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HEY JOE,
what is collagen
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DID YOU KNOW that collagen
protein is the most abundant
protein in the human body? As
we age, our body begins to
produce less and less. Our joints
begin to creak, and our skin
begins to wrinkle and sag. Silky,
smooth hair becomes dry and
brittle. Its really not a secret that
collagen protein can be a great
benefit to slow this process, its
just not really understood by
most of us.
Many doctors agree that collagen
levels begin to decline in some of us
as soon as our mid 20s. Our skin cells
begin to weaken and produce less
collagen, and of course less collagen
means dry wrinkled skin, no matter
how much lotion you apply.
Collagen is a derivative of the Greek
word, klla, meaning glue. It is also
described in the scientific community
as connective tissue. Collagen is
literally the glue that holds our bodies
together.
Our bodies naturally produce more
than 20 different types of collagen.
Three of these collagens, Type 1, 2,
and 3, make up about 90 percent of
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the collagen in our body. Type 1 and 3
have been studied extensively for the
benefit of hair, skin, and nails. Type
2 has been shown to have significant
benefits for joint health. We will focus
on type 1 and 3 for the purposes of
this column.
Studies show that collagen peptides
can hydrate skin while restoring life
to your hair and nails and reduce
acids, you can see benefits within
significant decrease in wrinkles as a
protein, so that will add to your daily
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wrinkles. No wonder it has become
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With as little as a 5g or 6g dose of
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I personally have been taking type
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I highly recommend type 1 and
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Those who suffer from dental phobia may
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consistent with other research showing that
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12 weeks to your first triathlon
EVEN IF youre not a sports
fanatic, triathlon races are
compelling to watch. The idea
that someone has the fortitude
to swim, bike, and run for dozens
sometimes hundreds of
miles is fascinating!
Sound intriguing? If you can
commit to 12 weeks of hard mental
and physical work, you can train and
compete in your first triathlon even
if you cant run a mile right now, swim
the length of a pool, or ride your bike
without swearing your rear end will
break! And you CAN be ready in 12
weeks without having to give up your
life or bank account to make it happen.
What is a Triathlon?
A triathlon is an exciting sport involving
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a continuous race over various
distances in three events: swimming,
cycling, and running. In a standard
triathlon, the events are in that order,
which means once you get out of the
swim portion (usually in a river, lake, or
ocean and sometimes, a pool), you
hop on your bike soaking wet, then
get off your bicycle and run. There is
a space in between each event called
a transition. The transition area is
where you change shoes or equipment
as you transition from the swim to
the bike, and then later, from the bike
to the run.
The length of a triathlon may vary,
but here are the four basic lengths
broken down:
Sprint Distance Triathlon
Swim: .5 miles (750m)
Bike: 12.4 miles (20K)
Run: 3.2 miles (5K)
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Olympic Distance Triathlon
Swim: .93 miles (1.5K)
Bike: 24.8 miles (40K)
Run: 6.2 miles (10K)
Half Ironman
Swim: 1.2 miles (1.9K)
Bike: 56 miles (90K)
Run: 12.4 miles (21.09K)
Ironman Triathlon
Swim: 2.4 miles (3.8K)
Bike: 112 miles (180K)
Run: 26.2 miles (42.195K)
Essential Gear
You will need some basic equipment
for your first triathlon. This equipment
doesnt have to be expensive and it
can be borrowed to save money:
Swimsuit, goggles, and a swim cap if
you have long hair.
A bicycle that fits you and is in good
working order. This can be a road bike,
a mountain bike, or a hybrid. You can
use a time trial bike if you have one
or have access to one, but a special
triathlon or time trial bicycle is not
necessary.
Cycling shorts for training. A decent
pair of cycling shorts can make riding
more comfortable, and they help
prevent saddle sores.
You can use clipless pedals and
cycling shoes, but they are not a
must-have item.
A good pair of running shoes. You
dont have to spend $200 or more to
get a great pair of shoes, but you do
need a pair of shoes that are made for
running and that fit your feet. The best
resource for shoes is a local running
store.
A water bottle.
Committing to 12 Weeks
If your fitness has been dormant for
quite a while, give yourself 12 weeks to
get in shape and minimize the chances
of injury. This is also ample time to
condition tendons, ligaments, and your
endurance so that you can enjoy the
race. If you can commit to training
five days per week two and a half to
four hours per week that should be
plenty of time to get in shape for your
triathlon.
How to Train
There are two ways that you can train
for a triathlon: solo or with a trainer
and/or group. Training solo is a great
way to stick to your own training
regimen on your own schedule.
However, this is not advisable for
athletes racing for the first time.
Seek the help of a coach. Its very
important to not only have the proper
training schedule based on your
needs, but doing things correctly with
proper form will keep you away from
injury, says Ironman athlete Garon
McHone. Getting nutritional advice
is just as important. Eating enough
and eating the right things can mean
the difference between enjoying your
training and racing or dreading it!
The Basics in Getting Started
You will need to swim, bike, and run
twice a week for each. The best thing
to do is pick a doable schedule for you,
since triathlons thrive on consistency.
For instance, if you have a pool by
your office, try swimming at lunchtime.
Dont set your expectations so high
that its impossible to meet them. As
you get further along your 12-week
journey, add distance and frequency.
I recommend a minimum of
12 weeks of training if you are a
beginner who can run/walk a 5K,
and who is fairly new, but capable,
in the swim and bike events, says
Melissa Rayburn, a mother, and now,
triathlete. More advanced people may
do a little less, and others may extend
the training length. Go at your pace,
be consistent, and you will love it!
Swim Training
Here is some helpful information when
it comes to the swim portion of your
training. Most lap pools are 25 meters
(or yards) in length, so 50 meters is
two lengths, or one time down and
back; 100 meters is four lengths, or
twice down and back.

Sample 12-week Training Plan Here is a simple training plan that beginners can easily follow
when preparing for their first triathlon:
WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 WEEKS WEEK 8 WEEK 9 WEEK 10 WEEK 11 WEEK 12
5, 6, 7
Swim Swim Swim Recovery Swim Recovery Swim Swim Swim Taper (Rest)
1-2x 2x 300-400 2x Swim 2x Week 2x 2x 2x Swim
200-300 meters each 400 1x 500 meters Swim 600-700 meters 800 meters 800 meters 1-2x Easy
meters (two workout meters 400 meters each 500 meters each workout each workout each workout workouts
workouts) each workout (one workout)
workout
Bike Bike Bike Bike Bike Bike Bike Bike Bike Bike
2x 2x 2x 1x 2x 1x 2-3x 2-3x 3x 2x
30 mins 45 mins (or 50 mins 30 mins (or 60 mins 2 miles (run/ 75 mins (or 80 mins (or 60 mins (or 20-30 mins
minimum 5 8 miles) each (or 10 8 miles) (or 12 walk) 15 miles) each 18 miles) each 15 miles) for each workout
miles each workout miles) miles) each workout workout two workouts;
workout each workout 90 mins (or
workout 20 miles) one
workout
Run Run Run Run Run Run Run Run Run Run
2x, 1 mile 2x 2x 1x 2x 1x 3x 3x 3x 1-2x
each 1 mile each 1-2 miles 1 mile 2 miles each 2 miles 2-4 miles each 2-5 miles each 2-5 miles each 20 mins or less
workout. workout each workout Walk/Run workout workout workout
Walk/Run workout
Brick Brick Workout Brick Workout Brick Workout
Workout After cycling, After cycling, After cycling,
After cycling, run 15-25 mins run 15-25 mins run 20-30 mins
run 5-10 after you get of after you get of after you get of
mins after the bike. the bike. the bike.
you get of
the bike.
Open Open Open Bonus:
Water Swim Water Swim Water Swim Days before the
Swim in the One swim One swim race, practice
open water in race-like in race-like transitions, and
if your race swimming swimming visualize your
will take place conditions. conditions. race success.
outside.

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 Traditionally, you want to use the

5 Little Things That Make freestyle in the swim; however, for

your first race, if you are comfortable
doing a combination of the breast-
A BIG DIFFERENCE ON RACE DAY stroke and freestyle (and are
Check Your Gear Are your tires pumped? Are your shoes laced with elastic laces for easy competent doing this), you will be fine.
on and off removal? Do you have an extra pair of goggles? If you cannot swim at all, seek out a
Relax Your Mind Triathletes often psyche themselves out before the race even starts. few swim lessons before committing to
Avoid overanalyzing things the week before the race and focus on the positive. Youve a triathlon it will do wonders for your
trained long and hard to get to Race Day. confidence!
Rehearse Transition and Warm Up Before Your Swim Get in the water for a short
warm-up (even if just for a few bobs) before the start of the swim. This helps your body get Race Day
accustomed to the temperature of the water, which helps pave the way for a calmer swim On the morning of your triathlon, stay
start. Visualize the perfect transition. positive. You may be nervous, but
Be Diligent About Nutrition Its easy to get distracted during the race and forget to never let doubt creep in youve got
address your nutritional needs until its too late. Before your race, draw up a nutrition map this! Stay focused on your finish and
and stick to it. no matter how slowly you go just go.
Thank the volunteers and those who
Know the Course If you live close to the race site, you should pre-ride the course. If you
made your journey possible. Smile for
dont have time or energy to ride/run the course, then drive it the day before. Then scope
the cameras, enjoy your hard work,
out the swim course and take a mental note of where the main buoys are located. Know
your day, and the fact that you did
where the run/bike in and out spots are located, and where the finish line is.
something amazing! MS&F

Meet Triathlete Garon McHone

Garon McHone, 32, of Paradise Valley, AZ is a former college football stand-out
and lifelong athlete. In recent years, he began training for triathlons and found
himself hooked. Since 2014, Garon has done nine triathlons and Ironman races
with plans to compete in more. He is featured on this issue's cover.
How did being a football player help you prepare for triathlons?
GM: It helped by teaching me commitment, dedication in sticking to the training
plan, and following through on completing the race. I compete in triathlons to feed
my competitive side and to have a physical goal to work towards outside of my
professional and personal goals. For me, having goals in these areas of my life keeps
me on a positive track.
How long does it take you to train for a triathlon?
GM: It all depends on the distance triathlon Im preparing for. For a full Ironman, it can
take 6-8 months. For a half-Ironman distance, it can take 4-6 months, and the Olympic
distances, 2-3 months.
What event in triathlons do you like the best and the least and why?
GM: My favorite triathlon event is the bike. Since I started, its always been my
strongest event. We tend to gravitate towards the things were good at and for me
biking brings the most pleasure (and sometimes, pain). My least favorite is running,
primarily because it is the last event and requires the most mental strength to fight
through. I have never been an endurance runner until I started training for triathlons.
Being a former football player, its always sprint and stop, so this was a change that
took some time to get used to.
What are your goals in triathlon/Ironman races?
GM: In the next 3-5 years, my goals with triathlons will simply be to better my finishing
times in each race I do. Eventually, my goal is a podium, which is finishing in the top 3
in my age group at a half Ironman distance (70.3). Over the next 10 years, I would like
to complete 3 more full Ironman distance races, each in a different country, and 10 half
Ironman distance races (1 per year).
What advice can you give someone starting out that you wish you had gotten
when you first started?
GM: Have fun! Train with friends, meet new ones, and remember to enjoy the process.
Follow Garon McHone
on Instagram: @gmchonetri Competition brings out the best in all of us, but sportsmanship and community will
keep you coming back for more.
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How to stay
big & ripped
YEAR-ROUND
BUILDING MUSCLE while
maintaining a lean physique is a big
controversial topic in the fitness world.
Many believe against it for many valid
reasons, but Im here to tell you why
I think its possible to achieve both
concurrently.
Heres a quick breakdown of why
this topic is arguable: In order to
gain muscle it must be supported by
additional calories. The surplus of
calories, which are consumed during
a bulking phase, allows extra energy
for muscle growth. Therefore, being
in a lean/cutting phase (calorie deficit)
will not allow you the extra energy to
support muscle growth.
A typical protocol for muscle building
is 4-8 (or more) months of bulking,
where bodybuilders take advantage
of consuming a surplus of calories to
pack on a good amount of muscle, but
along with that comes a good amount
of fat. Then spend 3-4 months being in
a caloric deficit to lean out. While this
concept works, it does not leave you
looking cut the entire year.
Why not avoid this drastic cycle and
look good year round?! Its a matter of
finding a middle ground with training
and nutrition, which will allow for both
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to happen with very minimal fat gain
during the bulk phase. This can be
done through shorter cycles of bulking
and cutting, with phases varying from
1-2 months. Ive watched my husband
do this for years and he constantly
gets asked what he does to look big
and cut. Below is a quick breakdown
of his approach to nutrition and a
training regimen example.
BULK: 1,000 calorie surplus; 6-8
weeks. Consume quality nutrients
for lean muscle gain, rather than
processed meats and sugary carbs,
which make you look bloated and soft.
CUT: 500 calorie deficit; 6-8 weeks.
Follow an IIFYM (If It Fits Your Macros)
diet (80/20 or 90/10). This approach
eliminates feeling deprived while still
achieving great results.
TRAINING REGIMEN:
Week 1: 5 sets X 5 reps on first
exercise, followed by 4 X 8, 8, 6 reps
on remaining
Week 2: 4 sets X 10 reps on first
exercise, followed by 3 X 10, 12, 15
reps on remaining
Bulk cardio: 1-2 x week.
Cut cardio: 4-5 x week. MS&F
DAY 1: CHEST
Incline Barbell Bench Press
Dumbbell Flat Chest Press
Superset: Cable Fly & Svend Press
Weighted Dips
Incline Dumbbell Fly with Twist
DAY 2: BACK & CARDIO
Barbell Romanian Deadlift
Wide Grip Lat Pull Down
Close Grip T-Bar Row
Superset: Reverse Fly & Neutral
Grip Seated Row
Cardio: 20-Minute Tire Flips
DAY 3: ARMS (4 X 8-12)
& ABS (4 X 25 weighted reps)
Superset: Straight Bar Curl &
Seated Knee Pull-Ins
Superset: Alternating Behind
Back Cable Curls & Weighted Plate
Oblique Twists
Superset: Reverse-Grip Easy Bar
Curl & Close-Grip Flat Bench Press
Superset: Cable Triceps Push
Downs & Roman Chair Leg Raises
DAY 4: 45-MINUTE
CARDIO INTERVALS
Walk/Jog
DAY 5: LEGS
Barbell Squats
Dumbbell Stiff-Legged Deadlift
Barbell Walking Lunges
Seated Calf Raise Machine
Cable or Machine Donkey
Kickbacks
DAY 6: SHOULDERS
Dumbbell Military Press
Cable Lateral Raise
Barbell Upright Rows
Plate Front Raises
Reverse Fly Machine
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BY SUSAN IRBY

AVOCADO SMOOTHIE AN ENTIRE DAY dedicated to competition. Six months or more

(Makes 1) of your life dedicated to intense training, burning as many as
INGREDIENTS 10,000 calories and then some, consistently pushing your body
cup cashews soaked in water to the edge beyond what you believe are the limits. This is the
for 5 hours or overnight
medium avocado Ironman athlete. This is the Ironman in you.
to cup almond milk What drives you to hit the gym at five in the morning or five oclock in the
tablespoon manuka honey afternoon after a grueling workday? Only you can decide that. Only you can
to cup ice determine the why behind the action. And, that why is the most important
Optional: cup frozen berries question of your life.
Whether it is deciding to overcome a severe health condition like Type II
DIRECTIONS diabetes, an aggressive cancer, obesity, an addiction such as smoking, or just to
For basic smoothie, blend all
live a healthier lifestyle as many so commonly place on their to-do list, the why
ingredients in a blender until
is the key motivating factor in the success of your efforts. The why is what
smooth. Enjoy!
gets you through training on days when you dont feel like it; the why keeps
your mind focused and keeps the drive alive inside to keep going.
NUTRITION INFORMATION An Ironman competition takes place over 2.4 miles of swimming often
Serving size: 1 cups in cold, tumultuous waters an all-out high speed bike ride for 112 miles,
356 calories, 28.2g carbs, 8.3g protein,
culminating in a grueling run of 26.2 miles. Some of the fastest completion times
27.1g fat, 4.9g sat. fat, 7.7g fiber, 13g sugars,
92 mg sodium, 489 mg potassium on record are 7 hours, 44 minutes, and 29 seconds for men, and 8 hours, 52
minutes, 14 seconds for women. In a competition like this, glycogen stores have
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never been more important, even
during training. During competition,
as many as 8,000 to 10,000 calories
will be burned; during training, that
number ranges from 500 to 1,000 to
2,000.
As much as the body needs physical
training for an Ironman competition,
nutritional training is equally
important. Emphasize a consistent diet
of 20 percent lean proteins like simple
baked chicken and broiled salmon
without heavy sauces, 30 percent
joint soothing fats from foods like
avocado and coconut, and 50 percent
energy restoring carbohydrates from
vegetables, some fruits, such as
broccoli, kale, apples, kiwi; and grains
like quinoa and brown rice.
Make recovery meals count by
adhering to the balanced 20:30:50
guideline above; drink a restorative
smoothie like the Avocado Smoothie
(recipe on previous page) immediately
following training. The oils in avocado
help heal joints, fats replenish needed
caloric energy, and vitamin C keeps
immunity strong.
Make snacks count by having
nutrient-dense foods on hand such
as the Coconut Macaroons (recipe
on the right), which provide energy
and also boost circulation and athletic
performance with maca root powder
and cinnamon. Consider adding
something like Max Muscle Nutritions
Joint Relief to your diet to ease joint
pain, if needed.
During training, train the body
nutritionally by having set meal
times, eating nutrient-balanced meals
according to the 20:30:50 guideline,
and being consistent with nutritive
energy-replenishing snacks. Before
race day, dont over think the food.
Stick to what you trained on. Avoid
eating too much fiber the morning of
and avoid eating start line snacks that
have not been a part of your regular
diet during training. Take your own
snacks to the start line.
During the race, consume all-natural
nutrient gels, orange slices, or other
quick energy-boosting food every 30
minutes on average and drink lots of
water. A well-conditioned body, inside
and out, will take you all the way to
the finish line with strength and vigor
as you celebrate the Ironman inside.
MS&F
COCONUT
MACAROONS
(Makes 12)
INGREDIENTS
4 large egg whites
3 cups shredded unsweetened
coconut
cup plus 2 tablespoons maple
syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
teaspoon sea salt
Fine zest of 1 small lemon
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons maca root powder
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
Line baking sheet with parchment
paper. Beat the egg whites in
a standing mixer or using hand
mixer until they just come
together, about 3 minutes. NOW AVAILABLE!
In a separate bowl, stir together
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remaining ingredients and fold
into egg whites. Let rest for
10 minutes. Spoon heaping
tablespoonfuls onto prepared
baking sheet about 1 inches
apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until
coconut tips begin to color. Let
cool completely before removing
from baking sheet. To remove,
gently peel away parchment
paper. Store macaroons flat or
very loosely stacked in an airtight
container.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Serving size: 2 macaroons
132 calories, 14g carbs, 2.2g protein,
7.8g fat, 6.9g sat. fat, 2.6g fiber, 10.4g
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The winners were announced
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BEFORE AFTER
Danielle Hooker: 1st Place Winner
As a nurse, wife, and mother to three children, Danielle Hooker still finds time for
fitness. In fact, at age 34, shes somewhat of a cardio queen who loves to run and
used to perform as part of a dance team. But, everyone can use an extra push
when it comes to working out. Thats why Danielle signed up for the Summer
Emerge contest.
I truly have never entered into any form of a contest before and I was really
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really helped me along the way and I am eager to share this fact with my peers.
Danielle strives to be the best mother and wife she can be while maintaining a
healthy overall lifestyle for her home. Her main hobby is fitness so she spends a
lot of time at the gym. She also loves going to the swimming pool with her kids,
and taking family trips to the beach. In the future, she would love to become a
homeowner and travel the world.
For supplements and nutrition advice, Danielle visits the Max Muscle Nutrition
store in Stockton, California. She credits the helpful, friendly staff for helping her
meet her health and fitness goals.
Danielle started taking Emerge over six months ago and along with proper
exercise and a healthy diet, has lost 30 pounds and six inches. She is a size 6 now.
I feel that I did a great job thanks to Emerge, she said. I will not stop striving
to feel even better, but overall I feel fantastic. With the help of Emerge, I have
been able to push myself past prior boundaries to attain a new look and keep
myself healthy and fit.
Q: What did Emerge do for you?
A: It gave me the extra push that I needed when I felt like I couldnt go on and
when the workouts got really tough.
Q: Whats your favorite flavor of Emerge?
A: Although all of the flavors are great tasting, I would have to say that Caribbean
Cooler is definitely my favorite.
Tai Sin: Second Place Winner
Tai Sin, 26, joined the Summer Emerge contest in an effort to
raise funds for her mother and her dog, who are both fighting
cancer. As an added benefit, Tais participation helped her break a
dependency on energy drinks and lose enough weight to fit into
her size-eight wedding dress.
I feel more motivated to reach my fitness goals, Tai said. I like
using the extra energy boost from Emerge to be productive and its
helping to make my sleep pattern normal again.
Tai, who shops at the Max Muscle Nutrition store in Stockton,
California, is a self-proclaimed workaholic. She has four jobs and
mainly focuses on graphic design. When shes not at work, Tai
loves to go hiking and exploring, or to stay home playing video
games with her husband and their three dogs.
At the gym, Tais favorite thing to do is leg workouts. She also
enjoys trying different styles of martial arts. Otherwise, shes
focused on her career, her husband, and her dreams of world
travel.
Emerge has given Tai a healthier approach to reaching her goals.
High sugar energy drinks were a real problem for me because I BEFORE AFTER
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focused at work and can utilize my time more wisely. At the end of
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Q: Whats your favorite flavor of Emerge? Q: What did Emerge do for you?
A: I like Root Beer and Cotton Candy best. A: It gives me plenty of energy to go work out right after work.

Q: How long have you been using Emerge? Q: How much weight did you lose?
A: Ive used it since the beginning of 2015. A: I lost a total of 30 pounds and went from a size 16 to a size 8.

Brittney Johnson: Third Place Winner

For Brittney Johnson, 32, theres nothing quite like feeling confident in her own clothing. Shes lost 55 pounds since joining her
Max Muscle community in Greeley, Colorado. She entered the Summer Emerge contest because she needed a bit more energy
for workouts.
Brittney credits her husband, Nic, for keeping her motivated, and loves that shes able to be more active with him and their
two sons. She goes for walks and participates in 5K runs. She takes fitness classes at the gym with her husband. They also do
strength training and cardio at least three times a week.
My goal is to be healthy and strong, Brittney said. I want to continue to build muscle and be under 28 percent body fat. I
am so happy to be able to be active with my kids and make lasting
memories with them.
Since shes lost weight, Brittney feels more sociable and
comfortable. Shes getting out of the house more often, making
new friends, and even offering fitness advice to other people.
Brittneys success and positive energy along with her nutrition
supplements from Max Muscle keep her working hard.
I am a huge Max Muscle fan, Brittney said. I love all the
people in my local Max Muscle community. They have been a huge
support. I feel so much better than I used to and I love to exercise
now. I still have a way to go for my goal, but it is now a lifestyle
for me and I know I will get there soon.
Q: Whats your favorite flavor of Emerge?
A: I love Cotton Candy and Caribbean Cooler.
Q: How long have you been using Emerge?
A: I have been using it for two years.
Q: How much weight have you lost?
A: I lost 55 pounds and more than 22 inches. I went from a size
16 to a size 10.
Q: What has Emerge done for you? BEFORE AFTER
A: I feel better during workouts. MS&F
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Endurance athletes, especially menstruating women,
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athletes, those performing intense weight bearing protein synthesis on muscle biopsy.
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