Month: November 2017

Real Fitness Begets More Fitness

I realize the title of this may sound obvious – in the sense that I’m not telling you anything you don’t already know. It’s like if I said, “Smoking cigarettes can cause lung cancer.” Not exactly a breaking news headline, but sometimes it’s good to hear a message in a slightly different way. I’ve spoken…

What’s Your Excuse?

We all have them. What’s yours? I’ve heard just about every single one in the book. I’ve probably also given just about every single one in the book. Then, after I finished my list, I realized I had run out, and it was time to run in. I hope that’s where you are – or…

The Metabolism Myth

We’ve all said it to provide ourselves with another excuse as to why our bodies haven’t changed. If enough people have said it, then it must have gained some momentum by working for some people, right? Correct. The metabolism myth started with one of the two groups that have done more damage than anyone to…

Sleep and Weight Loss

I generally feel like I shouldn’t have to convince adults that they should sleep more. I can’t think of many things I would rather do than catch up on sleep. But, I will often hear people tell me that they just don’t have time to sleep more. Well, if you’re concerned with your physical appearance…

The Energy Balance Myth

Calories. Calories. Calories. There have been hundreds and thousands of recommendations towards what to eat, but something I feel people have always clung to, no matter what, is the idea of calories in MUST be less than calories out if we want to “lose” weight. I have to say though, with so many people who…