Basics | Benefits | Risks | Coaching Advice | What to Eat | Diet Quiz In my experience, there are at least two types of vegans: Person #1: Their eyes twinkle, skin glows, and energy soars. They’re a walking, talking endorsement of 100 percent plant-based eating. Person #2: Tired and pale, they look as if…
The Basics | History | Carb Allowances | Benefits | Cons | How to Coach | Food List Many of us know at least one person—if not several—who swear by keto. We also know plenty who’ve said “it was awful.” Which makes it sound a lot like… ALL DIETS. So here’s the only question that matters:…
Forget willpower: Brain signals drive what, how, and when we eat. If you’re eating too much, here’s how to take back control. ++++ It’s no secret that obesity rates have been rising in the U.S. (and other industrialized nations) for the past 30 years. It’s also no secret that Americans eat more than they used to; by…
Are you an avid yogi or runner? Maybe you’re really into Zumba, cycling, rowing or Barre classes. It seems like there are endless options when it comes to fitness, and chances are, you might be interested in adding resistance training to your weekly routine. Resistance training has gained a lot of traction in recent years,…
While you can’t jump into a competitive kickboxing class without prior experience, plenty of fitness studios and martial arts gyms cater their kickboxing class to beginners to help you learn the basics and build a solid foundation to start reaping the benefits of the sport. Ready to start working out? Click here to skip ahead…
If you’ve found an exercise you love, chances are you do it at every training session—and that’s where cross-training comes in. While this repetition will improve your skill with that particular exercise, it also places you at risk for injury and posture problems. If that sounds familiar, you should consider adding cross-training to your program….
It’s Monday morning, and you are pumped and ready for your bootcamp class. A new client comes in and heads over to you. “Hi, I signed up for your bootcamp online, but I just want you to know I’m pregnant. Is that going to be OK with what you have planned? I might need to…
This Latin dance-inspired fitness class combines high-energy routines with aerobic exercise to create a fun and engaging workout for all levels. And the best part? You don’t need any rhythm, dance experience, or skills to get started. So, if you’re ready to see how this music-driven aerobic dance workout can boost your physical health and…
As a personal trainer I’ll cover everything you need to know about core training, including the many benefits, the myths, and the best core exercises for function, performance, and, yes—killer abs. Best Core Strength Exercises Core training for visible, well-developed abs often looks different than core training for performance, function, and injury prevention. Core Exercises…
I love hiking and yet I haven’t always. I grew up watching TV and eating microwave meals. I was raised by a single mom who worked long hours just to make sure I could have warm clothes to wear and our heat would turn on in the winter months. Little did I know, we lived…
