Personal trainers, coaches and apps are great resources for trainees to learn from. They can provide a wealth of information including correct exercise techniques and motivation when you don’t feel like working out. If you want to make consistent progress over time you have to take ownership of … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2016
Khloe Kardashian’s Weight Loss – How She Made It Happen
Khloe Kardashian has taken center stage as one of the best looking sisters in the Kardashian clan. After dropping *40 pounds, getting her own show,"Kocktails with Khloe," and revamping her look, it seems she's taken over the spot light and lit up social media! SO, how did Khloe shed the … [Read more...]
Spring into Fitness – With This Circuit Training Routine
Spring is already here! Are your fitness goals still on track? You can spring into fitness and be ready for summer in no time. This is the perfect time to take stock of your current fitness level and refocus your priorities as summer approaches. The priority is to get moving, boost your … [Read more...]
Low Carb Hack – Tapioca Wraps – BLT with Avocado Wrap
I love using tapioca wraps to make low carb treats without needing gluten or any sort of gluten free bread. I've recently been trying to limit the amount of grains in my diet as a way to biohack my body, increase my performance and clear out some of random allergic reactions I get. Tapioca wraps … [Read more...]
Farmer’s Walk for Functional Fitness
New York training legend, chiropractor and former Hard Gainer magazine contributor Doctor Ken Leistner was once asked by a reader what the farmer’s walk trains; he answered “Your body!” (Ken Leistner, “Asking Dr. Ken,” Hard Gainer January-February, 1996, 13) This exercise is a great example of … [Read more...]
Magnesium Oil – Benefits, Uses, and Reviews
I heard about magnesium oil a while back on the suggestion of a friend. After trying it I am now a believer! I use it in my baths or spay it directly onto my sore muscles, and joints. I started using this years ago after a knee injury and was amazed at how fast it worked! It's a great … [Read more...]
Maximize Your Natural High – Dopamine Releasing Headphones
I always tell clients to turn on music when they do their cardio. Then pick music that inspires them to move. In most cases the beats per minute for workout music should exceed 120 beats per minute. While all of this is good advice, the music could be doing even more with the help of some new … [Read more...]
How Daisy Ridley Got Star Wars Fit
Star Wars: The Force Awakens is will be out of theaters soon and production of the next movie in the planned trilogy is has begun filming. Daisy Ridley, the young star of the new films was told to put on a little muscle to make her thin frame appear a little more rugged. She took to the exercise … [Read more...]
Irresistible Paleo Chicken Bombs – Low Carb Recipe to Die For
My sister suggested I look over this recipe. Upon watching the video I realized I could make it bulletproof! These chicken bombs are also gluten free, dairy free, and paleo! The combination of bacon, avocado, and chicken makes it irresistibly filling! Makes 8 chicken … [Read more...]
Fitbit Goes Corporate with Their Newest Wellness Programs
Working 40+ hours a week and spending nearly an hour a day driving on the road can certainly become draining, with only a few hours to relax at home before we have to sleep and start over again. This doesn't leave a whole lot of time for exercise and this can definitely add stress to your daily … [Read more...]
Visualization Techniques For Better Fitness
When the Soviet-era scientists taught Russian athletes visualization techniques in the 1970’s the concepts were little understood by laymen and generally believed to be of questionable value. But a lot has changed since then. We’ve all heard clichés like “mind over matter” and to some degree we … [Read more...]
Fitness Tips from LSU College Coach – Derek Yush
Derek Yush has been coaching college athletes for nearly twenty years, first at the University of Rhode Island and now at Louisiana State University. Coach Yush has gained a wealth of experience and knowledge as a collegiate athlete and a coach on how to help athletes perform at their best. Some … [Read more...]