Which is worse: having no goal or having a dumb goal? Ever think about that? Do goals stress you out? They would really be a huge waste of time except for the fact that they work. Unless they are dumb goals and that is the reason for this post. Some people have an odd nebulous […]
Post 93: Mindset: Do I Have What It Takes To Get You In Shape?
Do I have what it takes to get you in shape? The idea of this blog comes from Natalie Sisson of the Suitcase Entrepreneur. I am taking part in the 30 day blog challenge. Why? Well because this blog has been patchy and sporadic at best and I need to get better at it. So […]
Post 91: Be Wary Of Anything That Is Too Complicated
“Be Wary of anything that seems too complicated. Be More Wary of anyone making something simple more complicated.” Wise words and I wish I knew who said them first. What I do know is that for most people out there and by most I mean 90-95% getting in shape is pretty basic. I realize […]
Post 90: Introduction to M Factor Fitness and Nutrition
Why in the world do you need to look at another fitness blog, especially this one? Because in a world of cookie cutter blogs and follow the leader mentality, maybe you want a second opinion and some fresh ideas. This is why I created M Factor Fitness and Nutrition. My clients range from 35 to […]
Post 89: What Kind of Personal Trainer Are You?
Anybody want to know a little bit more about my training style and Philosophy? Here is an interview I did a long time ago for a website a while back. I just stumbled across it and I think it gives some pretty good insight to where I am coming from as a trainer. Enjoy, 1. […]
Post 88: 7 Surprising Sources of Running Injuries
A good article on the 7 Surprising Sources of Running Injuries. One of my clients sent me this article last week. Here is the original link. What I wanted to do is reprint the article here and add my comments in red. Enjoy 7 Surprising Sources of Running Injuries And how to keep them from cutting […]
Post 87: The Worst Meal in America
This blog post may make you ill: The Worst Meal in America How bad could it possibly be? Oh, it is pretty bad. Holy crap, I had no idea this was still going on! I know I seem to be telling people to avoid certain foods all the time but trans fats have to rank […]
Post 86: Who Wants to Burn Fat All Morning Without Exercising?
Who wants to burn fat all morning without exercising? This is a simple way to have more energy, burn fat and keep your focus. I am absolutely convinced that the first two meals of the day are your important ones. I have been experimenting with this for years. Believe me on this one, if […]
Post 85: Fat is Your Friend
There I said it and I stand by it. Fat is indeed your friend. We owe our existence to the fact that our bodies have learned to convert excess calories to fat. It all starts back here. caveman diet How often do you think this guy ate? How many calories did he expend in search […]
Post 84: Foods In The U.S. That Are Banned In Other Countries Part 2
Egad, I thought we went through this last week. Here is another list for you. Sorry to be a buzz kill but you need to know this stuff. Will it keep me from eating ribs? I will take my chances on that one. But I try to make sure my body is ready to […]