by: Joel Thuna

Exercising or "working out" is a vital component of any weight loss, weight maintenance or health plan. Without exercise we are unable to burn excess calories and stay healthy.

Experts say that dieters should aim to exercise a minimum of 30 minutes daily three times a week. But, obtaining results most of us desire would require a significant commitment of time, energy, willpower, and determination.

Few of us are able to exercise as long or as often as we realize we should. It is often difficult to squeeze a visit to the gym into our chaotic lifestyles, and when we do something always pops up. Relatives, dropping off and picking up the kids, cooking, cleaning, work, all seemingly conspire to keep you from any quality exercise time. When you finally do find time to exercise you are usually too pooped to make it as intense or effective as you would like.

Until recently, the only effective supplements available to help dieters and amplify workouts were metabolic enhancers. All to often these products are just thinly veiled, harsh stimulants that can do more harm than good when used casually.
Exercise enthusiasts and dieters can now get superior results without "stimulants". With the assistance of "supercharged" herbs you can maximize your workout by exercising longer and more effectively, realizing superior results.

Green Tea
Green tea is emerging as a safe workout enhancing supplement. In a recent clinical study, individuals were given either green tea (containing some caffeine), caffeine, or a placebo, prior to exercising. The patients who took green tea increased their energy expenditure and burned more fat than those who took either the caffeine alone or the placebo. No side effects were reported.

Green tea's secret may be in the combination of its caffeine and antioxidants. The natural caffeine in green tea frees fatty acids so you can burn fat more easily. Antioxidant compounds in green tea appear to work with caffeine to increase the calorie burn.

Schizandra
One of the most important herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), schizandra is referred to in early texts as one of the "superior herbs", capable of promoting overall well-being and enhancing vitality. Holding many vitamins and minerals, it is high in vitamin C, as well as magnesium, and phosphorus.

Schizandra's major active phytochemicals are over 30 lignans, more commonly referred to as schizandrins. These lignans are powerful antioxidants and liver protectors. Liver protection from these schizandrins is believed to be the key to this berry's effect on athletic performance.

Strenuous exercise pushes muscles and the liver. In turn, the liver produces enzymes to help detoxify and remove the unwanted byproducts created during the metabolic process. Strenuous exercise significantly increases the need for these cleansing enzymes, and their levels in the liver and bloodstream rise drastically. If the liver does not produce enough enzymes then there may be an increase in muscle pain and damage, muscle recovery time is elongated, and endurance is decreased. If recovery takes too long the liver may not be able to catch up to demand and can become damaged.

Schizandra has been shown to lower key liver enzyme levels, minimize muscle recovery time and damage, while reducing the effort required to obtain desired performance levels. By helping the liver to protect itself and function better, Schizandra may allow us to reach our exercise goals easier, and recover faster, with less pain.

Ontario Red Ginseng
Ontario Red Ginseng is a potentiated form of Canadian ginseng that may help reduce stress and free radicals while increasing stamina levels.

Ontario Red Ginseng's high ratio of Rb1 to Rg1 ginsenosides, exceptionally high levels (higher than all other ginsengs) make it ideal for combating stress. While assisting to prevent stress in general, it allows us to handle the extra mental and physical stress of exercise and dieting. Taken regularly, it acts to shield us from the pressures of our fast-paced lifestyles.

Research has shown Canadian Ginsengs, including Ontario Red Ginseng, can improve stamina levels, increase physical endurance and aid athletic ability.
Products utilizing a combination of these three herbs, without added stimulants, are ideal. They are safe and effective for both male and female dieters and exercise enthusiasts - from the weekend quarterback to bodybuilders!

Pure-Li natural has taken these herbs and combined them in one percision product, Accelerator. This exacting blend of Green Tea, Schizandra & Ontario Red Ginseng is designed to safely and effectively enhance fat burning and maximize the benefits of exercising.