State of Fitness (mystateoffitness.com) and Healthy & Fit Magazine are teaming up to present the 2011 Healthy Lifestyle Challenge. This year’s twist though is different from years past. This year it’s for couples.
A couple is defined as a husband and wife, mom and daughter, father and son, co-workers—basically a partner to help you …
As I continue in my pursuit to show people how to exercise effectively to lose bodyfat, I sometimes forget to emphasize nutrition as the main catalyst for losing weight. Metabolic Conditioning and interval training do play critical roles in fat loss and overall health, but nutrition is the foundation. I could go into great detail …
For this week’s blog entry, I want to answer a few questions I have been presented. I’d also like to begin with this thought: I am all for long distance training if it is done correctly and efficiently, and for the right people and their respected sport. I just feel that intervals are better suited for …
Finding motivation and holding yourself accountable to a workout is a tough task for many individuals. Working with a trainer, attending group exercise classes or running groups, or simply meeting a friend for a workout are the common cures for keeping fit.
It is a good feeling to have someone you can count on to pick …
Most people think that to lose weight and get in great physical condition they need to do endless bouts of cardiovascular exercise. I do not see this to be true. Too much cardio can increase cortisol levels (a hormone that can burn muscle and make your body hold fat stores), takes a long time, and …
As a coach and facility owner, I believe it is crucial to help parents, coaches, and athletes understand how important a solid strength and conditioning program is for their athletes and kids. With injuries at a higher rate than ever, the need for a good strength and conditioning coach is as great as it has ever …
With such demanding schedules these days getting a workout in can be a tough task. While it is optimal to get 45-60 minute workouts in three to five days a week, sometimes we just don’t find the time.
You must always remember,a short workout is better than no workout. I have designed many quick, yet effective …
Most of you know some of the basics that I have been preaching about how to maximize fat loss; eat five to six times a day, drink plenty of water, balance your protein, carbohydrates, fats, and avoid processed food.
Here are five new things to think about to help you lose those unwanted pounds for the …
The health and fitness industry is growing at a very rapid rate, and along with that growth comes more fitness facilities. Everything from 24-hours fitness facilities and YMCAs, to large scale clubs that have it all are all available to anyone looking to get fit. The tough thing is figuring out which type of facility …