Lift Like a Girl: Be More, Not Less
You probably know the feeling. You step on the scale hoping to see a smaller number than last time; but it didn't budge, or worse yet, it increased. Immediately you feel deflated. Upset. Confused. "Why didn't the number go down?" you ask in dismay. I've been there and done that. My mood for the entire day would be affected by the number on the scale. And that really sucked. We've discussed …
[Read more...] about The Weight on the Barbell is Important – Not the Scale
Being kind and sugar-coating things doesn't always get the point across when talking strength training, nutrition, and definitely fat loss. So today, I'm going to be politically incorrect, because the other way isn't getting through to some people. It's time for tough love. You've been warned. "I'm just not losing fat that I think I should. I'm really determined to get rid of this flab on my …
[Read more...] about Politically Incorrect Fat Loss – How to Finally Lose Fat
“If you want to lose body fat, you have to eat this way and you have to workout this way.” “If you want to build muscle, you have to eat this way and you have to train this way.” The fitness and nutrition world is an interesting place. The latest and greatest fad surfaces on a frequent basis with high promises of allowing you to “finally lose the weight”, or “build muscle”, or whatever desire …
[Read more...] about The Reason You May Not be Getting Results & What to do about It
I promote training for performance as a great way to achieve a healthier, stronger, and leaner physique. I encourage individuals to stop thinking about fat loss, even if that's their primary goal, and instead focus on getting stronger or improving their performance with their workouts. Now, I understand that some people just want to know how to achieve fat loss in the simplest, and easiest, way …
[Read more...] about The 10 Commandments for Simple Fat Loss
I love my crock pot (or slow cooker, if you prefer). It's perfect for those busy days that you don't want to spend time cooking a meal. Plus, after you eat, you only have a single dish to clean. Win-win, baby. Ah, the joys of opening the door to your home and being greeted with the aroma of slow cooked, crock pot cherry pork tenderloin. It's an intoxicating smell, really. Once you get a whiff of …
Last week you were presented with Part 1 of Beautiful Badass Pillars - The Sane and Simple Way to Build a Better Body. If you haven't checked that out yet, I highly recommend you do so before continuing with Part 2. Here are the remaining seven Beautiful Badass Pillars. 8. Use Eating Patterns that Work for YOU I’m a huge advocate of doing what works best for you, and what fits your personality …
[Read more...] about Beautiful Badass Pillars – The Sane & Simple Way to Build a Better Body Part 2
Want something quick and simple, requires only two ingredients, is high in protein, low in sugar, and tastes like cheesecake? If yes, then you're gonna love me. Behold: the cheesecake bowl! You only need two ingredients and you'll have a yummy bowl that tastes some-what like cheesecake. Plus, it's high in protein (about 43-48 grams, depending on the protein powder you use) and very low in sugar. …
I truly despise dieting. Allow me to rephrase that – I despise the notion that you must starve, be miserable, and exist in a general state of deprivation, all in the name of losing body fat. I also don't like strict rules or guidelines because they clash with my personality. You'll know what I mean if you read My Battle with Disordered Eating a while back. I don't like spending much time …
