Personal training is more than just putting someone through a tough workout; it’s learning how to become a mentor, a motivator, and a friend. It’s finding out what makes people tick, what drives them to succeed, and, perhaps most importantly, what limits their capabilities. None of these skills mean anything, however, if you don’t […]
1. MCT oil: MCT oil, or medium-chain triglyceride oil, is a healthy fat that combats the bad bacteria and yeast in the digestive tract that can cause inflammation and prevent weight loss. This odorless, translucent oil comes from coconuts and is comprised primarily of the antibacterial and antimicrobial caprylic and lauric acids. But that isn’t […]
You probably have a vague sense that exercise is good for you – and you’ve probably heard that it’s “healthy for the heart.” But if you’re like most people, that’s not enough motivation to get you to break a sweat with any regularity. Only 20% of Americans get the recommended 150 minutes of strength […]
Not all fitness tools are created equal: some are gimmicky and some have proven time and time again to give people results. One such tool is the humble jump rope. The jump rope helps your client build coordination, functional strength, and endurance, as well as nudge along fat loss. You can incorporate it into any […]
Let’s face it: the hardest part about losing weight isn’t knowing what to eat. You’ve heard it a thousand times: eat lots of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean protein. The real challenge is changing your habits to make those healthy choices part of your everyday routine without feeling too deprived. The late Dr. George […]
We’ve all heard it before: to be as healthy as you can be, choose a healthy diet. And while that’s easier said than done, the impact of improving your diet may be large. That’s according to a recent study that estimated the impact of dietary modifications on premature cardiovascular deaths in this country. The […]
Staying in shape can make you feel better about yourself, make you more awake and alert and, best of all, it will keep you looking younger and help you live for longer too.