If you’re like most people, you have a lot of exercise and health questions. In spite of the widespread abundance of books, videos and the internet, many of the same questions remain unanswered in the minds of people. Here is a run down of some of the most frequently asked questions I get on a […]
[Continue reading...]Exercise Training Tips
It seems that these days, everybody is trying live a healthier lifestyle. For many, this means working out. Unfortunately, many people either have misguided ideas about how to exercise or are working out in ways that may be totally counterproductive to their goals. So, to help you better understand how your bodies respond to exercise, […]
[Continue reading...]Got Glucosamine?
Glucosamine sulfate is a natural compound formed within the body that plays a role in proper formation of cartilage. Because of this, glucosamine is sold as a supplement to decrease the pain associated with osteoarthritis—a type of arthritis that occurs when the cartilage between bones is wears away, producing pain. Some studies do exist showing […]
[Continue reading...]Creatine: Do You Need It?
Updated February 17, 2025. Creatine, a natural substance that is made in the body as well as found in meat and fish, is arguably one of the most highly researched dietary supplements in history. Over the last several years creatine has enjoyed unprecedented popularity in the fitness community because it tends to make people stronger […]
[Continue reading...]Calcium
The mineral calcium may not seem as “sexy” as other supplements available to consumers today but it certainly has a tremendous amount of research behind it. As most reading these words already know, calcium is a significant component of bones and teeth, giving them strength. As we grow older, bones become weak due to osteoporosis […]
[Continue reading...]Personal Trainers Story
I’m a worshiper in the temple of science. If a factoid doesn’t have a solid foundation of research and logic behind it I judge it to be of no consequence other than as an insight into the mindset of the individual propagating the nonsense. Good science is an observation of nature that can be repeated […]
[Continue reading...]Your Reputation Matters
I recently had the pleasure of teaching at the AAAI/ISMA fitness conference in Baltimore MD. It was a lot of fun and a time to catch with a lot of people who I have not seen in a long time. While I had a lot of interesting conversations with people while I was in Maryland, […]
[Continue reading...]Low Carb Diets How They REALLY Work
Update 9/5/20. When people go on a low carb diet like the Atkins or South Beach diet, they will likely lose a lot of weight within the first two weeks. This is one of the main reasons people who seek quick weight loss – jump on these types of programs. But, how do low carb […]
[Continue reading...]Chocolate Blueberry Protein Power Balls
Teresa Giordano, personal trainer and author of The Power of Healthy Eating knows that eating clean can be boring sometimes so she’s spent years experimenting in the kitchen to find healthy recipes that are not only good for you but taste great too! Here is one of those recipes that people find especially tasty. In […]
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