Live a Purpose Filled Lives in 2012 and Beyond!

Good Morning Family...A couple more days until 2012! Are you ready? Are you ready to make changes in your life? Are you ready to Live YOUR purpose??!! We were ALL put here on this earth for a purpose! I don't believe we are here just to "hang out" and take up space! Get to know YOUR purpose and LIVE it so you can make a DIFFERENCE in YOUR life and the lives of everyone you touch!

If “Fat Loss” is so simple, then why is everyone still fat?
Recent studies show that 95% of dieters regain the weight they lost and more often than not end up heavier than when they started. What do the 5% who lose weight and keep it off know that the others don't?



Check out Sean Croxton's New Book! ~>Click Here!

P90X2 is HERE!! ...Finally!

YMCA 42ND RESOLUTION RUN (5k Run OR 1 Mile walk)

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Run with Sirius Fitness this year. The event highlights include:


Course starts and finishes in beautiful Balboa Park on Friday, December 30, 2011 @ 12:15 pm

Free Parking.

Event is open to adults, children and dogs.

5k run or 1 mile walk.

12:15 noon start, 5K and 1 mile course available.

Fitness Oath. All participants have the chance pledge before a judge to be fit for 2012.

Medals presented to first man, woman, child, & dog.

Wheelchairs, pets and baby strollers welcome.

Silent Auction that includes items such as restaurant gift certificates, outings and more!

Free Mini Raffle open to all participants



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Location:Balboa Park (San Diego)

My Favorite Post Workout Nutrition!

Obese Third Grader Taken From Mom, Placed in Foster Care

Obese Third Grader Taken From Mom, Placed in Foster Care: A Cleveland third grader who weighed more than 200 pounds was taken from his mother after officials reportedly said she did not do enough to help the boy, who suffered from a weight-related health issue, to lose weight. “They are trying to make it seem...

My Little Buddy runs the Keebler Kids Marathon Mile 2011

My Little Buddy runs the Keebler Kids Marathon Mile 2011 from Nasara Gargonnu on Vimeo.

Sudden Deaths In Races | Ask the Sports Doc

Sudden Deaths In Races | Ask the Sports Doc

Join the Sirius Fitness 30-Day Challenge!

What can you do in 30 Days?

*Form positive Life-long Health and Wellness Habits

*Lose Bodyfat

*Lose Weight

*Get Stronger

*Reduce Clothing size

*Walk Longer

*Motivate Others!...Motivate Others!...Motivate Others!

*...And much, much MORE!



There are many things you can accomplish in 30 days of consistent, focused behavior and through this challenge we will do just that!

This is the Breakdown: (In my brain, I have so much info to pass on, but I think making this short, sweet and to the point is BEST!)

1- Weigh-in, take measurements and also have your Bodyfat checked if you are able. (You can also take pictures)

2- Determine a "attainable" 30 day goal

3- GET THAT NUTRITION IN ORDER! (I'm gonna borrow the Phrase from Underground Wellness' Fitness Guru SEAN CROXTON...J E R F (JUST EAT REAL FOOD)

a) Cut the white products and processed food products (http://naturalbias.com/how-to-eliminate-sugar-from-your-diet/)

b) Give yourself ONE "Cheat" meal once a week as a reward. (Cheat meal...NOT Cheat DAY! lol!) This is optional!

c) Those days you are "on the run" and don't have time to cook... Try Shakeology (http://www.SiriusShake.com/) or a nutrient dense supplement (I personally drink Shakeology once a day...contact me for more info)

4- Commit to workout at minimum 4-5 times a week (or more) with at least day of rest. Get to the gym, Walk, Run, Jog, Hike, Yoga, do P90X, Insanity, TurboFire, etc..., check out a "Free" local "Fit Club" (Like Sirius Fitness Fit Club if you are in San Diego) We Want All of our folks to do the 30/40/50 Challenge~> 30 pushups...40 squats...50 crunches...If you do this every day I guarantee you in 30 days you will notice a difference.

5-Join the "30 Day Challenge w/ Sirius Fitness" Facebook GROUP (https://www.facebook.com/groups/276017602429439/?ref=ts) to list comments, concerns, progress, pics, advice, etc...

GOOD LUCK AND LETS REACH OUR GOALS FOR 30 DAYS and BEYOND...

Sciatica Exercises and Sciatica Pain Relief for a Herniated Disc

Sciatica Exercises and Sciatica Pain Relief for a Herniated Disc

Judge Mathis weighs in on Troy Davis' execution: "Georgia has blood on its hands!"

Judge Mathis weighs in on Troy Davis' execution: "Georgia has blood on its hands!"

Upcoming Runs for Sirius Fitness!

Sirius Fitness will be participating in the following upcoming runs for the rest of the 2011 Season!

September:

9/11 Heroes Run -(San Diego) Sunday, September 11, 2011 @ 8:00 AM SITE

2011 10th Annual Boot Camp Challenge 3 Mile Obstacle course Run. 09/24/2011 Saturday 9:00 am SITE

October:

25th Annual Light the Night Against Crime 5k 10/22/2011 Saturday 7:00 pm SITE

Superhero Mile Run & Kids Costume Run 10/29/2011 Saturday 8:00 am SITE

November:

The 15th Annual Komen San Diego Race for the Cure 5K Run/Walk 11/06/2011 Sunday 8:00 am SITE

10th Annual Father Joe's Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk 2011 11/24/2011 Thursday 8:00 am SITE

December:

Zappos.com Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Sunday, December 4, 2011 SITE

Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk for Arthritis, Rudolph's Reindeer Run for Kids and Event Expo 12/10/2011 Saturday 7 am SITE

Have you pre-ordered P90X2 yet? It's TIME!

Have you pre-ordered #P90X2 yet? Due to high demand, order now to receive by Dec. 25th! You can PRE-ORDER P90X2 TODAY! By pre-ordering here you also get FREE SHIPPING and 2 FREE bonus workouts from the P90X one on one series. In addition you'll automatically be entered to win weekly P90X2 prizes and a chance to win the grand prize of Tony Horton personally delivering your P90X2 program. Pre-ordering guarantees delivery of the program well before the holidays. The only way to get P90X2 before 2012 is to PREORDER.

PRE-ORDER HERE~> P90X2

Check out this Documentary-FORKS OVER KNIVES

This documentary: "FORKS OVER KNIVES examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods. The major storyline in the film traces the personal journeys of a pair of pioneering researchers, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn."



FOR MORE INFO OR TO ORDER THE BOOK AND/OR VIDEO GO TO: http://www.forksoverknives.com/

Get ready to Pre-order P90X2™

Currently in development, P90X2 is the sequel to Beachbody's best-selling workout program, P90X. With P90X2 workout, P90X grads can get even stronger, more flexible, and more ripped. This program is designed for maximum intensity and efficiency. In fact, this completely new 90-day program features cutting-edge workouts so intense, we only let you do them 5 days a week.

P90X2™ FAQ (Pre-Order it!)

Q. What happens if I don't pre-order?
A. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee you'll be able to get a copy of P90X2
before 2012 if you don't pre-order now.

Q. How is P90X2 different from P90X®?
A. Consider P90X2 the next wave in applied science for body transformation.
Like P90X®, it's a complete 90-day program, but with all-new, cutting-edge
workouts grounded in the most modern thinking in sports science. It takes the
principles of the P90X® concept and cranks up the intensity with exercises that
demand every ounce of your balance, agility, core strength, and athleticism.

Q. When will P90X2 be available?
A. December, 2011. (Note: a Spanish language version will be available in
January 2012.)

Q. What's included in P90X2?
A. P90X2 Base Kit:
• 12 workouts on 13 DVDs or 4 Blu-ray discs
• Fitness Guide
• Nutrition Guide
• 90-day Workout Calendar

P90X2 Deluxe Kit:
• Includes everything in the P90X2 Base Kit, plus:
• 2 Bonus Advanced P90X2 Workouts
• 1 Foam Roller
• 1 55cm Premium Stability Ball
• 2 8-lb Medicine Balls

P90X2 Ultimate Kit:
• Includes everything in the P90X2 Base Kit, plus:
• 2 Bonus Advanced P90X2 Workouts
• 1 Pro-Grade Foam Roller
• 1 55cm Premium Stability Ball
• 2 8-lb Medicine Balls

Q. Is there a Coach / Team Beachbody® exclusive offer for P90X2?
A. Yes, you get two FREE DVD workouts, P90X One on One: 4 Legs, and P90X
One on One: Upper Body Balance, when you order from your Coach (www.SiriusCoach.com)

Q. How do I order P90X2?
A. Starting September 1, you can pre-order P90X2 through your Coach at www.SiriusCoach.com.

Q. What types of exercises are in the program?
A. Phase One focuses on your foundation. It includes X2 Core, which works the
core using instability; X2 Balance & Power, which incorporates strength and
explosive movements; and more. Phase Two focuses on strength with workouts
like Plyocide, combining explosive movements with mind and coordination drills;
Chest, Back & Balance, the mega pump of P90X Chest & Back with the addition
of unstable platforms. Phase Three focuses on performance. It includes P.A.P.
Lower and P.A.P. Upper, two separate workouts using a cutting-edge training
technique used by some of the fittest athletes on the planet. These are a series
of repeated movements or "complexes" that will absolutely destroy you.

Q. What equipment do I need?
A. All you need to do P90X2 is a couple of dumbbells or resistance bands, a
place to do pull-ups, and about an hour a day. A pro grade stability ball, two 8-
lb. medicine balls, and a foam roller are strongly recommended, too.

Q. What if I want a less strenuous program?
A. If you decide you aren't ready to tackle P90X2 yet but still want to get in
great shape fast, we recommend starting with a less extreme program, such as
10-Minute Trainer® or Power 90®. Beachbody® offers a wide variety of incredible
fitness programs for all levels and goals, so you're sure to find the one that's right
for you.

Q. I subscribed to P90X® ONE on ONE Volume 3. How do I place my order?
A. Starting September 1st, you can call customer service at 1 (800) 470-7870. Tell
the service representative that you purchased ONE on ONE Volume 3 and you'll
be given further details.

What is Sirius Fitness Run and Fit Club?

I have created The Sirius Fitness Run & Fit Club of individuals of all levels who want the camaraderie of folks who want to run and exercise for fun, fitness or fulfillment of their own personal goals. We are here to assist, encourage, impart knowledge and have fun working out and running together…and of course using this as a means to stay and/or become fit!

We will also utilize this Meetup using lectures, workshops, films, field trips, blogs, etc... to educate individuals about health and wellness. We have had Free lectures from Naturopathic Practicioners, Nutritional Specialists, alternative health Practicioners, etc... and we have an array of resources to give YOU, our members, what you need.

We run, we walk, we Work YOU out! - Join our group at~> CLICK ME

PS: "Like" my Facebook Page...Coach Nasara's "Get You Fit" Club (Fitness and Health "STUFF"...I need 1000 likes by September 28th...HELP!)

Sirius Fitness @ IDEA World Fitness 2011

Children like Shakeology too!

The 2nd Annual "Rebirth in Wellness" Holistic Health and Fitness Expo!

Sirius Fitness held it’s 2nd Annual “Rebirth in Wellness” Holistic Health and Fitness Expo,which took place at Malcolm X Library and Performing Arts Center on Saturday August 6th from 10-1pm. This event’s main purpose was to enlighten the participants of the importance of Healthy Nutrition and Exercise as a precursor to optimum health.

The incredible day started with an opening greeting and a quick overview of the mission of the event before introducing the first presenter. The presenters included: Raw Food Chef, Joan Jackson, who spoke about the health benefits of a Raw Food diet, Mark Jones, Fitness Professional, who provided Holistic nutritional information, Auset Price, natural hair stylist and owner of ‘Hair Esteem Internatural’, who spoke about the importance of “Natural Healthy Hair” and Tiffany Janay, co-owner of Organic Blood, who spoke about her personal journey to Holistic Wellness. The fitness lineup consisted of ZUMBA, OneFitJam! and Sirius Fitness Boot Camp wrapping up the day of wellness! There were also health and wellness vendors giving out “free” information and products.

The audience was very engaged with the presenters as they lectured on the various subjects, asking questions and participating in the discussions. The presenters also brought healthy foods to sample, showed informative power point presentations and videos and gave “heart-felt” personal testimonies that seemed to “move” the attendees. Tracy Gillum-Willis commented about this being an “informative event” and “...great stuff!”, Jamaica Jacobson said, "I had a great time. I loved all the free info and recipe books. I'm going to encourage my friends to come with me next time." while Tammie West-Ramsom stated, “I’m a winner, because I am here soaking in all this free education.”

Now, regarding fitness! Mark Jones and OneFitJam! Got the crowd moving and hearts pumping with aerobic moves, while Gema Diaz got everyone rocking with ZUMBA Fitness! The event wrapped up with Nasara Gargonnu of Sirius Fitness Run and Fit Club giving the crowd a taste of their unique Boot Camp! The crowd’s mind and body was stimulated as the event ended and they were told to “Save the Date” for the next Holistic Fair taking place on November 5th.

Laughter is the Best Medicine: Conscious Comedy Explosion! Gospel Extravaganza feat. A.J. Jamal

FIRST...Read about The Health Benefits of Humor

Then..."BACK By Popular Demand! A.J. Jamal is returning in San Diego on FRIDAY JULY 1st for the 2nd Conscious Comedy Explosion! Gospel Jam at Total Deliverance Worship Center!"

A.J. Jamal is known as the "King of Clean Comedy" if you haven't seen him live yet, you have missed out on 25 years of pure hysterical humor that only A.J. Jamal can give!

A.J. is best known for his various television appearances on: “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno, HBO’s “Comic Relief ”, “Show Time at the Apollo” and the Ace Award winning television series, “Comic Justice” on Comedy Central and “In Living Color”

Get your tickets at: http://consciouscomedyexplosion.ticketleap.com/

Check out this clip...which happens to be about "Fitness"...

Support Juren, Poetri's Wife, in getting an Adult Stem cell Transplant

Ask Dr. Andy: Second-Hand Smoking and Cancer

Some "Healthy advice from San Diego's own, Dr. Andy Baldwin on NBC News!

View more videos at: http://www.nbcsandiego.com.

Beachbody Coaches "working it out" on KTLA News!

Yes people...this is for real! Several of MY fellow coaches (Charles Magby and Debra Portee) were "front and center" getting their "workout" on! We love being Beachbody Coaches, because not only do we make changes in ourselves, but we can touch so many others! Think about it!



BECOME A COACH!

Shakeology** creator Darin Olien finds the best superfoods in the world (FOX News)

Superfoods For Your Good Health: MyFoxLA.com

**What is Shakeology?? (<~Click)

Eat Organic Food at Runner's World

Eat Organic Food at Runner's World

Sirius Fit Tips

Sirius Fitness Run and Fit Club Fit Tips by Nasara ~ #1

PLEASE re-rack your weights at the gym! Who in the heck wants to get to a bench and have to lift off 700 pounds that some of these "SuperHuman" body builders left on the bench in order to get your workout on. Be considerate! Thanks.

It's not too late to shed fat and lbs. for the Summer! Try the 3-Day Shakeology Cleanse!

**KEEP IN MIND YOU CAN START THIS CLEANSE ANYTIME, BUT THE SOONER THE BETTER AND YOU CAN DO IT WITH A GROUP OF COMMITTED FOLKS!

What you need to do:
order your Shakeology now so you are ready to start ASAP. Go to www.siriusshake.com to order a full bag (30 day supply), costs you $120 plus shipping or become a coach & click monthly ship & get for $89.95 & free shipping. If you only want to order 9 packets to cover your 3 day cleanse let me know I can mail them to you once you send me payment to my paypal account www.paypal.com send $55.00 money to siriusfitness@gmail.com & make sure you send me an inbox on facebook with your mailing address.

If you are local (San Diego) we can coordinate a pickup/dropoff point and you only have to pay $45

The Shake Cleanse is meant to jump start you in your fitness, break a plateau or shred pounds fast & effectively in a healthy way. Please share your success in just 3 days!

Injuries suck!

Yes! Injuries Suck! I pushed my body last Month and it came to a screeching halt! Well...I've been coping with Achilles tendonitis and when I checked it out on the web this is what it said:

"The Achilles tendon attaches the heel to the calf muscle. This is a common injury for runners, tennis players, cyclists, rollerbladers and high heel wearers, among others. Stretching the foot, calf and hamstrings can help alleviate this injury. In some cases, you may need to stop exercising for a few days. Ice is a good remedy but avoid stretching or strengthening exercises that put pressure on the heel." ~Debbie Hickey

"...stop exercising for a few days" ???? HUH?, WHAT? "Well...I have classes to teach...a 1/2 Marathon to get ready for...I have had trouble sitting still and resting...but, finally finally, finally... I finally came to realization that if I just sat my butt down and rested my foot then it would get better and heal. I think this is common problem among "fitness" professionals, "fitness" enthusiasts and "fitness" fanatics! We know we should rest but that "darn" bug just keeps biting us and instead of ignoring that 6:30 TKB class, you find yourself in the front row jumping, burpee-ing and "jab-cross-hook-upper cutting" yourself to further injury. Sigh!

I have still worked out, but (contrary to what others around me think) I have taken it easy and now I'm on the verge of being fully healed. All this is to say...please when you are injured make sure you rest and find some other means to occupy your "intense" fitness regimen (other than "Depressed-That-I-Cant-Workout" eating<~ whisper**I did a little of that**) I'm happy I actually stayed away from some intense classes and intense workouts (ie...Insanity Asylum) because I cannot afford to be out "of the game" for an extended period of time!

Check this article out~> What to Do When Fitness Injury Strikes

Climb Michi's Ladder to Wellness!

michi: n. road; path; method; "The Way."

What is Michi's Ladder? <~ CLICK...

You wanna lose weight and get more fit for the Summer...for Yourself...for Your Husband/Wife...for Your HEALTH?? Well...you can use Michi's Ladder as a food substitution guide to assist you in making Healthy eating choices. There are five (5) tiers of foods, One (1) and two (2) being the highest and "Best" food choices and three (3) to five (5) the lowest and "not-so-good" choices. It's simple...Eat mostly from the first two tiers and sparingly (or not at all) from the last three tiers and OF COURSE add Fitness and Exercise to the mix!

If you focus on Michi's substitution guide, eat 5-6 small, balanced and clean (free of too many preservatives) meals a day and combine it with 5-6 days of exercise you will headed closer to the goal of "a Healthier and Fit YOU!"

Personally, I am beginning this lifestyle change in May (May 2nd to be exact) and I plan to check out my results in June! I already eat well and exercise, but sometimes you get stuck on plateaus and you need that extra Kick in the Butt to get you off that plateau. (In this case I'm using a ladder) Join me as I climb Michi's Ladder as my nutritionist and Shaun T as my trainer! (Yeah, I decided to get with some folks to do the new and improved Insanity workout...Insanity Asylum!)

Sooooo...for the next 30 days I'm hitting it hard on the Nutrition and the Fitness! Who is with me? Are you ready? Are you ready to Win? Are you ready to climb this ladder with me?

More info on Michi's Ladder~> CLICK

More info on Insanity Asylum~> CLICK

Tony "P90X" Horton sharing 5 "Simple" moves to "get you Beachbody ready!"

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

Try Shakeology! ->Featured in Oprah's "O" Magazine!

Yup...O Magazine checks out the Superfoods in Shakeology...and The Benefits of Superfoods! So run to your news stand and pick up the May 2011 issue! But until then a question you are probably asking yourself is...WHAT IS SHAKEOLOGY???! Lets take a looksee~>

Make Your Own Fresh High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

Make Your Own Fresh High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Friday, 03 December 2010

© 2011 - MyBestHealthPortal

Written by... Jeff Behar

Laughter is good for the soul!

“Your sense of humor is one of the most powerful tools you have to make certain that your daily mood and emotional state support good health.” ~ Paul E. McGhee, Ph.D.

1. Laughter relaxes the whole body. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after.
2. Laughter boosts the immune system. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.
3. Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain.
4. Laughter protects the heart. Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and increases blood flow, which can help protect you against a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.

We got OUR "laugh on" at the Pechanga Comedy Club in Temecula, CA, as we saw Comedian Legend ("King of Clean Comedy)...AJ Jamal and up and coming Actor/Comedian, Brandon T Jackson (seen in Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, Big Momma 3 and Fast & Furious.)

Insanity Asylum: The Insanity Continues!

Insanity Asylum: The Insanity Continues!

I thought the Madness was Over???? Not even! I thought the Insanity Workout was the most extreme workout ever put on DVD. Nope! How in the heck could it get any more difficult?? (CHECK OUT THE VIDEO!) In all honesty...if you are a beginner, pregnant, not willing to work hard, or do not consistently do high-impact exercise this is not for you!

Order your copy of the Inanity Asylum Here!

Help me run the San Diego Rock ~n~ Roll Half Marathon

Help me run the San Diego Rock ~n~ Roll Half Marathon <~Click to Donate

Greeting folks...I'm looking for help raising the $125 to sponsor the The Dodge Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego 1/2 Marathon for me. (This run benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)...any additional MONEY will be donated to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or to sponsor youth in the Inaugural ING KiDS ROCK San Diego. ING KiDS ROCK, is a non-timed, non-competitive event for children in grades K – 7!

Finishing Chelsea's Run was inspiring!

I'm so glad my family went to and Finished... The Inaugural 'Finish Chelsea's Run' this past Saturday March 5th (2011). It was great to witness the outpouring of love for this young girl who was taken from her family and friends far too early. Chelsea was a Poway High School senior, who disappeared while jogging on the trails in Rancho Bernardo. There were close to 5000 runners/walkers and supporters out in Balboa Park (San Diego) and it was so heart warming to see them all there for the same cause! It was obvious that Chelsea touched many lives and inspired many people. It is sad that she had to lose her life to make an impact.

I usually go to these run events on my own, but this time I brought the whole family to witness what I thought would be a special event in the community. As an adult I knew why I was there and what it represented, but it was wonderful seeing my five year old drawing hearts (as well as Spiderman) on the "Inspiration Wall" created for Chelsea's memory. It was an honor to be there as a family as my wife and I celebrated our anniversary at this "family" event.
(My wife, Makena even got interviewed at the event~> She's the one with the big afro...Lol!)

View more videos at: http://www.nbcsandiego.com.

Well...we look forward to celebrating Chelsea's life next year and we hope to bring many more people along with us to witness this great event honoring a person taken away Way too soon! R.I.P. Chelsea!

"Blood Type Diet" or Vegan?

Well, the last almost 30 days I've been Vegan and loving it. (except for some extra gas from soy...gotta cut back on that! Lol!) Now I've re-discovered the "Blood Type Diet" and in my case, it makes sense! I read the book a long time ago but I didn't really adopt the practices of the diet, but I really feel that I should at least try and see if adopting it makes a difference. Now according to the diet, since I'm a Type O...

"More than any other blood type, O’s rely on physical exercise to maintain physical health and emotional balance. Dr. D’Adamo suggests that Type O’s engage in regular physical activity three to four times per week. For best results, engage in aerobic activity for thirty to forty five minutes at least four times per week. If you are easily bored, choose two or three different exercises and vary your routine."

Now does that sound like me?? Heck yes! Also, they go on to say...

"To avoid becoming overstressed, Dr. D’Adamo recommends following the Type O diet, which focuses on lean, organic meats, vegetables and fruits and avoid wheat and dairy which can be triggers for digestive and health issues in Type O. Additionally, he suggests that Type O’s avoid caffeine and alcohol."

Now, I can do that, except I want to stay away from the meats, organic or not! (I'll go back to my salmon and tilapia if I need to) Now...I'm over dairy and wheat (bread especially...I will miss wheat pasta) and I don't drink alcohol or coffee, so I can handle that. It also says I can still eat my Quinoa (Complete Vegan Protein) so I can still practice Veganism most of the time! I was worried about fish because I have considered eating some fish every once in awhile, but they answered my question...

"...a diet rich in saltwater fish and kelp to help regulate the thyroid gland..."

So...I'm going to still stay vegan until I do a little more research on this. Anyone out there with any experience with this diet or any suggestions, it would be greatly appreciated!

The Inaugural 2011 Finish Chelsea’s Run (Online Registration is now closed!)

INAUGURAL “FINISH CHELSEA’S RUN”
March 5th, 2011, 7:30 a.m.
Balboa Park
5K Road Race & Fun Run/Walk

Hey San Diego! Join us this saturday...Come out and support a good cause

"In the weeks following the passing of stand-out high school scholar and athlete Chelsea King, a handful of members of the San Diego running community were so affected by her loss that they asked some of their friends to meet one Saturday to finish the run Chelsea started on February 25 in Rancho Bernardo Community Park."

Online registration is now closed. Race day registration will open at 6 a.m. near 6th Avenue and Palm in Balboa Park. The cost is $40 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under.

PS: Lets meet near the registration table between 7-7:15 and lets wear Orange and Black!

Dr. Mark Messina Discusses Soy and Men's Health

I still am having some problems with soy. I love the taste, I love the Health benefits, but it has been giving me too much gas! ;-D I don't drink soymilk (I drink Almond Milk...YUM!), but I do have the veggie "meat" and I have been eating a lot of it lately! (I probably just need to cut down on my intake)

30 day Wellness Blitz!

Our Beachbody family is getting ready for the National Super Saturday, Part II on April 9th, so I decided to create a "BLITZ" for the next month to get ready for this event! I'm challenging folks out there in the Facebook Family, Twitterverse, MySpace crew and family and friends to join me in this "Wellness Blitz"! All those who want to make changes in their health and wellness and are serious about it check this out! ~> Get on a Beachbody program (ie. P90X, Insanity Asylum, TurboFire, etc...) and/or the Nutritional product, Shakeology for a minimum of 30 days (remember there is a 30-Day Money back guarantee) and watch the transformation! If you are consistent, are willing to work hard and want to REALLY make a change this is for you!

Check out www.SiriusCoach.com and contact me for any additional information! See you at the top!

Have a blog? Want to win a $100? Check out the Swanson Health Blog.

Have a blog? Want to win a $100? Check out the Swanson Health Blog.

1Cor.6:19-20~"...your body is a temple..."

Not to get preachy, but...
"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies" (1Cor.6:19-20)

Come take a Hike...up Cowles Mt.

"Hey, you wanna hike Cowles Mt. this weekend?", "Heck NO! I ain't climbing no mountain. That's for those crazy folks!" That is usually the response I get from people when I ask the to join me on Cowles Mt. "What is Cowles Mt. and why should I climb it?" is another question I get from folks who never tried it. Well... Cowles Mt. is a Mountain in San Diego, located on the corner of Golfcrest Drive and Navajo Road, within Mission Mission Trails Park. It is 1.5 miles up and 1.5 miles down (giving you a roundtrip journey of 3 miles). Why do we do it? We do it for the challenge, for fitness, to clear our minds, to inspire us to achieve goals, for dares, to impress girls or guys, for fun...the list of reasons go on and on.
Many groups, clubs, teams, individuals, etc... make the trek every day (some twice in one day!) and continue to do it for their individual reasons. My group, Sirius Fitness Run and Fit Club make it a habit to hike at least once a week. I personally am doing it to prepare for a Half Marathon which requires me to run much of those grueling 13.1 miles uphill! I encourage individuals to do it for their overall health. That is my driving force! When commenting on their journey up and down Cowles Mt. some members used descriptions such as... hard, fun, inspiring, invigorating, challenging, refreshing, great and some I can't mention...LOL! Yolanda K. said, "Wow! my calves hurt for almost a week after the first workout.. whoa!!" We get a GOOD WORKOUT too!

My challenge to you is to come and challenge YOURSELF and reach that peak, climb that mountain, conquer that hill and keep your eye on the prize. The prize is Health, Wellness and an Optimum Life! We take on Cowles every Saturday Morning at 7am. For more information go to www.meetup.com/siriusfitness (join our FREE Fit club) or email me at siriusfitness@gmail.com. PEACE and HEALTH!

Nasara Gargonnu

(Reprinted from Voice and Viewpoint Feb. issue)

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I found my frozen yogurt replacement! (I think!)

Oh My Goodness! During this Vegan diet I have discovered new non-dairy, non-egg, non-animal protein alternatives which are healthy and tasty as well! Today I was walking through Vons just looking for alternatives to my frozen yogurt craving and I found Almond Dream Bites! YUMMY! I have had a hard time in the past finding an alternative to Ice Cream and Frozen yogurt, but I think I finally found it! Try it...You'll love it! The next on the agenda is the Soy Dream Frozen Dessert! I hope I can replace my yogurt with it, because I really want to continue with my dairy free lifestyle!