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8 Health Lies Trainers Tell
Fitness and Health Advice to Ignore
I've spent years handpicking a posse of Spinning instructors, yoga teachers, and cross-trainers I can trust. They're smart; they're certified. They know the ins and outs of asanas, ab crunches, and aerobic conditioning. But how much stock should I put in the health information and advice some of them dole out during sessions? You know, like what I should be eating or how certain exercises might benefit my brain.
Organizations that train and certify trainers warn their members not to cross the line that separates fitness tips from health advice. "The line is thin, but trainers still have to respect it," says Grace DeSimone, editor of the American College of Sports Medicine's Resources for the Group Exercise Instructor. "For example, it's OK to talk about the basics of good nutrition. But it is absolutely not OK to tell someone to avoid a specific food group, like dairy, unless the trainer also happens to be a registered dietitian." Likewise, if something hurts while you're exercising, an instructor may be trained to provide basic modifications. But if you're still in pain, she should refer you to a doctor.
As for all of those health claims, are you wondering if what you've been told is fit to be trusted? Here's the skinny on some of the top myths muscling their way around gyms right now.
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GR8 comments.I am 75, living with post M.I. C.H.F. but I still exercise daily. My theory is to study all sources of information and prove the ones you feel are OK. I have thus extended the expected five years of life post my M.I. to, as at 9/27/2012 to 13. My Cardiologist told me that if I had not built up all the extra capillaries by keeping fit I would not be alive today so keeping fit saved my life. I.A.W. the mantra, "Use it or Lose it"
9/29/2012 09:16:40 PM Report AbuseNext time you buildup a good sweat, lick your self and see what sweat tastes like, mine was NOT salty which suggests it is only fluids not toxins. My way of disposing of toxins was to drink plenty of plain water or if you don't like the taste of chlorinated water, try adding a small amount of Low Cal Lime juice.
9/29/2012 09:00:46 PM Report AbuseFirst of all, ab crunches ok, aerobic conditioning alright, but what the @!#$@ is asanas? Secondly, I agree far too much advice is given but appropriately too much advice is followed. These trainers don't claim to be doctors nor should they but worse, is folks following some overly exuberent trainer who is attempting to help. Always consult momma and the doctor. trainer D
9/27/2012 10:53:54 AM Report AbuseAs a trainer, I have personally never said any of this garbage, nor do I know trainers that ever would. What kind of quack trainers was this article written about??
4/20/2012 03:39:18 PM Report AbuseAs a trainer, I feel this article doesn't portray the full story of these myths. For instance, my clients and I know they aren't sweating out toxins, but it helps get them in the gym after a late night bender. Also, as a trainer I keep pregnant women's heart rate under 140 because their doctor prescribed that not because I think it's correct. I would type more, but have no more room.
4/11/2012 09:14:04 PM Report Abuse