Last year, I was an orthopedist's dream patient. I had sciatica, plantar fascitis, tendonitis, and ITB syndrome. Despite stretching, lifting, and trying to "build into" an Ironman training program, I still was nagged by these injuries. I did my homework and tried all of the expert advice, but nothing seemed to work.

Last October, I raced at the World Championships with significant anti-inflammatories and still had to grit and bear it. After Kona, I read about MAP and figured that since I tried everything else, why not one more?

Through the winter, I reestablished my base and started training with MAP. I gradually increased my dosage to the recommended levels.

I'm happy to say that I'm well into the season and racing injury free! This spring I won the US Half Marathon and medalled at both St. Anthony's and the Florida Half Ironman. More importantly, I'm enjoying training and racing for the first time in 2 years. -- S.K. 40-44 Age Group

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I have been taking BB for two months and, at 47 years young, I have noticed a dramatic improvement in strength, endurance and recovery... so I just ordered 3 additional months! Thanks, Steve

MAP is a great product. It has really helped me to recover from my hard workouts. Racing at a professional level in international competition like the Tour de France places extreme demands on one's body. To try to compete without attention to the best nutrition would be impossible. I take MAP because it helps to preserve my muscle strength and recovery, my immune system, and my energy. I can recommend it highly. -- George Hincapie 6X Tour de France Finisher

Q. What about taking MAP during a workout?

A. I usually don't take it during workouts. Take it before and after if the workout is longer than 2 hours. Then a third dose 6 hours later if it's a really big day. I do take MAP during a long race. For an Ironman, take 10 before, 5 at the bike turnaround, 5 at the end of the bike, and 5 at the midrun point. Then take 10 at the end.

Q. Is MAP recommended for uses such as weight lifting and yoga? I do these during my off-season.

A. MAP provides optimum protein nutrition. Your body needs protein every day -- even more when stressed or when you're exercising. You can adjust the dosage based on that.

Q. From your previous email you mentioned the higher levels of antioxidants. We drink a cup of green tea daily--does this count or should I simply increase my levels?

A. The tea counts, but personally I think at least a multivitamin with extra antioxidants is good. Recently I tested my antioxidant blood levels after a 2 ˝ hour workout, and they were only half the level considered normal. I feel that with high levels of training, more antioxidants are needed to protect the body from the free radical damage that can occur. There is an excellent product for this from Orthomolecular Products called Oxitrol. It is a mix of antioxidants and works very well. On easy days, two are enough. On hard days, I may take two capsules three times.

Oxitrol's ingredients include:
Vitamin A 15,000 IU (from Betatene® -- Natural Mixed Carotenoids), Vitamin C 500 mg, Vitamin E 400 IU (as d-Alpha Tocopherol Succinate), Selenium (as Amino Acid Complex) 50 mcg, N-Acetyl Cysteine USP 200 mg, Quercetin 100 mg, Lipoic Acid 100 mg, ActiVin® (Grape Seed Extract) 75 mg, and CoQ-10 50 mg.

You can contact LifeWorks Wellness Center to order Oxitrol at 727 466 6789.