Yoga For Muscle Gain
The benefits of yoga practice range from losing fat to touching your toes, but how exactly does doing down dog make you have bigger guns? In this post, we’ll explain the science, suggested modality, and optimal frequency for lean body mass gain when adding yoga to your wellness & strength training program. From my own personal […]
Why We RUN
The running gods blessed me last month. On a hot summer day, I found myself mixed in a crowd of over 3,000 runners who crossed the finish line at the Biggest Loser Run/Walk in Chicago. Some of these brave participants were donning race bibs and new running shoes for the first time. Some walked, some […]
Are Quest Bars Good For You?
In 2014, Quest bar sales have skyrocketed due to smart marketing, social proofing, and millions of photos online depicting delicious desserts as health foods. Quest bars are hotter than a bodybuilder in a gorilla suit right now. In the wake of the #fitspo hashtags, Instagram #transformationtuesday tags and pictures of clenched-toothed bicep selfies, one has […]
Fat and Genetics: Did You Get it From Your Momma?
Fat and Genetics: Did You Get it From Your Momma? Google shows over 3.5 millions search results for “Do my genes make me fat?” Whoah. Mom and dad can really take a beating sometimes. In our modern-mechanized and sedentary society, a genetic predisposition towards health complications does exist, but from the collective consciousness in regards […]
Fresh Air – Beyond Diet & Exercise
Mediation is more than just breath and fresh air. If you calm the mind, hidden potential that lives inside you can rise to the surface. Have a seat and turn off your phone; let’s take a quick break together. Use this time while you read today to breathe slow and smooth through your nostrils only. […]
Outdoor Fitness: Interval Training Made Easy
Outdoor Fitness: Interval Training Made Easy Stuck in a fitness routine rut? No gym? I got you covered: Do this FREE 8 week program to re-ignite your metabolic engine using only your body weight: Week 1-2 General Conditioning (3/4x Per Week) 10 min fast walk/jog at level 5 RPE BW Pushups to failure. Option: Static pushup […]
Will Running In The Rain Make You Sick?
Rain today. When it’s wet outside, people tend to want to stay indoors while making something warm; passing the time sitting still to hear nothing but drops on window panes. Numerous studies show that running in the rain may be deleterious to your health, but what is true risk vs. reward when compared to sitting […]
Splenda & Fat Loss : The Calorie Free Lie
All major soft drink advertisers count their stock options on an evolutionary flaw they’ve sold towards for years: Our physiology is hardwired to love the taste of sweet. In walks “Diet soda.” Welcome to the mentality of justification. Trying to lose weight while drinking diet soda is like running with a sock in your mouth, you’re […]
The Science Of Why Vegans Get Sick
I love vegans, vegetarians, fruitarians, pescatarians, and anyone who has a passion for the food they eat and how it impacts our world. But, put down the tofu and take a step back! You can have your gluten free cake and eat it too. The presupposition that this article is about ridiculing the vegan or vegetarian movements […]
The Top 6 Ways To Start A Paleo Diet
Interested in an easy transition from SAD into Paleo eating? Stand up from the desk. Before you jump on the Paleo wagon, know that there is a reason you found yourself stuck down the Standard American Diet road: Our synapses are wired to be fueled by foods that nourish. With the modern-day workloads and constant stress […]
