The Centurion

5/7/2019 7:00:00 AM

What You Should Know About Fats in Your Diet

By Century Martial Arts

There are many misconceptions about fats. With so much misinformation and so many fad diets, it can be easy to become confused about fats, their purpose and the differences between types of fat. In addition to potentially affecting your fitness goals, fats can impact both your short-term and long-term health. Understanding the difference between good fat and bad fat can help you make the best decisions for your health and well-being.

3/7/2019 7:00:00 AM

The Bare Bones Facts of Bone Health – And Why It’s So Important!

By Century Martial Arts

Your bones are one of the most important parts of your body. They not only provide the support your body needs to hold muscles in place and move freely, but also supply calcium to the body's cells, holds the bone marrow that helps make your blood and bone cells, and protect your organs. Without healthy bones, your body and life would be much different. This is (part of!) the reason why eating right and exercising are so important.

2/12/2019 7:00:00 AM

Get Heart-Smart for February!

By Century Martial Arts

Did you know? February is American Heart Month! Although you should be taking care of your heart all the time, no matter where you live, this is an especially crucial issue for those of us in the States: heart disease is the leading cause of death for both American men and women. In fact, one out of every four deaths are caused by heart disease.

1/29/2019 7:00:00 AM

Thinking About Adding Supplements to Your Healthcare Routine? Read This First!

By Guest Blogger: Cheryl Conklin

1/3/2019 7:00:00 AM

Sugar: How Much is Too Much?

By Century Martial Arts

Editor’s note: If you read the Centurion, you probably remember the whole month-without-sugar challenge, and the absolute failure that was the first month and the success that was the second. The people who participated in the challenge noticed some positive results; however, we never really touched on just want makes sugar so bad in the first place. Well, we’re exploring that now!

12/13/2018 7:00:00 AM

Rolling Right: How to Avoid Injury on the BJJ Mats

By Century Martial Arts

Brazilian jiu-jitsu is an outstanding hobby. Not only does it teach valuable self-defense skills, it’s also a phenomenal workout, and so fun to do that it will never feel like a chore. Unfortunately, as with all contact sports, BJJ also brings with it the risk of injury. The odds of getting hurt only increase the longer you participate and the older you get.

12/11/2018 7:00:00 AM

Managing Your Gut Health: Controlling Your Digestive Problems With Diet And Exercise

By Guest Blogger: Cheryl Conklin

Editor’s note: With Thanksgiving just behind us, and Christmas and the rest of the holiday season ahead, we’ve got a lot to look forward to. We’ve also got a lot to look out for, especially when it comes to our diets. The surplus of rich holiday food and drink is a recipe for gut trouble, especially for those with already-sensitive stomachs. This timely guest article is your guide for dealing with tummy trouble, and it’s especially relevant this time of year! Please read on and enjoy this article on keeping your gut healthy!

10/4/2018 11:20:11 AM

Two Months Without Sugar: Part 3

By Sarah Lobban

Stop! Before you go any further, read part one of this blog here, and part two here. All caught up? Okay!

7/6/2018 8:05:00 AM

4 Reasons You're Not Seeing the Workout Results You Want

By Century Martial Arts

“How long will it take to see results from my workout?” If you’ve recently started a new exercise program, that’s a question you’ve probably asked yourself. The answer is, of course, “it depends,” but most people who consistently work out begin to experience visible results in six to eight weeks.

4/13/2018 10:00:00 AM

The Food Side of Fitness

By Century Martial Arts

Regular physical activity is essential for getting stronger, staying healthy, and living longer. Most doctors recommend getting at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day. While this is sound advice, you may not experience all the benefits if your exercise nutrition is poor. It’s important to understand how nutrition, both good and bad, plays a role in the effectiveness of your workouts. Your health and wellness and fitness nutrition have a cause and effect relationship.