1. You are eating more calories than you think. When you break down the goal of weight loss, it comes down to a very basic principal; burn more calories that you consume. That’s it! If you are eating more calories than you expend over the course of a day, YOU WILL GAIN WEIGHT! Of course, […]
3 Keys to Leading a Healthy Lifestyle [Infographic]
Good nutrition combined with physical activity are important parts of leading a healthy lifestyle, you diet can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases and promote your overall health. Exercise Regularly Get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes per week vigorous […]
Healthy Habits – What’s the One Thing?
There is no shortcut on the path to success, at least not long-term success. I have lost count to the number of times that I am asked by both friends and family; “What’s the quickest or easiest way for me to get fit? What’s the one thing I should do to get started?” While I […]
Are you Warming Up or Ramping Up?
Everybody has probably heard that; a proper warm-up before beginning any exercise routine is important, right? Almost every Beachbody workout has some form of a warm-up as part of the daily routine. Some more extensive and intense than others, but in general you expect that is some kind of warm-up period. However, that type of warm-up […]
Rise and Shine – Benefits of Working Out in the Morning
I have always been a morning person, even as a young kid. I can totaly appreciate and understand that some of you just simply are not and never will be able to be morning peeps. However, there is a lot to be said about waking up early and kick-starting your day with an awesome workout! […]
At Home Workout Gift Guide for 2016
The frenzied holiday shopping season may have already begun in your household. It seems to come earlier and earlier every year! So…what to get that fitness junkie on your list? Or maybe you know someone that simply wants to get started, but hasn’t yet taken the leap? Perhaps, it is you who want to add […]
Core De Force – Sneak Peek – Win $1500!
Core De Force is the explosive mixed martial arts-inspired total body workout designed to blast fat and carves your waist in just 30 days (with no equipment) brought to you by our newest Super Trainers, Jowl Freeman and Jericho McMatthews. The fitness and nutrition program features MMA moves and techniques from Muay Thai, kickboxing and […]
How To Incorporate the Landmine Into Your Workout – 6 Different Ways
Take your core training to new extremes with the Landmine. Just slip the solid steel post into a weight plate and insert your landmine bar into the sleeve. The joint has full range motion to accommodate a wide variety of core and rotational exercises giving you some really challenging, but fun workouts. Increase mobility Improve your […]
I Work Full Time and Have 4 Kids – This Is How I Make Workouts Happen
You’re busy…I get it! Very few people are truly as busy as they think they are or try to convey to others. You may feel like there simply isn’t enough time in the day to get it all done, until you catch a glimpse into the hectic schedule of someone who is REALLY BUSY. Check out the […]
The Fit Entrepreneurs Podcast
Every now and then, an opportunity comes along where you get to do something for the first time. A couple of friends of mine, Demetric Blyther and Ryan Harrison, produce a podcast; “The Fit Entrepreneurs”. On the podcast they discuss a wide range of topics, obviously fitness being one of them. I was honored when recently reached out […]
What makes muscles grow?
We have over 600 muscles in our bodies that help bind us together, hold us up, and help us move. Your muscles also need your constant attention, because the way you treat them on a daily basis determines whether they will wither or grow. Jeffrey Siegel illustrates how a good mix of sleep, nutrition and […]
Monday Motivation…On a Tuesday!
It’s Motivation Monday! errr…Tuesday! Yesterday was a day off for me (President’s Day), so while I intended to get this out to all of you yesterday, it slipped… No matter – any day of the week is a good day to send some motivation your way. We are past the half way point of February – […]
Workout for 22 Minutes & Win $1000 Before the Big Game!
Got plans for the “big game”? How about knocking out a quick 22 minute workout this Sunday before the festivities get under way and have a chance at winning $1000? This Sunday, February 7th you will get the opportunity to access a sneak peek workout from 22 Minute Hard Corps – the newest workout from […]
6 Recipes to Enjoy the New Café Latte Shakeology
The 7th flavor in the Shakeology family, Café Latte, is now available (currently US only)! The highly anticipated flavor for all the coffee lovers has the same protein blend and contains the same healthy ingredients you have come to love and expect from Shakeology. This new flavor is made with whole coffee fruit, which is indigenous […]
Gift Guide: 5 Fitness Gift Ideas for Women
The holiday season is here and if you are like me, you are probably still scrambling to find a gift for your wife, girlfriend or that fitness-minded women in your life. With that in mind, I have put together a list of gift ideas to help you out! Check out the list below and leave […]
The Top 11 Questions About Hammer and Chisel
One of the most anticipating fitness programs that Beachbody has ever released is less than two weeks from launch! As we get close to that official launch date of 12/1/2015, there are a number of questions that are coming up. I have taken the top 11 and given you the answers. Why 11? Because I […]
Will Power versus Why Power
We all have heard of Will Power right? It’s that phrase that so many of us have used to rely upon when we want to make a change in our lives. Here we are specifically talking about a change from a health and fitness perspective, but my point will apply to ANYTHING in your life […]
Beachbody On Demand Virtual Tour
Want to see what the Beachbody On Demand service has to offer? Over the weekend, I recorded a complete walk through so that you could do just that! With this tour, you will get a glimpse of all of the workouts and features that are available once you sign up for the service. If you […]
How is Master’s Hammer and Chisel different?
I know you are probably asking how Master’s Hammer and Chisel is different then other Beachbody workouts. Hammer and Chisel Details Trainers: Autumn Calabrese & Sagi Kalev Program Length: 60 Days Workout Length: 30-40 minutes Base Kit Price: $89.95 Release Date: Early December 2015 Hammer and Chisel Test Group Results Just as with any Beachbody […]
Slow Cooker Healthy Chicken Fajitas
Healthy Chicken Fajitas Made Easy Looking for a great tasting, but easy fajita recipe? Look no further! This is a super-simple recipe that you can try the next time you are in the mood for fajitas, but aren’t able to commit a lot of time to prep. Despite the minimal prep time, these fajitas came […]