Four parts of the fat loss process

Four parts of the fat loss process

A new client set a goal to be photo-lean by Halloween. Lets just say things aren’t going well. Now I never say “I told you so” but in this instance I sure wanted to. Because back when she told me her goal, she also mentioned a 3 week European summer...
The invaluable lessons of tracking macros

The invaluable lessons of tracking macros

Whenever possible I ask clients to track daily macros. It’s highly effective for getting in shape, is easy to report, requires engagement to do right, and demands accountability. It also leads to a few precious “aha” moments: “I can’t...
3rd Annual Silverback Summit

3rd Annual Silverback Summit

Got anything planned for mid-November? I sure do. And you should join me! For the third year, Ali Gilbert, the “Queen of Men’s Health” and one of my favorite people in the health & fitness space, is hosting the Silverback Summit—the ultimate event for...
I’m 51. Will I have enough time?

I’m 51. Will I have enough time?

Here’s my 7 year-old son and me, right before he started second grade. I’m 51, so you could say I showed up late to the Dad game. I’ve never suffered from any standard old-dad anxieties. I couldn’t care less if I’m the oldest Dad at the park or get mistaken for...
Flexibility in diet and programming

Flexibility in diet and programming

A big reason flexible dieting works is that it dramatically reduces stress. All food is now suddenly fair game. More importantly, from a practicality and sustainability perspective, on-the-fly changes, travel modifications, and restaurant meals become SO much...