The "throwing your BCAA's out" meme isn't new. It's been around for some time, but I've noticed it trend recently in the circles I visit. It's funny, … Read more about Supplement Spotlight: Should You Throw Your BCAA’s Away?
The Power of Committing 100%
“It's easier to hold your principles 100 percent of the time than it is to hold them 98 percent of the time.” - Clayton Christensen, famed Harvard … Read more about The Power of Committing 100%
The Dangers of Not Getting Enough Sleep: Fat Gain
In times of crisis or stress, it's interesting to see what we prioritize. When budget cuts happened to the military, one of the first things the … Read more about The Dangers of Not Getting Enough Sleep: Fat Gain
The Higher The Cost, The More You Value It
"The real price of everything, what everything really costs to the man who wants to acquire it, is the toil and trouble of acquiring it." - Adam … Read more about The Higher The Cost, The More You Value It
Supplements 101 – What Should You Take?
One of the very first questions I am usually asked by new clients is what supplement to take, and I don't blame them. The fitness industry is … Read more about Supplements 101 – What Should You Take?
Adding and Subtracting From Your Life
Caloric intake is such a fascinating topic to me. It's the one variable that never changes, and it's the fundamental rule that every "diet" on the … Read more about Adding and Subtracting From Your Life
5 Reasons Why The Military Made Me a Better Coach
The military is all about efficiency - with both the people and the equipment that they have. With the endless variety of diets and gimmicks for … Read more about 5 Reasons Why The Military Made Me a Better Coach
You Need More Protein: A Guide To Optimizing Fat Loss
Efficiency is the name of the game when it comes to maximizing fat loss. Notice I intentionally used the word "fat" instead of "weight". Anyone can … Read more about You Need More Protein: A Guide To Optimizing Fat Loss
Water’s Role In Your Weight Loss
Drinking water and hydrating properly is not a sexy topic. It is easily one of the most overlooked parts of a nutrition plan. It is EXTREMELY … Read more about Water’s Role In Your Weight Loss
Are You Being Honest With Your Food?
It is no secret that food, and overall health & fitness in general, is a very personal subject for most people. So much so that there are billion … Read more about Are You Being Honest With Your Food?
Pre/Post Workout Nutrition: What Should You Eat?
Whether you're just starting a workout routine, or you've been on a particular program for awhile, the question of what you should eat (or drink) … Read more about Pre/Post Workout Nutrition: What Should You Eat?
Escaping Diet Hell: The Mental Game of Weight Loss
If you've spent any time online looking for weight loss advice, you have probably visited the world of "Diet Hell": You end up spending more … Read more about Escaping Diet Hell: The Mental Game of Weight Loss