Welcome to the Blog
As a long term veteran in the health fitness industry I've seen a lot of fads and recommendations come and go, only to come back again in a new and recycled package. There's probably no [...]
Exceedingly, Abundantly More: My Cancer Journey of Faith and Healing
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 [...]
Weight Loss Tips
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 [...]
How to “Healthy Up” Recipes
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 [...]
Small Consistent Changes
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 [...]
Benefits of Aerial Yoga
If you've ever wondered what it might feel like to be a Cirque du Soleil acrobat wonder no more. The introduction of aerial silks and trapeze swings into mainstream fitness has arrived. Aside from the [...]
The Paradox of Cheat and Skip Days
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 [...]
Cheapest Exercise Tool Ever
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 [...]
Suffering With Back Pain?
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 [...]
5 Signs You Are Stressed Out
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 [...]