Double Down vs. Giving In
After a year of pandemic life, I’m sensing that a lot of people are confused about what to do for their health and fitness. Are gyms open? Are they safe? Will they ever be the same again? What seems obvious…
Have you ever been the “victim” of poor bagging technique at the grocery store? and your feet :0
Have you ever been the "victim" of poor bagging technique at the grocery store? Yes, you have. We all have. I prefer to bag my own groceries, especially when the bagger is inexperienced. Why? Because they just throw the stuff…
Losing form due to fatigue is NOT okay.
Have you ever heard someone say something that made you smack your forehead and say to yourself "She did NOT just say that?!" Recently, while watching a YouTube video of a trainer doing an intense follow along workout she made…
Regular Exercise is good for your Immune System
Who doesn't want to give their immune system a boost, especially now? It's easier than you think. All you have to do is exercise regularly! Yep, moderate to vigorous activity initiates a natural and beneficial immune response. You're body responds to…
What makes a good workout
I remember taking a weightlifting class, first in high school and then in college. I'm going to date myself, but it was all Nautilus equipment (a brand name of fitness equipment that was "new and innovative") and your entire session…
Nutrition isn’t the only answer
Besides nutrition, exercise (including resistance training!) is extremely important for blasting away body fat, building lean muscle mass, and exploding your metabolism. But some types of exercise are better than others. So, which ones you should be doing to get closer to your…
Baked Salmon with Avocado Salsa
Foggy brain is common and poor food choices over a long period of time can contribute so here's a recipe to help combat it. Baked Salmon with Avocado Salsa Ingredients 1.5lb. salmon filet 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika…
A trend in fitness happening now
This past weekend, I was in Florida for a performance and training summit. Leaders in health, fitness, and performance speak at these events sharing the latest research and their practical experience so that other trainers and coaches like me can…
(A self posture assessment and) do you get better or just get it done?
I think there's a time and place for just getting sh*t done. However, I believe that the overall quality of your life, current and future, is greatly enhanced when you work on getting better. You might already know…
Is exercise or nutrition more important?
I get asked this question a lot: Is exercise or nutrition more important for losing weight? Here's my answer: They are BOTH important! I know... you're shocked. Another gray area, and can't you just get a black and…
