Throughout life, from the very day we are born, we want things. We want to eat, we want to crawl, we want to walk. Later as children we want to ride a bike, or learn an instrument, or play a sport. Into adulthood we want to learn, and improve a specific task so we can goContinue reading “Effort, Consistency, Sacrifice – You Cannot Deny the Truth”
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Protein Powders 101: Not Just For Meat Head Bros
Protein powders are everywhere, and they are a HUGE market for the fitness population – especially the guys looking to make all the big gainz. However, protein powders can be very beneficial for everyone, even if you aren’t trying to grow 22-inch pythons. Now let me preface the rest of this post with this;Continue reading “Protein Powders 101: Not Just For Meat Head Bros”
Year After Year…Why Do We Still Use This Excuse?
“Well, it’s almost Halloween, and that means bring on the Holiday weight gain!” Especially in colder climates like Wisconsin, it is almost an expected occurrence that we must give up our efforts and give in to the weight gain blunders of the holiday and cold season. Come January 1, we then seek out theContinue reading “Year After Year…Why Do We Still Use This Excuse?”
Why “It Depends” Is the Answer to 99% of Fitness and Nutrition Questions
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”
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?”
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”