August 2020 Newsletter
August Video Tip Clip: Bench Press Safety
Since COVID-19 hit earlier this year, most of the time when we hear the word “safety” now, we seem to think about washing our hands, wearing a mask, and social distancing. But training in socially distanced situations can present its own dangers…and I’m not talking about viruses! Check out the video above for a few simple, common sense tips to keep you safe when training your chest.
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Uncertainty
Our April, May, June and July newsletters all had to be written immediately before release, because so many things were changing so quickly, due to COVID-19. Although there’s still a lot of uncertainty at this point, I’m writing this article six days before publication…and hoping it’ll still be relevant on August 1st!
Uncertainty seems to have defined 2020 so far, but it doesn’t have to define your health and fitness goals. Whether gyms close again, or not…and whether masks are mandated in public, or not…doesn’t change the fact that if you eat clean and exercise consistently, you’ll be healthier. And if there’s anything that 2020 has taught us, it’s that our health should never be taken for granted!
You don’t have to be able to sit down at the latest trendy restaurant to eat well. You don’t have to be able to attend your favorite gym to get in a good workout (although it certainly helps). All you have to do is plan your meals in advance, and schedule your workouts just like you would schedule a business meeting or other important appointment. Eat more things that grew out of the ground, and fewer that you tore out of a cellophane wrapper. Beat the heat and go for early morning walks or jogs, and regardless of whether or not your gym remains open, or if you’ve got any home gym equipment, you can always do body-weight exercises like squats, push-ups, sit-ups, and countless others. Not sure what those might be? I know a few Certified Personal Trainers who can help!
Yours in health,
Robert Kennedy
President & CEO
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New England-Inspired Shrimp Rolls
Ingredients
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plain fat-free Greek yogurt
1/4 cup (30g) celery, chopped
3 tablespoons green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound (454g) cooked shrimp, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 1.75-ounce (50g) split-top hot dog buns
Directions
In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, yogurt, celery, onions, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Add shrimp and toss gently to combine.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread butter evenly over cut sides of hot dog buns. Cook buns in skillet until toasted, 1–2 minutes per side.
Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 shrimp roll
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 315; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 226mg; Sodium: 438mg; Carbohydrate: 22g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 31g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 314mg; Iron: 11%; Vitamin A: 9%; Vitamin C: 5%; Calcium: 20%
This recipe courtesy of: MyFitnessPal