Introduction Anaerobic exercise is a type of exercise that breaks down glucose in the body without using oxygen; anaerobic means “without oxygen”. In practical terms, this means that anaerobic exercise is more intense, but shorter in duration than aerobic exercise. The biochemistry of anaerobic exercise involves a process called glycolysis, in which glucose is converted… Read More
Introduction The Ninja diet was a form of military rations historically consumed by ninjas. The types of rations consumed included suikatsugan (水渇丸, ‘thirst pill’), hyōrōgan (兵糧丸, ‘provisions pill’), kikatsugan (飢渇丸, ‘starvation pill’), hoshii (糒しい, ‘dried boiled rice’), and katayaki (かた焼き, ‘hard-baked’, a type of traditional senbei). Bansenshukai Hunger Pills According to Hakim Isler, the 3… Read More
Introduction Transitioning from military to civilian life can be a daunting journey, but finding a career that leverages your unique skills and experiences does not have to be. Personal training stands out as an excellent career path for former military personnel. Your discipline, leadership, and ability to motivate others are invaluable assets in this field.… Read More
Introduction Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) is a syndrome in which disordered eating (or low energy availability), amenorrhoea/oligomenorrhoea (in women), and decreased bone mineral density (osteoporosis and osteopenia) are present. It is caused by eating too little food to support the amount of energy being expended by an athlete, often at the urging of… Read More
Introduction The K-ration was a United States military ration consisting of three separately boxed meal units: breakfast, dinner, and supper. It was originally intended as an individually packaged daily ration for issue to airborne troops, tank crews, motorcycle couriers, and other mobile forces for short durations. The K-ration differs from other American alphabetised rations such… Read More
Introduction Military chocolate has been a part of standard United States military rations since the original D-ration bar of 1937. Today, military chocolate is issued to troops as part of basic field rations and sundry packs. Chocolate rations served two purposes: as a morale boost, and as a high-energy, pocket-sized emergency ration. Military chocolate rations… Read More
Introduction The Soldier Fuel bar, formerly known as Hooah! bar, is a dairy-based calcium-enriched energy bar created by the United States military in 1996. It was originally provided to military personnel packaged within a field ration, such as the Meal, Ready-to-Eat, Meal Cold Weather, or First Strike Ration. Origin The name comes from the word… Read More
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