Encouraging mindfulness

Encouraging mindfulness

Pretty much every “diet” works through two, principal mechanisms: 1. Caloric restriction. 2. Mindfulness and enhanced mental engagement. And the balance of these mechanisms varies depending on the protocol. For example, intermittent fasting is less about...
Reflect, Refine and Recover

Reflect, Refine and Recover

Progress is not always linear. We all have days where we appear to “plateau” and can’t seem to add more weight or reps in a workout. And all too often, people rush to swap out movements—or even dump the entire program—presuming that a change is...
Stop majoring in the “minors”

Stop majoring in the “minors”

Stop majoring in the “minors.” Adults with jobs, kids, and responsibilities have FAR less time to devote to training. No big surprises there. Now, there are some VERY good bodybuilders that have made it happen—even with busy families—just by being...
What’s holding you back?

What’s holding you back?

Last year, I wrote about how Stallone’s performance in the movie Copland taught us a valuable lesson about body transformation. In the movie, Sly played an out-of-shape cop, and instead of just putting on a fat suit, he went full Method actor and gained over 40...
THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE IS COMING

THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE IS COMING

You can thank Daylight Savings Time. There are plenty of tips, hacks, and of course supplements that supposedly help with fat loss. Unfortunately, the overwhelming majority don’t do a damn thing—at least compared to the basics of calorie control, resistance and...
Hungry, or bored?

Hungry, or bored?

Are you hungry, or bored? Understanding the difference between hunger and cravings can help you make healthier choices and maintain a balanced diet. Hunger is the physical sensation of needing food, usually accompanied by symptoms such as stomach growling. Cravings,...