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This month, we’re delighted to share four essays from The Artists’ and Writers’ Cookbook about the power of a simple bowl of soup. Vietnamese-American photographer An-My Lê kicks off the series with a story about her maternal grandmother’s pho.
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What meals make you think of your childhood? What do you eat in times of celebration, or of grief? What ambitious culinary project devolved into an unwieldy disaster — or came together like magic at the eleventh hour? What do you eat when no one is watching?
If your answers are hard to come by, maybe a familiar smell will summon them: fried eggs, fresh bread, grilled cheese, melting chocolate. What we eat is emblematic of who we are, where we come from, and what matters most to us.
This is the basic and delicious premise behind The Artists’ and Writers’ Cookbook, published this month by powerHouse Books.
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So, does Goya really make the best canned chickpeas around? We tasted a slew of the most widely available cans of chickpeas to find out.
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I talked at length about lessons learned in my endurance career on the Tri Swim Coach Podcast.
80% of Chinese clinical trials use falsified data.
Copper doorknobs fight infections.
Dogs and humans share genes for socializing (and social disorders).
Older women who consume more than 261 mg caffeine per day (2-3 cups of coffee, 5-6 cups of tea) have a lower risk of dementia.
A new study spanning 42 European countries finds no association between saturated fat and cardiovascular disease, the lowest risk among those eating the most fat and animal protein, and the highest risk among those eating the most refined carbs. Huh.
Bees just made the endangered species list for the first time ever. Congratulations!
People with a history of acne have longer telomeres.
Episode 137: Brant Cortright: Host Elle Russ chats with Dr. Brant Cortright, author of The Neurogenesis Diet and Lifestyle: Upgrade Your Brain, Upgrade Your Life, about how we can and why we should take steps to build new brain cells.
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Aging might not be inevitable. Or maybe it is.
Tom Naughton thinks the statin evangelists will lose.
Why big brained animals have big yawns.
Theranos is pulling out of the blood test game.
Ancient myths contain truths about the history of human migration.
South African poachers contend with sky-diving anti-poacher dogs.
A mix of good intentions and sneaky marketing has produced an overmedicated population.
The next generation of bike helmets will have airbags.
A Zika vaccine is in the works.
Business buzz of the week: I’m excited to announce that The Paleo Primer: A Second Helping is now available for purchase. To celebrate, I thought I’d throw in a couple bonuses when you snag a copy.
The podcast that caught my attention most: Dennis McKenna (ethnopharmacologist and brother to deceased psychedelic bard Terence) visited Robb Wolf’s podcast for a chat about psychedelics and society.
A quote I found worth pondering: “It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends upon his not understanding it.”—Upton Sinclair.
The article that most piqued my interest: “The Harsh, Hidden Lessons of Tree School”—Trees are screaming pretty much all the time. You just can’t hear it.
My favorite fun fact of the week: Front squats for basketball players, hip thrusts for footballers.
One year ago (Oct 9 – Oct 15)
This articles make sense; eat multiple sources of protein similar to the way one would eat a variety of veggies. I just have to find where to buy tiger penis…
– I know a guy, Kyle.
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We already know that the combination of noodles and peanut sauce is a winning one, so don’t skip on bringing that magic to ramen soup. Sounds odd at first, but the resulting rich and nutty broth will have you thinking otherwise.
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From Apartment Therapy → Copper in the Kitchen: 14 Easy-to-Add DIY Details
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Name: Cathy MacDonald
Age: 35
Location: Living in Ithaca, New York. Originally from Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada
What does being a Girl Gone Strong mean to you?
Kicking butt! It means taking control, being strong mentally and physically and chasing your goals whether they are to lose weight, be more focused, get stronger or be healthier.
How did you get introduced to strength training, and how long have you been training?
I have cerebral palsy, a congenital disability that affects my balance and coordination. When I was a youngster, doctors recommended physical therapy and aquatics to improve and maintain my mobility. Long story short, I was never a fan of therapy that included boring and repetitive range of motion exercises.
As a teen, I went to the gym with friends who showed me how to do some basic strength training exercises. At the time, it was a good alternative to physical therapy. For many years after that, I dabbled in strength training but never really followed a regular routine and didn’t get the results I wanted.
After completing graduate school, I was out of shape and found it difficult to get through the day. I was exhausted from my busy schedule and didn’t devote much time to taking care of myself. While I often went to gym to blow off some steam, I often spent my time on cardio machines or lifted weights without purpose. The workouts were simply not enough to keep me going. I was sitting at a desk for the majority of the day and eventually I had back pain.
Reluctantly, I decided to sign up to workout with a student trainer through a program offered at my job. Through the program, I worked with several students who helped me work on my mental and physical game and achieve my goals. Now I lift weights four times per week…. I’m hooked!
What does a sample workout look like for you?
I have worked with a trainer extraordinaire Justin Kompf for about a year. He has taken me to the next level with his solid, consistent approach. I currently lift four days a week. Here is an example of one of my training days:
Favorite Lift:
Deadlifts.
Most memorable PR:
After working on it for four years, I was able to do my first pull-up a few weeks ago!
Top 5 songs on your training playlist:
Top 3 things you must have with you at the gym or in your gym bag:
Do you prefer to train alone or with others? Why?
Since I need help with managing my balance when lifting heavy weights, I prefer to work with a trainer or a friend.
For me, social support is really important. It’s easy to get to the gym when someone is waiting. It is also fun to discuss progress and goals with a trainer or friend who cares.
Best compliment you’ve received lately:
In the middle of a lecture, one my students said ‘your arms are huge!’
Most recent compliment you gave someone else:
I probably praised a student for his professional behavior.
Most embarrassing gym moment:
I fall over in the gym fairly often.
Favorite meal:
Fish tacos and gelato!
Favorite way to treat yourself:
Online shopping and good coffee.
Favorite quote:
“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” – Gandhi
Favorite book:
The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch
What inspires and motivates you?
The people around me. I have two brothers who are successful in their personal and professional lives, as well as parents who have an amazing work ethic. I try to follow their lead.
I also have amazing friends including academics, doctors, firefighters, wonderful mothers, and dedicated teachers who motivate me to do my best. My students inspire also me to do better everyday.
Given that one of my responsibilities is to teach them that folks with a disability are fully capable of leading healthy and active lives, I feel compelled to lead by example.
What do you do?
I am an Associate Professor at SUNY Cortland. I specialize in adapted physical education, and train future physical educators who will teach youth with a disability.
What else do you do?
I’m guilty of not having many hobbies, but I do love to read, watch movies, and travel with friends.
What does a typical day look like for you, from waking up to bedtime?
A typical workday looks something like this:
Get up at 6am – shower, eat, drink coffee
Morning – Drink a second cup of coffee, teach classes, lift, meet with students, eat
Afternoon – Teach classes and labs, attend meetings, work on research projects, etc.
Evening – Eat, see friends, watch a favorite TV show, grade assignments
Bed by 10 p.m. to read and sleep!
Your next training goal:
I am always working on increasing my numbers, especially for deadllifts! I hope to hit 150 pounds by the end of the summer. I also plan to sign up for a bench press meet that will take place in March.
What are you most grateful for?
I am most grateful for the people around me. I have amazing support from my family, friends, and colleagues, near and far, who cheer me on everyday.
What life accomplishment are you most proud of?
There are several things that I’m proud of! Most recently, I became a tenured professor!
Three words that best describe you:
Impatient, perseverant, tough
Tell us about a time when you overcame fear or self-doubt:
To be honest, I struggle with self-doubt everyday. The feeling might be present when I am in the gym trying a new exercise or when I’m submitting a manuscript for review. When it is all said and done, I keep pushing myself to achieve my goals, and believe it is normal to have some self-doubt.
At times when I feel overwhelmed, I have learned to choose to do something—anything—rather than remain idle. It is amazing what putting one foot in front of the other can do.
What’s the coolest “side effect” you’ve noticed from strength training?
I used to get stressed out thinking about how I would be able to complete everyday tasks. I no longer have to worry about how I am going to take out the garbage or carry my groceries into the house, or pull my suitcase around the airport. I am strong enough to do these activities on my own, and it is a huge relief! I’ve also noticed that taking control of my health and fitness has allowed me to exercise more control in my personal and professional lives.
How has lifting weights changed your life?
I’m more optimistic. I walked with forearm crutches for 20 years and had a hip replacement when I was 25 years old. My hip simply wore out with my atypical gait. As a result, I held a grim picture in my head of how I would end up as I aged—arthritic and immobile, and in chronic pain. I struggled with depression and an overwhelming feeling of helplessness. Since lifting regularly, I am pain-free and able to do things I never thought I’d be able to do. Plus, I am excited about my future!
What do you want to say to other women who might be nervous to start strength training?
Just do it. Inaction gets you nowhere. If you need help to get started, ask. Hire a trainer or talk to a friend who is already involved. You will be surprised at the results!
Are you inspired by Cathy? Read on to learn more about—and join!—our community of strong, supportive women…
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