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Staying well

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Find some helpful tips on staying well and staving off a cold while you train. Enjoy a tall glass of chocolate milk for your post exercise beverage of choice!

Staying Well:

Moderate activity may enhance immune function above sedentary levels; however excessive amounts of prolonged, high-intensity exercise induce negative effects on immune function. Consider adopting the following practices to minimize the risk of infection:

· Avoid contact with people with symptoms of infection

· Avoid large crowds

· Wash hands regularly, particularly after touching surfaces that are frequently handled by the public, such as doorknobs, handrails, and telephone receivers

· Avoid hand-to-eye and hand-to-mouth contact

· Maintain good oral hygiene

· Never share drink bottles or cutlery

· Avoid shared saunas, showers, and Jacuzzis

· Be aware that you may be particularly vulnerable after training or competition

· Remember that good personal hygiene and thoughtfulness are the best defenses against respiratory infection.

· Obtain adequate rest

Chocolate Milk for Recovery:
A number of recent studies add to a growing body of evidence suggesting milk may be just as effective as some commercial sports drinks in helping athletes recover and rehydrate. Chocolate milk has the advantage of additional nutrients not found in most traditional sports drinks. Studies suggest that when consumed after exercise, milk's mix of high-quality protein and carbohydrates can help refuel exhausted muscles. The protein in milk helps build lean muscle and recent research suggests it may reduce exercise-induced muscle damage. Milk also provides fluids for rehydration and minerals like calcium, potassium and magnesium that recreational exercisers and elite athletes alike need to replace after strenuous activity.

Posted : Thursday, January 28, 2010 by : Julie