We love simple quick answers. We love simple quick fixes. We love definite, simple, quick answers that give big quick fixes. You know what we have been taught to hate? Consistency, hard work, waiting, and a dynamic approach to all things. Well, I’m here to tell you that this is exactly what gets theContinue reading “Why “It Depends” Is the Answer to 99% of Fitness and Nutrition Questions”
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Beware Of These Superlatives When It Comes to Exercise/Nutrition Advice
Ok, slow down with the School House Rock terminology for just one second… What I mean is, be weary of words like “always” or “never” or phrases like “you must”, “the best”, the “worst” when it comes to fitness and nutrition advice. I have seen it all over, and frankly, I’m sick of it.Continue reading “Beware Of These Superlatives When It Comes to Exercise/Nutrition Advice”
Add Tons of Flavor, and NO Calories With These Seasoning Combos
Plain chicken breast, steamed broccoli, and brown rice…aka “The Bodybuilder Diet” Eating healthy doesn’t have to be this boring and bland. Food is supposed to be enjoyable, pleasurable, and believe it or not, it’s easier to eat when it tastes good. The following blends of herbs, spices, and other flavor boosters will give your chicken,Continue reading “Add Tons of Flavor, and NO Calories With These Seasoning Combos”
The Best Smoothies I’ve Ever Had (#3 Is Too Good To Be “Healthy”)
In a perfect world, we would all get 100% of our protein from grass fed, free range, pure organic, GMO free, happy as a clam animals. Let’s be honest, this isn’t a perfect world. Still, I always prefer that my clients get as close to 100% of their daily protein goal from real foodContinue reading “The Best Smoothies I’ve Ever Had (#3 Is Too Good To Be “Healthy”)”
Sleep: Needed? Miracle? Overrated?
“All you need is more sleep, and you will lose 10 pounds, easily” – Overheard at the airport. Yes, I was eavesdropping. I can’t help it. Every time I’m in a public place, and hear people talking about fitness or nutrition topics I become intrigued. How do you think I come up with halfContinue reading “Sleep: Needed? Miracle? Overrated?”
Ladies, Don’t Let Aunt Flo Hold You Back
While this might be one of the more obscure posts I write, it may also be one of the most important. The female menstrual cycle is a very serious thing, and in fact, can have a huge effect on women’s bodies, their minds, and their overall well being. You might be saying right about now,Continue reading “Ladies, Don’t Let Aunt Flo Hold You Back”
Boozin and Losin’? Is it Possible?
You are trying to lose some fat, but don’t want to be a party pooper and drink water every time you go out. I get it. Is it possible to still drink alcohol AND continue losing bodyfat/weight? Yes, but you also need to remain aware of your decisions and the rest of your night/weekend/party. It’sContinue reading “Boozin and Losin’? Is it Possible?”
Why Meal Replacement Programs Fail
Lose 20 pounds in 20 days! We see these ads, slogans, and posts all the time. And here is the thing – they DO actually work* For the time being. If you look into ANY program that claims you will lose “X” pounds in “X” days (at a crazy appealing pace) – most ofContinue reading “Why Meal Replacement Programs Fail”
Get The Most Out of Your Workouts
Whether you call it working out, training, exercising or getting your fitness on, there is one thing that I stress with all my clients – do it with INTENT. in·ten·tion inˈten(t)SH(ə)n/ noun a thing intended; an aim or plan. Do you just show up to the gym, and go through the motions, not quiteContinue reading “Get The Most Out of Your Workouts”
3 Simple Things You Can Add to Your Day for Fat Loss Results
Everyone thinks that to lose fat, you need to keep taking away things from your life. This just isn’t true. In fact, when we think about removing things from our life, it often makes the task at hand seem much more negative and makes it more likely for us to fail. Instead of alwaysContinue reading “3 Simple Things You Can Add to Your Day for Fat Loss Results”