Oh!mino Nutrition - September 2021

Oh!mino Nutrition - September 2021

STAY FIT!

SEPTEMBER 2021

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Hey, friend — it’s Michael here! This month, I’m switching things up a little bit. Instead of sharing stories from my life and adventures as the founder of Oh!mino on the front page of this newsletter, I’ve invited one of our wholesalers, Tony Tran, to share his Oh!mino story. Tony heard about our supplements from my daughters, Jessica and Allie, who have been taking them to level up their dance performance skills. From there, it wasn’t long before he fell in love with the product and decided to sell it at his gym, Formula Fitness. I could say more, but I’d better let him tell the story. Take it away, Tony! FORMULA FITNESS NOW SELLS OH!MINO! A CONVERSATION WITH GYM FOUNDER TONY TRAN

important to me as a trainer, and it also helps in my other line of work as a firefighter.

I personally take the stimulant-free Oh!mino muscle synthesis activator after lunch or in between meals and have the caffeinated version prior to my workouts. Sometimes I also swap it in for coffee, which is very acidic and not the best choice before a workout. I’ve had great results with Oh!mino, so I started selling it at Formula Fitness about four months ago. I think it gives my active clients an edge on their nutrition, which is an important part of being truly healthy. So far, Oh!mino has been working beautifully for my clients. They’ve increased their lean muscle mass, which is important for a fast metabolism. They’ve also had an increase in energy throughout the day. What's really cool to me though is that their endurance has increased! Some clients used to run out of gas after 40 minutes of working out, but with Oh!mino, they can go hard for an additional 10–15 minutes. That may not seem like much, but it’s a huge improvement!

Thanks for passing the mic, Michael.

Before I dive into my Oh!mino story, I should probably tell you a bit about myself. I’ve been a personal trainer for 20 years now, and in 2017, I converted my home garage into a training studio. Before long, I was training 40 people in a two-car space, and they were seeing amazing gains in strength and confidence. That’s when I developed the Formula Fitness Method, which combines postural alignment, strength, cardiovascular strength, and flexibility into one integrated workout. In 2019, my wife, Amber, and I opened our gym, Formula Fitness, in Los Alamitos, California, to offer our science-based workouts to even more people. I’ve tried a lot of supplements in my career as a trainer. Longevity is my primary health goal, so I like to stay away from ingredients that aren’t good for my body chemistry. When Michael’s daughters introduced me to Oh!mino, I loved that it had a blend of minerals and electrolytes. That’s Are you a personal trainer or business owner in the fitness space? Oh!mino can benefit you, your company, and your clients! Schedule a meeting with Michael today at Calendly.com/mmaynard/professional-calls to learn more about our professional programs.

I’m proud to sell Oh!mino at my gym and love the impact it has had on me and my clients. Keep up the great work, Michael.

–Tony Tran

Thanks for sharing, Tony! I love hearing awesome stories like these from wholesalers of Oh!mino. Stay tuned for another one in our next newsletter, and if you’d like to hear more about what I’m up to, turn to Page 2.

Stay fit, my friend!

–Michael

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THE SCIENCE BEHIND SAD AND MAD TEARS WHY YOU SHOULD CRY

participants who cried while watching a sad movie and compared their tears to participants who cried because of a cut onion. Frey said the emotional tears were not only unique to humans but that they’re also a “unique kind of tear.” Their unique chemical makeup has both a detoxifying and stress- reducing effect. Emotional tears have higher levels of ACTH, a stress hormone released by crying. They also have higher levels of endorphins and oxytocin, which are known to reduce both stress and pain.

Ronda Rousey is tough. She was the first American woman to earn a medal in the Olympics for judo, and she was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame to commemorate her six titles. Rousey is noted for her physical and mental toughness, so it might surprise you to learn that she loves a good cry.

“I really cry all the time … Everything [makes me cry]. Especially during fight week,” she told the Huffington Post.

While crying is more often associated with weakness than strength, the science of the tears we shed when we’re emotional — including feelings of anger, sadness, and stress — shows that crying actually makes us healthier.

Crying and Your Health

The benefits of crying have been explored by everyone from ancient philosophers to modern-day scientists. While philosophers noted the cathartic effects of crying, scientists have filled in the knowledge gaps about why crying feels good and how it’s actually good for us.

More Than Just Water

Before you cry, you may feel a welling up of tears in your eyes that makes them appear watery. While tears of all types are mainly made up of water, scientists say that they are distinguished by their chemical makeup. Biochemist Dr. William H. Frey produced foundational scientific research on the science of crying. He collected tears from research

The stress-reducing benefits of crying don’t just feel good in the moment. There are several secondary benefits such as:

• Lower blood pressure, which keeps your heart healthy and helps you avoid stroke, heart failure, and dementia

• Lower manganese levels, which helps decrease anxiety, irritability, and aggression

• Decreased risk of ulcers and other digestive issues

• Decreased risk of tension headaches and migraines

Finally, crying serves an important social role. Tears elicit sympathy, signal that something is wrong, and facilitate connection during hard times. If you find yourself having chronic or uncontrollable bouts of tears, something else may be going on and you should seek professional help. But if you find yourself crying when stressed, angry, or sad, embrace your tears, knowing they’re helping make you healthier both mentally and physically.

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FOUNDER’S CORNER HOW MICHAEL BALANCES OH!MINO, FAMILY, AND FITNESS

really excited to have just launched an amazing discount program for retired and active military and first responders! If you’re a trainer or own a fitness business, you can schedule a time to talk with me about that or Oh!mino’s professional programs by visiting Calendly.com/mmaynard/professional-calls . What’s harder for me is remembering to balance work with other things, like coming out of my home office to say hi to my daughters; sitting down to a home-cooked dinner from my wife, Darlene; or crashing on the couch every Monday night to watch the “The Bachelor” or “The Bachelorette.” (I’m the one and only guy in my family, and I’ve decided that if my girls want to watch reality TV, I’m there!) Fitness is the third ball I juggle. It’s important to me that I continue to get stronger every week because I’m fighting age with everything I have. As a guy in my mid-50s, I don't have time to play games. Amazingly, since I started taking Oh!mino more than two years ago, I’ve been able to make gains weekly without plateauing! Every single week, I add either reps or plates in at least one muscle group. If you’re not doing the same thing, you either need to get yourself some Oh!mino or try harder. I swear it’s the reason people assume I’m still in my 40s.

September is Self-Improvement Month, and for most of my adult life, the thing I’ve struggled to improve is balance . I don’t mean the kind of balance that lets you stand on one leg — yoga has me taken care of there! I’m talking about the balance of work, family life, and fitness. How do you decide which to prioritize? Work is easy for me to fit in because it’s very important to me. I’m obsessed with growing Oh!mino and building a community around this little supplement brand. For example, I’m

At this point, my biggest downfall is my flexibility, but I’m working on it. One day, I know all of this yoga and stretching will pay off, and I’ll get to add another check mark to the fitness section of my work/family/fitness balance sheet.

Stay fit, my friend!

–Michael

ONE-PAN APPLE CIDER CHICKEN Inspired by WellPlated.com

TAKE A BREAK!

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 1 tsp salt, divided • 1/2 tsp black pepper, divided • 1/2 cup apple cider • 2 tsp Dijon mustard • 4 tsp olive oil, divided • 3 sweet apples, cut into 1/2-inch slices • 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped, plus more for garnish INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Set aside. 2. In a small bowl, combine apple cider and mustard. Set aside. 3. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tsp olive oil. When shimmering, add chicken thighs top-side down. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil. Wipe the skillet clean. 4. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet, then add sliced apples, remaining salt and pepper, and rosemary. Cook for 5 minutes. 5. Return the chicken to the skillet and add apple cider-mustard mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, then serve sprinkled with rosemary!

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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Formula Fitness Now Sells Oh!mino!

2. The Science of Crying 3. Founder’s Corner: How Michael Balances Oh!mino, Family, and Fitness One-Pan Apple Cider Chicken 4. Do Couples Sleep Better Apart?

COUPLES SLEEPING APART A NEW TREND IN SLEEP ARRANGEMENTS

• Cognitive: You focus more easily, remember better, and learn quicker when you’re well rested.

From bank accounts to emotions, couples share a lot of things in their lives. But one thing couples have long shared is being called into question: a bedroom. You may have heard about this trend of sleeping apart from a friend or from celebrities like David and Victoria Beckham, who took it to an extreme by building “his and hers” wings in their home. You may not have an extra wing in your home, but if you have a spare bedroom, you might consider joining the estimated 25% of American couples who are sleeping separately in an effort to sleep better. Why sleep separately? While the stereotype holds that couples who don’t share a bed are in a fight or unhealthy relationship, more and more evidence shows that sleeping alone may simply be the best way to get a

• Mood: Insomniacs are five times more likely to develop depression. Though that’s an extreme, if you’ve ever had a poor night’s sleep, you’ve probably experienced the grumpiness or short temper that can go with it. • Heart health: Blood pressure decreases during rest, which helps keep your heart healthy. Chronically poor sleepers are more at risk of heart disease. Aren’t there negative consequences for couples? One of the most common concerns couples have about sleeping in separate rooms is that it will lead to less intimacy

in their partnership. However, sleeping apart often means sleeping more and better, and studies show that well-rested couples are more likely to share intimacy. Plus, sleeping arrangements are highly cultural and change over time. There’s nothing that says that sleeping together is a must for a happy relationship! As more couples are learning, sometimes it’s just the opposite.

good night’s rest. And as more research comes out about the importance of sleep for physical and mental health, some couples can’t figure out how to improve their sleep while sharing a bed with a snoring spouse or one who has a completely different schedule.

If you need a reminder about the myriad benefits of sleep, here are just a few:

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