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MAY 2003
TIP FOR THE MONTH

Hello! Many who train with weights don't realize that even though you pump up and get temporarily bigger during a workout, this is not when your muscles actually grow.  A workout is catabolic.  You are actually destroying your body during hard workout sessions.  Your body builds itself when you are recuperating, especially during the first 4 hours of sleep.  That's why it's important to relax to the max.  Here are some tips:

1. Be sure to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night.  I notice I sleep longer on the days I train. 

2. Stay calm during the day.   When something potentially stressful happens, immediately ask yourself: "How can I use this in a positive way to help me grow?"

3.  Take a half hour time out during the late afternoon and practice a deep relaxation technique.  Some  examples are A. meditate  B. listen to soothing music with your eyes closed  C. lie down and take a short nap.

4. Scan your thoughts during the day and crowd out negative thinking by repeating an affirmation to yourself like "I am flexible and can stretch my limits" or "I can feel my waistline shrinking".

5. Never train upper body two days in a row.  This is just too much stress on the shoulders and elbows and can result in chronic tendonitis, especially when done over long periods of time.  I find training each body part every 5th day ideal for muscle growth.

6.  Consider using Hi-tech relaxation devices like my Mind Muscle Machine.  It's on sale this month for $89 (+ s & h) and includes 2 free CDs, "Get Motivated" and "Relax to the Max" or any of my 4 audio cassettes.

You'll feel better and make better progress in your training if you relax and keep your cool.

FZ

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