Vacation Workouts

Vacation Workouts

Working out on vacation is a hot topic pretty much every July/August. It’s also a source of considerable anxiety. I’ve known people who stress so much about training on their summer holiday that they turn vacations upside down just to find a gym. Or worse, they...
Two diet challenges for you

Two diet challenges for you

There are many diet and exercise “challenges” out there. Most are directed at attracting newbies, which might actually be counterproductive: isn’t the process (not to mention life) already challenging enough? Instead of simply railing against the concept of a...

You owe yourself this

The Pittsburgh Steelers were on defense in a comfortable 3rd and long. But Troy Polamalu whiffs on a tackle, resulting in a fresh set of downs for the opposition. Coach Cowher wasn’t happy. The camera zoomed in on that famous snarl, but this time Cowher is...
Confidence, the Weight Scale and Fat loss

Confidence, the Weight Scale and Fat loss

Confidence is a big part of successful fat loss. While the basic physiological tenets, such as a sustained calorie deficit, HAVE to be in line, a So-So Plan that you believe in 100% will be more successful than The Perfect Plan that you just don’t think is good enough...

Losing Fat Is Simple, Just Not Easy

Losing fat is very simple. Just not easy. The mechanics of fat loss can be taught in under an hour (sustaining a calorie deficit, eating enough protein, regular weight training), and yet it’s still so damn hard for most people to pull off consistently. The...