Healthy Gifts for the Holidays
Gift giving is one of my favorite things. Coming up with a special gift for people I care about means a great deal to me. I try and think about them as a person, the things that they love to do or want to do and that is how I base my creative thoughts. Maybe you are similar, or maybe you are a person who never knows what to get your friend or loved one. This year, think about their health as the primary focus. There are many great gift ideas that will let them know you’re thinking of them and will actually help them live happier and healthier.
Ontario Park Passes: Frontenac Park is in Kingston’s backyard and we often forget about it. There are many hikes of varying levels of difficulty to challenge you. A season’s pass to one of the local parks would be great gift for those who love to get outdoors and getaway from the hustle and bustle.
In my world, energy is everything.
Dehydration is a serious problem, especially when talking about athletic performance. Your body needs water in order to operate on the most basic of levels. Without proper hydration your body can suffer mild to severe physiologic compromise. Weight loss of 1-2% of your total body weight can signify dehydration and will show signs of decreased performance. At a 3% loss you will start to experience heat cramps and a moderate to severe decrease in performance. Anything over a 5% loss puts you at risk for heat stroke. Dehydration actually occurs before the onset of thirst. Therefore, if you feel thirsty you are already dehydrated! 