Just Do It
One sure way to overcome procrastination is to just do it, like the Nike campaign states. Its human nature to put things off, especially things that you’re not crazy about doing.
30 Days to Develop a Good Habit
A woman that recently emailed me inquiring about a fitness routine inspired this column. Like a lot of people, she’s finding it difficult to get into a routine, and even more so to continue enjoying it after the initial excitement wears off.
The Analogy Body Weight to Metal
I seem to be constantly struggling to change how the majority of the population views body weight. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard something along the lines of “I’ve dropped two pant sizes but I haven’t lost any weight...”
Train Smart
While some injuries we have no control over, many others we can do something about simply by preparing well. By that I mean...
Don’t Forget the Basics – Vitamins, Fuel and Sleep
A lot of you out there reading this may be exercising regularly and working hard to stay healthy, but at the same time not taking the simple, but often over-looked steps to help you on your journey...
Feeling Less than 100%
The string of people I know suffering from summer colds as well as persistent injuries influenced this column. Hopefully this will lend some insight into your ailment
Get Outside to Exercise!
If some of you find it difficult to get motivated to workout, maybe you need to try a different approach. Rather than spend these nice days in a gym, try mixing it up by getting out in the fresh air...
Resistance Training to Build Muscle
Resistance training can consist of lifting free weights, like dumbbells and barbells; weight training machines; resistance bands; or body weight exercises, like push-ups and sit-ups...
Maintaining Your Mental and Emotional Health
With everything that is going on the world, it may seem that our day-to-day lives are no longer as important as they once were. Or it may even seem selfish to think that our daily activities are even worthy of mentioning. But I truly believe that it is our duty as Americans...
Consistency is Number One
As you may have discovered for yourself, sticking with an exercise program long enough to make it an actual habit can be difficult, to say the least. While hopefully most of you reading this are either currently exercising or planning to start...