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Why the Numbers on the Scale Are Not That Important One of the most common reasons people start an exercise routine is to shed off unwanted pounds, reduce the number on the scale. As I discussed in my last post,...
The Correct Weight Training and Exercise Repetitions   A full range repetition should be taken through the complete range of joint movement in a slow controlled manner, if the weight is so heavy so you have to jerk it bounce...
Fueling your workout! Have you ever had a day exercising where you just have zero energy? No matter how bad you want to workout you just don’t have it in you. You will try and try but you just seem...
High Intensity Training Interview of Dwayne Wimmer by Dave Durell of High Intensity Nation I have to thank Dave Durell for taking the time to interview me on the topic of High Intensity Training for his web site High Intensity Nation.  Dave...
Flexibility and Strength Training Many people believe that strength training decreases flexibility. Actually, a well rounded program of progressive resistance exercise is likely to increase flexibility beyond normal ranges, when the movements are carried through a complete Range Of Motion...
Valsalva Maneuver and Breathing During Strength Training Breathing while working out you would think would come natural, but it does not. Must of us hold our breath during strength training or heavy exertion which is called Valsalva maneuver. The Valsalva...
UNDERSTANDING BASIC NUTRITION FOR WEIGHT LOSS – Part I What does the word “diet” mean to you?  If you’re like most people, you think that a diet is something you go on to lose weight.  I’m going to demand that...
The Fight Against Childhood Obesity Enters the School Cafeteria Love or hate the idea of another no-nonsense Brit telling Americans how it’s done—this time telling cafeteria workers how to prepare a healthy school lunch—the ABC reality series “Jamie Oliver’s Food...
Top 25 Superfoods Here’s a list of my top 25 foods that taste great and provide an abundance of nutrients sans preservatives, saturated and trans fat, and sodium. Many more foods could just as easily have made it on this...
3 Mood-Boosting Secrets for Better Health Looking for ways to brighten your mood — that won’t mess with your health? You’re in luck. Whether you’re feeling a little blue or worried, stressed-out or snarly, there are plenty of ways to...