in Focus Tim Dorrington Get DNA-Fit & Francesca Carlson
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...Juststronger for you 2 REPs Nov 2014 2014 is almost over and I can’t think of a better nor more exciting way to bring it to a close than with the FIT REPs AWARDS on December 12th. The first event of its kind in the UAE, we are proud to recognise and award those Fitness Professionals and Industry Specialists who walk- the-talk and strive to develop the industry that we are all so passionate about. This gala is not only an accolade to our winners but also an elegant networking evening that brings together diverse members of the fitness industry in the belief that afterall ‘together we are better’. SPEAKS In this issue we have allocated two pages to the FIT AWARDS, announcing the finalists of our carefully selected 15 categories, giving you more information on how you can vote and how to purchase your attendance ticket. The entire REPs team will be there and we look forward to welcoming you to what we are confident will be an unforgettable night. In addition, this final issue of the year is packed with interesting and educational articles, inspirational trainers and managers sharing their stories of progress. We also feature a monthly uplifting transformation story to get everyone motivated in order to make positive changes in the New Year. Our aspiration for 2015 is to connect further and to invite you to consider this quarterly publication the ideal conduit for you to share your articles, fitness progress testimonials and use this medium as a means to elevate your own personal brand in whatever fitness sphere you operate in. As we reach the end of the year and see fresh horizons ahead, I leave you with these words to reflect on… Yours in vitality and wellness
Make each day your masterpiece. Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail. The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.”
Nov 2014 REPs 3 CONTENTS November 2014 14 Members in Focus Meet personal trainer Jean Schutte and Fiona Hanel, CrossFit enthusiast, and see what they do to ‘up the ante’ on their fitness regimes. 18 Managers in Focus Meet Francesca Carlson and Tim Dorrington, Gym and Club Business Managers who explain how the fitness industry in the UAE is rapidly evolving to more professional levels.
22 Get DNA-FIT with the Wellness 30 Darker Side of Fitness Brothers Overcome the spectre of over- training by considering how Read how Biochemical Individuality excessive exercise can negatively by world-renowned biochemist impact your vitality. Meet a self- Dr. Roger Williams explains how confessed recovering exercise addict knowledge of one’s DNA profile can who shares her story of redemption enhance wellness, tackle disease and with REPs UAE. boost performance. 24 Total Body Transformations – 34 Fitness Focus Success Stories Over time, fitness pro’s may wish to revisit their career options. Meet Celebrate how Rasha Khalil lost 98 Amanda Brewer and Grant Goes who kilos in four years with the help of explain how they have each taken Halem Buyante, personal trainer at fresh paths to evolve to greater Talise Fitness. professional milestones. 38 Dietary Challenges – Food Intolerances, Allergies and Inflammation With food intolerances on the rise, eating a ‘clean’ diet has never been more important. 42 Music Enhances Performance Shakespeare said, “If music be the food of love, play on.” Listen in on how music has a similarly uplifting impact on athletic performance. 46 The Hormone Diet Discover ways to optimise your weight loss journey by including foods rich in beneficial hormones. 50 The Natural Treatments Even the Pros Rate Alternative medicine therapies are becoming mainstream and are being endorsed by health experts as well as the public.
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Nov 2014 REPs 5 The FIT Awards 2014 WHAT IS IT? THE EVENT The FIT AWARDS 2014, organised in partnership by Godolphin Ballroom, Jumeirah Emirates Towers Sport 360, REPs UAE and Fitness Link, is an initiative to The evening will commence at 7pm with a cocktail recognise excellence and achievements across the UAE reception followed by a three course dinner and awards’ health and fitness industry. ceremony. Following the awards’ ceremony the after party will continue late into the night. OUR OBJECTIVES? TICKET PRICES Our objective is to reward and appreciate those who are Standard Ticket: Dhs 500 per person, united in their commitment to exceptional leadership, Table of 10 Dhs4,850 client support, motivation and inspiration. VIP Ticket: Dhs 700 per person, WHO ARE THE JUDGES? Table of 10 Dhs 6,800 The judges identities will be kept confidential until the REPS MEMBERS RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT awards night, however each finalist will go through a rigorous judging process which involves more than 15 For ticket reservations please contact highly professional and experienced industry leaders which Karalynn Thomson – Marketing & Events Manager will be fully overseen by Deloitte and Touche. Public voting T: +971 4 395 8833 M: +971 52 908 6569 will account for 20% of the overall score. E: [email protected] STUDIO OF THE YEAR FACILITY OF THE YEAR HEALTH SPECIALIST OF THE YEAR • Bodytree Studio (1,001+ MEMBERS) • Dr. Anna Zickerman, • Exhale Fitness Studio • Fitness 360-Arabian Centre UPANDRUNNING Integrated Sports • Fitness First Xfit–Knowledge Village • Fitness 360- Mazaya Centre Medicine Centre • Real Pilates • Fitness First- Mirdiff City Centre • Ian Houghton, Scandanavian Health & LADIES ONLY FACILITY • Talise- Jumeirah Beach Hotel Performance • The Hundred Wellness Center • Lii Schacht, EMD Fitness • Exhale Fitness Studio • Matt Coe, Olympic Playground • Fitness 360–J3 Mall FITNESS MANAGER OF THE YEAR • Fitness First–Al Seef, Abu Dhabi • Andy Meech, Dubai Golf TEACHER/ COACH OF THE YEAR • In Shape Ladies Fitness Club • Elaine Coronel Superio, Sharjah Ladies • Bogdan Nicolae Uruci, Dubai Olympic PROGRAMME OF THE YEAR Club Gymnastics Club • Ella Walford, Gold’s Gym • Heba Abdel Gawad, Creative Movement • Duplays – SEHA Corporate Wellness • Mel Moyo, Fitness First • Liz Terry, Satya Flow Yoga Program • Steven Gillespie, Fitness First • Omar Al Duri, Platform 3 Fitness • Ignites’ Military Style Bootcamp • Tim Dorrington, Talise Fitness, • Paul Thornley, REAL Pilates • Reebok CrossFit LifeSpark – Crossfit Jumeirah Beach Hotel • Rica Rodriguez, Fitness 360 Program • SMART Fitness– Blueprint EMIRATI FITNESS PROFESSIONAL OF GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR OF THE • SMART Fitness – Figure of 8 THE YEAR YEAR (PRE-CHOREOGRAPHED) • The Body Challenge • Manal Abdulla Rashid, Sharjah Ladies • Alexander Skripnikov, Gold’s Gym • Urban Energy Reebok Run Club Club • Divine Masinsin, Fitness 360 FITNESS EVENT OF THE YEAR • Niveen Kaddas Al Remeithi, Freelance • Glen Stollery, Tribe Fit • Tariq Adel Al Kamil, Opportunity • Mary Win Evangelista, Fitness 180 at • Al Ain Rotanna Walkathon Through Sport Sharjah Ladies Club • Dubai Fitness Championship • Hania Kuleib, Inspire Sports • Ravenano Morato, Gold’s Gym • Sharjah Ladies Run Management • Rica Rodriguez, Fitness 360 • The Color Run • The Wadi Adventure Race GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR OF THE • The Weight Loss Show YEAR (FREESTYLE) HEALTH & FITNESS INITIATIVE OF • Amy Saunders, Urban Energy THE YEAR • Meline Margaryan, Gold’s Gym • Rodante Macawile, Gold’s Gym • Duplay’s Yasalam Get Driver Fit • Slavica Tolic, Exhale Body Fitness • The Sameness Project – We’ve got your back, stretches for Taxi Drivers PERSONAL TRAINER OF THE YEAR • Train YAS • Aaron Agnew, SMART Fitness • U-Concept’s Reaching U • Amy Saunders, Urban Energy • Urban Energy’s Urban Mums • Anna Holmes, SMART Fitness FACILITY OF THE YEAR (1,000 MEMBERS) • Charlotte Mathers, SMART Fitness • Inger Houghton, Scandanavian Health • Fit Lab at Emirates Golf Club & Performance • Fitness 360- International City • Jarred Lowson, SMART Fitness • Fitness First Knowledge Village • Jennifer Chalouhi, Optimal Fitness • Reebok CrossFit Life Spark • Malin Terese Blomdahl Lenner, • Scandanavian Health and Warehouse Gym/ Game Changer Performance JLT Performance • SMART Fitness • Ross Gilmour, Warehouse Gym/ Game Changer Performance • Sunjay Vyas, Optimal Fitness NOW AVAILABLE IN UAE For more info contact +971505067843 or email [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Bfiit?fref=ts
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As Star Trac continues to expand into the Middle East market, In recent months this approach seems to have been echoed by we take a look at the world’s leading fitness equipment supplier, continued success in the global market, with key recognised how over the last 3 years the business has changed and how the brands supporting Star Trac’s vision. relationship between Star Trac and the original leading Indoor Cycling programme Spinning® continues to grow. With renewed In the US markets, leaders such as UFC Gyms, LA Fitness and focus within the U.A E how does this lead to the development of Crunch, have significantly increased their purchasing from REPS’s within the industry? Star Trac.
Star Trac has been a key component in the development of many International brands such as Fitness First have just trends and equipment innovation that are now accepted as announced a three year global agreement throughout the standard within the industry. However, with over 25 years in the UK, Asia and Australia for the provision of its market leading market the company’s journey has experienced some challenges. Spinner® bikes. Fitness First will also be a Star Trac partner for a variety of new products and will provide extensive Up until five years ago Star Trac was recognised as one of the feedback to assist Star Trac’s product team in current and fastest growing suppliers in the industry. With a vastly growing future development. product portfolio the company was literally growing from strength to strength. However, Star Trac was hit hard by investing heavily in Other key global fitness brands have also recognised the trend growth strategy at a time when the global economy was seeing a and changes within the company. reverse trend. Star Trac has been named ‘Vendor of the Year’ in the However, it would appear that fate and timing has worked well for equipment category by Gold’s Gym.The award is voted on by this US company’s destiny. It was in June 2010 that manufacturing members of the Gold’s Gym Franchise Association and the entrepreneur Michael Bruno stepped in. With key vision and Gold’s Gym corporate team based on their overall satisfaction insatiable drive, the company has been completely overhauled with the company and their likelihood to recommend the and is now quietly stepping from the shadows to relive the growth vendor for future purchases. it was denied in the past. It appears that it is not only within the direct fitness sector The first two years saw complete focus on transitioning its that Star Trac is making animpression. Having been recently manufacturing to Michael’s own factory Land America, using the awarded approved global supplier for fitness equipment for opportunity to improve on design, quality and setting itself for the the Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, Asia future. This alongside increased operational efficiencies and key Pacific’s leading luxury hotel group. development nt in corporate resources has allowed the remaining years to see Star Trac rise as a formidable supplier to all sectors “The Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd.’s Sales of the industry. and Supply Agreement has an industry reputation of being one of the toughest approval processes for an approved vendor It would appear that the company’s focus on customer status,” explains Brian Dorairajah, Star Trac’s Hospitality relationships and delivering user focused products has allowed Manager – Asia. “I am extremely happy to be able to partner it to provide the solutions for growth and success that many with such a prestigious hotel brand to introduce customised, operators have been looking for. high quality fitness solutions across all Shangri-La properties.”
©2014 Star Trac. All rights reserved. Star Trac and the Star Trac logo are registered trademarks of Core Industries. SPIN®, Spinning®, Spinner®, the Spinning® logo and eSpinner® are registered trademarks of Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. THE EDUCATION PROVIDER A GREATER PRESENCE IN THE UAE Star Trac, who manufacture the commercial Spinner® bikes It would appear that Star Trac is continuing its focus on customer for Mad Dogg Athletics Inc is also strongly involved within the relations within the Middle East. Late last year its new Middle development of education. The Spinning® name has become Eastern Account Manager Omar Lamrabet was employed in the synonymous with millions of members, in thousands of clubs new corporate satellite office within Dubai. around the world. As a result in the last month there have been visible positive moves As a leading brand the use of the Spinning® registered trademark including the appointment of a new distribution partner Trinity is only actually able to be used when the Star Trac product is used Health Tech FZC. An experienced supplier of Star Trac within other alongside the certified education of the instructors. The history International markets it is bringing its wealth of knowledge and of the programme is steeped in passion with educated masses of support for all levels of customer. instructors trained in the gold standard systematic certification programme across the globe. With a Dubai based Spinning® and Star Trac Master Instructor, Rose O’Donovan, who is keen to assist those with the opportunity It provides those qualified with 16 REPS points for the full of attaining and developing further REP’s accreditation. It is almost certification programme, plus an extensive Continuing Education a certainty that the presence of this provider will be forefront in the line providing 2-8 REPS points. future of the development of this market.
STAR TRAC SOLUTIONS ACADEMY For more information on Star Trac and the Spinning® programme Star Trac also offers a range of other education solutions to please contact OmarLamrabet: [email protected] or +971 complement the product range including the BoxMaster® education 56 16 12 711 and HumanSport® workshop both of which are REPS accredited.
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Nov 2014 REPs 13 Members in
Jean Schutte & Fiona Hanel
Two vibrant REPs registered personal trainers from the region share the exercise tips they believe in.
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can be tracked and modifications can be made. I have a Jean Schutte, detailed ‘fitness journey’ mapped out for each client where we have specific milestone markers along the way which are Personal Trainer, Regime Fitness. instrumental in achieving the desired end result. This way I can track their progress and make the necessary adjustments. What I love… This is also a great way to identify whether a client is sticking Running, rolling, jumping, catching, hitting, bouncing–I to a specific cycle of training or eating protocol. love being active and have been ever since I can remember. Growing up was all about participating in as many sports Sometimes we adapt… as I could. I started excelling at a few of them which led Clients never always turn up feeling fresh and raring to go, to scholarships and that’s when my interest in athletic therefore you can’t just smash them all the time. You have to development really peaked. adapt to how your client feels and reacts to the training on that specific day, unless, of course, they are hung-over then a I was hooked for life… hurt locker session gets unleashed on them! My clients strive Seeing my own physical progress due to specific training for progress not perfection. principles got me further addicted to exercise. It didn’t take long before I started enquiring about further education in Consistency is key… sport and exercise science. Various courses later, a few stints There are so many ‘fitness revolutions’ introduced every year, in New Zealand and the UK, have given me the opportunity being hailed as the miracle cure for fat loss but they hardly to expand and learn from the best out there. ever work. I believe you should try everything, just give it a go, but if something promises you maximum results with The fitness industry is evolving… minimum effort then you are wasting your time. Discipline, Living overseas has exposed me to many different fitness dedication and consistency is what works. methods and ways of thinking that have led my training to be of a more hybrid approach. I apply various training methods but tend to utilise a high intensity, ‘progressive workload’ approach. The fitness industry, along with my training methods, is rapidly growing, which is exciting as there are always new things to learn and fresh skills to acquire. My heroes… I’m currently pursuing further education in Sport Supplement Science as I’m planning to specialise in this field. There are many amazing, forward thinking minds out there when it comes to this field. My current favourites are Charles Poliquin, Nick Mitchell and Layne Norton.
Charles Poliquin Nick Mitchell Layne Norton
Inspiring new clients… When a new enquiry comes in, I have an open and upfront screening process that gets the trainer-client relationship started. An initial meet and greet can take up to two hours. Establishing an honest and open rapport right from the get-go ensures a long lasting working relationship. Clients are given a one week food diary, lifestyle habit, exercise history, medical questionnaire etc. to complete. I then take a client through various movement and postural assessments so I can identify any muscle imbalances and/or structural implications he or she might have. We monitor our clients… We also do various fitness and body composition tests. These initial assessments are important so that when they are six to eight weeks into their program, progression
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Blessed to have loyal clients My trio My clientele has been good to me and stayed with me since A calorie controlled diet works. Hitting your right macro the beginning when I moved to Dubai three years ago. I rarely values consistently leads to sustainable weight loss. Not have the space to take on new clients but when I do, I won’t 1 everyone reacts the same to certain protein, carb and commit to less than six to eight months. I wake up everyday fat values. You have to play around with the numbers until and go to work just like nine to five people do. It’s my bread you feel your body is dropping fat then bang. You got your and butter or rather my ‘chicken breasts and broccoli’ because values and now you stick to it…. I don’t eat gluten products at all. I do high-intensity interval training (HIIT) three times a week. I also do full body weighted sessions three My mantra for my clients… 2 times a week. Don’t be shy of the heavy stuff, keep My clients know and respect that I rarely let them down. This moving with short rest periods, then get in and smash it. keeps my cancellations very low and my client retention My advice to someone looking to lose weight is to first rates are high. I believe in hard progressive workloads over a of all identify the reason for the weight gain, creating prolonged period of time. It’s a formula that has worked for 3 an awareness of the cause is a must. me personally and my clients. Nutrition is paramount to any successful transformation. What’s in my fridge If it’s progression you’re looking for then nutrition is the Chicken breast, extra lean beef mince, cod, hammour, lots dominant factor. You cannot out train properly with a yo-yo of spinach and broccoli, blue berries and raspberries. I’m diet, adhering to specific nutritional guidelines is key to my not a foody as such; for me food is fuel, fuel to get me from personal training. Being a mobile Personal Trainer, I’m forced meal to meal and to power through my workouts. to make the most of the facilities available to me and not all the gyms I train in have the desired equipment or space. Supplements? As clients progress, I introduce various fitness equipment I believe in my supplements and pop them like clock-work. into their regime. This external stimulus forces the body to Upon waking, I take two scoops of Amino Energy Optimum keep adapting -not just keeping the body guessing but also Nutrition. With Breakfast, I take Omega supplements and stimulating the clients psyche. Vitamins D and C tablets. Pre Workout, I eat C4 Extreme Cellucor and M5 Reloaded Cellucor. Intra workout I need Not always hunky dory Extend Scivation. Immediately post workout, I simply can’t Of course being self employed means you’re not quite do without my M5 Reloaded Cellucor. Around 20-40 minutes guaranteed a set monthly salary. Forward financial planning post workout I take two scoops of ISO 100 Protein Dymatize. is very important for me; so keeping records of monthly Before going to sleep, I pop another Vitamin D and C tablet sessions and income gives me an indication of how many along with Casein Protein Dymatize and ZMA formula. months I need to target for training and what months I can When I need to bulk up, I usually add two servings of Pro sneak away for some rest and relaxation. The guys at Regime Complex Gainer from Optimum Nutrition, and when I need Fitness have an amazing setup and really look after their to cut down on weight, I take CLA and L-carnitine. Personal Trainers well.
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When a client loses track Fiona Hanel, If someone is going astray and needs help I suggest keeping Freelance group fitness and Cross Fit coach. a diary of what they have been consuming. If people are losing motivation I have been known to use lots of tactics to My life before keep their encouragement and self-belief up, from helping In a previous life, I used to be a primary school teacher. I them to break the workout up in their head to manageable taught fitness classes freelance in the evening. I knew it was chunks, counting them down, giving time frames so people time to switch when I spent more time thinking about what can see an end goal, or simply doing whatever it takes to get tracks I would teach or what playlist I would do than teaching them through. kids at school. I was literally counting the hours to get out and do the bit of my job that I loved. I knew then it was time My weakness… I occasionally treat myself to peanut or to do this fulltime. I have never looked back ever since. nut butter. Learning is key Supplements? I constantly look for courses to up-skill myself and learn I take a protein shake, BCAAS, and glutamine to assist with about new ways of training. Most recently I did an Olympic muscle recovery post work out. lifting course and am looking forward to doing a kettle-bell one next month. Recipe i’d like to share Protein balls Ingredients My clients vis-a-vis me • 1 mashed banana I talk to them to find out what they like, dislike and what • Half a jar of nut butter their goals are. The fact is that I love what I do, that way I • 4 scoops of chocolate protein powder hope the members coming to my classes feel that enjoyment • 4 tea spoons of milled flax seed and also enjoy their training. I never give up. So my clients Mix it all up. Roll into balls and coat in chia seeds or raw don’t get the option to abandon their fitness routine either. oats and freeze for at least two hours. Defrost and enjoy. ■ The mantra i live by “The fact is that I love what I do, that way I hope the A car won’t run without the right fuel. In the same way your members coming to my classes feel that enjoyment and body won’t perform unless you fuel it. To feel good you need to nourish from the inside. I enjoy (HIIT) and it keeps also enjoy their training. I never give up. So my clients don’t me in top shape. get the option to abandon their fitness routine either.”
Nov 2014 REPs 17 TwoManagers top pros from the fitness industry tell us how it is. Tim Dorrington General Manager, Talise Fitness, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai. In what ways has the role of the club manager evolved since you entered the industry? It used to revolve around ensuring that the general administrative, scheduling and day to day operations were running smoothly. Nowadays however and especially in my current role, it involves looking at the ‘bigger picture’ in a more strategic manner, specifically: • Driving profitability of the club via membership sales, PT, events and activities. • Improving member experiences and helping them to achieve their aspirations via colleague engagement, daily interaction and improved services and facilities. • Supporting and enhancing colleague growth via training, recognition and daily support. In general industry terms, it’s always a challenge to keep up with the ever changing trends, as we constantly need to adapt and evolve our facilities and services to ensure that we are aligned with the latest industry innovations. As challenging as managing a team at your gym is, how important is managing your own fitness for you? For me it’s essential. Not only does it set a good example to my team and our Club members, it also helps to keep me mentally switched-on and productive throughout the day. In addition, it allows me to monitor our facilities on a daily basis, which keeps me connected with the experience that our members have whilst using the facilities. We often see Managers here who don’t ‘walk the talk’ and don’t look as fit as the lifestyle they promote. How true is this? I think the fitness industry is the same as any other industry in that if you are selling or promoting something, whether it be health, fitness, beauty, hair or skin products then there is ‘Originally from England, Tim, 33, moved to Dubai an expectation from the customer that you are a reflection of in 2004 after gaining a BSc Honors Degree in Leisure what you are selling or promoting. Here at Talise Fitness we are selling and promoting a Management and Sports and Exercise Sciences. He healthy lifestyle and as such it’s important that from the has worked in various roles within the fitness receptionist to the Personal Trainers’ and right upto the Management, are encouraged to reflect the industry that we industry, starting at the Jumeirah Beach Club as are promoting. This starts with our recruitment platform a Personal Trainer, moving to Jumeirah Living, where we have specific success criteria whereby we ensure Jumeirah Emirates Towers and now Jumeirah Beach that the colleagues we recruit can accurately represent our brand concept. Hotel where he is the General Manager of Talise.’ Describe a typical day’s workout for you? On average I do nine-ten workouts per week spread over five to six days, depending on my schedule. This typically involves
18 REPs Nov 2014 Managers in Focus in a thirty minute HIIT cardio sessionFocus in the morning before I start work (three times weekly) and then a 60-minute resistance training session in the afternoon (five times weekly). When I can I will also try and fit in an RPM class during the weekends. With a growing surge of group fitness classes here, is there any one in particular that you endorse? Why? Over the summer I started doing the Les Mills GRIT classes, which really added variety to my workouts and helped me to achieve my goals. They are short (30 minutes), intense and simple sessions and really help set you up for the day. The format of the class makes it great for people who don’t necessarily have a lot of time. List the challenges you face in evolving your club’s brand in a competitive environment? We are in the process of making the transition from a hotel only fitness brand to a slightly more commercial business model. As we continue to standardise our operations across our four Talise Fitness Clubs here in Dubai (Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah Emirates Towers and Burj Al Arab), we learn new things all the time and are constantly adapting in order to appeal to the market and stay in line with the industry trends. The great thing about the fitness industry is that it’s growing all the time and is very competitive; however this competitiveness is a great thing for the people in Dubai as it pushes not only us, but all other clubs to perform better and improve our offering to our members. What managerial skill has proved the most useful when dealing with a difficult member of your team? I have always found it beneficial to treat each situation based on its own merit. I do not believe there is a single golden rule when dealing with staff issues and the ability to tailor your approach both to the person concerned and the situation in front of you normally allows you to resolve the issue. In addition, after working my way through various roles throughout my career, my background allows me to relate to all of the staff that works in my team, as at one point in my career I have been in their position and am therefore able to understand the issue and work with them to resolve it. What nutrition regime do you follow? Is there a diet in particular that you espouse? Located in one of Dubai’s finest luxury hotels, Talise For me personally, I do not believe in ‘dieting’ as such, more Fitness at Jumeirah Beach Hotel is an inspiring health club in eating healthily whenever possible. My nutrition regime in dedicated to meeting all your fitness requirements whilst general consists of high protein, low carb and low fat meals making your training experience as fun and effective as and I try to avoid any form of carbohydrates in my evening possible. Covering over 18,000 square metres of space, meal. Removing carbs in the evenings really helped me to Talise Fitness offers some of the latest equipment and gym change my body shape. In terms of supplementation I have technology, including a brand new state of the art Outdoor two protein shakes throughout the day, one with breakfast Functional Training Zone. and one after my afternoon weights session. I have also cut TO LEARN MORE, call 04 4068800 out all soft drinks and try to drink as much water as possible. Email [email protected]
Nov 2014 REPs 19 Managers in Focus Francesca Carlson Manager of Optimal Fitness, Dubai. In what ways has the role of the club manager evolved since you entered the industry? As the manager of a privately owned gym, my job often goes beyond what someone might consider the usual responsibilities for a club manager. Since I became manager, my role has evolved into a mixture of human resources, customer service, and problem-solving. I have been at OptimalFITNESS since the beginning of my career so I can’t speak for someone who has been part of a larger commercial gym. As challenging as managing a team at your gym is, how important is managing your own fitness for you? My personal fitness regimen is the most important part of my day. I train two to three hours, five days a week. I am a sponsored athlete and aerial performer, so I have to focus a lot of energy and commit a few hours of my day to my own athletic pursuits. It can be challenging to find time to train, so I split my work day up to ensure that I can always get my workouts in. We often see managers here who don’t ‘walk the talk’ and don’t look as fit as the lifestyle they promote. How true is this for you? I can’t speak for everyone, but I believe it is important to train and remain knowledgeable about training and nutrition. If you manage a gym you will face fitness related questions every day, I personally believe you should be able to provide your members with an answer. I also think the staff of a gym should promote the healthy lifestyles they encourage by being role models to their clients.
“I am a sponsored athlete and aerial performer, so I have to focus a lot of energy and commit a few hours of my day to my own athletic pursuits. “
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“I’m allergic to almost everything… no dairy, no gluten, no nuts, no garlic. So eating ‘healthy’ for me is pretty easy as I stick to ‘clean’ foods only. That being said I do believe in certain ‘fad’ diets!”
Describe a typical day’s workout for you? In a nutshell, one and a half hours of either a gym session or aerial training (hoop, net or pole), followed by another hour of conditioning work and contortionism training. With a growing surge of group fitness classes here, is there any one in particular that you endorse? Why? Of course! I’m all for the aerial arts. Polefitness in particular is a great skill to develop, strength, grace and flexibility. List the challenges you face in evolving your club’s brand in a competitive environment? I think the key there is not to be overly competitive; we’re all in the same industry. I believe in working with people not against them. Francesca is 27 years old and has been at What managerial skill has proved the most OptimalFITNESS for three years. She started useful when dealing with a difficult member of your team? as a freelance personal trainer and worked Well you pose a difficult question; I don’t have any difficult people in my team… her way up to running both the gym and the What nutrition regime do you follow? Is there diet in particular that you espouse? café. She is also an aerial artist, with a special Unfortunately, I’m allergic to almost everything… interest in pole fitness, aerial hoop and net. no dairy, no gluten, no nuts, no garlic. So eating ‘healthy’ for me is pretty easy as I stick to ‘clean’ foods only. That being said I do believe in certain ‘fad’ diets! ■
Nov 2014 REPs 21 GetDNA-Fit
n 1956, world-renowned biochemist, Dr. Roger Williams published his book – Biochemical Individuality. In it he put forward the idea that individuality pervades every part of the human body. In many respects, it was thinking like his that laid a foundation for explaining things, like why low fat diets cause some people to gain weight, and why some people get cancer from certain eating habits, iwhile others don’t. His work also inspired the search for methods of identifying people’s differences. The goal of these was ultimately to formulate more specific interventions to enhance health, tackle disease, and boost performance. The Metabolic Typing Diet One of the academics who did a good job of that was William L. Wolcott. In 2000, he published a book called The Metabolic Typing Diet. In it he consolidated the ideas of Dr. Williams and went on to define, what he considered Ryan and Sean, The Wellness Brothers being, a comprehensive and dynamic system of precisely identifying personal dietary needs. At that time, what Wolcott produced was regarded as the ‘next wave’ in nutritional science. In principle, I like what Wolcott did by emphasising the importance of differentiating people’s specific nutritional requirements. In the same breath, though, I do think the accuracy of his method has been overstated. The good news is that, fifteen years on from Metabolic Typing, science and technology have provided us with a verifiably more accurate assessment method, namely, gene testing. Gene testing Following on the discoveries from the ‘Human Genome Project’, in which researches identified and mapped the approximately 25,000 genes that make up the entire human DNA code, research continues into the relationship between genes and lifestyle. Newer findings and cutting- edge molecular technologies have made it possible to provide individuals with important information about their genetic make-up. In summary – advances in gene testing have made the powerful principle of personalisation much more meaningful due to the precision of the method and the practical nature of the interventions that can be made. What this basically means for people, like you, me, and our clients, is a significant reduction in guess work in the process of finding the diet, exercise, or supplement plan that best fits. Lifestyle and genes A helpful explanation as to how this all works was offered by Yael Joffe, a registered dietician and co-author of a book on diet, lifestyle, and genes. The way Yael describes it is like this. “There are about three billion letters in your DNA code and in certain portions of the population a ‘spelling change’ occurs. This can change the code for a specific amino
22 REPs Nov 2014 Get DNA-Fit acid in the body, which can subsequently change a protein and the way it functions. These spelling changes are not all bad, but they can have an impact on hormone and enzyme function. This is what can affect a person’s response to food or exercise.” The small ‘spelling change’ that Yael describes is known as a ‘Single Nucleotide Polymorphism’ (SNP). These are what make us different and change the way we respond to different elements. As such, once a person’s SNPs have been identified, their specific DNA can be interpreted and translated into suitable diet, exercise, or supplement interventions. For all the complexity it’s actually quite straightforward. In saying all that, it is right for me to acknowledge that gene testing is still a relatively new thing. However, I think you’d have to be intentionally blind not to see its potential for a field like ours. Consider, as an example, one of the four DNA profiles Sean and I work with; the one I have in mind is the DNA-Fit. The DNA-fit The DNA-Fit considers a total of 22 genes, 13 of which identify power and endurance potential. These particular genes are known to influence physiological factors, such as vascular control, muscle fibre composition, strength, cardiac output, muscle metabolism, and adaptability to training regimes. The other 9 markers that make up this test are used to determine recovery potential and risk of injury. The tendon pathology component of the test, for example, examines three genetic variations involved in the structural integrity of soft tissues in the body and implicates predispositions to tendon injuries. Ligament, cartilage and bone pathology are also included. According to Ian Craig, an exercise physiologist and nutritional therapist, who actually helped develop and pilot DNA-Fit, the challenge for coaches and sports science practitioners is that, even though they may be well acquainted with the scientific theories around fitness, they don’t always know precisely how to apply them to suit individual needs and genetic differences. This is where a test, like the DNA-Fit, comes into its own. By enabling health and fitness professionals to dig deeply and accurately into the details of their client’s make-up, they can bypass a lot of the trial and error and get right into properly personalising training for maximal performance and recovery. It truly is an exciting prospect. All we need is a swab from the inside of the cheek To wrap up, I think we can agree that the principle of finding the right program for the right person is helpful but not new. People, like Dr. Roger Williams and William Wolcott were on that page well before we got there. The difference between us and them comes in the form of our modern-day advantage. New technology and updated scientific research is what enables us to dig deeper and more precisely into individuality than ever before. An added bonus to that is the ease of access we have to the technology and information. All we actually need is a swab from the inside of the cheek which can be sent off to the properly equipped lab. From there, it’s a matter of waiting for the comprehensive report for guidance in designing the kinds of eating, movement, and supplement plans that line up with genetic and biochemical individuality. I think that gene testing gives us a glimpse of the future of health and fitness. We may as well make the most of it early on. Ryan Penny The Wellness Brothers www.thewellnessbrothers.com ■
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Rasha Khalil lost an outstanding 98kgs in four years…too good to be true? Not really, and we tell you how. Devleena Chatterjee recounts this inspiring weight loss journey characterised by a mixture of blood, sweat and tears….
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Rasha before Rasha after
My name is When it all started… Rasha. I once Strength comes from dealing with loss. The same weighed can be said about my transition. Four years ago, I “Every adversity, 178Kgs – received a phone call. The caller was unforgiving, hurtful and determined to inflict pain on me. every failure, every this was my Needless to say, that definitely happened. But ‘weakness.’ my reaction surprised everyone. I wasn’t going Today I weigh to tolerate any further abuse. I deserved respect, heartache carries with both as a woman and as an individual. 80kgs. I never was confrontational so within seconds I have lost a of ending the call and for the first time ever I it the seed of an equal staggering knew exactly what to do. I also knew there was no turning back after that. I had to be strong. At the 98Kgs time strength was my only weapon I had. or greater benefit. in total. My I knew i had to so something, but what? journey was I promised myself triggered by a In that exact moment, I composed a text message, what I felt would be my first show of strength. text message I compiled a list of people I would include who to look at my life that gave me I deemed necessary to receive this covert text. a new sense That’s it! I pressed send. There’s no turning back. of direction. I As soon as I did so, I felt empowered… a gush with new self- realised that of energy overwhelmed me. A cloud lifted and I was… free. holding on worth. I deserved to losses had My strength and self-belief carried consumed me. I me through… to live my life guilt obviously had I promised myself to look at my life with new eating issues. self-worth. I deserved to live my life guilt free, I Letting go of deserved to be where I am, and I deserved to be free, I deserved to loved by my husband and my children. my fears and Four years on to the present day, I have insecurities managed to build strength upon strength from be where I am, and forced me to my biggest losses. With 98kgs of weight lost find myself and since that first text sent, I feel like a new person. I deserved to be with it came I no longer walk in the shadow of the past. I cut out everything negative in my life be it people the strong, or thoughts and with new found determination, loved by my husband confident I found endless possibilities to build on my woman that I confidence. Where did I get my strength from? am today. My family was a huge source of strength for me. and my children.” Nov 2014 REPs 25 Total Body Transformation
The man who made it possible… The trainer, Halem says… I have been training Rasha for almost a year now. Before Rasha came to me she had already lost a huge amount of weight but she wanted to keep pushing and lose more in order to achieve her ultimate goal. I remember when we first sat down and talked about what she would like to achieve from her training and I could see how serious and determined she was to lose the excess weight and to achieve the body she desired. How does rasha train? She works hard and trains in the gym twice a day– morning and evening. You will often find her on the Stepper and we sometimes catch her making a few dance moves whilst at it! During our initial discussions, Rasha felt that she was at a plateau stage of her weight loss goal and this formed the basis of our training programme. What did we do different? • Since meeting Rasha we have been training three times per week. One of the main focus’s was to switch things up a little and change the style and intensity of her workouts in order to help her push through the plateau stage that she was at. • Our workouts included high intensity cardio circuits including kick boxing, combat ropes as well as ViPR. • We also mixed in resistance training targeting the large muscles groups utilizing compound exercises such as barbell squats, clean and presses, dead lifts, pushups and pull ups. “I no longer walk in the shadow of the past. I cut out everything negative in my life be it people or thoughts and with new found determination, I found endless possibilities to build on my confidence. Where did I get my strength from? My family was a huge source of strength for me.” Halem Buyante, Personal Trainer, Talise Fitness - Rasha Khalili
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How did we monitor progress? • Rasha continued to work so hard during her training sessions and never gave anything less than 100 percent. • She inspired me every time we trained together and every month we would sit down together and review her progress and set goals for the following month. • We would always look for different training methods to keep her sessions fresh and interesting and along with her dedication to her eating plan, we continued to see great progress towards her goal. • Together we had created well-balanced meal plans for Rasha using plenty of green vegetables, proteins, nuts and fruits and she was committed in four years, Rasha lost to eating farm-fresh organic produce. Rasha is the most determined person that I have 98kgs ever met and she is an inspiration to us all here at Talise Fitness.
“Rasha’s dedication and focus is inspiring and it’s amazing to see the incredible results that she has achieved and the progress that she has made makes us very proud.” - Tim Dorrington, General Manager, Talise Fitness, Jumeirah Beach Hotel.
Located in one of Dubai’s finest luxury hotels, Talise Fitness at Jumeirah Beach Hotel is an inspiring health club dedicated to meeting all your fitness requirements whilst making your training experience as fun and effective as possible. Covering over 18,000 square metres of space, Talise Fitness offers some of the latest equipment and gym technology, including a brand new state of the art Outdoor Functional Training Zone. TO LEARN MORE, call 04 4068800 Email [email protected] ■
Nov 2014 REPs 27 28 REPs Nov 2014 “It’s actually pretty simple. Either you do it or you don’t.”
Nov 2014 REPs 29 TheThe DarkerDarker SideSide FitnessFitnessof 30 REPs Nov 2014 The Darker Side of Fitness When it comes to healthy lifestyles, you can have too much of a good thing. Fibres are good for you, but too much fibre is a diet no-no. Even too much sleep can backfire and dull vitality. Exercise is no exception… Read up on these misdiagnosed symptoms of overtraining and if you’ve been putting in lots of hours at the gym lately, these heavier workouts could be yielding such unwanted results.
O YOU HAVE THE BLUES ? When we’re tired and worn down, it’s far easier Do the workouts you used to love to let the stuff get to us than it would if we were now feel more like a chore? Are well rested. you generally unmotivated? It may seem counterintuitive DOES EXERCISE LEAVE YOU EXHAUSTED? since exercise fuels feel-good Exercise should make you feel good and give an endorphins, but overtraining has been linked to a energy boost. Yes, you might feel tired or fatigued decrease in energy and mood. So if you are down, right after a tough workout, but if you leave the Dletting your muscles recover for a few days and gym exhausted, tired or generally feeling like you some proper rest might be what your body really could go home and take a nap, it might be a sign needs. Of course, if you are severely depressed, that you’re overdoing it. see your doctor. DO YOU GET SICK EASILY? ARE YOU UNABLE TO SLEEP? Does it take forever to get over Do you struggle to dose off no “When you a cold? When you exercise matter how many sheep you regularly, your body is constantly count or how exhausted you feel? exercise spending energy and working to Or otherwise, no matter how excessively, repair those muscles. many hours of slumber you clock, This means that when you you still feel wiped out? the body can come in contact with a bacteria Both symptoms can be caused interpret it or a virus, your immune system by overtraining. When you isn’t able to give 100 percent to exercise excessively, the body can as a stressor, fighting off that cold or flu. So interpret it as a stressor, sending sending out you get sick and can stay sick out stress hormones like cortisol longer if you don’t give your body that make going to sleep difficult. stress hormones the time off it needs to take care Slumber is a time when the body like cortisol that of itself. and brain recover, and if you’re pushing it too hard, your body make going to MORE REST PLEASE…. might be telling you that it needs sleep difficult. ” Trading evenings on the couch more rest that you’re giving it. for marathon calorie-burning or muscle-pumping workouts day DO YOU HAVE ‘HEAVY’ LEGS? after day–without adequate rest Does it seem as if your legs have been traded for -is a sure fire way to burn out, hinder performance heavy lead; and it’s hard to get going and ‘stay and even get injured. While everyone is different going’? If so, overtraining may be wreaking havoc and no certain amount of exercise is automatically on your body. Heavy, tired and overly fatigued ‘too much,’ it’s recommended that you take one to legs (or arms) can cause muscles to tire out or two rest days a week, especially if you’re working insufficiently repair. out at a really high intensity or with heavy weights. In general, exercising for up to 90 minutes (at DO YOU HAVE A SHORT FUSE? a moderate intensity), most days of the week is If the smallest things set you off or if you’re reasonable and healthy, but you take into account feeling more irritable than normal, it could be due your fitness level, health status and how your to over-exercising. body responds.
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MY STORY I was easily driven to push myself beyond my limit, thinking I would have better results and look like the goddess I’d always wished...and “People feel they need to work as then I burnt out. It’s easy to get wrapped up in media craziness hard as possible to be as ripped and decide to go to extremes to design our bodies as possible, when in reality they to perfection. Get a reality check and some helpful tips on avoiding this training pitfall like I did. should be looking to tone down Lena Boone their exertion levels because Shares Her Odyssey. they’re taking in fewer calories I often overdid things… during their pre-contest diet.” Most of my life I was easily driven to push myself beyond my limits, thinking I would have better results and look like the goddess I’d always envisioned. For instance, it was said of a certain figure skater, “She does one thousand crunches every day!” What did I do? I did one thousand crunches. Did I look like her afterwards? No, but I was in a pain for days afterwards. I was following the wrong people I started running when I found out an actress I admired ran. What happened? I pushed myself way too far one evening and ended up with a bizarre heart murmur that would mysteriously come and go. I started working out with videos at home after that, but one video a day wasn’t enough for me. A trainer in a gym told me that I could never do too much cardio. What did I do? I started doing two hours of cardio a day and I even managed Lena at her heaviest three hours on one occasion. Did I resemble a Hollywood stick figure? No. But I managed to make myself ill for three months. Was overtraining killing my progress? Quite plainly, overtraining occurs when the amount of exercise we do goes beyond our capacity to recover from it. Pushing yourself too hard is way more common than most people would realise. There is a drive in many of us when we’re just starting out to want to move beyond the ‘beginner’ level. We want to push ourselves into the ‘advanced’ category as quickly as possible, and get fitter and better and we want it now. But it isn’t just newcomers to fitness who push themselves too far. Professionals make the same mistakes! I’ve often seen seasoned athletes over-train. Bodybuilders are often guilty of overtraining when they are preparing for a contest. They feel they need to work as hard as possible to be as ripped as possible, when in reality they should be looking to tone down their exertion levels because they’re taking in fewer calories during Lena in progress their pre-contest diet.
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“Quite plainly, overtraining Lena as a winner occurs when the amount of exercise we do goes beyond our capacity to recover from it. In my days as a group fitness instructor I would constantly remind my students to get enough rest ” Common symptoms of overtraining • Fatigue • General Aches And Pains • Muscle Soreness • Joint Pain • Increased Resting Heart Rate • Trouble Sleeping • Loss Of Enthusiasm For Working Out • Headaches • Decreased Immunity • Fever • Decreased Athletic Performance What I told my students… In my days as a group fitness instructor I would constantly remind my students to get enough rest. I would see one student in particular who was so determined to lose weight she would train every single day for several hours at a time. She would be in the gym lifting weights and then take two of my classes back to back. I warned her she’d be sick one day if she didn’t give herself enough rest. I know she didn’t take me seriously. Sure enough, she began catching colds easily and complaining about joint aches and constant fatigue. That didn’t stop her from training, either. I hope she’s still alive today.
Train intelligently Lena Boone So how can you come up with a workout routine began bodybuilding as a way to that’s right for you? If you can afford it, nothing beats consulting with an experienced personal trainer who’s worked with all kinds of bodies and challenge herself to finally get in has great expertise in nutrition. shape for a real purpose. In 2004 at Get a certified trainer A truly good trainer will make sure each client the age of twenty-eight, she began receives an individual program. They won’t just give the same routine to everyone. serious training with IFBB pro Debi Get your research right Laszewski. In 2006 she entered her first If you can’t afford a personal trainer, you may want to do a little research on the web. Look for contest at around six percent body fat online fitness communities where you may be able to find some helpful advice. That’s where I went when I was a confused newcomer to bodybuilding. and came in first in the heavyweight But even if you’re not a bodybuilder, you can share your story with others and receive very class. She is now a national level helpful tips and insights from people who’ve been where you are right now. In no time you’ll be able NPC athlete with the ultimate goal to design a workout program that’s effective, yet won’t make you ill. ■ of one day becoming an IFBB pro. Nov 2014 REPs 33 Fitness
Have you ever wondered what happens to fitness trainers after they hit that famous ‘plateau’? Whether it’s due to careers in the industry drying up through lack of exciting opportunities, or whether family and age realities change the course of the life-work balance; the reality is that the ‘only constant in life is change’. Sawsan Horani looks at what’s next for trainers at this stage in life and chats to two fitness pros that have elevated their careers to fresh milestones of success and diversity.
o local like … Amanda Brewer The founder of Impact Training British Training Solutions (BTS) is vibrant 40-something, Amanda Brewer who Goffers programs certified by CYQ – the UK’s leading awards organisation related to fitness, health and wellbeing. Amanda is the first person in the Middle East to gain accreditation as an International training provider of CYQ courses. Currently she is supporting the introduction of the International Confederation of Register of Exercise Professionals (IC-REPs) to both the Middle East and India.
What do trainers do to expand their careers beyond the gym? AMANDA’ STORY As a family we were always into fitness. Dad loved body building and mum adored group exercise. Exercise grew on me. I loved it. I have always been passionate about education and delivering the right information to the right people. I was involved with teaching different groups, from instructors and triathletes, to people just entering the fitness field. The challenge of engaging different people has involved me in building a skill base that unites them despite their differences.
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Beginnings I worked as a fitness instructor most of my life from the age of 21. I started in UK REPs and CYQ, then a decade later, I noticed a significant market gap: a disconnect between communication and information delivery. What does this mean? Fitness instructors seldom know how to handle relationships with clients, delivering accurate information, staying fit whilst being inspiring, healthy and capable. I enjoy enabling people to unveil their best lives, watching them build self-esteem and improving their careers and life overall. “My students become confident when they understand, build skills and start helping people. It makes them better instructors and helps them deliver better quality classes to their clients” I understood my calling when I attended conferences inspired by fitness leaders. For instance, Bob Smith is definitely my idol, he is an amazing lecturer and an accomplished athlete as he’s brilliant with his anecdotal presentations. He is my hero, always. My rich experience has helped me understand the industry. Fitness Amanda Brewer instructors often do not realise that not everyone is top-end fit. and deadlines. Our biggest achievement harmonious. My Portuguese horse Impact training bts achievements is when we see those who come from Vittorisio and I make a great team in 2014 the unlikeliest of backgrounds, succeed. ,and not forgetting of course my We videoed our courses and lectures From school drop-outs to senior lovely coach at Arabian ranches. I’m as we realised there was high demand citizens, achieving these qualifications, vegetarian; I love animals so much from people who could not travel. As to them and to us, is massive… and I really do think that being an we wanted to extend our reach, we The most essential ingredient today environmentally aware person on the built an online education portal and is developing the calibre of fitness planet is crucially important. provided Level 2 and 3 advanced leaders the community needs. The qualifications online. We wanted to industry is infinite; not everyone Life after teaching help people throughout the Middle wants to achieve the same goal. It is Instructors have different niche East build their communities and to key that we groom fitness pros who markets; some can work with women, help raise and meet job opportunities. understand this. In Abu Dhabi, we others can also work with schools or One problem in the MENA region, provided programs to the military. It senior clients. there is a lack of understanding of was a two-year contract where they Most importantly, instructors how and what a professional fitness had learned how to become personal should look at the things they are instructor is. Nowadays things are trainers and well as circuit boot passionate about and bring them out improving though… camp instructors. They were open to in people because the moment fitness Another problem is pre- learning which they fully embraced. instructors stop enjoying what they are choreographed classes. Instructors doing, they stop delivering. You can’t here rely on them too much and do Inspirations teach without passion you must love not contribute to original content, as My inspiration is my daughter, Jade what you’re doing you can’t fake it. adding a personal touch is vital. This O’Boyle. She shares my passion and feeds a habit that clients already have, enthusiasm for teaching and shares my Fresh developments namely, that they don’t think outside work ethic. It encourages me to know REPs being established in the UAE is the box and expect the instructor to that my own daughter is within the a great step forward. It helps clients be thinking for them. At Impact BTS same profession. make informed decisions about who we teach instructors to become more The love of my life, my escape, my they choose to work with. It also creative with their strategies and essence, is that I have an amazing ensures that instructors have proper programs. Every person has a personal horse and I do dressage – dancing teaching qualifications and credentials goal that requires different strategies with horses. It is very beautiful and for maximum client benefit.
Nov 2014 REPs 35 Fitness Focus Grant Goes The founder of FitnessLink, the first innovative platform in the region that marries fitness veterans to public demand is G.I. Grant Goes. This educational portal informs the public on the fitness facilities in the region and promotes the community to get up and moving. Grant’s story Throughout my upbringing I was encouraged to keep active. My mum was very active herself and had me doing lots of different things. For instance, before the age of two I was able to dive five meters under water. She first inspired me to live vigorously and this has opened doors to sports and fitness. My fitness journey started in my final year at college. At that time, we were introduced to the gym and had to study how to earn a healthy living. I found it to be my calling to become a personal trainer. My sporting background promoted me to teach Les Mills group training programs. Beginnings Grant Goes I started in a very small town and always wanted to evolve into the best The majority of my inspiration the public and make the site more version of myself. I had a dream of comes from the same place it always interactive. We continuously get becoming a group fitness instructor. has – the desire to help more people involved with charity initiatives that Although I wasn’t sure what this and develop my personal self. I involve fitness aspects. We are also exactly meant, this desire inspired also draw inspiration from others engaged with the first Health and me to move from Opotiki (population achievements and positive energy. Fitness industry awards that are under 7000) to Rotorua (population aimed at recognising the high quality 66,000) in pursuit of my dream. From Fitnesslink achievements in 2014 available in the region. there I went to the Netherlands The name of the business is FitnessLink and then I moved to Auckland, New and I started in June 2013 with Simona Life after teaching Zealand chasing my dream of teaching Sotirovska, and Alekandar Sotirovski The fitness industry is a field of in the biggest club. This all became a – shortly after I won the 2012 Dubai opportunities, there are many ways in reality and I grew into a regular feature Fitness Championships. I noticed that which a trainer can develop or expand on the BodyAttack education DVD’s there wasn’t a platform for the public their skills. It comes down to how far produced by Les Mill International. I to learn all about health and fitness in people want to go with their education, also got the opportunity to travel to the UAE, nor was there a network from and it depends on what motivates them other countries and share my fitness which providers could communicate. or the goals they have. Starting as a skills ultimately leading to my arrival FitnessLink now provides information gym floor instructor can evolve into a to the Middle East. So everything that on the majority of fitness programmes business owner as a specialist or fitness has happened in my life has come in the region and is an interactive provider. There are so many paths for a about because of my continuous desire platform that allows public to get person to take in a fitness career–which to develop and challenge myself, and it active with ease. I believe we have each of us find through the individual still drives me very much today. only just touched the surface with experiences we have. We can develop FitnessLink and that there is so much management skills that can be applied Inspirations more we can provide. in other industries, life skills and habits Me and my flip flops spend the day that can be used anywhere. training, meeting new professionals, Fresh developments My only advice is to keep learning, playing sports and developing the The industry will forever be evolving keep searching and growing your FitnessLink website. My downtime is and FitnessLink will always need to information library in relation to spent playing sports, literally any sport develop and evolve with it. Currently health and fitness so that you can I can get involved in, it’s always been we are developing our website with benefit from exploring the countless that way and I imagine it always will. new features and specs that allows wellness and fitness options available Sitting still is just not my thing. us to gather more information for to you.
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Many fitness pros are expanding their remit to embrace downstream business opportunities like fitness franchises that any dynamic fitness pro with a penchant for business can be inspired by and make money from. WHAT IS FRANCHISING? Franchising is a method of distributing products or services. At least two levels of people are involved in a franchise system: (1) the franchisor, who lends his trademark or trade name and a business system; and (2) the franchisee, who pays a royalty and often an initial fee for the right to do business under the franchisor’s name and system. Technically, the contract binding the two parties is the ‘franchise’, but that term is often used to mean the actual business that the franchisee operates. FITNESS FRANCHISES IN TOWN Physique 57 WHO Maryam Salaam, Owner of Physique 57 Dubai Studio WHERE Jumeira 1 – Dubai WHY This full body barre-based workout is a 57-minute exercise class that blends intervals of cardio, strength training, stretching and recovery proven to sculpt arms, thighs, seat and abs, to build gorgeous, long, lean muscle. No matter what kind of shape you are in, whether you dread exercise or work out seven days a week, Physique 57’s breakthrough exercise programs claim to “change your body and your life.” HEALTH BENEFITS systematically improves flexibility and endurance, while strengthening and sculpting muscles. Which means you’ll look as good as you feel. High on cardio, low on injury risks… this one is a winner for those looking to take a break from traditional training at the gym. physique57.com/dubai
Flywheel WHO Amira Salaam Amro, Co-Owner of Flywheel Dubai WHERE Burj Views, West Tower Ground Level Downtown Dubai WHY The idea of cycling on a stationary bicycle is a popular concept but Flywheel makes it different and more exciting. Being able to compete with other women in the room and track your own progress at the same time is what makes Flywheel fun. It’s intense and though the music can be a little loud, it fuels drive and enthusiasm. [email protected] If taking on the franchising route isn’t quite your thing and you prefer to start your venture from scratch, then take the lead from fitness entrepreneurs in Dubai who have developed their own concepts.
Bounce WHO Founders: Doran Davies and Ross Milton WHERE Times Square Mall in Al Quoz WHY Developed in Australia, and already existing in Singapore, Bounce is the latest by-word ‘fun’ fitness. Now in the UAE, Bounce has 86 trampolines, 12,000 springs, three basketball hoops, two dodgeball courts, three party rooms and over a kilometre of circus- grade padding. HEALTH BENEFITS Bouncing is also a great way to keep fit. A study carried out by the American scientists who fling astronauts into space found that ten minutes of bouncing on a trampoline is a better cardiovascular workout than thirty-three minutes spent running. It stimulates blood flow in a way that helps rid the body of toxins and waste. ‘Trampolining’ can help combat depression, anxiety and stress by increasing the amount of endorphins released by the brain. www.bouncedubai.com ■
Nov 2014 REPs 37 Dietary Challenges Food Intolerances, Allergies & Inflammation
Once upon a time when food wasn’t mass produced, over-processed, genetically modified and laden with additives like sugar, hydrogenated fats and sodium, chemically derived texturisers, flavours, colours, stabilisers and more… many of today’s dietary-related diseases and allergies were virtually non-existent. Teri Gentes reports.
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ood intolerances, allergies and chronic much can be done. Experts offer numerous suggestions inflammation have become a familiar challenge including what seems like a most obvious solution– in our society. Personal trainers often have elimination of offending foods along with augmentation of clients who are plagued with health issues the immune and digestion systems via natural nutritional related to allergic reactions to specific dietary foods. Our supplements (e.g., digestive enzymes, herbal formulas and Fbody responds to these allergies and antigens by releasing homeopathic remedies). anti-bodies; thereby causing an inflammatory reaction. Under normal conditions this built-in response is an Top food allergens and additives to avoid effective healing mechanism; however, challenges arise with With food allergies, the immune cells that line the chronic exposure triggering chronic inflammation. gastrointestinal tract are hypersensitive; which can be caused by a variety of issues (e.g., low stomach acid, Dietary challenges unhealthy gut flora; pancreatic, liver and gall bladder Excessive consumption of nutrient-void food has caused challenges). When eating a food you are allergic to, the numerous digestive disorders in an increasing number of intestinal immune cells perceive a potential invader and people afflicted with food intolerances and allergies. As a quickly act to prevent harm to the body. This is experienced result, one may experience symptoms including lethargy, as inflammation. chronic pain, fatigue, indigestion, insomnia, headaches, In her book Meals that Heal Inflammation, Julie Daniluk hormonal imbalances, weight gain, acne, hair loss, lists the following top food allergens and additives to avoid, inflammation, etc. However, there is much confusion (and plus the top five causes of allergies. misunderstanding) surrounding the differences between true food allergies and food intolerances. Food allergy vs. food intolerance Even though allergies and food intolerances may cause similar symptoms, there is a major difference between the two. A food allergy is an immune system response and tends to produce acute symptoms. A food intolerance is caused by the lack of enzymes needed to digest food; which often leads to chronic illness, including inflammation. Food allergy occurs when the immune system reacts to a food by creating IgE antibodies. If this same food is again consumed, these antibodies cue the immune system to release an arsenal of chemicals (e.g., histamine), which then trigger a variety of allergic symptoms including asthma, hives, inflammation, skin rashes, mood swings, headaches and heart palpitations. These acute symptoms generally occur minutes after ingestion of the particular food. A true food allergy involves the immune system and Common Foods Linked To can be life threatening causing hives or anaphylactic shock Inflammation Top Food almost immediately after exposure to a certain substance. Top Food These foods are also known Additives To These foods account for 90 per cent of all food-allergic Allergens as ‘nightshades’, a virtually Avoid reactions: milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts (such as walnut and toxic plant – used in poisons cashew), fish, shellfish, soy and wheat. worldwide. Food intolerance symptoms are often delayed and can • Dairy • Food Colouring • Tomatoes occur hours to days after ingesting the particular food. Food • Corn – FD&C blue #1 • White potatoes intolerance is linked to compromised digestive ability and • Soy and #2; green #3; • Eggplant a lack of digestive enzymes. For example, a person with • Wheat/ red #3 and #40; • Peppers (sweet and spicy) lactose intolerance lacks the enzyme (lactase) needed to Gluten yellow #5 and #6 • Tobacco digest milk sugar. Therefore, when eating milk products, • Shell fish • Sodium Nitrate • Tree nuts • MSG Top Five Causes Of symptoms such as gas, bloating, abdominal cramps and • Peanuts • Sulphites Allergies pain may occur. • Eggs • Pork Food intolerance often causes symptoms such as • Coffee • Feeding babies solid foods indigestion, irritated skin conditions, nasal congestion, • BHA too early gas, heartburn, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation or • BHT • Poor digestion diarrhoea, inflammation, headaches/migraine or leg pains, • Artificial • Environmental toxins and hyperactivity, irritability, lack of focus, etc. flavours and chemicals sweeteners • Stress What the medics say • Propylene • Genetic predisposition While many medical authorities believe there is no cure gluycol for food allergies and intolerances, in many circumstances • Parabens
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A natural approach to overcoming ‘With over 70 per process, our challenge comes with the challenges consuming chronic inflammation, which sets in digestive enzymes cent of the body’s when the healing process is incomplete. Plant enzymes can help ensure the proper digestion of food but due to the immune system What is chronic inflammation? mass production of foods and excess cells in the lining It is a systemic condition occurring consumption of cooked foods enzyme when the body’s immune response deficiency is quite common. of our digestive produces excess inflammatory A sign of compromised digestive chemicals–sometimes because of the ability is indigestion and when food tract, the foods we foods consumed. Today’s diets are is not properly digested, the food eat have immense often imbalanced and can overproduce particles cannot be efficiently absorbed, inflammatory chemicals while at the assimilated–used as nutrients. impact on our same time blocking production of Instead, the body recognises these necessary anti-inflammatory chemicals. food particles as foreign invaders and immune system.’ activates the immune system causing How does it affect the body? allergic reactions and inflammation. Arthritis, gastritis, colitis, dermatitis, cystitis, neuritis, Digestive supplements consisting of plant enzymes can bursitis are all common inflammatory conditions related to be effective in overcoming allergies issues because the systemic inflammation. Coronary artery disease, regarded enzymes break down the protein allergens and decrease as an important risk factor for heart disease is considered allergic reactions. to be directly associated with inflammation. Additionally, cancer, obesity, dementia, migraines and Alzheimer’s Reducing inflammation disease all involve inflammation. Infections, hives, allergic Inflammation is an immune response to illness, injury, reactions, asthma, diabetes, psoriasis, IBS and all such allergy, infection, toxins, etc., intended to protect the body. autoimmune disease involve inflammation. When our body encounters injury or a perceived invader, it revs into gear communicating the challenge with symptoms Can conventional medicine help? in the form of pain, swelling, redness and/or heat in the This includes anti-inflammatory drugs and/or surgery as infected areas. Although inflammation is a natural healing a main therapy. This approach might suppress symptoms,
40 REPs Nov 2014 Dietary Challenges yet doesn’t address the underlying causes. In addition, long-term use of commonly prescribed non-steroidal, anti- inflammatory drugs can have serious side effects leading to additional health complications. Drugs and/or surgery don’t prevent inflammation, therefore, a better approach to dealing with allergies and inflammation is to prevent, treat, reduce and eliminate the root causes with lifestyle and dietary/nutritional changes. ‘Have your clients Avoiding trigger foods With over 70 per cent of the body’s immune system cells experiment with food in the lining of our digestive tract, the foods we eat have immense impact on our immune system. Many foods elimination if they literally fuel or subdue inflammatory responses. Certain foods trigger inflammation while others can abate it. are plagued with With food allergies and excess consumption of the most common allergens – wheat/gluten, dairy, corn, soy and eggs – our immune system is in a chronically reactive state. allergies, intolerance or The safest way to prevent this is to avoid problem foods triggering the allergic response (including nightshades) and chronic inflammation. to consume anti-inflammatory foods. Most are often quite TO CONCLUDE… Sustaining a well-balanced “whole foods” approach that astounded to discover includes an abundance of fresh, seasonal produce is great insurance. that some foods they Experts recommend at least 50 percent of our diet be plant-based. Have your clients experiment with food elimination thought were ‘healthy’ if they are plagued with allergies, intolerance or chronic inflammation. Most are often quite astounded to discover were the triggers for that some foods they thought were ‘healthy’ were the triggers for their symptoms. Lifestyle and dietary changes their symptoms.’ offer significant relief, prevention, treatment and even reversal of many of the common diseases that afflict our society today. Encourage your clients to seek out the advice of professional health care practitioners for advice and guidance with their nutritional approach. It may very well be the key to their optional wellbeing. ■
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Performanceby Alejandra Ruani
n 2007, the USA Track & Field, the national Research has repeatedly shown how music can governing body for distance racing, banned improve performance by drawing one’s attention the use of headphones and portable audio away from feelings of fatigue and pain when players at its official races, creating the rule engaged in endurance activities such as running, “to ensure safety and to prevent runners cycling, or swimming. from having a competitive edge.” Many Sports scientists at Brunel University in the runners protested the rule (it does remain in effect UK, a world-leading research hub on music for today, but in an amended fashion) because they athleticism, have demonstrated that music can iknow how essential it is to performance and even reduce your rate of perceived effort by 12% and providing a rewarding workout. That alone speaks improve your endurance by 15%. This benefit isn’t volumes for the power of music. exclusive to beginner exercisers: elite athletes use How much are you “tuned into” the fact that this strategy all the time… good music can improve your enjoyment and Did you know that one of the greatest distance performance in a sport? runners in history, Haile Gebrselassie, synched Maybe it’s your performance or perhaps your his stride to the song Scatman when breaking the client’s, but regardless, listening to music before, 10,000 metre world record? during, or even after sport and activity can It’s been shown that listening to music during contribute to motivation, performance, and skill exercise increases the efficiency of that activity learning in a broad way. and it postpones fatigue. This especially holds true if there is a synchrony between the rhythm Yes, music can enhance athletic of the music and the movements of the athlete performance! themselves. It’s time to open up your ears, let me show you. Is In terms of muscle strength, music that is music a performance-enhancing drug? The world- perceived to be motivating can lead to bursts of leading researcher on music for performance, Dr. intensity. This increases your work capacity and Costas Karageorghis, who has authored over 100 can bring about ultra-high levels of explosive studies, says that one can think of music as “a power, strength, and productivity. Think of its type of legal performance-enhancing drug.” influence on sprints, high jumps, weightlifting, Music enhances athletic performance and it can plyometrics, and even high intensity interval be a compelling intervention for improving how training. one relates to both their actual performance and Music promotes flow states for internal their end result. motivation Flow involves an altered mental state of How exactly does music improve 2 awareness during activity. Even though it is a performance? feeling of energised focus it seems the mind Good question. I’m actually going to choose four and body function on ‘auto-pilot’ with minimal key ways how music can influence and enhance conscious effort. performance, power and strength. Some coaches and athletes refer to this as Dissociation through music diverts the being ‘in the zone.’ It sometimes has been mind temporarily referred to as a spellbinding state and can 1 Dissociation refers to diverting the mind actually feel trance-like. So can you imagine how from sensations of fatigue that creep up and in music can pair with flow for a stimulating and during performance. enhancing performance for yourself or client?
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Some athletes describe utilising music to aid with their mental imagery during the routine part of their activity as allowing them to be ‘in the zone.” Many athletes use music in diverse ways in Conversely, we then can apply this to the order to achieve a certain level of focus and slower (tempo) that may be conducive to a concentration before a game or competition as slower or more graceful pace or need for focus. well. Music enables them to put aside all other Stanford University researchers assert specific outside distractions in order to concentrate pieces of music could enhance concentration and envision what they want to accomplish or promote relaxation. Think what’s needed in during the game. figure skating, the skill in archery, a free throw Synchronised music movements can in basketball, or even a golf putt. Similarly, shift your level of workout sedating music can be particularly helpful with 3 Synchronising your music with repetitive pre-competition anxiety and nerves. exercise is linked to increased levels of work Music evokes emotions that enrich output. Research supports the synchronistic your enjoyment aspect of rhythm as an important piece in 4Several studies have linked music with skill and performance. For example, music positive feelings and memories. can balance and adjust movement, thereby Music can boost internal motivation prolonging performance. by triggering good emotions, helping you Have you ever had that experience where experience much greater pleasure from the listening to a faster tempo moved you along at activity. This is magnified when a piece of a faster pace which enhanced the activity your music reminds you of an aspect of your life were engaged in? that is emotionally significant.
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Why does it matter? So if music can be intentionally added as Researchers believe that these factors have part of a training programme, think how much the power to increase your adherence to an more inclined a person will be to come back. exercise programme in the long run. Stickiness is crucial for unconditioned So what do you think about music in individuals and for those who are in a relation to performance improvement? rehabilitation programme that involves As you can see, listening to your favourite exercise, such as physiotherapy, the treatment tunes can definitely improve your enjoyment of of chronic pain, or a heart condition. competing in sports, enhance and improve your performance, and it can certainly affect your mood by eliciting a certain emotional response whilst listening to a meaningful song. ■
“The world-leading researcher on music for performance, Dr. Costas Karageorghis, who has authored over 100 studies, says that one can think of music as “a type of legal performance-enhancing drug.”
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WhyHormone Some Diets Work And Diet Some Fail If you are doing everything right; eating healthy, training hard and yet are still struggling with weight loss, maybe it is time for you to check if your body chemistry is OK. Hormones are the chemical messengers that govern all bodily functions from sleeping to breathing to weight loss… Thanks to Dr. Natasha Turner, author of The Super-Charged Hormone Diet, knowledge about achieving biochemical balance has progressed. Time for a science lesson…Sawsan Horani reports.
NSULIN – THE FAT TREASURER healthy fats intake to teach your body to tackle its fat When blood sugar levels are reserves. To teach your body how to burn above normal, the fat, it has to use fat… pancreas releases insulin which Building muscle… instructs the Another stimulus to fat excess sugar to burning is building go into cells. muscle. Not only iExcess sugar does exercise burn is stored as undesired calories, fat, especially but also the around the majority of our waistline. insulin receptors Yes, we are are located in talking about our muscles. that stubborn The more the belly fat. receptors, the Moreover, less insulin foods that are secreted by the rich in refined pancreas and the carbohydrates less fat is stored. such as white bread, pasta and baked Cortisol – goodies spike our blood the stress patrol sugar and insulin. Excess Sheer stress might not sugar is toxic to our body, be the principal reason why therefore; when our sugar we pile on pounds but it does intake spikes, our damper the benefits you should pancreas produces be reaping from your healthy even more insulin endeavours. Chronic stress which drives even greater tampers with your hormonal fat storage. balance and it puts your body in a state of chaos. Even the most dedicated of us can fall off the How to reverse this vicious cycle? healthy wagon when we are stressed. The answer is not to cut out carbs completely. This radical When our bodies are under stress, physical or mental, the behaviour makes the situation even worse. It puts stress on hormone cortisol is released. Cortisol is a powerful appetite your body to release cortisol – the carbs cravings curator. The stimulator; it makes people crave comfort foods which are right way to go about this is to reduce your carbohydrate particularly high in refined carbohydrates and sugar, the intake and avoid all refined carbohydrates. Increase your white poisons.
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But when things are out of control… Discharge negative energy in exercise. Exercise releases endorphins – the same happy hormones that chocolate releases minus the fat. And ensure that you rest sufficiently. Your muscles grow when you are resting and stress hormones withdraw. Your body restores normal body functions and its balance. If that does not work, try taking meditation or yoga classes regularly; some peace of mind can go a long way in a busy professional life. Thyroid hormones – the metabolic managers Metabolism is how fast your body can break down food into energy units absorbable by the body. Mainly two hormones secreted by the thyroid gland; Tri-iodothryonine and Thyroxine regulate it. Some people have a ‘lazy’ thyroid that does not release enough hormones making them particularly prone to weight gain. As for the rest of us who have close-to-optimal thyroid function, there are a few things we can do to jump- start our metabolism. • Do NOT skip meals. Eat regular, organic well-balanced meals. If you restrict your calorie and food intake, it tenses your body and guess what, it releases the stress patrol, cortisol. Cortisol not only triggers cravings but it also suppresses your thyroid function, retarding your metabolism. • Feed your hormones. Eat foods rich in Tyrosine; an amino acid that the body uses to manufacture the thyroid hormones as well as epinephrine and norepinephrine, fat-burning hormones… Tyrosine can be naturally found in egg whites, dairy products, salmon, avocadoes and almonds. Progesterone and oestrogen – the mood swingers Although these hormones are famous for giving us “When blood sugar levels are menstrual mood swings, they can also impact our weight loss process. Progesterone is the hormone responsible for above normal, the pancreas preparing a women’s uterus for pregnancy. It also has other effects in the body such as promoting fat burn. releases insulin which Oestrogen, another hormone responsible for thickening the uterine wall, increases body fat and weight gain when found in excess. Sadly, we are exposed to many molecules instructs the excess sugar to that mimic oestrogen in structure and are taken up by the human body. go into cells. Excess sugar From cosmetics to pesticides to environmental toxins, when oestrogen levels surpass normal levels, women is stored as fat, especially experience PMS, bloating and weight gain in their lower sections and thus; their pear body shape. around the waistline. These hormones are tricky for both men and women. Men have these hormones too… Under pressure, the body borrows progesterone to make cortisol, the stress patrol Yes, we are talking about hormone, leaving excess estrogen behind. Excess oestrogen hinders weight loss and fat burn. that stubborn belly fat.” To remedy this problem, increase fibre intake. Fibre helps expel the additional oestrogen. Also, our friendly - Natasha Turner gut bacteria can breakdown the excess oestrogen; another reason to love those probiotic supplements. Similarly, to replenish progesterone, eat foods rich in Vitamin B such as quinoa, sweet potato and squash.
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Melatonin – the fat burner Nutrition plan Melatonin is the darkness hormone, it ‘When all of your Dr. Turner’s diet contains a mix of spikes at night to regulate our circadian foods low on the glycaemic index, rhythm, more commonly known as bodily processes meaning that they raise blood sugar our biological clock. It bestows order slowly. The majority of your meal in our body allowing it to carry out should come from lean proteins found a multitude of complex processes are harmonised in chicken breasts, fish, low-fat dairy, simultaneously. Evolutionarily, our eggs, vegetables, fruits, flax as well as bodies have been designed to rest and with your biological chia seeds. recover at night and rise, hunt and A portion of your meal should be gather at day. So once our natural clock, your body dedicated to healthy unsaturated fats body rhythm is disrupted, a number found in avocadoes, the nuts family of things can go wrong. First and and vegetable oils. foremost, our metabolism plummets is less likely to For carbohydrates, you can eat and so does fat loss. quinoa, buckwheat and brown rice in If you are sleeping less, you are be stressed.’ moderate proportions. losing on the opportunity to grow. Our It is preferable to limit caffeine, muscle fibres regenerate during sleep processed meat, fried food, saturated fat, and our fat cells are burned to release the necessary energy. full-fat dairy, artificial sweeteners To keep your melatonin levels sound, avoid exposure to Avoid foods high on the glycaemic index such as white synthetic light at night and try to get seven to eight hours bread, pasta and refined carbohydrates found in baked goods. of sleep. Also several supplements should be taken to fill Do not use your phone or watch TV, because again, nutritional gaps. These should involve vitamin D3, calcium synthetic light stimulates your brain into work when it and magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids as well as multi- should be getting ready to sleep… When all of your bodily vitamin complexes. processes are harmonised with your biological clock, your All foods must be organic, sugar and gluten-free. This body is less likely to be stressed. Maintain this synchrony increases your grocery bill but it remains cost-effective in known as homeostasis and you maintain a healthy body, the long run since you have zero medical bills in the future. mind and soul. Exercise plan How can I feed my hormones? Ideally, people are advised to exercise for 30 minutes, 6 days So how do I incorporate hormones in my diet? This involves a week. Exercises should mix between strength training, a lifestyle change, but it is worth it, Dr. Turner promises. interval training, cardio and Yoga.
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Celebrity-Worthy Supplements Whether5 you’re headed to an awards ceremony or not, every Coenzyme celeb wants to look and feel younger from the inside out. WHY High levels of the antioxidant coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) Here are top five supplements used by Hollywood beauty are naturally found in the heart muscle, however, levels queen, Sandra Bullock, to help you do all that; and more. tend to decline as we age. These supplements are found to Omega-3 Fish Oils be beneficial in the treatment of cardiomyopathies (a group WHY Healthy fats/oils are necessary in the formation of of diseases that affect the heart muscle), heart arrhythmias, every cell membrane in the body. Eicosapentaenoic acid EPA high cholesterol and angina. and docosahexaenoic acid DHA (the components of essential HOW In one study, patients with angina were given 150mg fatty acids) are natural anti-inflammatory agents. Their of CoQ10 daily for four weeks. This treatment reduced anti- inflammatory properties makes them useful in treating the average frequency of angina attacks by 53 percent. and preventing heart disease and they also have beneficial One of the most potent antioxidants, CoQ10 also helps effects on cholesterol, triglycerides and blood clotting. other antioxidants such as vitamin C and E to function Essential fatty acids help to moisten the skin and improve optimally. It has also been found useful in the treatment and bowel function. Since fish oils increase serotonin levels prevention of periodontal disease and receding gums. (the happy neurotransmitter), it can decrease symptoms of Turmeric depression, anxiety and panic attacks, and may even reduce WHY Also called curcumin, it naturally reduces carbohydrate cravings. inflammation, pain and swelling. This powerful supplement In one study, researchers gave omega-3 fatty acids to 70 also appears to reduce weight gain in mice and suppress the depressed patients who had not been helped by drugs such growth of fat tissue by inhibiting new blood vessel growth, as Prozac. After 12 weeks, 69 percent of the patients showed which is necessary to build fat tissue. Curcumin reduces the marked improvement compared with 25 percent who were build-up of Alzheimer’s-related amyloid in our brains as we given placebos. age, which means better brain protection. HOW For optimal benefits, we recommend 2000 to 3000mg HOW Dosages range from 500mg to 2000mg daily. Be sure (2 to 3 capsules) twice daily with meals. Be sure to add in to take it with food to avoid heartburn or related discomfort. Vitamin D3 (4,000 – 5,000iu) with breakfast, especially in Resveratrol the wintertime. WHY This antifungal and antibacterial compound found CLA within red wine, has been shown to prolong life in yeast and WHY Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) has been found to animals because of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant help glucose tolerance by improving the body’s response to properties. The antioxidant polyphenols found in the skins insulin. Studies have also found that CLA is one of only a and seeds of grapes aid heart health, inhibit inflammation few products that help reduce body fat, particularly around and help prevent the development of certain cancers. the abdomen. Scientists believe that it has a variety of anti- HOW Even more striking, the substance sharply extended cancer, anti-cholesterol and anti-diabetic properties. CLA the mice’s lifetime. Before you reach for a few too many is one of only a few supplements proven to reduce body fat glasses of red wine, however, keep in mind that it only has and assist in increasing lean muscle mass without a change about 1.5 to 3 milligrams of resveratrol per litre. So the in caloric intake. With is anti-inflammatory benefits, it can average person would need to drink over several hundred reduce storage of fat cells while also increasing fat-burning glasses to get the dose they need to reap the benefits. activity in the skeletal muscle. Instead, choose to take 1 to 2 capsules per day of a high HOW The minimum dosage is 1,500 mg twice daily with quality resveratrol supplement first thing in the morning food for at least 3 months before breakfast. ■
Nov 2014 REPs 49 The Natural Treatments Even the Pros Rate Every year in the UK, around one in a five of people visits a complementary practitioner, and a ten million regularly take a supplement or natural remedy. “As consumers, we’re keen to embrace alternative medicine and this desire is driving the medical profession to adopt it,’ says Dr. Mark Atkinson a practicing GP and course leader at the Faculty of Integrated Medicine. “Now over ten thousand GPs in the UK offer alternative medicine, and five thousand complementary medicine practitioner offer help outside the surgery.” Fatima Anwar reports.
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hich alternative conditions, there are some – such as therapies really heart disease, cancer, and osteoporosis work? And how can – where conventional medicine should you ensure you take not be eschewed. herbal supplements safely? Imagine a 5. Are there any risks to my Wday when you walk into your doctor’s condition with this therapy, and am surgery and instead of being offered I happy to take them? conventional advice and a prescription; We tend to think of alternative you’re given a natural treatment or ‘Studies show treatments as harmless – but some do remedy. With more GPs recognising carry risks. For example, it’s very rare, that integrative and functional but neck manipulation by chiropractors wellbeing can work alongside orthodox sixty five percent has triggered strokes – so be aware. medicine, it may–in some cases – not be too far off. Try this of people Not sure if a natural therapy The integrated trend could help treat your condi- Today’s move towards integrated who have tion? Check out these five proven medicine means physicians are problem-solvers… referring patients for alternative therapies as well as, or instead of, some form of • Low mood treating them themselves. But it’s not a Light therapy is well known for talk- free-for-all – most of these referrals are ing winter-related mood disorders, only for specific conditions and, even complementary but also aids non-seasonal depression, then, there may be a restriction as to according to research published in the who you can see. American Journal of Psychiatry. therapy www.lumie.com Alternative Therapies Studies show sixty five percent • Asthma of people who have some form of delivered by a At least three recent trials have complementary therapy delivered by a shown that a breathing technique practitioner will benefit from it. But to practitioner will called Buteyko can help people gain increase your chances of being one of more control over their asthma, as them, they key is to choose treatment well as reduce the steroids sufferers that are proven to work, and to go benefit from it.’ take by up to 90 percent. For more armed with the right information. details or to find a teacher. www.buteykobreathing.org Questions to ask before you try 5 alternative therapy • Eczema 1 Why am I seeing the therapist? According to the British Journal of What do you want to get out of it? Dermatology, traditional Chinese Always make sure beforehand that medicine that uses ‘pentalherbs’ to your goals match what the therapist fight inflammation can be beneficial. can achieve. 2. Is this therapy the best one to What is it? What is it useful for? treat my condition? Is there evidence it worked? Is it often Acupuncture Pain issues, such as back ache and headaches. recommended? If you’re not sure, see Needles are used to realign the body’s energy It’s also use in some IVF clinics, alongside the where to go for more advice’ box. fields. Practitioners believe imbalances in fertility treatment. 3. Does my therapist regularly treat these are behind many health problems. people with this condition? Homeopathy Some therapists do specialise. It works on the theory that like treats like – Any minor condition you would normally visit “You don’t want to turn up to an so a highly diluted version of a substance that your GP for, including flu, skin irritations and acupuncturist with back pain if their causes symptoms of an illness can also treat allergies, etc. specialty is fertility,” says Dr. Atkinson. that illness. 4. Am I using the treatment to Osteopathy/chiropractic complement what I’m already doing Back and neck pain, headaches and sports Manipulation is employed to ease muscle and injuries are most common. – or as a replacement for traditional joint discomfort. medicine? Consider if it’s the right solution Hypnotherapy Fighting stress, relieving pain and reducing for you. While there’s no doubt that Teaches you to control your body using your the symptoms of IBS. natural therapies can easy many mind.
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Natural health stores are heaving with herbal and homeopathic pills, lotions and potions. But how can you be sure they really work, and that you’re not just wasting your money – or harming your health?
For migraines... Feverfews For PMS... Agnus Castus 1 What’s the science? 2 What’s the science? Taken as a preventative, feverfew has been shown This herb balances the ratio of oestrogen and to reduce both the number of migraines and progesterone in the body, helping to reduce PMS the severity of symptoms including nausea and symptoms. In a study over half the women taking it sensitivity to light. It’s believed this is because it experienced a fifty percent reduction in symptoms stabilises blood vessels in the brain. within three months. What you need to know What you need to know In trials, a dose of 100mg taken daily was found The recommended dose is 200 – 400 mg. Do not take to be most effective. it if you are on the Pill.
For insom- For colds 3 nia... 4 and flu... Valerian Pelargonium What’s the What’s the science? science? Valerian is a Made from geranium, nerve calming Pelargonium has been herb. US shown to help fight bugs, researchers inhibit the speed at have found which bacteria reproduce that restless and loosen mucus – all leg syndrome of which combine to sufferers reduce the duration of a cold who took it experienced less and lessen the severity of its discomfort, so slept better and symptoms. felt more awake the next day. At Home What you need to know What you need to know Take one tablet three times a day On a dose of 800mg, results at the first sign of a cold. ‘For the were seen in eight weeks. best results, I combine it with 1g However, don’t take valerian with Remedies of vitamin C,’ Says Dr. Mike Dixon, any other sedatives, or if you have chairman of NHS Alliance. liver problems.
For stomach upsets... Probiotics 5 What’s the science? Probiotics feed levels of good bacteria in the For arthritis... Rosehip extract stomach, boosting gut health. Research by 6 What’s the science? Reading University has found that taking a daily “Rosehip contains an active compound called GOPO, dose while on holiday could help reduce your which prevents the movement of white blood cells, chance of getting traveller’s tummy – and the helping to reduce inflammation,” explains Dr. Rod duration if you do pick up a bug. Hughes, consultant rheumatologist. What you need to know What you need to know Probiotics are very safe – the dose used in the Check that the supplement contains GOPO – while trial was 1tsp of Bimuno powder, which contain one called Litozin does, not all do. Take it for three the bacteria B – GOS. next day. months before deciding if it works.
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Questions to ask beforeyou try A herbal solution How to read the label Experts at King’s College London have found that one in twenty people is Food state vitamin using a natural remedy in a way that may adversely affect their health. So This means the ingredients are 4here are the questions Dr. Rob Hicks, author of Old-fashioned Remdies: From in the form found naturally in Arsenic to Gin suggests you first ask… food – rather than similar chemical 1. Am I already taking something for this condition? compound it’s not regulated, Never combine an orthodox medicine with a natural supplement for the same however, so be aware of this. condition without advice. Around 30 percent of people on antidepressants also Synergistic take the mood-booster St. John’s Wort, which isn’t advisable as they can interfere Some ingredients work better with one another. together than individually. 2. Do I know exactly what I am treating? Synergistic supplements combine No doctor would prescribe medicine without a correct diagnosis, so you shouldn’t these ingredients in the correct take a natural remedy without one either. quantities for maximum benefits. 3. Is this safe to take with the medicine I have been prescribed for other Pharmaceutical grade conditions, or with my health profile? Implies purity, but as there are no Negative reactions can occur. The hangover remedy milk thistle, for example, legal definition, it doesn’t really may affect pill absorption, while ginko biloba can increase the risk of seizures in mean anything. epilepsy sufferers. Bio-available 3. Can I afford it? This rates how well nutrients are Good remedies don’t always come cheap – and it usually takes six to eight weeks absorbed by the body. Some form of for results to be seen, no matter what claims are made. nutrients do better job than others – for example, d-alpha tocopherol (natural vitamin E) is more easily absorbed than the synthetic di-alpha form.
Nov 2014 REPs 53 The Natural Treatments Even The Pros Rate IT WORKED Michelle Nazaroff, Founder Nazafit Online Fitness and Nutrition Say no to surgery After being diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis I was told that I needed open-heart surgery to replace my aortic valve with a mechanical valve. This surgery would result in life long medication, which would not allow me to continue natural body-building with any intensity as it was not recommended. What I chose instead I chose an alternative surgery called the Ross procedure where the outcome post surgery was far better for a female athlete and I would require only one aspirin per day there after. This procedure allowed me to resume full training within eight weeks and I went from not having the strength to open a small bottle of water to 18 months later rebuilding my body from within and winning the INBA World Natural Bodybuilding Olympia Title.
Juliette Alexander, Membership & Club Co-Ordinator, REPs UAE Eating healthy and keeping fit has always been a priority for me from a young age; however I have battled with many illnesses along the way. Therefore it is imperative for me to take vitamin supplements to improve my overall wellbeing. Since being hospitalised over the summer and being put on many strains of antibiotics for a long period, I needed to replace the bacteria that these had killed. Ultimate Flora Probiotics are a must-have supplement that I take daily. They also help boost your immune system and ward off infection. A good high potency multi vitamin is also essential for optimal fitness as well as vitality.
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Catherine HansonFOR Farid, ME PR & Marketing Director, REPs UAE I am not a fan of allopathic treatments, as all they do is place a ‘band-aid’ on the issue with a prescription or over-the- counter medicine, which I avoid. When you get sick it’s your bodies’ way of communicating to you, so to find that underlying cause; my choice would be to consult a Naturopath. My home remedy for ear infections Antibiotics are handed out like candy and unless my life depended on it, I wouldn’t take them. They cause an in-balance in our gut flora and set us up for many other health issues. Colloidal silver has been known as an effective natural anti-biotic for centuries so I always have a bottle of that at hand. When my daughter suffered from ear infections I found the best way to cure them was using garlic and olive oil. I add a clove of garlic to olive oil and then warm the oil just so it’s lukewarm and so the oil is infused with the garlic. I then add a few drops inside the ear then wait several minutes to let the oil go down the ear canal. I have used this method and it definitely works. Natural remedy for colds I haven’t had a cold in a couple of years now as I have come across a great natural way to nip it in the bud before it develops. The important thing is to do this as soon as you feel that scratchy sore throat. When you get that feeling just put a few drops of 3 percent Hydrogen Peroxide (you can buy at chemists) into each ear. You will hear a crackling sound which is completely normal. Wait until the bubbling subsides (usually 5-10 minutes) then drain onto a tissue and repeat in the other ear. I swear by this one. The number one way to avoid any kind of illness in the first place is to ensure you have a strong immune system, which is my main objective. Keeping my Vitamin D levels at optimal (between 60-70ngl/ml), getting enough sleep (bed by 10), NOT over-exercising, avoiding sugar and avoiding stress are my ‘live by’ rules. ■
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