In April 2024, I received the phone call no one wants to get: “You have breast cancer.” The doctor told me the tumor was small—a 6 mm mass. The plan was a lumpectomy, followed [...]
PROTEIN FIRST THING IN THE MORNING Within 45 minutes of waking up try to get 15 grams of protein. Helps curb cravings, stabilize blood sugar levels & manage your weight. Raises tyrosine levels in the [...]
5 Key factors to keep in mind when altering traditional recipes to a healthier version. The ultimate goal is to include super foods to maximize nutrient density and minimize ingredients that rob your health such [...]
I came across a book recently by Jeff Olson, "The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines into Massive Success and Happiness". It resonated with me as a health fitness professional because I've preached for years that's [...]
Have you ever fallen off the health bandwagon only to find yourself waking up with a stronger resolve to commit to your health plan? It may not be such a bad thing to cheat on [...]
Looking for versatility in your home exercise regimen? Try a simple ball. While it's nice to have access to all the hi-tech equipment that a fitness center offers or even some of the more portable [...]
Do You Have a Pain in the Back? Low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. It’s estimated that 8 out of 10 people have had or currently have back pain of [...]
Have your reasoning skills and memory been failing you lately? Long-term exposure to cortisol has a negative effect on reasoning skills and memory. Experiments with rats suggest that brain cells exposed to high levels of [...]
If you're over 35 years old you may have noticed that your muscles don't recover from workouts as quickly as they did in your teens and twenties. It's even more noticeable in your 40's, 50's [...]
