2016 June Issue Max Sports & Fitness Magazine

ULTRA PREMIUM MULTI SOURCE PROTEIN!
SCIENCE ALERT - THE SECRET BEHIND POSITIVE NITROGEN BALANCE
Single source proteins are quickly absorbed into the bloodstream,

and provide only a short period of what is referred to as positive
nitrogen balance. This is the optimal state for muscle growth and
recovery. Even the highest quality whey isolate only maintains
positive nitrogen balance for a little over an hour. This can be
beneficial in some cases like immediately before or after a workout
but is not the most effective way to build lean muscle over time.
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References:
1. Ziegenfuss TN, Landis J. Protein. In: Antonio J, Kalman D, Stout JR, Greenwood M, Willoughby DS, Haff, GG, eds. Essentials of Sports Nutrition and Supplements. Totowa, NJ: Humana Press, a part of Spring Science+Business Media, LLC, 2008:251-266.
2. Tipton KD, Elliott TA, Cree MG, et al. Ingestion of casein and whey proteins results in muscle anabolism after resistance exercise. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2004 Dec;36(12):2073-81.
3. Reidy PT, Walker DK, Dickinson JM, et al. Protein blend ingesting following resistance exercise promotes human muscle protein synthesis. J Nutr. 2013 apr;143(4):410-6.
4. Boirie Y, Dangin M, Gachon P, et al. Slow and fast dietary proteins differently modulate postprandial protein accretion. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. 1997;94(26):14930-14935.
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HEALTH
16 Surgery Abroad?
Medical Tourism is becoming

increasingly popular around the
world, and for good reason:
patients can get excellent care
at a much more affordable price.
Find out more here.
FITNESS
26 Destination Fitness
Travelers are looking for more

than just a relaxing vacation.
They want adventure, they want
healing, they want more. Here
is a round-up of fitness/wellness destinations you'll want to
add to your bucket lists.
30 Fit To Travel
Whether you're traveling for

business or pleasure, you don't
want to lose the momentum
of your fitness journey or the
gains you've made thus far.
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Kelley Patrick, founder of Fit In

Transit, shares excellent tips for
how to stay on track and pack in a
workout anywhere you go!
TEAM MAX
32 Rockin' with Ari
Each month, we host a Q&A with

one of Max Muscle's elite
Team Max athletes. This month,
meet Ari Mihalopoulos, a super fit
musician.
RESULTS
34 Life Turned 'Round
Jonatan Aguilar-Aranda was told

he wouldn't live past 35. He
didn't listen. But a couple of
serious health scares finally
woke him up. Now he's
addicted to health and fitness
and wants to share his
passion with others.
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52 Exotic Superfoods
From Kukicha Twig Tea to the

Kakadu Plum, here is a sampling of
foods and drinks that you should put
on your foodie adventure list. Plus,
safety tips for eating abroad.
38 Swim Fashion
Beautiful ladies, gorgeous swim

suits. It's all here.
44 Take It To Go
Products for men who are on

the go!
SCIENCE
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Here is a round-up of products

to help you get a gorgeous faux
glow and keep it!
56 Lean & Shredded
If you are wanting to lean down,

build muscle, and increase strength,
Max Muscle Nutrition has one
product that will help all three. And,
it's scientifically backed. Find out the
research that drove the development of this amazing product.
NUTRITION
50 12 Ways To Travel Healthy
From easy food fixes to snack

suggestions to other important
tips, here is how to stay on track
while on the road.
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THE WORLD IS A BOOK AND

THOSE WHO DO NOT TRAVEL
READ ONLY ONE PAGE.
AUGUSTINE OF HIPPO
SINCE I WAS A CHILD, I've had

wanderlust. Maybe it was the
missionaries who came to my
church and talked about far-away
lands, or my wild imagination
on road trips from Texas to California where I inevitably found myself
daydreaming about Native Americans on horseback riding through wide
open spaces. My dream job as a 12-year-old was to write for National
Geographic and travel the world, live in various cultures and write
about them. I've been to Japan, Italy, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland,
Canada, Mexico, Central America, and all over the United States. If I
don't get to travel, I start feeling panicky. It's like the world is constantly
calling to me and I must answer.
So, with all that said, maybe you can understand why I find it so
incomprehensible that some people never even make it out of the state
in which they were born and raised. There is a giant world waiting out
there with all kinds of tremendous experiences, yet some people never
feel they have to see any of it. This is a tragedy to me.
You see, I believe traveling broadens our minds and opens our eyes
to how very small our lives are or how very short our history is here in
the United States. When you walk the ancient Roman Road in Rome,
you can feel thousands of years of history pulsing through the stones.
When you gaze up at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, you can sense the
enormity of the vast number of people who have collected at the iconic
structure's base to do the very same thing.
When you travel, you discover that we are all connected despite
having different languages or cultures ... we are all still human. We
like music, we love food, we laugh, we cry. One of my favorite travel
memories is when I was inside a shop in Paris and the Maroon 5 song,
"Payphone," began playing overhead. I started singing it and walked by
a Parisian woman who was singing it, too. I can't explain it to you, but
we crossed cultures somehow and bonded in that moment.
This month, we are dedicating much of this issue to travel. From
traveling abroad for medical tourism (and saving quite a bit of money in
the process), to ways to stay on track with your health and fitness goals
while on vacation, to finding interesting places you can go for a fitness/
wellness adventure, plus 12 ways to travel healthy, we hope you'll feel
inspired to get out and see the world even if it is only a nearby city or
state (baby steps, right?).
If I could offer two travel tips, they would be these: when you get to
your destination, try not to have a major agenda or schedule. There's
beauty in spontaneity when you're somewhere other than home. And,
two, book a walking tour with a local tour guide. It's the best way to
see the city and sites, you'll learn a ton of history, and you're getting
exercise, too! The world IS a book, who's ready to read more?
Until next time,
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SUMMER SLIM SALE!!
Available at:
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Talk to your Max Muscle Certified Nutrition Coach for more details. Good for the month of July only. .
PRESIDENT'S POINT
WEVE GOT SOME exciting
news for Max Muscle customers, our

very own Chief Science Officer and
head of product development for
Max Muscle Nutrition, Dr. Phil Harvey,
PhD, RD, FACN, teamed up with Dr.
Guillermo Escalante, DSc, MBA, ATC,
CSCS, at California State University of
San Bernardino to conduct a doubleblind placebo controlled study on our
breakthrough supplement, MaxxTOR.
Not only did the 8-week study conclude that MaxxTOR significantly
increased muscle strength but it also decreased body fat! Building
upon the study done at the University of Tampa on the key ingredient
found in MaxxTOR, Mediator PA, that showed similar results, the study
done at California State University was done on the
actual product MaxxTOR and also included women. The
women's data was presented at the 13th Annual ISSN
(International Society of Sports Nutrition) conference
in Florida in June and the men's data was recently
published in the prestigious Journal of International
Society of Sports Nutrition.
Both Dr. Harvey and Dr. Escalante will be traveling
to more science conferences where the best minds in
the field will be attending to present their cutting-edge
research on MaxxTOR. If you are interested in learning more
about MaxxTOR, read the article on pages 56-57. If you're ready to
experience the amazing results for yourself, go to MaxMuscle.com to
find the store nearest you. MaxxTOR is the only product of its kind on
the market today and its available exclusively at Max Muscle Nutrition
stores nationwide!
While youre visiting the store this month, be sure to check out the
July summer special. For the entire month, when you purchase the new
Total Weight Loss System, you get a bottle of CortiX for FREE. CortiX
was developed by Dr. Harvey to help support healthy cortisol levels.
Cortisol increases in the body when we are under stress and can also be
impacted by intense training, so CortiX is a great product for our active
customers. If you havent tried the Total Weight Loss System yet, its got
three great products designed to help you burn fat, control appetite and
get rid of that excess waste and water that accumulates in the body.
Now is a great time to give it a try to get in shape for summer and get a
FREE bottle of CortiX!
And in August, we are excited to announce we have a new summer
flavor, Caribbean Cooler, added to our already impressive list of flavors
for our No. 1 selling weight-loss drink, Emerge! For the entire month of
August when you purchase the new flavor of Emerge Caribbean Cooler,
you get any other flavor of Emerge for FREE! Thats right, so its the
perfect time to try the new flavor and another flavor of Emerge that you
havent yet tried. Emerge is now available in 16 delicious flavors, so try
a new one on us in August!
Sean Greene is President of Max Muscle Sports Nutrition and executive editor
of Max Sports & Fitness Magazine. E-mail him at sean@maxmuscle.com.
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MAX NATION
Be sure to use the hashtags #maxnation, #maxmusclenutrition,

#maxmuscle, #showmymax, #maxnation and/or
#maxsportsandfitness for a chance to be featured here!
DIGITAL BUZZ
We all love our social media platforms. Here,

we focus on what's happening with Max Nation
in the digital world.
#MaxNationNews
@r2lane says it's a "great day on the

lake catching some small mouth!" We
love his Max Muscle duds!
Max Muscle Nutrition in Columbus, Mississippi shared the news that their Men's Max
Transformation Grand Champion winner was Jeremy Elmore. Jeremy lost 26 pounds
of body fat, increased his lean muscle mass over 4 pounds, and improved his body fat
percentage by 8. He was presented with a Grand Champion prize package and a check
for $1,000. Great job, Jeremy!
@_ulisesaguilar says, "Felt good to be

back in the gym after being sick." We
are glad you're feeling better!!
@Tuel_Shed says, "Each day here is

a success. Every day I'm believing
even more."
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Tom Wiens of Max Muscle Eugene posted photos and details about hosting the legendary
Jay Cutler at the store on June 11th for the store's 5-year anniversary. Here, Jay is pictured
with IFBB Pro Anne Marie Kam. The line was out the door as people waited to meet Jay.
"What a pleasure it was to spend the day with Jay Cutler," Tom wrote. "Thank you goes out
to Jay Cutler for making our 5-year anniversary a GREAT one!!"
#ShowMyMax
People posting pics of the Max Muscle products they love.
Sad, Sad, Day
@tinapruitt ran out of her MaxPro

blueberry protein and had to let
her followers know. Hopefully,
she's been able to get some more
since posting this pic!
Meal
Planning
@SteveWrightNFL says,
"Pre-made meals will
keep eating easy and
you on track. Brown
rice, tri-tip and veggies
= Max Muscle shakes."
@maxmusclegresham says, "I've

been working with him and his wife
for around a year and a half. He
trains HARD. He doesn't QUIT. And
last weekend, all his training paid off! He became
the @traintohunt WA Regional Men's Masters
CHAMPION!! He posted a meat haul time of 18:10
with the next closest time being 22:18! We are so
proud of how far this guy has come and how hard
he worked to get there!!!"
Breakfast?
@ern_mmnutrition
shares his breakfast
of champions after
fasted cardio: 1.5
cups of Apple Jacks
and two scoops of
vanilla protein in 10
oz. of water instead
of milk.
@ellis.drvn shared some deep thoughts

with this pic. You'll have to check out
his Instagram account to read it for
yourself. Keep up the great work, bud!
Day Starter
@maxmuscleantioch
says this is a great
way to start your day:
LiquiCarn and some
educational reading!
Looking
Good!
Max Muscle customers

@ostentaelur and
@j_semmler (photo by
@kcolephotography)
strike a pose with
their favorite Max
Muscle products.
Bobby Hiaasen says, "Meeting 4x

Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler (at Max Muscle
Eugene) couldn't have been more
awesome!"
MAX NATION
FEEDBACK
Results, photos, comments, and thank you's

from people across the United States who make
up the great Max Nation.
We
Meet Again
Max Muscle corporate's own Frank Kunceweiki ran into
Loyal Customer
Since Age 15!!
an old friend and former Max Muscle franchisee

Dave Bourlet at the Jay Cutler Classic at the Ponds Hotel.
In Glendale News...
Photo Above: Kevin Reardon visiting Max

Muscle Glendale at the same time twin
singer/actor Cesar and Thiago from
Panama stopped by the store.
Photo Left: This was taken at the Verdugo
Mountain 10K Trail, Run, and Hike in
Glendale, CA. Jake and Sherby joined the
race to represent Max Muscle Nutrition
Glendale.
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I never thought my physique could ever

look like this. It all started with me coming
into Max Muscle Orangecrest, California
when I was 15 years old. The owner,
Austin Browne, and the all the guys at the
store helped me establish a foundation by
giving me the knowledge and guidance
on nutrition, fitness, and supplements.
Ive always been a smaller guy who
has been doubted his whole life. By doing
a customized meal plan with my friend
and Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach,
David Lackey, along with his advice and
encouragement and the Max Muscle
supplements MaxPro Elite, Max Glutamine,
Pro BCAAs, Max Creatine, GlycoSyn, and
FBX 2.0, Ive been able to get into the
best shape of my life! Just in the past five
weeks Ive been able to put on 15 pounds
of muscle while simultaneously getting rid
of 2.5 percent body faton a bulk!
Currently Im getting ready for my first
bodybuilding competition. It has been
such an exciting journey. Thank you
David and everybody else at Max Muscle
Orangecrest for your help and support!
Jason Rami, 27, California, Riverside, CA
We love hearing from you! Send us your selfies, your motivational photos, your
favorite Max Muscle products, success stories, questions, comments, likes, dislikes,
etc. to editor@maxsportsandfitness.com for a chance to be featured here!

L-R: Jeff Dowd
from Egg Whites,
Larry Houser,
Fullerton Cares
founder; Joe
Medina, Max
Muscle Fullerton,
and Brian
Bartholomew, a
Fullerton Cares
board member.
Happy Customers
MM Fullerton Cares About Autism
For the past six years, Fullerton Cares has been hosting an annual Mardi Gras
for children on the Autism Spectrum and their families. According to founder
Larry Houser, The Mardi Gras event is the most important thing we do by far!!
Everything starts and ends with Mardi Gras for Autism. This event is widely
respected in the autism community and is a standard that is set for an autism
event."
As a parent of an autistic child himself, Joe Medina of Max Muscle Fullerton,
understands the special needs of children on the Autistic Spectrum. It is so
important for our kids to feel like they have a fun event to attend. Often kids on
the Spectrum are unable to attend certain events due to their special needs and/or
limitations. The annual Mardi Gras addresses this type of need for our children.
Max Muscle Fullerton was able to collaborate with Fullerton Cares and
donated Light it Up Blue T-shirts to celebrate the month of awareness, with all
proceeds going to Fullerton Cares. Children and adults alike purchased T-shirts to
wear proudly all month long/all year long.
This years event was amazing, attendance was up, and the community turned
out to support this worthy cause, Larry said.
"Along with my workout regimen and diet, Max

Muscle supplements gave me the results I have
always wanted! Feeling energized, making
improvements every day, losing weight, and I've
gained strength."
Desislava Lipova, 27, Alexandria, VA;
shops at Max Muscle Springfield, VA
Britney's Journey
BRITNEY'S
SUPPLEMENTS:
Cleanse and Lean
Emerge
LiquiCarn
QuadraCuts Night-Time
MaxPro Elite
LipoRed
L-R: Britney Johnson with
Chandrena Perazzo
Vit-Acell
On January 3rd, I entered The Northern California

Fitness Challenge and made the decision to
change my life. I stood there weighing in at
almost 300 pounds. Seeing those numbers made
me feel helpless. I knew I had to change, but I
had no idea were to begin.
Because of Chandrena and Brandon of
Max Muscle Fair Oaks, I stand here today 65
pounds lighter and healthier. They genuinely
cared about my success! I was set up with the
perfect customized meal plan and the perfect
supplements to aid me in my journey. They
taught me a lot about self control, strength, and
determination. I never thought this was possible.
I truly thought I was going to be overweight
forever, but Max Muscle showed me different.
Thank you Max Muscle for everything! My
journey has just begun!!
"I call [Jonathan Phillips at Max Muscle Huntington

Beach] the mad genius because he is so
informative about the products he sells and
he really asks the right questions to get me to
the correct answer for what my body needs
to produce results. Since using Max Muscle
supplements, I have dropped 4 percent body fat
and added 8 pounds of lean muscle along with
my training routine. My performance in the gym
isn't even comparable now that I have the right
supplementation."
Britney Johnson, 26, Sacramento, CA
Taryn Peters, 31, Huntington Beach, CA

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JOE'S CORNER
HEY JOE,
what are some

healthy habits
I should have?
FOR THOSE OF YOU who are
striving to live healthy, stop bad

habits, and have a great, safe
summer, here are seven fairly simply
lifestyle changes you can start
working on now.
DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

THROUGHOUT THE DAY. Water
is literally a miracle worker when it

comes to overall health. Its great
for your digestive and circulatory
system. Your skin literally craves
water, especially if you live in the dry
western states. Weight loss gurus
usually recommend a daily intake of
about one gallon of water throughout
the day. Fill up a cooler or jug every
morning and make sure you drink all
that water. Dont be surprised if your
energy levels increase as you hydrate
your system. Bonus: being properly
hydrated boosts your metabolism!
PLAN A 20-MINUTE WALK

DAILY. Right after lunch is a great
time to jump-start your metabolism.

Early afternoon is also great, as it
helps you head off the afternoon
blues while getting your blood flowing.
This can lead to a more productive
afternoon while increasing your overall
health and metabolic rate. Also make
yourself walk a little extra every day.
Instead of stressing about getting
a good spot, park further away and
enjoy a little extra walking. Take
the stairs when you have an option.
Believe it or not, you can easily burn
a few hundred calories daily by doing
these easy things!
CHOOSE HEALTHY SNACKS.
Make sure that you have healthy

snacks, like carrot sticks, fresh fruit,
raisins, nuts, yogurt, etc., in the fridge
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ready to take to work or school. When

you keep healthy snacks conveniently
available, you will eat them. This will
help you conquer the emergency
cravings for a candy bar when you
feel famished before or after lunch.
CUT BACK ON SODA AND

ENERGY DRINKS. While they may
give you a fast blast of energy, the

overall net energy you have will be
less. These drinks tend you spike your
energy levels for a short time and then
you have an energy crash that slows
the metabolic rate.
EAT MORE PROTEIN. Make a lean

and healthy, high-protein dinner in the
evening. Make larger portions than
you need so you can enjoy it again the
next day. Also, consider supplementing
with a protein shake once or twice a
day, especially after a workout.
GET ENOUGH SLEEP. Experts
suggest at least 6 to 8 hours of

uninterrupted sleep to help energize
your day. When you wake up
refreshed, you will think clearer and
have more energy. Attitude and energy
is vital when you are focusing on
accomplishing your goals. Besides,
studies are showing that not getting
enough sleep is not only packing on
pounds for some people, but causing
other illnesses.
TRY TO WORK OUT MOST

DAYS OF THE WEEK. As
Joe Wells is the founder and CEO of

Max Muscle. He shares important tips for
healthy living and sports performance
every month. Read past columns on
MaxSportsandFitness.com.
suggested earlier, walking is great, but

also try to hit the gym 4 or 5 times
a week for an hour at most each
session. Weight training is great for
so many reasons, so don't spend all
your time on the treadmill, okay? Get
after it!
Look, there is no time like the
present, so get started STAT. Wake up
and incorporate these daily habits into
your lifestyle tomorrow. Make your
goal this summer to incorporate these
habits into your lifestyle! I guarantee
your body will love you for it! MS&F
SCIENCE ALERT - THE SECRET BEHIND PRE-WORKOUTS
The truth that most supplement companies dont want you to know is too many stimulant based ingredients actually counteract the
effectiveness of what a pre-workout is supposed to do. Too many stimulants or the incorrect doses can act to prevent blood flow which
in turn limits your pump, strength, endurance and power. This can dehydrate you during your workout which negatively affects your
ability to properly recover afterwards not to mention the inability to focus properly.
An effective pre-workout should:
Deliver a natural clean energy boost with no
NEW GRAPE FLAVOR!
post-training crash
Fuel your muscles for increased strength
and power
Delay muscle onset fatigue
Improve endurance
Support energy production
Increase blood flow to muscles for
better pumps
Promote intensity and mental focus
Optimize fluid and electrolyte levels
Be safe to use
FBX 2.0 is the most effective pre-workout formula available because it
does all of these things and is driven by clinically validated and
effective doses of key ingredients making it superior to the competition.
FBX 2.0 is the most advanced pre-training formula available, it
delivers everything you need and excludes everything you dont! If
you havent tried FBX 2.0 yet, visit your local Max Muscle store
TODAY for a FREE sample before your next workout and feel the
difference for yourself.
Now available in Atomic Lime, Extreme Orange, Pink

Lemonade, Power Punch and NEW Grape Flavors!
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Howling
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HUNGER DRIVES IMPULSIVE DECISIONS
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BY LINDA HEPLER, BSN, RN
PUTTING OFF that dental implant

or knee surgery because you simply
cant afford it? If so, youre not
alone. According to the National
Association of Dental Plans, 126
million Americans lack dental
coverage, and for those who do
have a dental plan, the quality
and economics of coverage are
not always optimal. Likewise with
medical insurance. According to
the Commonwealth Fund Biennial
Health Insurance Survey 2014, 31
million Americans or 23 percent
of 19- to 64-year-old adults who are
insured all year had such high
out-of-pocket costs or deductibles
relative to their incomes that they
were considered underinsured.
With exorbitant co-pays and cost
sharing expenses for lifesaving or
pain relieving procedures, and no
coverage at all for many dental,
weight reduction, fertility, or cosmetic
treatments, its no wonder that the
biggest cause of bankruptcy in our
country is medical expenses.
But American consumers do have
more affordable options available to
them, if theyre willing to shop around
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for medical care even across borders,

said Josef Woodman, author of Patients
Beyond Borders, a comprehensive
guide to world-class medical tourism.
In 2015, more than one million U.S.
citizens packed their bags and headed
overseas to countries like Brazil, India,
Mexico, Turkey, and Hungary to realize
a 25 to 90 percent cost savings on a
myriad of treatments and procedures,
including dentistry, cosmetic surgery,
heart and orthopedic operations,
weight reduction, and fertility
treatments, to name just a few. And
this number is only expected to grow,
said Woodman.
Medical tourism also called medical
travel is a trend that is growing at
the rate of 25 percent yearly, and is
particularly popular among younger
people. Millennials are sick and tired of
being jacked around by the American
health industry and theyre embracing a
cost effective and often better level of
care abroad, Woodman claimed.

If youre of the mind that no cost
savings is worth questionable medical
practices and unsanitary conditions
in another country, youre likely to
be surprised. Many countries have
invested billions of dollars into their
healthcare systems, resulting in
numerous world-class medical facilities
with modern technology and treatment
that meets or even exceeds U.S.
healthcare standards. In fact, there are
at least 50 countries with a combined
600+ hospitals and ambulatory clinics
that are accredited by one of several
renowned international accreditation
agencies, including the U.S. based
Joint Commission International (JCI).
Many of these medical institutions are
affiliated with U.S. hospitals, such as
Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic, and
Harvard. And many of the physicians
and dentists working abroad received
their training in the United States,
Canada, Switzerland, and Germany.

Other advantages of traveling abroad
for your medical care? According
to Patients Beyond Borders, many
countries offer specialty treatments
that may not be approved in the United
States, shorter waiting periods for some
surgeries, lower wound infection and
complication rates, and less pressure
for early discharge from the hospital.
Its not uncommon to see countries
that cater to American medical
travelers, offering English speaking
staff or at the very least, translators,
and package deals with everything
from a pick up at the airport presurgery to an extended recovery period
in a resort or surgical retreat, where
postoperative follow-up professionals
like physical therapists come to you
to give treatment. As for sightseeing,
Woodman suggested that except for
the most minor of procedures, medical
travel should be thought of as more
of a business trip than a vacation, due
to postoperative or post treatment
discomfort and limitations as well as
fatigue. Still, its likely that youll take
in some great views and enjoy the
cultural differences and hospitality in a
new country.
If youre interested in joining the
ranks of medical travelers abroad,
you need to do your homework first,
said Woodman, from exploring which
country is best suited for your medical
needs, to selecting a doctor, clinic or
hospital, comparing costs, and planning
who and what to take along. And

while you dont have to be a computer
whiz, most of your research and
inquiries are best done online. Here are
some tips from Woodman:
Plan carefully. It takes time

to research your options, even
if youre using a medical travel
planner (WorldMedAssist.com and
MedicalTourism.com are two such
agencies). Even if much of the planning
is done for you, you still should
spend plenty of time checking out the
credentials of your doctor, the hospital,
and the travel planning agency itself.
Consider your savings. Carefully
consider the amount of money youll
save, taking into mind airfare and
accommodations while gone. In
general, if youre not saving at least
$6,000 on your medical journey, it may
not be worth traveling abroad for care.
Let your home doc know that you are
traveling out of the country for medical
care, so you can get proper follow up
care once youve returned home. Youll
also need records of your diagnosis and
the suggested treatment plan.
Choose a reliable companion.
If at all possible, take a companion

someone you trust and whose company
you enjoy along with you for help and
support before, during and after your
treatment or surgery.
In 2015, more than

one million U.S.
citizens packed
their bags and
headed overseas
to countries like
Brazil, India,
Mexico, Turkey,
and Hungary
to realize a 25
to 90 percent
cost savings
on a myriad of
treatments and
procedures
WHERE TO GO
While there are many countries

offering top quality medical care
at deeply discounted prices, some
of the most popular destinations,
according to the book, Patients
Without Borders, are:
Antigua Home of Crossroads Centre,

a 12-step addiction and recovery program
founded by Eric Clapton, at a 40 percent
savings.
Barbados Barbados Fertility Centre
offers IVF and a host of fertility treatments at
a 40-60 percent savings.
Brazil Beauty conscious Brazil
specializes in cosmetic surgery, with

discounts of 20-30 percent.
Hungary Medical travelers from all over

the world flock to Hungary for cost savings
of 40-75 percent on dental work. In Gyor,
located in the northwest part of the country,
there are more than 150 dental clinics.
India Specializes in orthopedic and

heart procedures with savings of 60-90
percent. Harvard-affiliated Wockhardt
Hospital has performed more than 20,000
heart procedures, with a 98 percent success
rate, far surpassing U.S. standards.
Israel Is a well-known center for
inexpensive fertility treatment, with 30-50

percent savings on in vitro fertilization.
Mexico Boasts four first-rate American

accredited hospitals offering bariatrics and
weight management programs at a 40-60
percent savings. Its also a leading country
for dental work.
Singapore Ranks 6th in healthcare

worldwide (compared to the U.S. 36th
ranking) and specializes in many areas,
especially cancer diagnostics and
treatments at Johns Hopkins International
Medical Centre; 30-40 percent savings on
medical services here.
Thailand Boasts world-renowned
Bumrungrad International, Asias first

American accredited facility, and although
notorious for many specialties, is known
for meticulous cosmetic surgery. Youll find
an average of 40-75 percent savings in this
country.
Turkey A coveted tourist destination,
Turkey has more American accredited

hospitals than any other country, and is
popular for vision services, especially LASIK,
at a 40-50 percent savings.
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Be prepared. Ask the travel

planner, hospital, and physician what
medical records or tests you need to
bring with you to make things go as
smoothly as possible. When you are
ready to go home, youll need records
of your treatment and recommended
post treatment care.
Be realistic. Allow plenty of time
abroad for basic recuperation, and
dont expect to do a lot of sightseeing.
Learn about your host country. Do your
homework regarding currency, weather,
transportation, food, and water, so
there are no surprises to deal with
when youre under the weather. MS&F
Go DOMESTIC
Put off by the possibility of language and

cultural barriers related to traveling abroad
for medical care? You may still be able to
shop around within the United States for
the best medical care at the best price.
While many insurance companies limit their
coverage to in network facilities within
your state of residence, increasingly, some
health plans, such as United Healthcare,
are offering domestic medical travel plans,
allowing you to explore your options.
And, said Laura Carabello, executive
editor and publisher of Medical Travel
Today and U.S. Domestic Medical Travel,
large self-insured companies like Walmart,
Lowe's, and PepsiCo are introducing
domestic medical travel options for
employees for surgeries such as knee and
hip replacements and bariatric procedures.
This is the fastest growing trend in medical
travel today, she claimed.
How it works, Carabello explained,
is that companies get a discounted
rate from a group of hospitals that are
considered centers of excellence, or
American hospitals that score high for both
reasonable cost and high quality care in
areas such as transplants, surgeries and
cancer.The employer will then waive the
employee copays for the treatment, she
added, and in many instances, will even
provide travel and lodging costs for the
employee and a companion. This gives you
access to the best care for a reasonable
or even no cost.
You can still choose to get your medical
care close to home. But it may pay to check
out an employers medical travel plan and
be willing to go the distance especially
if its to a high quality medical facility at a
huge cost savings.
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5 Healthy Travel Trends
Some great trends have emerged this year that are helping to keep travelers
healthy as well as happy. Anytime we can maintain healthy habits while traveling,
we are doing great, explains Jayne McAllister, of Jayne McAllister Travel
Wellnessm and author of Mile High & Health: The Frequent Travelers Roadmap
to Eating, Energy, Exercise and a Balanced Life, Traveling can be demanding
for anyone who is even remotely health conscious, but times are changing as
indicated by exciting new trends that facilitate keeping a healthy mind and body
on the road. Here are five healthy travel trends you should be aware of.
1. Health-Oriented Hotels. It used to be that you stayed in a hotel that boasted a
mediocre workout room down at the end of a dark corridor and a restaurant with one
menu item highlighted as heart healthy. Business travelers now have true wellness
options in the shape of hotels whose brand is geared toward the health-conscious
traveler. IHGs EVEN Hotels has been going strong in the mid-price range for a couple
of years now. At the luxury end of the market, famed gym brand Equinox is entering the
hospitality business and developing its first hotel in Manhattan, due to open in 2018.
The trend has filtered to mainstream properties, which have amped up their facilities for
healthy travel. Westin has long led the way with its Westin WORKOUT rooms, followed by
other hospitality groups such as the Trump Hotel Collections Trump Wellness signature
program. Since 2012, the MGM Grand in Las Vegas has offered dedicated Stay Well
rooms, designed by Delos, which include among other features an air purification
system, aromatherapy, long wave night lighting, and vitamin C-infused showers.
2. Airport Workouts. Passengers are taking advantage of airport down time to get
moving to counter the effects of being sedentary and stationary. Many airports now
boast walking paths and yoga rooms. This year, gyms are now joining shops, restaurants,
and bars as airport concessions thanks to a startup company called AirFit. Facilities will
include a state-of-the-art workout room, showers, clothing purchase/rental, and luggage
storage. First up is New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, followed by San
Francisco International Airport, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
3. Mainstreaming Meditation. From Deepak Chopras website to the Harvard
Business Review, meditation for corporate executives is becoming more common.
Many companies are bringing in meditation specialists to teach their executives how to
focus, think more clearly and make better, more profitable decisions. Meditation works
especially well for business travelers, who are subject to more stress than non-traveling,
as it can be practiced anywhere, including on airplanes and in hotel rooms. Apps are
available to guide neophytes through the process of meditating. With flight delays or
other curveballs that are often thrown at the frequent traveler, the passenger can retreat
into a meditation rather than an airport bar or their laptop. Per the Harvard report, the
results of a sustained meditation practice are increased resilience, emotional intelligence,
creativity, focus, and improved relationships.
4. Adding Personal Time to Trips. Bleisure is a fast growing trend of combining
leisure time with business trips. Nearly half (46 percent) of business travelers add
personal days to all or most of their business trips. The major reasons for this trend, as
cited in the Bleisure Report 2014, include wanting to explore new cities, to gain cultural
experience and knowledge, and to contribute to work/life balance. Three in five business
travelers are more likely to take a bleisure trip than they were five years ago. For most
companies, the practice of adding leisure time to a business trip is a win-win. Employees
are less likely to burn out and are therefore more productive.
5. Doing Less to Produce More. Doing more doesnt make you more productive.
"Presenteeism" is becoming the new absenteeism, especially for mobile workforces. For
example, a traveling executive might be tired but feels compelled to work on a plane to
make good use of time in the air. Or they might travel home on a Sunday and present
themselves at the office on Monday, ready for business as usual. In both scenarios, they
might have been exhausted but they have gone through the motions of working yet not
performing to optimum capacity. Without the right amount of rest, the work completed
on the plane may have to be redone, or the employee returning to the office may not be
fully present and effective. The best companies are recognizing that traveling employees
need time to recover from travel and allow time off or time working from home to do this.
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BY BECKY PETERSON
LOVING YOUR SKIN may sound a

bit over the top, but hey, think about
this! We go to the gym or wherever
it is you choose to workout and well
spend an hour or more toning our
muscles, revving up the heart, and
checking our reflection in the mirror
to see if what were doing is making a
difference. We adjust our diet, drink that
water, use supplements, and some of us
even do a nip/tuck! Yet after all is said
and done, the largest organ on our body
seems to get the least amount of TLC
from most of us! We either dont want
to take the time or consider it a waste
of time!
Ive been taking a consensus and
observing those around me lately and
my take is that most of those 50 and
older are having some kind of issue/
issues with their skin. Our skin shed
dead cells at an amazing rate when
we were younger, but as we age, that
process slows down (for men, too!).
The slowing internally and externally
causes a myriad of things to happen
to our skin: wrinkling, creping, and
thinning and dont forget spots and
growths, too! EEEEK!
So, we have some choices to make.
We can do something about this or
behave like proverbial couch spuds, sit
back and watch our skin turn to dust!
Recently, I talked to a retired
dermatologist (Dr. Martin Seng from
Arizona) about dry, aging skin and he
gave me some great information thats
applicable and doable. Like with any
new routine, it takes a bit to get used to
and a bit of time, but it can be done!
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Dr. Sengs first recommendation was

easy: cut down the size of towel used
to dry with. Yep, no more full-sized
towels. He suggested we use a hand
towel it gets the job done without
over drying our skin. Next, cool down
that shower. For us over-50s, it may feel
good, but hot water is hard on the skin.
The showers at the gym where I work
out at are quite warm, so I just cut my
time down in the shower (bingo!). He
also recommended we stop using overly
drying soaps and shampoos, suggesting
we use an alternative like Cetaphil.
Now, heres the biggie, and the
hardest to follow through with when
youre at the gym or pool: put lotion on,
head to toe, directly after your shower.
Im told the skin is at its most accepting
during this period, pores are open, and
skin is moist and ripe for the slathering!
My personal preference is Nivea Skin
Firming Hydration. I also employ a back
brush to put lotion on my back.
As I finished my chat with Dr. Seng,
he was also adamant about the need
for sunscreen and making sure we
read every label. Each manufacturer
has different ingredients, which means
different times for reapplication. I never
really thought about the reapplication
aspect until I spent a day in the sun
life-guarding recently. Taking his warning
to heart, my SPF 50 sunblock said
reapplication was necessary every 80
minutes! I walked away that day with a
great tan.
Remember, our age 50+ skin is very
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AMBER BLOM
STORY & PHOTO BY JAMES PATRICK
IT COULD HAVE been coincidence, but perhaps it was
actually fate that led Amber Blom to the competition stage

for the first time.
In 2011, Amber's trainer made the suggestion that
she consider competing in the bikini division. This was a
conversation that was overheard by another competitor in
the gym who then approached the two to say, I dont mean
to interrupt, but I overheard you talking about competing
and I think youd do great at it. You have the look for that
division.
Amber got the name of the competitors coach, Tara
Thatcher of Perfectly Prepared, who she contacted that
same evening to learn about all the different federations and
divisions. I think that day we picked my first competition,
Amber recalled. The date she and Tara set for her stage
debut was April 2012.
Amber took 1st place Regional in that show and
later that year went on to take 4th place at a national
competition. The following year, she took first place
in her class and was named the overall winner and
received her pro card. She competed several more
times, including in May 2014 where she took 1st
place in the Bikini Pro Division. The biggest thing
for me was gaining confidence, she said. I
struggled with insecurity my whole life never
feeling like I had my own thing. I lived in the
shadows of my siblings and friends. Winning
my first show was a definite confidence
booster and the pivotal moment of
believing in myself.
Now, after taking a few years
off from competing, Amber can
reflect back on her competitions,
Trophies are material, and in
fact I threw all of them away,
but gaining confidence and
self-love are the only things
that matter.
Amber is ready to come
back to the fitness industry with
a more mature mindset. Its not about getting as lean as
possible, its not about sacrificing everything and everyone for
the sake of staying on track, she said. My goal is to show
my peers that a healthy balance is possible. I love having
drinks with my friends and going out for ice cream with my
husband. Those are all perfectly fine and attainable as long
as the rest of the time you make healthy choices. MS&F
Each month, we will feature someone in the fitness industry

who inspires us. These individuals are true FITspirations!
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Destination
WELLNESS
For your next vacation, do something that will
broaden your horizons in more ways than one. Try
yoga, go zip lining, find your zen, or be reborn.
Say Om!
A woman
meditates at
Robber's Roost,
a cave about
20 minutes
west of Sedona
with amazing
panoramic views.
Photo courtesy of The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau
More and more travelers are seeking getaways that are more than
your standard vacation. They want to be thrilled, they want to find
their zen, they want to heal. From exciting fitness adventures to
calming yoga ones, here is a mini round-up of places to add to
your travel to-do lists!
FIND YOUR ZEN IN SEDONA
Sedona is considered one of the most beautiful places on earth and it offers
something for everyone from the adrenaline junkie seeking flying high
air tours or technical single-track mountain biking, to the yogi tapping into
Sedonas swirling energy. From horseback riding followed by a cowboy
cookout, to an edge-of-your-seat Jeep tour down the Devils Staircase,
visitors young and old will experience Sedonas jaw dropping beauty. For
those turning inward to experience a sense of wellbeing, Sedona offers
metaphysical journeys, healing services, unique desert spa treatments, vortex
retreats, and meditative awakenings. Go aheadunplug and connect in
Sedona, AZ. Go to VisitSedona.com to find out more.
TRY WATER SPORTS OR GOLF IN PUNTA MITA
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort has extensive offerings and events for
summer travelers. Situated near pristine beaches in the Riviera Nayarit, just
north of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort boasts an
JULY-AUGUST 2016
Love To Golf?
This golf course next to the St. Regis Punta Mita is

just begging you to hit on its greens.
session while taking in sweeping views

of the Las Vegas Strip and skyline.
Visit Caesars.com/LINQ/High-Roller
for more information.
Namaste
A woman strikes
a yoga pose
inside the High
Roller in Las
Vegas.
exquisite and safe retreat for guests

of all ages. This year, vacationers can
attend the fourth annual Punta Mita
Beach Festival taking place July 7-10.
The four-day extravaganza combines
surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving,
stand-up paddle, yoga, sand castle
building for the kids, and exquisite
cuisine prepared by renowned guest
chefs at one of the most sought-after
destinations in the world.
Three infinity pools on the beach
front offer the perfect destination for
outdoor relaxation. Should you wish
to venture beyond the pool and beach
for water-based adventures, you can
call upon Pool Butlers to arrange
snorkeling tours and reservations for
scenic excursions around the area.
The resort Concierge can also arrange
for scuba equipment or scuba lessons
for all levels. Next to the resort,
guests can experience the two par-72
Championship 18-hole Jack Nicklaus
Signature Golf Courses, or tennis
courts nestled in a grove of palm
trees. Go to StRegis.com/PuntaMita
to learn more.
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Vegas to find your Om and enjoy the

breathtaking views of Las Vegas.
The experience includes a one-hour
yoga session (two rotations) with an
instructor from Silent Savasana and
up to six guests per cabin. You will
be guided through the experience by
wearing a headset that allows you to
hear the instructor and music. This
technique allows you to have a more
individualized, soothing, and focused
Nestled in Southwestern Utahs red

rock bluffs, Red Mountain Resort is
a one-of-a-kind active destination
retreat, inspiring guests to pursue
health, wellness, balance, and joy.
With one of the countrys most
gorgeous natural settings as its
backdrop, the resort features a
comprehensive selection of expert-led
fitness classes, outdoor adventures,
and wellness programs for guests of
all fitness levels.
There are a variety of bespoke
fitness offerings at Red Mountain,
including yoga overlooking the red
canyons, hiking through Zion National
Park and exploring fields of Ancient
Lava Tubes. There are also multiple
daily guided morning hikes available
for all skill levels, along with specialty
activities like the Tiny Triathlon,
MELT Method, paddle board yoga,
and mountain biking. For a complete
list of fitness offerings, please visit
RedMountainResort.com/fitnessprograms.
ZIP LINE & GET REBORN

IN PUERTO VALLARTA
Puerta Vallarta in Jalisco, Mexico is

teeming with fun things to do. From
Fit Fun!
Red Rock Resort

in Utah offers
fitness enthusiasts
a plethora of
activities from
ribbon dancing to
triathlon training to
cycling and more.
ELEVATE YOUR MIND

IN LAS VEGAS
The High Roller in Las Vegas recently

launched a unique yoga program.
Rising 550 feet in the air on the
worlds tallest observation wheel
allows you a unique chance in Las
Reborn
A woman floats in the

water at the hands
of her therapist who
guides her through
rebirth therapy at
CasaMagna Marriott
in Puerto Vallarta.
Thrill & Chill
The JW Marriott is home to an impressive

water park, aerial yoga, and much more.
kayaking to snorkeling, to tequila

tasting and sampling local fare on a
food tour, this friendly little town invites
you in from the moment you arrive.
If you've never been snorkeling
or zip lining, then you must add the
Canuwa South Paradise Tour (go to
Canuwa.com) to your itinerary. It's a
half-day excursion that takes you to
snorkel around Los Arcos and then
stops at a private beach where you
can enjoy water sports, lay out, or
try zip lining. The zip lining course is
super fun and a great way to burn
some extra calories after sipping
margaritas during the boat ride over.
Enjoy a tasty, authentic lunch and
then cruise back to Puerto Vallarta to
relax at your hotel.
Over at the CasaMagna Marriott
Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, check
out the Ohtli Spa menu. It's huge. And
you'll want to try everything. From the
Fire & Opal Balancing Stone Therapy,
Clarity Bath, and Yelapa-Reiki Touch
Therapy, to the Blue Agave Syrup &
Sea Salt Body Scrub, you'll be wanting
to add more days to your vacation to
fit all these treatments in!
Of special note is the spa's Rebirth
Therapy, which harnesses the healing
power of water in combination with
meditation and movements under
water to bring you back to when you
were in your mother's womb. Those
who've experienced the therapy say
it's powerful, emotional, and they
definitely want to do it again. Go to
PuertoVallartaMarriott.com to find
the spa menu.
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OR CHILL IN SAN ANTONIO
Whether vacationers want to thrill or

chill, excitement is in the air at the
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country
Resort & Spa. A variety of new
experiences abound with activities
that range from thrilling to relaxing.
Guests can plug into excitement
plunging down two new 47-foot high
body slides in the resorts recently
expanded 9-acre River Bluff Water
Experience. Or they can unplug by
finding a way to center themselves
and stretch into a place of relaxation
with aerial yoga or building a sand
castle masterpiece
in the resorts
new poolside
sandy beach. Visit
JWSanAntonio.com
to book.
choose from so we picked a bucketlist item: an African Safari.

This two wheel adventure travels
into Northern Tanzania and features
some of East Africas best safari
parks. Cyclists ride across banana
and coffee plantations to the Great
Rift Valley and the grasslands where
Masai cattle graze. After sleeping
under the stars, travelers journey
into the Ngorongoro Crater and the
Serengeti to spot giraffes, zebras,
elephants, lions, wildebeests, rhinos,
and if theyre lucky, a cheetah or
leopard. Go to ExodusTravels.com for
more information. MS&F
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Don't let work travel or a getaway
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anywhere! BY KELLEY PATRICK
ABOUT
KELLEY PATRICK
Early in Kelley's travel-heavy

career she struggled constantly
and piled on the weight. She
then lost 65 lbs. in just 6
months and has fine-tuned the
art of staying fit and eating
clean, despite the demands of
balancing motherhood and her
profession. She has committed
herself to sharing it all with
others and will launch her
website, FItinTransit.com, by the
end of July.
Finding time to exercise when not at home in your regular

routine is key. It also keeps your mind free to decompress from
all the activities and stress of travel. It is important to make
a commitment while on vacation to find the time to exercise
eliminate excuses. It could be as simple as 30-45 minutes
first thing in the morning while everyone else is still snoozing
or 30 minutes before each shower and dinner in the evening.
Regardless of how you schedule it, keeping some regularity will
increase your energy levels and have you feeling good. If you
can stick with your routine while traveling, you will also have no
problem getting back into the groove when you return home.
If you are fortunate to have a fully equipped hotel gym, you
can easily perform all of your standard workouts. If the hotel
only has cardio equipment, you will need to be a bit more
creative on some days. There are countless alternatives as
well. Maybe you are staying on a boardwalk by the beach or
somewhere else with beautiful scenery. Take advantage of this
and do some movements outside while enjoying a view that
you dont see at home. Many hotels have running maps for the
area. I have taken advantage of that often and added a GPS
watch to track my distance and pace, which makes it more fun.
With a little effort, you can find many websites, YouTube
videos, books, and apps to see a wide variety of exercises you
can even do from your room with little or no equipment. There
are also some simple items you can purchase and take with you
to help. Top items I have bought and packed based
on my needs include: resistance bands, loop bands,
agility ladder, jump rope, TRX, sliders, lateral
resistor, 2-pound dumbbells, and an abdominal
roller. Any one of these can add to your routine
on the road.
You can even use items in the hotel room and
the hotel itself. Here is an example of a routine I
use as one of my favorite things to do:
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IF YOU ARE soon destined for a vacation, particularly if

it requires wearing a swimsuit, chances are that you have
devoted plenty of hard work to looking your best in that
suit. However, dont let the vacation itself wipe all of your
efforts away. Consider instead how amazing it would feel
to come home afterwards feeling no guilt over losing that
swimsuit-ready body that you worked so hard to achieve.
Hotel towels: Numerous exercises

performed in a quick-style method
while holding a hand towel tight will
give you one of the harder workouts
you can experiencepromise! Please
visit my YouTube channel at Fit in
Transit to see them performed.
Books in the room: Stack them
evenly on the floor and pull yourself

down into an isometric push-up hold for
2-5 minutes.
chairs and huge meals. In that case

youll want to find ways to add some
movement in when possible. Here are
some simple ideas to sneak it in:
Move at the airport. If you happen

to whip through the TSA lanes fast
or have a layover, walk around and
explore the sights and sounds of the
airport.
Take a break from sitting. For
JOLYNN REDDON
squat/sit can give you an amazing burn.

Challenge yourself to see how long
you can hold the position at thighs just
below parallel, and then increase that
duration with each time you exercise, or
try holding yourself up with just one leg.
example, if you are on the beach

soaking up the sun all day, for every
hour that you bask in the glow, get up
and stroll around for 10 minutes. You
can even go out and tread water in the
ocean or pool to burn some calories.
For a real challenge, try running on the
sand. It is one tough cardio workout!
Desk chair: Use this to perform
Park further away. Or even be
BRIAN FURER
Wall: When done correctly, a wall
dips, elevate your feet for pushups, or

do side planks.
Hallways: Any hallway works. Just
make sure you feel safe. You can mix

it up all you want: walking lunges
any which way (add the SKLZ Lateral
Resistor (SKLZ.com) to make it more
impactful), pop squats, leap frogs, bear
crawls, etc.
Staircases: Again, make sure you
feel you are in a safe environment

and preferably with someone. Find
a staircase on the premises or in the
stairwell if there are many floors where
you are staying. Run the staircase up,
or even bunny hop, and then feel free
to take the elevator down for a breather
and then do it all over again.
This is only one example of a no
excuses workout in the room with no
equipment necessary. There are many
more I can share with you! There are
truly no excuses when you examine
the numerous body weight exercises
that can be done while on vacation.
Most people underestimate the
intensity of what just using their
own body can do. If you
have avoided trying these
types of exercises, try it
as a change-up and see
what a great full body
workout it is in a short
amount of time.
If you are like me,
youre seeking a vacation
with lots of activities that get
the body moving. Often though, we
find ourselves being a part of the more
sedentary relaxing vacation of lounge
dropped off by the cab a block away.

This gives you a chance to gain some
valuable extra steps in burning more
calories.
Relax at the end of your day
before going to bed. Yoga moves can

help here. Calming your mind and body
before bed will help you get a better
nights sleep and wake up with more
energy for the next day. MS&F
AMANDA FREESEMAN
Do
Your Plyos
Here is an example of one of
many body weight workouts you
can do anywhere:
Burpees
Plank to Pushups
Mountain Climbers
Skater Squats
Russian Lunges
Sissy Squats
Jump Squats
Donkey Kick
Superman
Side Plank
1st round - 30 seconds work,
30 seconds rest
2nd round - 35 seconds work,
25 seconds rest
3rd round - 40 seconds work,
20 seconds rest
4th round - 45 seconds work,
15 seconds rest
10 seconds rest
5 seconds rest
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What is your daily diet plan?
I eat eggs, egg whites, bananas, plain

oatmeal, coconut oil, natural peanut butter,
chicken breasts, white fish, green veggies
like broccoli and spinach, and quite a few
protein drinks often blended with frozen
berries.
How do you stay motivated?
In my profession as a musician you get

photographed all the time by cell phones at the
most random times in all different lighting, and its a
pretty good reminder to eat clean, especially when
your costume has no shirt!
Who inspires you and why?
I still look at photos from the 70s and have to say

Arnold really got it right. Lucky genetics and exactly
the right attitude. As far as people in my industry,
my good man Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein
never fails to impress and inspire in fact he was
kind enough to give me some pointers, essentially,
eat good and train good and dont be a moron.
Solid advice!
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What is your training regimen like?
I dont take any days off necessarily, they just happen every
once in a while. I do fasted cardio of some type every day
usually walking or treadmill, and on tour I do jump rope and
kettlebell swings for HIIT. My training split is: chest, back, legs,
shoulders, and arms. Lately Ive been doing 3-4 sets of 15 reps
and sometimes following those with super sets and drop sets
to shock the muscle and pump the most blood to the area. This
is a huge change from 20 years of doing heavy singles and no
more than 5 reps, and my body has responded with new growth.
I also dont have to take time off every 6 weeks due to some sort of
injury! I usually end up with 15-20 total sets per workout.
What are your top training tips?
1. Be consistent with your diet and write everything

down as much as you can in a great fitness app like
My Fitness Pal. Include your weight after you get up
in the morning. Years later you will appreciate this!
2. I think that shocking the muscle with new
routines is the way to break through plateaus, but
consistently trying to beat previous max attempts
and max reps is the best way to make sure your
plateau is a high as it can be, so dont change
things before you take them as far as you can.
3. Drink plenty of water!
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BY JACKIE CLASSEN
IT WAS SUPPOSED to be just an

innocent thing, a fondness for fast food
and soda, but somehow the innocently
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habit, specifically a habit that slowly
got out of hand and had very serious
implications.
As a young teenager, Jonatan
Aguilar-Aranda, 22, from Greeley, CO
loved soda, fast food, and the fried
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activity and always found a way out of
participating in spite of the efforts of
his family, teachers, and doctors to get
him involved. The combination led to
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at the age of 20, topping the scale at
303 pounds, he found himself suffering
from excruciating stomach pains.
His family rushed him to the
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this young man had a tumor very near
his liver and they would not know if it
was cancer or not until they performed
the necessary surgery to figure it out.
Life got suddenly very real.
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Later that very same day, Jonatan
remembers waking up to a team of
doctors surrounding him to deliver the
life-changing news. The tumor was
cancerous and it had invaded the liver.
The doctors removed part of his liver
with the tumor and although the liver
was the only human organ that could
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past 35. This was a very serious wake
up call for Jonatan.
Jonatan underwent chemotherapy
and radiation treatments to treat the
cancer, but still he refused to make the
major changes the doctors wanted him
to make. He was still in denial and
denial is a very powerful thing.
Months later the stomach pains
returned and Jonatan once again found
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a team of doctors trying to explain to
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Lunch: Grilled chicken, ground
turkey or tilapia, brown rice
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veggies
Snack: protein pudding (cup of
oats, cup water, scoop of
whey protein, 2 Tbs PB2, cup
trail mixed in a blender)
Dinner: Grilled chicken, ground
turkey, or tilapia, brown rice
with seasonings, and a cup of
veggies
planted and slowly started to grow.

The doctor encouraged him to join a
weight-loss contest, which he ended
up winning. The prize was a free
membership to Work Out West.
Jonatan loved to dance, so the first
thing he did at the gym was attend
Zumba classes. Soon, he met personal
trainer Jeremy Gregory Pipes and finally
took ownership of his issues. Jeremy
believed in Jonatan and helped him
learn to work out properly and referred
him to Erin and Ron Worley at Max
Muscle Greeley.
At first Jonatan was just looking for a
good protein and pre workout, but the
relationship soon became much more.
Jonatan said, Erin became my go-to
source of nutrition and supplement
information, she also became my
supporter and Max Muscle Greeley
became family to me!
LEAN AND FIT AND CANCER FREE
Perseverance and a lot of hard work
have produced undeniable results.
On the day of his surgery, 6 foot 1
inch Jonatan topped the scale at 303
pounds and today he weighs 160
pounds. He went from a size 48-50

in pants to a 28-30 and he is now 8
percent body fat!
After a recent visit to the doctor for
a check up in March, he was told the
lifestyle changes he made had a huge
impact on his health. Today, he is 143
pounds lighter, is cancer free, no longer
has high blood pressure, and he is very
healthy. Jonatan said, When I started
training, I couldnt even run one lap.
Now I feel light and I feel like I could
run a marathon. He used to be able to
do one song in a Zumba class and now
he is a certified Zumba instructor.
Now I am really open to [trying
new] activities, Jonatan said, adding
that he loves working out with his
trainer, too. Seven times a week I go
for one hour and work out with Jeremy.
He pushes me; he believes in me.
Jonatan has a whole new body and a
totally different outlook on life after the
huge progress he has made over the
past 7 months of his transformation.
He is planning on becoming a certified
personal trainer so that he can help
others who need to make major
lifestyle changes! MS&F
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ARPANA PRASAD
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Amber Aday IG @amber_aday
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James Patrick
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Amber Blom
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Club and Golf Course in San Tan

Valley, Arizona for this year's swim
fashion shoot. The golf course
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everyone.
Voted "Best of the Valley" by
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When you're finished with all
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12
WAYS TO
TRAVEL HEALTHY
BY KELLEY PATRICK
Pack your own

food and take
it with you
so you're not
tempted to
eat junk!
TRAVELING CREATES
some of the toughest
challenges for those
who are trying to live
a healthy lifestyle.
No doubt, if you are
traveling for business
or a vacation, keeping
up with your regular
diet and exercise
regimen may be
low on your priority
list. Some of the
challenges you may
face include:
Dining out often
when on the road.
Finding healthy meals
and snacks at the airport or hotel.
Frequently changing schedules that
affect the time you have for meals.
Difficulty fitting in your regular
exercise routine.
These factors can lead to a path of
dietary disasters and make it easy to
fall off track. Because of the temptation
to fall into bad habits, its important
to learn to be more disciplined on the
road. Planning ahead will help prevent
stumbling off your fit and healthy path
and avoid getting thrown off course. It
will also keep your energy levels high
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and stave off the added undesirable

pounds.
First and foremost, have a game
plan and stick to it! The small choices
you make can lead to big changes.
Having small wins leads to meaningful
progress. Building better habits one
step at a time will give you the energy
to make the most of every single day.
Here are some ways to prepare for
those who travel frequently:
1. Pack Your Own Food. Purchase a
small cooler or insulated lunch bag. Fill
it with boiled
eggs, protein
muffins, nuts,
homemade
trail mix,
raw veggies,
an apple,
protein drinks,
almond butter
packets,
turkey jerky,
nitrate-free
deli meat, or
brown rice
cakes. This
way, when you
are hungry,
you have a
healthy option on hand. Also, do not
skip meals! This can lead to excessive
hunger and cravings later in the hours
that follow. Eat moderately every 3-4
hours to prevent excessive hunger.
2. Check Ahead for Resources.
In your room, make sure there is a
mini fridge and microwave. Consider
packing a Mini George Foreman grill
and small blender. Fill the mini fridge
with healthy snacks and meal options.
If driving, bring your food with you. If
flying, ask the hotel for the location of
the closest grocery store. If staying in

a hotel with a kitchenette or renting
a vacation home, plan to make most of
your meals there.
3. Eat Breakfast. Skipping breakfast
leaves your body in a state of crisis in
which it begins to store fat and slow
down your metabolism for protection.
It also makes you more likely to
crave sugar and grab junk food. You
need all of your energy to make it
through a busy business trip or funfilled vacation. Choices you make in
the morning will affect energy levels
later in the day. At the hotel breakfast
buffet, avoid anything processed or
loaded with sugar. Opt for the eggs
and oatmeal. Add the protein powder
you packed to your oatmeal for an
added nutritional boost.
4. Stay Hydrated. Drink plenty of
water when flying rather than alcohol
and caffeine, which will dehydrate you.
The low humidity and recirculating air
within the aircraft cause dehydration,
which can worsen jet lag and cause
fatigue. Drink eight ounces of water for
every hour of the flight.
5. Plan Ahead for Exercise. When
choosing a hotel, pick one with a
good workout room (usually photos
are viewable on their website). Also
check the gym hours to make sure
they will work with your schedule. A
24-hour workout room is preferred.
If no workout room is available, pack
your own equipment such as resistance
bands, jump rope, TRX with door
attachment, speed ladder, or plyo
loops. Download or print exercises
you can do in the hotel room without
equipment. (Turn to page 30 for some
great ways to work out in your hotel
room or anywhere with no equipment.)
6. Use the Stairs. Wherever there is
a choice, use the stairs instead of an
escalator or elevator.
7. Stay Active at the Airport. Resist
the urge to immediately sit down at the
gate. Walk around and window shop
or just check out the surroundings.
Never take the moving walkways. Make
it fun by tracking your steps or miles.
Women should pack their work heels
and wear either running shoes or flip
flops thru the airport.
8. Take Breaks. You will think better

and be more alert if you move around
every hour for 5-10 minutes.
9. Monitor Alcohol Consumption.
Keep alcohol to an absolute minimum
and have a glass of water before each
glass of alcohol. Alcohol stimulates the
appetite. If you drink before ordering,
you are more likely to order too much
food. Drink water first and save the
alcohol towards the end of your meal.
Wine, beer, and mixed drinks are all
loaded with calories; even a minor
buzz can make it hard to make healthy
choices. Alcohol calories can add up
quickly.
Order sauces and dressings on the

side; this way you can control your
own portions.
Dont be afraid to ask for
substitutions; substitute fruit or
salad instead of fries and chips.
Choose healthy preparation
methods: grilled, steamed, baked,
roasted, poached, and broiled. Skip
anything with the tag smothered,
crispy, crusted, fried, or sauted.
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10. Be Accountable. Log your food

and calories on an app like My Fitness
Pal. Keeping track may help you make
better choices. Start connecting what
you eat with how you feel by tracking
it daily.
11. Sleep Well. Adequate sleep
is a game changer! Consider
sleep your ammunition. If you
get less than six hours of sleep
a night, you are more than
four times as likely to catch
a cold. Less than six hours
of sleep for six days has the
same effect on your cognitive
abilities as an intoxication
level of .08. In the book, Eat,
Move, Sleep, author Tom
Rath equates four hours of
sleep loss to a six-pack of
beer. You also eat less when
you have slept well. When
you are sleep deprived, you
will generally eat 500 extra
calories during the day.
Sleep needs to be treated
as an investment, not the
first expense we cut out.
12. Dine Out
Intelligently. When you
eat out, be smart about it.
Heres how:
Avoid buffets!
Look at the menu ahead
of time; most restaurant
menus can be found
online.
If available, check
nutritional information;
even a salad can have a
shocking amount of calories or
carbs.
Kelley Patrick
travels for
work and after
overcoming her
battle with obesity,
she now helps
others through her
new website,
FitInTransit.com
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Get Your
Energy Here
STORY & PHOTO BY SUSAN IRBY
JULY-AUGUST 2016
stimulates the endocrine system and

elevates mood. Matcha is a powder
formed from ground whole green
tea leaves, giving it more antioxidant
power than merely drinking green tea.
This anti-cancer food helps stabilize
blood sugar, thereby preventing
drastic mood swings, and it contains
compounds that have been proven to
activate working memory.
Both maca and matcha powders are
natural healing ingredients that make
easy additions to daily meals. Sprinkle
either or both onto all types of salads,
quinoa or jasmine rice dishes and
incorporate into made-from-scratch
recipes like this one for Maca Matcha
No-Bake Energy Cakes. A dash here,
a pinch there, now is the time to take
maca matcha mania on the road.
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(Makes 36)
INGREDIENTS
2 cups packed whole pitted dates

2 cups whole almonds
1 cups no-sugar-added almond butter
1 Tbs vanilla extract
cup flax meal
2 Tbs black sesame seeds
2 tsp maca root powder
1 Tbs matcha powder
Coconut flakes
DIRECTIONS
Place dates in a food processor and pulse
to finely chop. Add remaining ingredients
EXCEPT coconut flakes. Pulse several
times to finely chop almonds and blend
all ingredients into a crumbly paste. Form
one heaping tablespoon of the mixture
into a ball about the size of a smaller golf
ball. Then, press into rounds. Dust with
coconut flakes (optional) pressing lightly to
adhere. Chill in refrigerator for at least 20
minutes. Store in an airtight container in
the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Serving size: one cake

131 calories, 11.2g carbs, 4g protein, 8.9g fat,
0.7g saturated fat, 2.7g fiber, 6.6g sugars
Susan Irby is a Certified Fitness Nutritionist and food healer, award-winning network television and radio personality, and the creator of The Bikini Chef brand, its recipes and content, which promotes
"figure flattering flavors." She has penned nine books and just ran her first marathon at age 50! Visit Susan online at thebikinichef.com, susanirby.com and bikinilifestyles.com.
Copyright Susan Irby, the Bikini Chef 2016
WHETHER JET-SETTING or roadtripping, as fun as summer travel can

be, often it can be hectic and bring
out cranky personalities that test the
most patient among us. Having the
right types of snacks at the ready
keeps the hangry in us at bay and
could save friendships and marriages.
Some of the most nutritious grab and
go snack choices include nuts and
seeds like raw, unsalted almonds,
cashews, walnuts and pumpkin
seeds, and all-natural no-sugaradded energy bars. Making delicious,
nutritious energy bars at home is
easy and a great way to add specific
healing ingredients such as maca root
and matcha powders.
Maca is an ancient Peruvian root
that has a flavor somewhat like cocoa
powder. It improves circulation,
Maca Matcha NoBake Energy Cakes
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A Travelers Guide
TO EXOTIC SUPERFOODS
BY KAREN MORSE, MPH
One of the best parts of a vacation is sampling the local fare, but vacations are also a time when it's easy
to pack on the pounds due to excessive eating and drinking. If your travel plans have you jet setting to
foreign lands, dont deprive yourself just enjoy in moderation. Try these good-for-you superfoods to
help maintain a healthy, balanced diet while you explore the world.
Kukicha Twig Tea
Many say the best green teas in the

world come from Japan. In fact, its
the nations most popular beverage.
There are many varieties of green tea,
including the unique kukicha twig tea.
Instead of using tea leaves to make
this brew, kukicka is made from the
stems and twigs of the tea plant.
Kukicha is rich in vitamins A and C
and is reported to be higher in calcium
than milk. The antioxidants in kukicha
and other types of green tea have
been shown to be effective against
several types of cancer cells and may
also help to control blood sugar.
Roman Artichokes
Visiting Rome between February and

May? Dont miss your chance to try
world-famous Roman artichokes when
they are in season.
In addition to ranking high on the
antioxidant charts, artichokes are a
good source of fiber and a natural
source of inulin, a prebiotic that helps
feed the good bacteria in your gut.
They are also a source of vitamin
K, important for bone health and
supporting brain function as we age.
The typical Roman artichoke
preparation involves stuffing with
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herbs and spices then pan-frying in

olive oil or deep frying for a crispier
version.
Kakadu Plum
Planning a trip down under? Dont

miss your chance to try the kakadu
plum, one of Australias most prized
superfoods.
Also known as the Bush plum, these
small, yellowish-green fruits hail from
northern Australia and contain about
100 times more vitamin C than that of
an orange, as well as vitamin E, iron,
and folic acid.
Kakadu plums are harvested from
March through June, and youll find
them served up in sauces, desserts,
and ice cream.
This bold-flavored vegetable is filled

with nutrients such as vitamin B6,
vitamin C, vitamin K, and is a good
source of potassium and fiber.
While available year-round, the
peak season for celeriac is September
to April, so try during this time to
experience the boldest flavor and
maximum nutrients.
Catch of the Day
Fresh seafood done well is a definite

treat. For the freshest, tastiest, and
healthiest option when you travel
eat locally! Enjoy lunch or dinner at
a restaurant serving a fish special or
catch of the day.
The World Health Organization
recommends 1-2 servings of oily
fish (such as salmon and mackerel)
per week to keep your heart in tiptop shape. This type of fish is rich in
omega-3 fatty acids as well as protein,
vitamin D, and B vitamins.
White fish is a great choice as well.
While white fish doesnt contain as
many omega-3s as oily fish, this fish
is low in fat which can help keep you
trim. White fish (such as cod) are also
high in protein, as well as essential
minerals iodine and selenium.
Youll likely encounter fish youve
never heard of when you visit other
countries, but these daily catches are
a delicious and nutritious way to dine
while traveling. MS&F
Celeriac Root
This root vegetable popular in France

and other parts of Europe is a relative
of the celery plant and is grown for its
edible root. Youll often find it grated
and served raw in salads or used in
soups or stews like other
root vegetables.
SAVIOR
SUPERFOODS
If you find yourself under the

weather while on vacation, look for
these superfoods to rescue you.
Jet Lag?
Try lemons. Add a little vitamin C kick
to hot or cold water to help beat jet lag.
Not only will lemons help with hydration,
they are also an alkalizing food that can
help get you back on track.
Digestive issues?
Reach for ginger. Not only can ginger
help calm an upset stomach, this spice
also helps the body with digestion. Try a
cup of ginger tea after meals. Ginger is
also a great option for motion or altitude
sickness.
Low on Energy?
Days of exploring can take its toll,
leading to low energy levels. Grab an
extra potassium-rich banana from the
breakfast buffet to keep blood sugar
steady and boost energy while you are
on the go.
FOOD SAFETY TIPS
If your adventures take you to developing countries, you need to be a bit more careful about what you eat than
usual. Here are some tips to keep you healthy so you dont miss any time exploring due to illness.
Skip the Tap Water
Dont risk drinking contaminated water. Instead, opt for bottled and make sure you observe the opening of the bottle
yourself when you order in a restaurant. This also goes for ice, water used to brush your teeth, etc.
Avoid Raw Foods
Unless you rinse fruits and vegetables yourself with clean water, skip any uncooked fruits and vegetables, including salads.
Same goes for raw fish or undercooked meat. Instead, enjoy cooked vegetables and fruits that come in their own skin or
wrapper like bananas and oranges.
MAX SCIENCE
STRENGTH
& PHYSIQUE
EVOLVED
BY MATT COOPER, CFNC
A COUPLE of years ago, the

team at Max Muscle Nutrition
introduced a revolutionary new
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In fact, new science has recently
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with a sensible, nutritious diet and
regular exercise to help boost
strength, fat loss, lean muscle mass,
and muscle size and achieve their
fitness goals!
WHATS IN IT?
MaxxTOR is driven by the ingredient

Mediator Phosphatidic Acid, developed
by Chemi Nutra. Phosphatidic Acid (PA)
is one of the most powerful molecular
activators of the mammalian target
of rapamycin (otherwise known as
mTOR) signaling pathway. The protein
enzyme kinase mTOR is the master
regulator of the signaling network
that controls skeletal muscle growth
(muscular hypertrophy) and strength
gains. Research studies have shown
that an elevation in PA activates the
mTOR signaling induced by mechanical
muscle activation (e.g., weightlifting).
The MaxxTOR formula, exclusively
formulated by the research
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With MaxxTOR,
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Muscle Nutrition has combined

Mediator Phosphatidic Acid with
other key synergistic ingredients
including leucine, Beta-HydroxyBetaMethylbutyrate (HMB), and vitamin
D3 to deliver the most powerful mTOR
signaling activator ever developed.
MaxxTOR is the ONLY formula that
combines these key ingredients in the
correct, efficacious amounts.
Leucine is an essential branchedchain amino acid and possesses
the most marked anabolic effect
compared to any amino acid on
triggering protein synthesis, muscle
cell growth, and decreasing the rate
of protein breakdown (degradation) in

muscles. Leucine initiates the signaling
of mTOR through upregulation of
gene transcription and translation.
Additionally, leucine has a sparing
effect on muscle glycogen and
decreases lactic acid production.
HMB is a metabolite of leucine.
Numerous research studies have
shown that HMB, in conjunction with
resistance training, increases protein
synthesis, strength gains, and lean
body mass. HMB supports the integrity
of muscle fibers and protects important
contractile proteins in addition to
enhancing recovery by attenuating
Priscilla Vargas, a Max Muscle Pleasanton

customer, recommends MaxxTOR to women
having a hard time building muscle.
exercise induced muscle damage in

both trained and untrained individuals.
Vitamin D3 has been shown to play
an important role on muscle mass and
function and it enhances the stimulating
effect of leucine and insulin on protein
synthesis. Vitamin D3 sensitizes the
Akt/mTOR-dependent pathway to the
stimulating effect of leucine.
According to Escalante, both men

and women who were given Mediator
Phosphatidic Acid in the study
improved their upper body strength,
lower body strength, and lean body
mass compared to the placebo.
The takeaway is this: adding
MaxxTOR to a three-day per week
resistance training program can
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loss, and strength than just exercise
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contains the efficacious dose of
Mediator Phosphatidic Acid AND it
contains the synergistic ingredients of
vitamin D3, leucine, and HMB, it all
adds up to even greater results.
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But thats not the end of it. The people

are speaking, too! Take it from the
satisfied, MaxxTOR users themselves.
BACKED BY SCIENCE
In 2013, an 8-week study was

conducted on fit men by the research
team at the University of Tampa.
The study incorporated Mediator
Phosphatidic Acid (PA) combined
with strength training and ultimately
revealed profound results. Subjects
receiving PA all gained lean muscle
mass, lost fat, saw an increase in
barbell bench press strength, and
made gains in their quads.
Because of this study, Max Muscles
very own Chief Science Officer, Dr. Phil
Harvey, developed MaxxTOR and Max
Muscle customers taking it started
seeing great results within two months.
But Dr. Phil wanted to find out
for himself how this product stood
up to rigorous scientific testing and
he also wanted it proven safe and
effective. Therefore, he, along with
Dr. Guillermo Escalante, an assistant
professor of kinesiology at California
State University San Bernardino and
two other colleagues came together
to build upon the University of Tampa
study by conducting their own 8-week
double-blind, placebo-controlled study
on MaxxTOR. Their study, however,
included women. Test subjects were
not allowed to take other supplements,
had to weight train, and they had to
adhere to a healthy diet overseen by a
dietician.
they are happy with the results they

are getting from MaxxTOR. I LOVE
MaxxTOR, said Krista Hanson, 31,
of Emeryville, CA, a customer at Max
Muscle Walnut Creek. This is one
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gives me the energy and strength I
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gym. I have made impressive gains in
muscle size all while keeping my body
fat low. This is one product I highly
recommend!
MaxxTOR elicits amazing results in
men, too. Former Italian professional
basketball player-turned-fitnessenthusiast Gabriele Brusamarello has
transformed his physique while using
MaxxTOR. I wouldnt have gained all
the muscle mass and stayed this lean
without MaxxTOR, he said.
Gabriele follows a high-intensity
strength training regimen where he is
regularly hitting PRs (personal records)
on lifts. I can really tell the difference;
the strength I get from MaxxTOR is
amazing. All I can say is, it works! he
said.
HOW TO USE IT
Verl LeFlore, 56, of Webster, Texas (a customer

at Max Muscle League City) said he never
works out without his MaxxTOR!
Priscilla Vargas, 34, of Dublin, CA

is a prime example. Introduced to
MaxxTOR by Nick Harrison of Max
Muscle Pleasanton, she began using it
right after her bikini competition. Her
off season necessitated building more
muscle and a strength-focused phase
in her training. By using MaxxTOR,
Ive gained more muscle, increased
my strength, and lost body fat, so Im
happy with the results.
Priscilla is a great example that
women are prime candidates for
MaxxTOR. I would recommend
MaxxTOR to women having a hard
time building muscle, she said. I
love the fact that its drug free! One
hundred percent natural gains are the
best kind, especially when they work!
Priscilla isnt a four-leaf clover
either. Plenty of female customers
from across the nation are saying
MaxxTOR is most effective when

taken on training days doing
resistance exercise, said Dr. Phil. The
requirement is 750 mg of Phosphatidic
Acid, which is the exact dose in
MaxxTOR (5 caps). This dose can be
taken all at once an hour before weight
training or in divided doses (e.g., 3
caps before and 2 after).
Whether your goal is to build
strength, gain muscle, or increase
lean body mass, or all three, MaxxTOR
will allow you to defy your limits! As
always, check with your physician
before starting any new supplement or
workout routine. MS&F
Krista Hanson, a Max Muscle Walnut Creek

customer, says MaxxTOR is one product
she can't live without.
MAX SCIENCE
SCIENCE PULSE
The latest news on the power of key supplements to boost

sports performance and safeguard your health.
BY PHIL HARVEY, PHD, RD, FISSN, FACN
Numerous Benefits of
CoQ10 in Exercise
Multivitamin Use is Heart Healthy
Researchers from the Divisions of Preventive Medicine and Institute of

Environmental Medicine at the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden
set out to investigate how multivitamin use is associated with the risk of
cardiovascular disease (CVD) in initially healthy men at baseline. They studied
18,530 male physicians aged 40 years old from the Physicians Health Study
I cohort who were free of CVD and cancer at baseline (1982). During a mean
follow-up of 12.2 years, there were 1,697 incident cases of major CVD (defined
as nonfatal myocardial infarction, nonfatal stroke, and CVD death). Overall,
researchers concluded from this long-term prospective study in initially healthy
men, multivitamin use for 20 years was associated with a lower risk of major
CVD events. (Rautiainen S, et al. J Nutr. 2016 Apr 27 pii: jn227884). MMSN
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BCAA Promotes mTOR Activation
Researchers from the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences set
out to evaluate the contribution of the branched-chain amino acids (BCAA)
to this effect of mTOR activation by comparing the stimulatory role of
leucine, BCAA, and EAA ingestion on anabolic signaling following exercise.
In this study, eight trained volunteers completed four sessions of resistance
exercise during which they ingested either placebo, leucine, BCAA, or EAA
(including the BCAA) in random order. Muscle biopsies were taken at rest,
immediately after exercise, and following 90 and 180 minutes of recovery.
Following 90 minutes of recovery, the activity of mTOR was greater than at
rest in all four trials. Researchers concluded that EAA (including the BCAA)
ingestion appears to stimulate mTOR activation more effectively than the
other supplements and the results also suggest that this effect is primarily
attributable to the BCAA. (Moberg M, et al. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol. 2016
Apr 6:ajpcell.00374.2015). MMSN Featured Product: Max Pro BCAA
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A recent study reported the effects of

CoQ10, a component of the electron
transport chain in mitochondria, on
anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
mediators, thus protecting tissues
against oxidative injury. Researchers
from the Department of Movement and
Training Science at Firat University in
Turkey conducted a six-week study
using rats that were assigned randomly
for sedentary vs. exercise training.
When compared with the sedentary
group, significant decreases in heart,
liver, and muscle NFB levels were
observed in CoQ10 supplemented
rats, while the inhibitory protein
IB significantly increased. CoQ10
supplementation caused an increase
in Nrf2 and HO-1 after exercise training
in heart, liver, and muscle tissues.
Researchers concluded that CoQ10
modulates the expression of NFB,
IB, Nrf2 and HO-1 in exercise training,
indicating an anti-inflammatory effect
and emphasizes its role in antioxidant
defense. (Pala R, et al. J Sports Sci
Med. 2016 Feb 23;15(1):196-203).
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Growth Hormone (GH) is an anabolic protein hormone secreted by the pituitary gland in the brain and
is responsible for the overall growth of the body (e.g., muscles and bones), fat breakdown, other metabolic effects and maintaining the immune system. After the age of 20 years, GH levels declines progressively and have been linked to many age-related changes including decreases in lean body mass,
increases in abdominal body fat and thinning of the skin. GH stimulates the release of the hormone
IGF-1 by the liver. The secreted IGF-1 then travels to tissues and is the key player in muscle growth.
GHTX is a scientifically-based formula to provide the body with precursors to support healthy levels of
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TAKING
IT ON THE
ROAD
KEEPING YOUR NUTRITION on
track while away from home can be

a challenge. But with a little bit of
planning, stepping out doesnt have to
mean stepping away from your gains.
Over the course of my tenure as a top
national level amateur bodybuilder and
on into the pros, Ive had many people
ask me, Whats the secret to building
a prize-winning physique? The truth is,
there are no secrets to achieving a high
level of success in fitness. Its really as
simple as this:
Consistency is the key: Weve
said it before: the body is the most
wonderfully adaptive machine there
is. Over time, the body will adjust and
adapt to stressors or stimuli placed on
it, and this is how we elicit change,
build muscle, lose fat, and increase our
level of fitness. The more consistently
and regularly you can introduce a
stimulus to the body (such as cardio,
weight training, or a particular meal
plan), the greater and the more rapid
the bodys adaptive response to said
stimulus.
FOOD is the secret: Youve heard it
before, now here it is again: You are
what you eat. This statement could
not be simpler, nor more accurate. If
we consistently supply our body with
proper nutrition, solid building blocks to
fuel muscle growth, and physical and
physiological activity, our bodies will be
better able to adapt and grow stronger,
leaner, and more fit. Our food choices,
the types of fuel you put into your
machine, will determine how you look
and feel, plain and simple.
As a bodybuilder, Ive learned to
appreciate Tupperware. There are
several companies now that specialize
in specialized cooler-type bags with
custom food trays available, specifically
for active people that need to bring
their food along with them (two good
examples include FitMark and 6-Pack
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Bags). These bags are stylish and

make it easier to pack it up and take it
along, and they keep everything chilled
while travelling! I strongly recommend
investing in either one of these
travelling, meal-organizers or invest in a
collection of Tupperware, to help keep
your meals organized and cold!
Here are a few other food tips Ive
learned along the way, to help keep
me on track and compliant. Follow your
macros, and youll find its easier to
prep for a trip.
Photo by Brett Seeley
Pete Ciccone, CSCS, IFBB Pro, is a professional

trainer, physique specialist and prep coach
in the Southern California region. He's a
published industry consultant and a respected
authority in Sports Nutrition & Exercise.
Find more on 619muscle.com.
Protein: Dry protein powders are easy

to pack, and great for back up or as
a part of your daily meal plan. Most
powders available today also taste
amazing. Whey protein and casein are
staples in my own personal everyday
diet. Dry powders will also stay fresh
and unspoiled. Pack in zip lock bags.
Carbs: Rice cakes are light, easy to
pack and store, and wont spoil at room
temperature.
Fats: Nuts are easy to pack, and make
great on-the-go snacks.
Just be sure to keep your eye on the
prize by keeping your mind on your
macro-nutrient prescription. Its often
easy to over-snack on nuts or other
portable finger foods when on the
road.
Keep in mind that most hotels offer
oats, fruits, or dry cereals for breakfast.
Many hotels will provide a refrigerator
if you request one call ahead to be
sure. Remember that grocery stores are
typically not that far from most major
hotels. If you dont have to haul your
entire trips worth of food, dont. Simply
buy it locally!
So remember, with a little bit of
careful planning, you will be able to
maintain your meal plan and exercise
program, and continue to progress
along your fitness path to your own
version of perfect! It just takes a little
effort! MS&F
SCIENCE ALERT - THE SECRET BEHIND BCAA RATIOS
Branched-Chain Amino Acids or BCAAs have become all the craze for athletes looking to
improve performance but why are there so many different ratios? A common question asked is what
is the best ratio to be used in a BCAA blend? Is it 2:1:1, 5:1:1, 8:1:1 or 10:1:1?
The optimal ratio of the BCAA is 2:1:1 and the primary reason is that this is the ratio that naturally
occurs in foods, the ratio found in muscle tissue and the ratio supported by the majority of published
scientific studies on the benefits of BCAA supplementation for muscle growth, energy and fat loss.
The proper 2:1:1 represents the ratio of leucine:valine:isoleucine. Higher amounts of leucine in a
BCAA formula has not been shown in scientific studies to be any more beneficial than in the 2:1:1
ratio. In fact, higher leucine content may actually be detrimental in outcompeting valine and isoleucine
for absorption, assimilation into muscle tissues and function. Valine helps
p blunt fatigue
g during
g exercise
and isoleucine may provide benefits in
promoting fat burning during exercise.
SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN
So why then do you see so many BCAA
blends on the market with modified ratios of
the BCAAs? The answer is simple it costs
less to make so they make more PROFIT off
of you!
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The bottom line is to stay with the natural

balance of the BCAA in the 2:1:1 ratio, the
optimal ratio that is supported by published
science for all types of exercise, muscle
growth, recovery and even fat loss. There are
no proven additional benefits of higher ratios
of leucine in addition to wasting money and
sabotaging the benefits.

References:
1. Iwasawa Y, Kishi T, Morita M, et al. Optimal ratio of individual branched-chain amino acis in total parenteral nutrition of injured rats. J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 1991 Nov-Dec;15(6):612-8.
2. Foure A, Nosaka K, Gastaldi M, et al. Effects of branched-chain amino acids supplementation on both plasma amino acids concentration and muscle energetics changes resulting from muscle damage: A randomized placebo controlled trial.
Elin Nutr. 2015 Apr 1. Pii: S0261-5614(15)00089-8.
3. Kim DH, Kim SH, Jeong WS, Lee HY. Effect of BCAA intake during endurance exercises on fatigue substances, muscle damage substances, and energy metabolism substances. J Exerc Nutrition Biochem. 2013 Dec;17(4):169-80.
4. Sharp CP, Pearson DR. Amino acid supplementation and recovery from high-intensity resistance training. J Strength Cond Res. 2010;24:1125-30.
5. Tatpati, LL, Irving BA, Tom A, et al. The effect of branched chain amino acids on skeletal muscle mitochondrial function in young and elderly adults. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010;95:894-902.
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