THE MANY BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
- body composition
- strength
- bone health
- hormones and other endocrinal benefits
- mood/mental health
- cardiovascular/cardio respiratory
- disease prevention
- more energy, more confidence, look better, feel better, improved quality of life
- Robert’s own personal journey
- the fitness/wellness continuum; discover your inner athlete
- all of the above in concert with good nutrition
THE IMPORTANCE OF INNER SRENGTH/INNER COMPASS
- Even the Dalai Lama has mentioned that a healthy mind and a healthy body go hand in hand and that inner strength is important. (Meaningful Life Presentation at Stanford, Oct. 2010.)
- Self Talk
- Belief in Oneself
- Visualization
- Commitment/Passion/Inner Athlete
- Being proactive in health and fitness, motivation, support
- Robert’s own personal journey in life and in health/fitness/wellness
- The Mind-Body Connection (Body to Mind and Mind to Body)
- Inner Strength / Inner Peace and Wellness
SELECTED TOPICS IN FITNESS NUTRITION
- Sugar
- Insulin
- Frequency of Eating & Portion Size (in relation to one’s metabolism and generally)
- Macronutrients: Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat
- Glycemic Index / Glycemic Load
- Fiber
- Sodium
- Vitamins, Minerals (From Foods)
- Hydration: Water as a nutrient
- The use of “sports drinks”
- Metabolism: Caloric Intake & Caloric Expenditure; Resting/Basal Metabolic Rate, Energy Balance, Factors Affecting Energy Balance
- Pro-Inflammatory & Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Hosting group may specify one of the three major subject areas from above list, or let Robert choose based on input from the Host about its focus and its constituency. The sub-areas listed for each numbered subject are typical of the subject matter covered in a presentation. However, actual subjects covered could be more or less than listed.
Rates are commensurate with reach and size of audience, plus travel expenses.