Biomarkers

As we wrap up 2013, it is a great time to take stock of our lives, our health, and our goals.  How are things different for you today than we they were last year? Here are a few things to consider:

• General Well-being 
• On a scale of 1-10 how do you feel on a daily basis?
• Sleep Quality
• How often do you wake up at night?
• How long does it take for you to fall asleep?
• How do you feel when you wake up?
• Sleep Quantity
• How do you feel throughout the day? well rested or sleepy?
• Digestion/Gut
• Do you experience stomach cramping or any other distress after eating?
• Do you have heartburn or acid reflux?
• Stress Levels
• What factors in your life cause you stress? How often are you stressed?
• Food Quality
• How often do you take in toxic substances (diet coke, processed foods etc)?
• How often do you eat vegetables?
• Do you get high quality protein?
• Body Mass
• When was the last time you checked your muscle to fat ratio? Is it in a healthy range?

These questions are a good starting point in determining where you are today.  Each one of these biomarkers can an indicator of what is going on inside of your body.  In addition to self assessment, we also have access to tests that can help provide an accurate, measurable assessment of your status quo.  In fact, just next week Fitness Wave NorCal will be traveling to our Santa Clara, San Jose and Mountain View locations (see details below).  If you are interested in other tests please contact dana@norcalcrossfit.com.  

Stay tuned, next week we will spend some time determining where you would like to go in the coming year.  For now, take stock of where you are and lets regroup next week to determine the next step.  

BODY FAT TESTING: 

NorCal CrossFit and FitnessWave have partnered together for years to provide information for our members about their bodycomposition.    We are stoked to have the opportunity to provide you with yet another way to measure your awesomeness :) 

The mobile dunk tank will be at SJ on December 11th, Santa Clara on December 12th and Mtn. View on December 13th. To sign up click here. If you have any questions email dana@norcalcrossfit.com.