If you thought sugar was your biggest threat when talking about sweeteners, wait until you read this. It could save your life. … [Read more...]

I was listening to a podcast recently on designing training programs for clients. The coach used the analogy of "using a chainsaw to install sheet rock." He said that we need to use the right tool for the job. He warned against using the gimmicky kind of thinking that focuses only on using kettle bells... only using bodyweight exercises... only doing cardio, etc. This got me to thinking. … [Read more...]

I have had lots of people approach me and ask what I think of P90X. If this is your question, read this. Considering P90X? . … [Read more...]

Last night, my wife and I watched the show, "DietTribe." Although I do not endorse all the  training methods from the show, I did find one of their practices to be right on target. The practice was very simple. A counselor sat down with all the ladies in this weight loss group and talked them through their emotional eating habits. All of them ate for comfort. In fact, we all do this at one time … [Read more...]

When I was in high school, I  was in a  Drafting/Architecture class. The teacher's name was Mr. Kozak. He taught a concept that I have carried with me all of my life. He said: "Form follows function." This is a very profound statement and applies to every aspect of life. But I want to talk about health and fitness. We have an epidemic in this country of obesity. There are fad-diets, pills, … [Read more...]

I had a conversation with my wife yesterday about the importance of writing down our goals in terms of a journey. Follow these steps and see if you don't accomplish a lot more of your goals in the next 90 days: Write down the day and date 90 days from today. Write a paragraph describing where you "want to be" by that date (e.g., goals concerning fitness, health, finances, spiritual life, … [Read more...]