As a Fitness Trainer the one thing that gets me most frustrated is when a client doesn’t see their programs through to the end. I take my clients goals very seriously and develop detailed programs that take time to develop. But the truth is that if you really want the body or healthy lifestyle…
Having the right anabolic balance is the key to allow muscle growth to take place. Of course having an intense exercise program is important to achieving maximum muscle but it really depends on putting the building blocks in place. Achieving this relies on having a sound nutritional program but you also should keep the…
Over the years fitness has changed a great deal. There has been a movement away from the static, single joint movements like the arm curl, to multi-joint engaging forms of training. On of the types of training that has taken off is kettlebell training. Some other forms of training that have seen more people…
If you have been around the fitness industry for a long time then you probably have heard a lot of dedicated trainers tell you that you must consume protein and carbohydrates within 30 minutes after your workout or you missing out on the anabolic window. Meal timing has been gospel since the 80’s and…
Over my many years of training clients I have noticed one popular reason why people do not start a healthy exercise and diet program; they do not know where to begin. The internet has provided tons and tons of information about health and fitness. Unfortunately after 30 minutes of searching for the information you…
If you have been one of the lucky ones who has played or is playing a competitive sport, then you probably heard the phrase “Are you hurt or are you injured?” Some of you may be asking, “what’s the difference?’ Well believe me when I say there is one. When you work out or…
You have finally made the decision that you are going to start a fitness program. Great! Now what? There are many reasons why people decide to start a fitness program. Your Doctor has told you that you need more exercise, you have stood by while a family member became less independent as they aged,…
In 1981, Dr. David Jenkins of the University of Toronto came up with a ranking system for carbohydrates based upon how long it takes them to break down into the system. Some carbohydrates break down very slowly and those release glucose gradually into the bloodstream and have a low glycemic index. For people who…
Seasonal allergic rhinitis (SAR) affects more than 25 million Americans each year and current studies indicate the problem of seasonal allergies is on the rise. Numerous clinical observations and case studies have led researchers to propose that methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) may help to significantly reduce the symptoms of SAR. In a study conducted in 2002,…
Do you have persistent pain in the lower back? Does your back hurt when you try to lift up something heavy? Is your back painful when you stoop down to pick up something on the floor? Try doing some home care methods to relieve the pain so you won’t have to ignore your crying…