My wife has always been a tough sell on the idea of weight training on a regular basis. She’s much more engaged in cardio based training like running and Peloton classes. I’m a huge advocate for weight training, and always encourage her to do it, but here’s how the conversation typically goes:

I love creating smoothies because not only are they easy to make, they are tasty and you can really load them up with nutritious ingredients! You can also make one ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for a quick meal or snack!

As a trainer, I have clients who come to me with specific goals in terms of their physique and function. They want to build more muscle, or get really strong, but often aren’t sure how to approach it. I recall working with a client who came to me saying he wanted to get really strong Read more…

After an intense workout, it is super important to replenish and nourish your body with a nutritious meal. One of my favorites go-to meals after a workout is this delicious Power Bowl.

I am 83 years old, and have trained with weights for much of my life, since age 15.   I read the fitness magazines and books, and learned the training lore of the time. In my adult life, (after getting involved in the running craze of the time) I trained at the local athletic club. Read more…

“I don’t get why I’m not losing weight” . . . . This is a common statement with clients I work with. They weigh themselves after what they perceive to be a great week of training and clean eating, only to see the scale display the same number as last week.

I am 48 years old.  I plan to be on this rotating rock for at least another 50 years. 

Finances are often seen as a barrier to improving health. I’ve had this conversation many times — as a matter of fact I had it just the other day with a cousin of mine. He told me he wanted to “get in shape & start eating better”, but he knew it was expensive and didn’t Read more…

Overtraining is something that is far too common and often overlooked. People often have these “all or nothing”, “no days off”, and “more is better” mentalities that are not sustainable. I can attest to this because I used to have that same mentality. I would beat myself into the ground on a daily basis and Read more…

It’s August.  We are over 7 months into 2021.  I wonder how many people have stuck with their New Year’s resolutions?  And I wonder how many of those people started out the year with a bunch of resolutions?