If “Starvation Mode” is real, why do we recommend fasting?
In my last post, I discuss the body's adaptation to a consistent, strenuous exercise program in conjunction with a low-calorie diet over the course of time. The body adapts to this stimuli by slowing down the metabolism in an effort
Get A Good Night’s Sleep
Sharon and I made a quick trip to Santa Fe this last weekend to celebrate her father's birthday. We stayed at the Inn and Spa at Loretto for two nights. It is our favorite place to stay when we go
Diabetes and Hystrength (sm)
Both Sharon and I have a client with type 1 diabetes, and they both say that our workout program is very effective at regulating their blood sugar. As a matter of fact, one of them says that our exercise program
The Said Principle and Sport Training
My son came home from college last week and reconnected with many of his high school friends. A favorite pastime for them was a friendly game of pick up basketball at the local rec center, and they put together a
Comparing Grocery Carts
When you go grocery shopping, take a quick scan of what most people have in their shopping carts. You can tell at a glance if the person pushing the cart will have issues maintaining a healthy body fat percentage or not. I did
Dietary Fats and Health
Our regular readers know that we have been recommending a lower carbohydrate diet, more along the lines of the paleo diet that is more in vogue lately. We are not completely on board with the diet, for we would prefer meats with a
Explosive Exercise: Do We Need It?
Every time I do an initial consultation with a potential client who has past experience with weight training and has participated in high school and college sports; more specifically foot ball, baseball, and Lacrosse, they use explosive movements when lifting
Success Story: Yalana Getting Her Hot Body
Yalana never did an organized diet and exercise program before she started working with Sharon. Her only form of exercise was walking, and she does a lot of that. She does not own a car so she takes the bus everywhere she
Success Story: 30 lb Fat Loss in Six Months
Andrew looked us up in February of 2016 for guidance in losing fat and improving his overall health. Six months later he has lost 30 lbs of fat and looks incredible. I took photos of Andrew the first day, but I had Andrew
Good Questions
I recently received a questionnaire directed at fitness trainers from a book publisher. The purpose of the questionnaire is for a book that the publisher could distribute to people who may be interested in finding a competent fitness professional. I
