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The Best Tips For Those Training For A Marathon Photo via Pixabay by Skeeze   For anyone interested in becoming a runner–or for runners interested in participating in a marathon — it’s important to do some research first on what exactly goes into the sport. While it’s a great way to get (or stay) in shape, it can also be hard on your body if done improperly, and many precautions need to be taken to ensure you stay healthy and safe while you’re participating.   One of the first things a runner should know is that the right shoes can make you or break you. Don’t listen to recommendations from a friend, as every shoe fits differently on a different foot. Take your time looking around at the shoe store, and get your foot measured and the shoe fitted properly before you make a decision.   “Get fitted at a pro running store. If you are serious about completing a full marathon, it’s worth the investment. Spend time getting the perfect shoe for your foot. Your friend may convince you…

The Fortza Nutrition Philosophy is composed of ten rules that when followed, will prime your body to perform at its best. Your body will increase its energy capabilities while decreasing acidity and inflammation. The result will be a younger, healthier, leaner and happier you. Have you ever seen a flower wither when it’s out of water? It turns brown, it crumples inward, and it loses its vitality and resilience. Your body is as dependent on water as the said plant. In fact, you’re about 60% water. You can imagine how dehydration affects you. Dehydration is not something to take lightly. It indicates that your body doesn’t have enough water to carry on with its day to day processes. Even mild dehydration can lead to decreased athletic performance and lethargy. In contrast, optimal hydration will help your body reach optimal metabolic function. Water carries waste away from your cells, and nutrients to them so you can perform through your workout and your workday seamlessly. Optimal hydration keeps your body flexible and alert, physically and mentally. Hydration helps maintain electrolyte balance, and it…

Learn and put into use our latest rule from the Fortza Fit Rules of Nutrition to get into your best shape yet, and feel your body function at the peak of its powers. These rules support cell health, and this increase your energy capabilities, while decreasing inflammation and acidity. This results in a truly younger, healthier and happier you, and a metabolic system that runs smoothly. Here’s the next rule of the Fortza Fit Rule of Nutrition number six: Now that we have settled the importance of vegetables as a primary form of food in every meal, lets focus now on animal proteins. We’re talking about beef, pork, poultry and more. How amazing is protein? Now I’m getting started, To begin, protein is the most satiating nutrient, it keeps you full longer, and it keeps you away from unhealthy snacks and cravings that go against your fitness goals. Eating protein also has a thermic effect, so you’ll burn more calories when digesting them, than when you’re digesting fat or carbs. This can bump up your metabolism and decrease the probability of storing fat. Also,…