Sunday, January 13, 2013

2013 Student Questions - Round 2

Question:  Does brushing your teeth help your health?

Answer:  Sure!  I would also definitely recommend flossing, as research has shown that it can prevent plaque from entering the bloodstream through damaged gums.  Brush & floss daily!


Question:  Is it ok to eat candy and then run?

Answer:  This is actually an interesting question.  While I never promote eating candy, if you're going to have sweets, it's best to have them right before or after exercise.  This is because when we exercise we become more insulin sensitive.  This simply means that our body can use the sugar better for fuel, rather than storing it as fat.



Question:  How can I improve my acceleration?

Answer:  There are many great techniques for improving acceleration.  One we will be doing in PE soon is called "Get Up & Sprint."  To start the drill, lay down on your stomach.  When somebody gives you a signal (whistle, word, music, etc.), get up as soon as possible and sprint for about 10 yards.

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