The ketogenic diet is seeing wild popularity for its supposed weight-loss effects. Its potential negative, and even harmful, effects, however, are getting less attention. The keto diet can trigger the "keto flu" and possibly "keto crotch". Surely you've heard of the keto diet. But you may not have heard of the negative effects this intense [...]
In my attempt to share the many ways to enjoy building and protecting your temple, I bring you THIS & THAT. In this edition, showing somewhat of an advanced alternative to chest work on the chest fly machine with body weight movements requiring more muscle engagement and core stability. I wouldn't recommend this movement for [...]
Have you ever ended a workout thinking, “That’s it?” You expected it to be harder or more intense than it actually was, and you wish there was something you could do to achieve the burn you were looking for. Next time this happens, try a finisher. A finisher is a form of metabolic conditioning that’s [...]
Functional Training on the Cables. Any or all of these moves make for great additions or substitutions to your normal resistance routines. And for those who are looking for things to do around the house or on vacation, you could swap out the cable machine for tubes or bands and still achieve the same results. [...]
Losing weight is not easy. It requires a near super-human level of commitment and dedication. But you don’t need to completely overhaul your eating and exercise habits to get results. You can shed pounds effectively by making a few low-effort, high-impact changes. “I’m a huge believer in meeting people where they are when it comes [...]
If you’re a real perfectionist, timing matters. However, if you’re just trying to make a good habit stick, it’s less about worrying about what time you’re doing something and more about just doing it. For example, exercise — there’s really no bad time to work out. Just 23% of Americans get enough exercise, according to [...]
Protein is crucial for healthy weight loss, building muscle and controlling hunger, and thanks to the buzz around low-carb, high-protein diets like Whole30 and Paleo, it can feel like protein is king. But, for all the good protein does, it is possible to overdo the macro. WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU OVEREAT PROTEIN If you were [...]
Food is more than just fuel. Your diet can help fight disease and keep you looking and acting younger. Eating Right A healthy diet for men includes: At least 2 cups of fruits and 2½ cups of vegetables each day for vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytochemicals. Whole grains. Eat at least half of all grains [...]
Parents need veggies just as much as kids do. Not only is it important to lead by example, vegetables contain fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that promote health as we age and help prevent chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Get Energized with Veggies Whether it's for powering through a workout, rounding up [...]
As a health professional, I've learned over the years that there is one question that often goes unanswered by many who have identified the need for change. And that is, Now what? You'd think that with the enormous amount of fitness and nutrition videos, online articles, podcasts, social pages, tweets, grams, yadda yadda yadda... anyone [...]