We’ve all imagined ourselves as the star of our favorite team, competing for that championship ring. In our minds, every bike ride becomes the Tour de France. Every crosswalk is a 100-meter dash. Every sock tossed in a laundry basket is a three-pointer at the buzzer. Even a chore as mundane as mopping the kitchen floor can become a gold-medal curling match when we let our imaginations run wild.
As it turns out, our daydreams of athletic glory are closer to reality than we may have realized.
“If you sweat, you are an athlete.”
Dr. Dana Ryan, Ph.D., M.A.
Director, Sports Performance and Education
Herbalife Nutrition
According to Dr. Dana, any activity that raises your heart rate and causes you to sweat should be considered athletic. This can include shooting hoops in the driveway, enjoying a brisk walk, or even mowing the lawn. It’s important to provide your body with the additional nutrients it needs during this type of activity.
“Sports Nutrition is based on the principles of healthy eating,” Dr. Dana explains. “The more you push and stress your body, the more additional nutrients your body needs.”
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