Weight loss doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, there are a few things that, if you do them consistently, you WILL see change. Eat enough protein – so many people don’t eat enough protein. If you are trying to build or sustain muscle, especially as you age, you should get .8 to 1 gramContinue reading “A Simple Weight Loss Formula”
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How to Fit Staying Fit into Your Busy Schedule
I often write about time management and how it’s possible for you to fit fitness and nutrition into your daily grind. It can’t be overstated enough. There are enough hours in the day and you don’t need hours to stay healthy. In fact, just two to three days a week of resistance training is enoughContinue reading “How to Fit Staying Fit into Your Busy Schedule”
Why You Can’t Lose Weight
Are you stuck in a cycle of trying to diet but not seeing lasting results? Maybe you’ve plateaued and can’t seem to shed the remaining pounds? Here are the top reasons you might be having trouble losing weight.
Why Your Weight Doesn’t Matter
When people decide they want to change the way they look, they typically start with the scale, weighing themselves and determining that the number they see needs to be lower. But, your weight is not the whole story. There are other more meaningful metrics that often get overlooked but if you pay attention to them,Continue reading “Why Your Weight Doesn’t Matter”
Why Running Won’t Help You Lose Weight
It’s a common misperception that running leads to weight loss. Not so fast. Cardio can initially help you lose weight but it’s not a sustainable approach long-term.
How to Add Cardio to Your Resistance Training Program
Despite popular belief the best way to stay fit and maintain a healthy weight is NOT endless cardio. Resistance training is the end all be all for that. But, that being said, does cardio harm your muscle gains? Not exactly and it depends! Here’s a basic explanation. When you do nothing but cardio, your bodyContinue reading “How to Add Cardio to Your Resistance Training Program”
How Eating More Can Help You Lose Weight
When you decide you want to shed a few pounds, what is typically the first thing you do? Lower your calories. Eat less. Maybe you move more, too. But, what if I told you the secret might be the complete opposite of what you think you need to do? A recent study showed that despiteContinue reading “How Eating More Can Help You Lose Weight”