Closer or further? These are the two ways you can travel when trying to reach a goal. There is no in between. Every single point in time has at least 2 different paths you can take from that moment, and so on and so on. For example, let’s look at some options for myContinue reading “Own Your Day, Own Your Life – It’s Only Up to YOU”
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Think Twice Before Jumping Into That Magazine Celebrity’s Workout
Check out any magazine rack in the store and you are bound to see “so and so’s” famous workout that got them to the Olympics, or landed them a new role in a movie, or got them super shredded for a photo-shoot. Here’s the thing that I’m here to break to you: I doubt youContinue reading “Think Twice Before Jumping Into That Magazine Celebrity’s Workout”
How to Completely Blow Your Weeks Work on Nutrition in One Sitting
Go to a party for the Packers playoff game and eat this: Thats 2784 calories, 134 grams of carbs, 138 grams of fat, and 132 grams of protein. That is roughly what I did this past Sunday… AND that was just during the game – not counting my breakfast or lunch that day! SoContinue reading “How to Completely Blow Your Weeks Work on Nutrition in One Sitting”
When It Comes To Workouts, Stop Chasing a Feeling
I, and many others in the industry have said it before, ANYONE can make you super sweaty and feel like puking during a workout. It’s really not hard. Run 50 sprints, do 100 burpees then jump up and down on a box 50 times (PLEASE DONT ACTUALLY DO THIS) – and you will probablyContinue reading “When It Comes To Workouts, Stop Chasing a Feeling”
Why Training To Have a Nice Body Isn’t Shallow
“I want to look like [insert athlete/celebrity name here]” “I want to have a six pack/flat stomach/ripped arms” There is nothing wrong with having these as aspirations. “But Mike, training for vanity is shallow and self centered!” Hell yes it is, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with it! It’s YOUR body, you canContinue reading “Why Training To Have a Nice Body Isn’t Shallow”
How The $#%@ am I Supposed to Eat That Much Protein?!?
I’ve written about the importance of protein for everyone, and that I recommend (along with MANY other well-respected professionals) getting 1 gram per pound of lean mass to .8-1 gram per pound per day. For many people, this seems like a lot, and it can be. So here are some ideas on how you canContinue reading “How The $#%@ am I Supposed to Eat That Much Protein?!?”
So…You Already FAILED at Your New Years Resolutions?
If that title resonated with you, then we already know your problem – your mindset. Its only a few weeks into the New Year, no matter what you have or have not done, you definitely haven’t failed. Your mindset is EVERYTHING, and it takes work but you can easily switch it around. Self talk, motivation,Continue reading “So…You Already FAILED at Your New Years Resolutions?”
New Years Resolutions: How To Win
Gonna keep this one short, sweet and to the point. Every year millions of people set New Years resolutions, and fail quickly. “I want to lose weight” “I want to get strong” “I want to eat better” These are great idea, but WAY to simple! Here is how you need to go about setting yourContinue reading “New Years Resolutions: How To Win”
The Acceptance of Declining Health Through Passiveness
Getting old, weak, and frail. Getting weak and fatter. Getting sick constantly. Getting older and sleeping less. These seem to be accepted as the “norm” by many, but why? While we cannot stop the clock from aging us in years, we can slow down and even reverse everything that comes with it. As we age,Continue reading “The Acceptance of Declining Health Through Passiveness”
Why Your Cardio Sessions Might Be Hurting More Than Helping
*For the purpose of this post, Cardio = running, jogging, biking, elliptical at a moderate pace for 45-60ish+ minutes* Whether it be running for fat loss, participating in as many charity 10k’s as possible, or just cardio-ing because it’s all one knows how to do – it may be hurting your goals more than itContinue reading “Why Your Cardio Sessions Might Be Hurting More Than Helping”