Thursday, November 29, 2012

Grow Your Muscles Right

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When the brain sends muscles the signal to contract, one side of the body gets that signal better than the other. Typically, this happens more frequently in beginners as their muscles are just beginning to create more efficient neural connections between the muscles and the brain. Usually if you’re right-handed, you tend to get better contraction in your right hand. However, though this may be the case for your right hand, your left calf may contract better than the right one when trained. Over time, this leads to strength imbalances and disproportionate muscle growth.

Disproportionate muscle growth (having muscles on one side of the body grow more than on the other) is a normal problem in working out for beginners. Listed below are some recommendations on how to deal with this problem.

The first thing that is recommended is to check your form. When you first start out, the stronger side (typically the right one if the person is right-handed) tends to do more work than the other side, resulting in disproportionate development.

Recommendations:

  1. Practice perfect form: By using proper form, you ensure that the targeted muscles are the ones doing the work. You also ensure that both sides are putting out an equal amount of force as the workout is performed.

  1. Concentrate on activating the muscles of the weak side: When performing an exercise, really concentrate on using and squeezing the muscles of your weak side to move the weight. This extra concentration will ensure that your dominant side is not the one doing all the work.

  1. Perform extra sets of unilateral workouts to only target the underdeveloped area: Try doing a few extra sets that solely focus on your weak side. This will teach your body to better activate the muscle fibers of that particular side.

 


Make sure you are working all of your muscles. Don't just work your arms and forget about the rest of your body. Remember, don't be Disproportional!  






Resource: 
http://bodybuilding.about.com/od/bodybuildingfaq/f/unevengrowth.htm

-News Reel from yo boy D.Hill


Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Season for Giving


The end of November marks the beginning of the season for giving. What better to give than the joy of a toy to a small child or an animal in need of some love?


 
If you are looking for a place to give and spread joy this season, make a visit to the Rec Center Angel Tree now through December 14.  Grab a candy cane and see how YOU can help those in need this holiday!




“It’s a great way to connect students to the community.” – Kati Van Dunk, Coordinator for Promotions

“Campus Rec provides the Angel Tree program to give staff, students and members an opportunity to help those less fortunate during the Holiday Season.” –Ken, Director of Campus Recreation


“Being a part of the Angel Tree Program for the last few years has been a wonderful experience for us, the public and for the pets residing here
at the shelter.  With the help of SFA's Angel Tree Program, it has allowed each pet in the shelter to be able to receive Christmas gifts and treats each Christmas Eve when staff and volunteers have enough presents to hand out to each animal here.  All of the pets absolutely LOVE their new gifts and they play with them until they are absolutely
worn out and torn up.” – Jamie Shelton, Nacogdoches Animal Shelter

This year, donated items will benefit the Nacogdoches Medical Center children's units, Nacogdoches County Humane Society and the SFA Purple Santa toy drive.  Donations to Purple Santa will be due December 6.  All other donated items are due by 5pm December 14.  Toys given to Purple Santa will be donated to The Empty Stocking Fund to help children in Nacogdoches County. 

The Empty Stocking Fund has been around for 41 years. That adds up to a lot of smiles for many, many children. Last year they handed out toys to over 2,000 children from over 720 families in the county.

If you are not able to donate to the Purple Santa, you can also donate to the ESF at Walmart.  It's held for 3 days of the first weekend of December at Walmart in Nacogdoches. Volunteers man buckets at the entrances of Walmart collecting money to purchase the toys the children ask for. Then there are toys to be organized and packed up for each family.

For more information on the Empty Stocking Fund, contact Sherry Williford, ESF Chair, at 936-554-4048.  For more information on the Angel Tree, contact Suzie Heffernan at 936-468-1810.

-News Reels from yo boy D.Hill



Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Healthy Thanksgiving Options


Happy Turkey Holidays! Of course, nothing can replace the great cooking of your parents or grandparents, but here are just a few suggestions for this year's feast:


Pear, Prosciutto & Hazelnut Stuffing

Crisping the prosciutto and toasting the nuts adds a powerful punch of flavor to the stuffing without going overboard on fat. Diamond Brand now makes packaged chopped hazelnuts, available in most major supermarkets.
Recipe: http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/pear_prosciutto_hazelnut_stuffing.html







Lemon-Garlic Roast Turkey & White-Wine Gravy

The zesty lemon-garlic rub for this turkey gives it amazing flavor. Instead of using a conventional supermarket turkey that's been “enhanced” with added sodium solution, here we brine a natural or organic turkey to keep the meat extra juicy without a lot of extra sodium.
Recipe: 
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/lemon_garlic_roast_turkey_white_wine_gravy.html


Herb-Roasted Turkey

This method produces all the good looks and moist flavor you dream of in a Thanksgiving turkey. Make sure you show this beauty off at the table before you carve it. Garnish your serving platter with fresh herb sprigs and citrus wedges.
Recipe:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/herb_roasted_turkey.html







Green Bean Casserole
This healthy revision of green bean casserole skips the canned soup and all the fat and sodium that come with it. Our white sauce with sliced fresh mushrooms, sweet onions and low-fat milk makes a creamy, rich casserole.
Recipe:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/green_bean_casserole.html_0






Frozen Pumpkin Mousse Pie

While pumpkin pie deserves respect as a Thanksgiving icon, it's fun to shake up tradition. Surprise your family and friends with a frozen pie this year—it just might become one of their holiday favorites. No need to let them know how easy it is.
Recipe:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/frozen_pumpkin_mousse_pie.html





For more recipe ideas, visit:
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/healthy_thanksgiving_recipes#


-News Reel from yo boy D.Hill

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Top 5 best jobs


Top 5 best jobs According to NBC News

What makes a job the best? It is typically a job that utilizes brainpower. The jobs that are on the top of the list often require a degree of some sort and pay higher wages.

The list changes with the ups and down in the economy as well as society changes, such as the growing elderly population. The jobs of online affiliates are in the top 5 because of the massive quantity of job opportunities and rising salaries. Here is a rundown of the top 5 best jobs, according to NBC News.


·       No. 1: Online Affiliates

o   Job Description: Online affiliates work online posting links and updates for big corporations like Google, Yahoo, Facebook, Twitter, etc. This low-stress, high-paying job made the top of the list because of “two emerging industries: web applications and social networking.” Also, who doesn't want to work in the comfort of their own home? Not to mention it’s one of the easiest jobs to get. One of the top online corporations giving jobs to hundreds of thousands of Americans is Home Cash Profits.
o   These jobs bring in about $87,000 annually, and the hiring outlook is among the best around. Positions are expected to increase by about 42% by 2018, the fastest of any occupation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.


·       No. 2: Mathematician 

o   Job Description: Mathematicians apply mathematical theories and formulas to teach or solve problems in a business, educational or industrial setting. They make the most among the top 10 jobs with an average income of about $95,000, and they enjoy a great work environment and few physical demands other than walking, according to CareerCast.
o   At a minimum you’ll need a Ph.D for most of these jobs (and a love for numbers). They come by often since there’s only about 3,000 nationwide. That number is projected to rise by 22% in the next 7 years.



·       No. 3: Actuary

o   Job Description: Actuaries interpret statistics to determine probabilities of accidents, sickness, death and loss of property from theft and natural disasters. This job makes the list in part because of the great work environment it provides. The salary is pretty nice too — about $87,000.
o   Actuaries typically have a bachelor’s degree, but many also have to take a host of examinations to get full professional standing. Most employers are in the insurance industry. There are about 20,000 actuaries employed in the United States, and the employment outlook is strong. Employment is expected to rise by 21% in the next 7 years.

 

 

 

 

·       No. 4: Statistician

o   Job Description: Statisticians analyze and interpret numeric results of experiments and surveys. Most statisticians need a master’s degree in statistics or mathematics, and about 30% of those people work for government agencies. The job may require long hours and tight deadlines, but it pays roughly $73,208 a year. The number of jobs in this occupation is projected to rise by 13% by 2018.


 

 

 

 

·       No. 5: Computer systems analyst

o   Job Description: Computer systems analysts plan and develop computer systems for businesses and scientific institutions. These analysts typically work in offices or laboratories and can expect to make about $77,000 a year and enjoy few physical demands at work, other than being tired of sitting too much. Bachelor's degrees aren’t required to do this work, but most employers want one.
o   There are about 530,000 individuals employed in this type of work, and the job growth outlook for the next few years is above average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the occupation to grow by 20% through 2018.





-News Reel from yo boy D.Hill


Resource:
http://msnbc.msn.com-ids4.us/jobs/

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Why do we like working at the Rec Center?



Although I’ve only been here for little over half a semester, this place has already had a huge impact on my life. I’ve learned great skills and tried things that I never saw myself doing. I wondered if others here felt the same way. Why do we like working at the Rec?

Jake K. – “The Staff here is really great and you get to interact with the players in sports clubs and intramurals.”

Jordon R. – “The Rec Center has a welcoming environment.”

Zach W. – “It allows me to be involved with the student community.”

Cody K. – “There’s always something different when I come to work. The students here enjoy what they’re doing. You can tell it’s their choice to be here and not because they have to be here.”

Ken M. – “It’s very social, great people and great staff.”

Ethan S. – “There’s a lot of opportunities for student development to prepare you for the real world experience.”

Lili M – “I have the opportunity to be the person that makes someone’s day when they enter or leave the facilities.”
 
Steve D. – “This is where dreams come true.”

Kati V. D. – “I get to learn something new every day.”

Ashley M. “Because I get to work with the great people at the Admin desk.”

Katherine R. – “Everyone here is fun and up beat. It’s such a positive experience.”

Manny B. – “It’s a fun environment.”

 
Parker L. “I like that it’s student staffed and it’s not as stressful as most other jobs offered.”

Joseph S. – “The Rec gives you the tools to be your own boss.”

Craig W. – “I like the many people you get to know and become friends with.”


 

Torree R. – “I'm here all the time anyways, so why not get paid for it. It is where all my friends are, and I love the environment!”

Nana A. – “It's a pretty chill job, plus you learn a lot.”

Brandon B. – “It's a cool place, I love to help people, and it stains an imprint on my soul which makes me a better person.”

Ryan W. – “Because it’s the best place at SFA. Shout to Outdoor Pursuits!”

Bethany W. – “I like how my interests were able to fit my job. I can meet people that have the same interests and get to teach people about the outdoors.”  

 

Come join the experience! The Rec Center is having a job fair November 7th between 3p.m.-6p.m. at the Rec lobby. Come professionally dressed and bring your resumes. Also, be prepared for an on-site interview.


To learn about the different program areas (Aquatics, Fitness & Wellness, Intramural Sports, Outdoor Pursuits, Sport Clubs) that you could be involved in, visit our website:

 

 

http://www.sfasu.edu/campusrec/




-News Reel from yo boy D.Hill