As a Kion Coach, we get access to some amazing research and articles from Ben Greenfield! I love being involved and connected to such a tight community of wise coaches who are all passionate about helping YOU be healthier on the inside and out.
What are you doing to take care of the WHOLE you now?
Now most of us are athletes of some level and we are all interested in keeping our fitness while we are stuck at home. How do you keep your muscles from getting soft and saggy? That is my challenge lately- especially my biceps! I love lifting heavy weights three days a week plus swimming – which I am not able to do lately (4 weeks in and 4 more to go!).
I am able to do power yoga (thank you YouTube Baron Babtiste and Travis Eliot) as well as my own “Potts Circuit Training” using body weight, bands, 5# weights, #3 weights, STROOPS, Rip Trainer, BOSU, Stability Ball, bench, Slider push up handles, Perfect push-up handles and good old slider moving pads.
Read this great article on the importance of Essential Aminos vs. BCAA from Kion here
How are you keeping up your health and fitness program right now?
I am missing something …heavy lifting and pulling. My husband just had a truck load of gravel delivered for his yard projects this weekend. I may need to start helping him (finally!) lifting and moving rocks and using the wheel barrow filled with gravel! My poor muscle is decreasing … I hate having saggy soft muscles in my body -especially my ARMS!
Here are some suggestions from the crew at Kion as well as key supplements to add to your keto carnivore diet. I am thankful for ButcherBox, Athletic Greens and my Kion Aminos!
Learn more about why Ben Greenfield decided to create Kion Aminos and now Kion Creatine here
How can you support your muscles with training and supplementation?
This is question that has popped up more than a few times for people all across the board in this quarantine.
We know that Essential Amino Acids (EAA’s) are an essential building block for protein synthesis, so our team at Kion decided it was the perfect time to be stocking up on a supplement that offers so many benefits! I know my muscles need all the attention they can get right now- even though I am walking, running hills, biking hills, strength training at home and doing yoga (vinyasa power yoga and yin yoga).
Of course you probably have this knowledge, but our team just put out a great article, “Protecting Your Gains Without A Gym: Exercise, Diet and Supplement Tips For Building Muscle at Home” which could offer you some free ideas how to keep fit and strong (and avoid the Covid-19#)… Including Aminos Supplementation.
Fuel your performance, energy, and strength with Kion Creatine, made with 100% Creapure®.
- Helps reduce post-exercise fatigue*
- Promotes boosts in athletic performance*
- Supports increases in muscle mass and strength*
HOW KION AMINOS WORK
KION AMINOS provide a dose of eight of the EAAs in proper quantities to optimize performance and health.
WHAT ARE AMINO ACIDS? Kion Aminos…
AMINO ACIDS are the catalyst for nearly every physiological function including:
- protein synthesis
- enzyme production
- hormone regulation
- cognitive performance
- neurotransmitter balance
- metabolism
They’re also the foundation of protein and therefore muscle mass, which makes them a necessity for optimizing athletic performance.
Each of the EAAs supports the body in unique ways:
LYSINE – Plays a role in growth hormone secretion, which supports muscle repair and recovery. It’s also a critical component of structural proteins like collagen and elastin, which are important for building strong connective tissue.
METHIONINE – Helps the body process and eliminate fat, promotes cardiovascular health, and supports liver function to help the body eliminate toxins.
PHENYLALANINE – Has a pain-killing and mood-elevating effect and is necessary for the synthesis of norepinephrine and dopamine. It also stimulates the release of adrenaline and noradrenaline, which are critical for nervous system function.
THREONINE – Supports fat metabolism and immune function. Like lysine, it’s another crucial component of structural proteins and connective tissue.
TRYPTOPHAN – Has pain-suppressing qualities and can increase pain tolerance during hard workouts or competitions. It’s also a precursor for serotonin, which regulates sleep, appetite, and mood.
LEUCINE – Important for protein synthesis, blood sugar regulation, and growth hormone production.
ISOLEUCINE – Helps prevent muscle from breaking down during exercise, which could lead to faster recovery. It’s also important for immune function, hemoglobin production, and energy regulation.
VALINE – Helps stimulate muscle regeneration and plays a critical role in energy production.
Click here to order you Kion Aminos along with your Creatine and my favorite Kion Coffee… or that is my order I am making today as it is on my to-do list!
Let me know how you like the Kion products! I mix my Athletic Greens with my Kion Aminos and Creatine… plus I do add some mitochondria boosters as l’carnitine and d’ribose.
Until next time,
Stay calm and carry on… by taking care of the WHOLE you with the eight elements of “The WHOLESTIC Method”. Find my book and manual on Amazon- just search for Debbie Potts and LIFE IS NOT A RACE!
Hugs,
Debbie
