Is Muscle Memory Real? Yes, But it Doesn’t Work The Way You Think
Yes, muscle memory is real, but doesn’t work in quite the way you think. Here’s what I mean. When most people talk of muscle memory, they use it to infer that muscles will actually “come back” faster on an experienced trainee after a hiatus, than non-trainees starting a new program. But the truth is that it […]
Continue reading10 Fitness Mantras to Keep You Motivated and Inspired
By now you’ve doubtless heard many of the fitness clichés, motivations and catchphrases that are throw out by the industry to help you get your butt in gear. But guess what – I also have a few of my own you may be not be familiar with! So today’s Top 10 comprises of my favorite Fitness Mantras. […]
Continue readingWill Chest Flyes Lift My Breasts?
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard this exact question. I also can’t tell you how many times I’ve shook my head in disbelief when I hear a trainer suggest flyes to remedy the situation. Here’s the deal – skin is skin and muscle is muscle. Period. No matter how many chest flyes or exercises you […]
Continue readingDo Epsom Salt Baths Work?
At the end of one of my classes yesterday, one participant told another to go home and soak in an Epsom salt bath to help muscle soreness. Taking an Epsom salt bath, is meant to detoxify the body, cure muscle aches and soreness and alleviate join pain. So, is it true? Will a quick soak in […]
Continue readingJamie Eason and Her 12 Week Trainer Workout Program
To be honest, I’ve been following Eason and her 12 Week Trainer Workout Program on Twitter for quite a while now and regularly check in on her Facebook page. Jamie Eason is a spokesperson for the Internet giant Bodybuilding.com and is a wildly successful and beautiful fitness model. Jamie has launched the 12 Week Trainer program […]
Continue reading10 Worst and Most Inefficient Exercises You Should Avoid
You may have heard me use the term exercise efficiency in previous postings here on the site. But what exactly does the term mean? To me exercise efficiency is how much bang for your buck an exercise gives you – in other words – what’s the benefit versus time spent? When I write workouts, I almost always […]
Continue reading20 Types of People You’ll Meet at the Gym
I’ve always said the gym is a culture in itself – as rich as any National Geographic Channel special! Don’t be fooled into thinking the people you’re working out with just like having big muscles and hot bodies. Underneath the training are a complex set of personality traits and some ritualistic gym behavior. So for a bit […]
Continue reading10 Biggest Diet Mistakes to Avoid When Trying to Lose Weight
The fact is dieting is a billion dollar industry that grows every year – right along with America’s waistlines. Something is wrong with that, wouldn’t you say? So what’s the deal, why do millions of people have the greatest of intentions, but fail miserably on a nutrition program? Pay close attention and learn to not make […]
Continue readingMariah Carey Weight Loss: How She Got Her Body Back
By now you’ve probably read or seen that Mariah Carey is the new Jenny Craig spokesperson. Mariah has been all over the press during the last 7 days including the cover of US Weekly where Carey talks how she ‘Got Her Body Back’. At 41 and the mother of twins, she looks terrific. Mariah’s weight has fluctuated […]
Continue readingHas Dr. Oz Gone Mad?
The other day I happened to be flipping through TV channels and came upon The Dr Oz Show. For the most part, I like Dr. Oz – I think he’s hip, current and above all he explains things to people in ways that are easily understandable. BUT I will tell you that this particular episode left […]
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