October 17, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

PRESS RELEASE | Thomas McGregor’s “Exodus” Music Video to Spark Imagination

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September 17, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

INFLUX Upper Body Workout | HEALTH

Above is an upper body workout that is proven to get you fit, trim, and healthy. I use this same workout with my clients, as well as in my own training. This workout is designed to train and condition your upper body muscles as well as your cardiovascular system. Use this workout every other day or three days on and three days off. Always remember to supplement with a total body/lower body workout alongside with this workout. Remember to hydrate and supplement well with high protein and nutrient based foods.

Thomas McGregor, CPT

August 16, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

INFLUX Workout ///TOTAL BODY\\\| HEALTH

Today, I wanted to introduce everyone to my INFLUX workouts. This workout will be a total body workout.

INFLUX Workout Defined:
An INFLUX workout consists of 8 exercises preformed in circuit form. The exercises are alternating in speed and type.
Below is an example:
Exercise 1 – Fast – Cardiovascular
Exercise 2 – Slow – Muscle Building
Continue in this fashion…
Each exercise is preformed for a total of 3 minutes and 30 seconds for a total of 26 minute after preforming 8 exercises.

Fast: As fast as your physically can to ensure maximum exertion.
Slow: As slow as you physically can to ensure maximum exertion.

Today’s Workout: Total Body
(Each exercise is 3:30, a kitchen timer or stopwatch is suggested.)

INFLUX
1) Jumping Jacks – Fast – 3:30
2) Push-Ups – Slow – 3:30
3) Knee Highs – Fast – 3:30
4) Squats – Slow – 3:30
5) Air Pushes – Fast – 3:30
6) Dips – Slow – 3:30
7) Running in Place – Fast- 3:30
8) Heel Raises – Slow – 3:30

Enjoy YOUR SWEAT!

-Thomas McGregor, Certified Personal Trainer

August 5, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

Acoustic Recording To Benefit Music Education For Children Nationwide | THE ARTS

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This project was first brought to the Hungry Monks (John Holenko, Hazel Ketchum) mid-2012 by Thomas McGregor (Violin) as an idea first rooted in music education. 100% of the proceeds from the sales will go directly to music education scholarships. Music is a vital life source of our culture, enabling people to commune together sharing in the joys of human expression. When purchasing this wonderful recording you present the opportunity to children nationwide to experience in this joyous sharing. We deeply Thank You for your support! -John, Hazel, & Thomas.

The recordings you will enjoy are orignal compositions by the Hungry Monks and Thomas McGregor.

Hazel Ketchum: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar

John Holenko: Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin

Thomas McGregor: Violin

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July 7, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

“A Chosen Path” | MULTIMEDIA

A Chosen Path (directed by Thomas McGregor) is the story of Tinley (Adam Benden) a desperate Tibetan monk in search of truth on a lesser traveled path. Though Tinley struggles, he is presented with an even bigger question that will challenge his personal reality.

A Chosen Path

June 14, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

Upper Body 4 Slam Workout |HEALTH

I wanted to give you some tools to start out a great upper body workout circuit. The below circuit includes work on the chest, arms, and shoulders. You also find that the weight is low and the repetitions hight, this is to cultivate toning of the muscle not bulking. In this regard, this workout is good for martial artists, physique models, athletes, and every day health enthusiasts. Exercise well and be well my friends! – TM

UPPER BODY 4 SLAM WORKOUT
•Bench Press- 4 sets of 15 at 40lbs.

•Curls- 4 sets of 15 at 35-40lbs.

•Shoulder Pulls- 6 sets of 12 at 30-40lbs.

•Tricep Curls- 5 sets of 12 at 25-35lbs.

Plus 10 minutes of cardiovascular work on a treadmill (or walking/running outside), crosstrainer, bicycle, or swimming before and after the above workout.

To Your Health!

Aside June 12, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

This is a collection of my solo acoustic guitar works currently published on youtube.

Please subscribe and share my channel at: www.youtube.com/tviolin

ENJOY and Thank you for your support!

Acoustic Guitar Collection | THE ARTS

May 21, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

Olive Leaf |NUTRITION

“Sage-green colored leaves.”

OLIVE LEAF (Olea Europaea)

A small evergreen cultivated in Egypt and the Mediterranean for over 3,000 years, the olive tree was traditionally prized for its fruit and oil. It has symbolic value as well: winners of the ancient Olympic Games wore garlands made of olive leaves, and the olive branch is a well-known sign of peace. While most people are aware of the heart-healthy properties of olive oil, the lesser-known olive leaves may be just as healthy!

Laboratory studies and recent double-blind human clinical research focus on the action of the constituent oleurpein suggest that Olive leaf extract may:
•Support immune system function*
•Promote arterial health*
•Help maintain blood pressure and triglyceride levels already within a healthy range*

Research on oleurpein (as well as one human study on Olive leaf itself) suggests this bioactivity:
•Enhances the activity of macrophages and other kinds of white blood cells, and interferes with amino acids used by foreign invaders*
•Inhibits the oxidation of cholesterol, which tends to accumulate in artery walls*
•Has a dilation effect on the blood vessel*

This brilliant nutrient source comes from European olive groves. It is important to note that this evergreen should be harvested at the correct time of year in order to yield the highest in bioactive nutrients.

By: Thomas McGregor

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Susalit E. et al. Phytomedice. Feb 2011;18(4):2251-8.

May 20, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

Fifteen Minute Classical Violin Improvisation | THE ARTS

Statement:

“I was recently challenged by one of my students to solidly improvise for 15 minutes straight. Never backing down from a challenge, here it is!” – Thomas McGregor, Violinist

Thomas McGregor, Violinist

May 17, 2012 by thomasmcgregor

Echinacea| Herb Study |HEALTH

What is the herb Echinacea? What does it do? How does it work in your body? Below, you will find the answers to these questions.

ECHINACEA:

Echinacea (echinacea engustifolia) is native to the plains of North America, from Mexico to Canada. The Native Americans use the root of Echinacea for relief from upper respiratory symptoms, sore throats and toothache, and the chewed flowers for snakebites. It was popularized by eclectic physicians of the 19th century and was one of the most common ways to support immune function in the United States until the 1950′s.

Enchinacea is an extensively studied herb, supported by many double-blind, placebo-controlled human clinical trials. Results have been largely positive and show that Echinacea effectively:
•Promotes a rapid immune response to seasonal stressors. *
•Supports the respiratory system.*
•Encourages healthy drainage of the lymphatic system.*

Echinacea supports the immune system during times of stress by increasing:
•Numbers of white blood cells, such as natural killer cells and monocytes.*
•Activity of white blood cells such as phagocytes. *
•Activity of macrophages – immune cells that engulf and destroy foreign invaders in the body – by binding to receptors on their surfaces. *

-One of the most important and prolific botanicals we grow as a society.
-The echinacea plants requires regular feeding and cultivation in order to be prosperous.
-The echinacea plant produces isobutylamides – one of the most important active constituents in the roots, at the end of first growing season.