Last night at our first annual “Supplement and Healthy Lifestyle” presentation, we mentioned that for the large majority of our members counting calories is a waste of time. Although we don’t want to persuade anyone to stop counting calories (that’s great if you do, as long as you are also counting carbohydrates), the main purpose […]
Are protein shakes safe for my child?
October 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Q: My child is only 15. Is it safe for him to take a protein shake? Unequivocally, yes. I have yet to find a single shred of evidence that has shown protein shakes impair kidney function in healthy people. Not one clinical study. Not one review. Not one case study. Not even a reputable opinion […]
Beginner Guide: How do I tone my arms and stomach?
October 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This is one of the most common questions that I get from people that are just starting to workout or that haven’t worked out in quite a while. Women want toned arms and a flat stomach. Men want ripped looking arms and a six pack. The answer to the question “What can you do to […]
Beginner Guide: Weights or Cardio?
October 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The best answer to this question depends on you. Sometimes cardio training is better. Sometimes weights are better. Most of the time both are best. When is cardio the best option for me? If you are totally out of shape and it’s been awhile since you’ve worked out at all then your best option is […]
Exercises You Should Be Doing: Rows
October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
We tend to neglect the muscles that we can’t see in the mirror and focus on those that we can. As a result, when most people workout they focus on pushing movements for their upper body, bench press, push ups, etc… However, if we neglect pulling movements such as Rows for too long we will […]
Exercises You Should Be Doing: Planks
October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
As we mentioned in our previous post about Rows, we want to make sure we don’t neglect to train the muscles that we can’t see in the mirror. Planks are one of the best exercises we can do to build a strong core. Benefits of Doing Planks and Plank Variations Reduced low back pain by […]
Exercises You Should Be Doing: Lunges
October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Strong legs are the foundation of a strong body and strong mind. Lunges are one of the best exercises for improving your overall health, strength, and fitness. In addition, lunges are safer for less advanced lifters because of the decreased load placed on the spine when compared to squats with a weighted barbell across your […]
Beginner Guide: How to start lifting weights
October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
If you missed our first article in the Beginner’s Guide to Diet and Exercise, check it out here: I’m confused about exercise. Where do I start?. It discusses the first step in getting on the exercise bandwagon and starting your transformational journey. Since we discussed cardio training in the first article, we’ll discuss how to […]
Nutrition 101: Your Guide to Good Carbs
October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
At our “Supplement and Healthy Lifestyle Night” on Wednesday, we really tried to stress the fact that if you’re serious about losing weight, you really need to watch the kinds and amounts of carbohydrates you eat. Poor carbohydrate choices completely shut down your body’s fat burning process, and eventually create a vicious cycle of cravings […]
Nutrition 101: Quick tip to cut calories
October 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Need a quick diet fix that’s simple yet effective. Easy. Here’s our go-to move to cut a few calories and lose a few extra pounds. Look at your meals. Find one that adds a few extra calories and carbohydrates. Don’t select your biggest one because you’ll need those calories. Replace that meal with a protein […]
