If you’re interested in improving your body composition, then you’ve probably heard about the importance of tracking your macros. But what are macros, and why are they so essential for achieving your fitness goals? In this article, we’ll break it down for you. First off, “macros” is short for macronutrients,
It’s April 1st, and no this isn’t a prank. Instead, I thought I would try to help you avoid being the victim of these foolish fitness myths that are still circulating within the fitness industry. I don’t want you to be the fool that believes these myths or, worse let
Running a business, taking care of a family, and just dealing with the complexity of life can, at times, be extremely stressful for me. Negative things happen every day to everyone. It’s how we handle them that will determine our thoughts, our moods, and our actions. Dwell on the negative,
If you’ve been following us for a while, you’re used to hearing us talk about the most commonly known benefits associated with exercise: Weight loss More strength Muscle gain Higher energy level Improved movement Decrease in aches and pains Better blood pressure/cholesterol numbers In addition, there is strong evidence to
GET UP, STAND UP You may have heard, “Sitting is the new smoking”. I’m not ready to say sitting for most of the day is just as bad as filling your lungs with smoke, but here are some of the problems that may be associated with prolonged sitting. Movement impairment
Three times every year, Kim and I spend 2 full days with some of the best gym owners in the country, learning from one another, sharing ideas, and networking.The experience of these gym owners ranged from brand-new entrepreneurs to 30-year veterans. It’s impressive to see seasoned pros still learning and
I’ve never been one to mosey up and down the stairs. I don’t go as fast as I used to go, but then again, I don’t do anything as fast anymore.Since the days of my youth when we finished up wrestling practice with 20 stair sprints up and down the
Do you have any of these signs of muscle loss? You feel weak and have little energy to get through the day. Your body has lost its shape, and you feel more saggy and flabby. You don’t have the strength to do the things you once did easily. You are
Throwback Thursday is a popular topic on social media.
We look back to the “old days” when things were usually quite different, not necessarily better or worse, but just different. Maybe you had more fun, more free time, or more energy.
Having been in the fitness business since 1999, I’ve helped thousands of people get in shape, lose weight, get stronger, and become healthier.I’ve also found that one’s physical health tremendously influences one’s mental health and vice versa.Stress management, better self-image, optimism, and positivity are just some of the non-physical benefits