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Discover the Best Edible Bugs: For High-Protein
Edible insects Discover the nutritional and environmental benefits of adding insects to your diet. Learn how embracing these sustainable food sources can boost your health and support ecological well-being. The most popular eaten insects by humans are Rhino Beetle While insects do contain some saturated fats, these typically comprise only about one-third of their overall fatty acid profile, making them a relatively healthy fat source. In addition to healthy fats, insects provide numerous other nutritional benefits, including high protein, low sugar, prebiotic fiber, and essential nutrients like B12 and iron. **However, as with any food, they should be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. #livealifetodiefor #MoreThanMyPast #itsrogerx Edible Insects Nutritional…
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Endurance Runner’s Ultimate Training Plans: For Better Performances
A Marathon/Endurance Interval Workout Plan is designed with specific objectives to optimize a runner’s performance, focusing on building endurance, speed, and stamina for long-distance races. The thinking behind such a plan involves a combination of physiological, psychological, and strategic aspects that target the runner’s ability to maintain a strong pace over the duration of the race. Here’s a breakdown of the key principles and goals: 1. Improving Aerobic Capacity (Endurance) 2. Building Lactate Threshold (Speed-Endurance) 3. Muscular Strength and Power (Economy) 4. Mental Toughness and Focus 5. Recovery and Adaptation 6. Pacing Strategies 7. Variety in Workouts (Preventing Plateau) Example Components of a Marathon Interval Workout Plan: In Summary: The…
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Better Fitness Fast with HIIT
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is an incredibly effective and time-efficient workout that offers multiple benefits, including enhanced cardiovascular health, fat loss, muscle retention, and overall fitness improvement. This makes it an excellent choice for anyone seeking a powerful and versatile exercise routine. HIIT involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with brief recovery periods, allowing you to maximize calorie burn and cardiovascular conditioning in less time compared to traditional workouts. Its efficiency and adaptability make it ideal for individuals looking to achieve quick results in fat loss and endurance without sacrificing muscle tone. Key Features of HIIT Running – HIIT : Road or Treadmill / Running Machine Intervals can be…
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Best Sleeping Bags for Survival & Comfort on Your Adventures
Sleeping bag ratings serve as a guide, but they can’t guarantee warmth for everyone due to individual differences in body shape, size, age, and cold sensitivity. For instance, women often feel colder than men while sleeping because they typically have a lower metabolic rate and less muscle mass. Factors such as your body temperature when you enter the sleeping bag, your recent meals and hydration levels, your attire, and your familiarity with outdoor sleeping conditions also play critical roles in thermal comfort. ** Sleeping Bag’s Ratings indicates how effectively an item will keep someone warm One-season sleeping bags are ideal for summer camping and backpacking, as they are designed for…
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Recovery is Inspirational : Best way to Triumph
“Recovery is Inspirational, and Inspiration is Contagious” captures the transformative power of personal growth and resilience When someone goes through a journey of recovery—whether it’s from illness, addiction, trauma, or any challenge—their strength can inspire others. That inspiration, in turn, spreads like a positive force, motivating those around them to pursue their own paths of healing, self-improvement and change. It’s a reminder that one person’s courage and determination can ripple outward, creating a chain reaction of hope and encouragement. This contagious inspiration helps build a supportive community where everyone lifts each other up, reinforcing the idea that no one is truly alone on their journey. My recent experience at the…
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Insect / Bug Warning Signals To Watch when ‘Foraging’
When foraging for edible insects / Bugs, it’s essential to confidently and accurately identify what you’re collecting. If you’re unsure about the Bug’s identity, it’s best to avoid eating it altogether. Always confirm the species through multiple reliable sources before consumption. Keep in mind that ingesting anything toxic can be highly dangerous, so it’s vital to exercise caution and prioritize safety. Bugs Warning Signals Insects, worms, grubs, beetles and termites are a good source of protein…But, as a general rule, avoid – A Few Examples of Nasty Bugs: **Ask your local guide if a ‘Bug’ is edible…BEFORE popping it into your mouth #livealifetodiefor #MoreThanMyPast #itsrogerx **I am excited to share the…
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Essential Survival Gear for Treks and More: Checklist for Preparedness
Equip yourself with the essential knowledge of the vital items you’ll need for every adventure. Survival gear is invaluable in any emergency situation, and being fully prepared can make all the difference. With my comprehensive guide to must-have survival gear, you’ll have everything covered. When I prepare for a trek, I know that packing the right survival gear is key to ensuring my safety, comfort, and readiness for anything the journey might throw at me. Essential Survival Gear Checklist for Treks:> Hydration: Water…water purification system & tablets Water Bottle and / or Hydration Bladder > Collapsible Water Bucket (optional) Nutrition: Food: Freeze dried / Dehydrated meals that are lightweight, nutritious…
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From Crime, Addiction then Cancer To Full Recovery: A Triumph of Resilience
Hello, I’m Roger Davies, and I’d like to share a bit about my journey—one that has taken me from the depths of addiction to the highest peaks of adventure, both literally and metaphorically. My life has been filled with incredible highs and devastating lows, but the thread that runs through it all is resilience, strength, and an unwavering commitment to living fully. If you’re interested in nonfiction books about addiction, I want to share not only my story but how that story has been transformed into a book that could offer you—or someone you know—hope and inspiration. A Difficult Beginning: Crime, Addiction, and Recovery The early chapters of my life…
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Endurance Mindset: How To Overcome Mental Challenges
Endurance and extreme trekking events test not just your physical limits but also your mental resilience. Success in these challenges often hinges more on mindset than on physical strength alone. Two powerful examples highlighting the crucial need for My Personal Mental Resilience > Hearing the most Feared Words in Ocean Rowing – Man Overboard When the Doctor gave me the dreaded diagnosis- Cancer Here’s how to cultivate a mindset that will carry you through the toughest moments on the trail and through life. 1. Set Clear Goals and Purpose Understand why you’re undertaking this challenge. Whether it’s for personal growth, to conquer a fear, or for the love of nature,…
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Overcome Addictions: Your Ultimate Directory of Recovery Support Groups
Over my four-decade journey in recovery, (02.02.81) I’ve found that building strong social connections within a group or community is incredibly powerful and profoundly transformative. These bonds have not only supported my personal growth but also created a network of mutual strength and resilience. A proven way is by joining 12-step programs that are mutual aid groups designed to help individuals overcome addictions, compulsions, and other behavioural issues. These programs emphasize community support, personal accountability, and spiritual growth – key components of ‘Recovery. These programs follow a set of guiding principles originally developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Better known 12-step programs: Addiction: Alcohol Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): A community of strength…
