This could be titled: the best lean protein sources that are not poultry, red meat or pork…so I hope everyone reads it whether or not you practice the season of Lent. But I had to represent for all my people out there who are struggling to know how they can keep their gains on Fridays.
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The Process Must Match the Goal – Interview With Figure Pro Ariel M
“I want to look like ______” The statement gets thrown around way too often and way to “irresponsibly”. I believe that having a goal is always a great idea, but it also much be realistic. Nothing is impossible, but it might take much more than you believe. If you ask me what I would ideallyContinue reading “The Process Must Match the Goal – Interview With Figure Pro Ariel M”
STOP Exercising to Lose Weight
Major benefits of exercise in general: Improved heart/blood health Improved mood Improved coordination Improved blood pressure, blood glucose, and blood cholesterol Direct major benefits of pure cardio exercise: Improved cardiovascular endurance Improved resting heart rate Improved performance in cardiovascular events/activities Direct major benefits of strength training: Improved muscle mass/”tone” Improved strength Improved bone mineral densityContinue reading “STOP Exercising to Lose Weight”
Can Happiness and Dieting Coexist?
If by “dieting” we mean – eating with a goal of losing body fat…then yes, it is possible. Unfortunately the word “diet” is often associated with pain, suffering, deprivation, sadness, boringness, restriction, and many other negative choice words. Seriously, when was the last time you heard someone say “oh I’m on a diet and lovingContinue reading “Can Happiness and Dieting Coexist?”
Short Term Pleasure; Long Term Pain…
Recently I was listening to a fantastic podcast from my friends at Relentless Dietetics –>Â http://relentless-show.libsyn.com/rss In their most recent episode they were discussing higher level thinking – how as humans we can think and plan for long term, where as animals, live in the now and literally only react to what is currently happening, andContinue reading “Short Term Pleasure; Long Term Pain…”
Is This Your Year?
Happy 2018! We made it! Every year people come up with New Years resolutions, and every year, people give up or fail those resolutions fairly quickly. So what will you do to be different? Will this be your year to make the changes you have been talking about for years? Or finally commit toContinue reading “Is This Your Year?”
Why Everyone Should Train Their Arms Directly
Friday at the gym…it’s arm day. #FatArmFridays #ArmDay #BisandTrisForDayz The above would describe my 4 years of high school, and most of my college years as well. Most guys who are into working out will agree with this statement to some extent. Fridays were always the day where your would hit every variation ofContinue reading “Why Everyone Should Train Their Arms Directly”
How To Actually Get Things Done
Ive been writing about goals and mindset a lot lately, mostly because after working in the industry for almost a decade now, I have found that to be the biggest challenge for most people. Most people know they need to workout/be more active. Most people know what to eat more of and what to eatContinue reading “How To Actually Get Things Done”
Set Goals That Fire You Up
“If your goals don’t scare you; they aren’t big enough” I like the quote, but I also think that “scare” might not be the ideal word. This is why I like “fire you up” instead – goals that get you excited, goals that make you want to start NOW, not tomorrow. When it comes toContinue reading “Set Goals That Fire You Up”
What is the best diet?
Yesterday a friend asked me, “so what do you think the best diet is?” Talk about a tough question…so why not answer it with the easiest cop out answer. The best diet for someone is the diet that they can enjoy, stick to, get results on, and maintain an optimal level of health atContinue reading “What is the best diet?”