My “racing” season is about to hit full force and I am freaking out. Half-marathons, Spartan races etc… In the process I am going out for runs like I am packing for a 2 week vacation. This week it all came to a crashing halt and i began to realize the true spirit of running. […]
Personal Trainers Say the Darndest Things Part 2
Here is the second installment of me taking questions from trainers who are asking basic questions on Facebook. Credit to them that they care enough to reach out for help. Too bad they got bad answers to the questions. So I am stepping in to make things right. As time permits I will put the […]
Calories 101: Can you lose weight counting calories?
Calories are the theme for podcast #140. It is timely because this is February 28th. I have a funny feeling that a number of people who had great expectations for losing weight this year have given up. Don’t give up. Just try a different approach. Why should I listen to you about nutrition? I have […]
February Virtual Run Challenge
February Virtual Run Challenge The February Virtual Run Challenge has the coolest medal yet. Can I play cupid for a moment? Let me set up the perfect Valentines day for you. Sign yourself and your sweetie up for the Heart of Gold Virtual run. When you sign up, you can get the finisher’s medal delivered […]
I am Skinny and want to Gain Weight
I am Skinny and Want to Gain weight. What Do I Do? I don’t have access to weights, but I’m looking to gain muscle. People who want to lose weight don’t understand how painful it can be to be skinny and want to gain weight. This was a question I answered on Quora. It hits […]
What Are The Dangers of Crossfit?
What are Some of the Dangers of Crossfit? I recently received this question and the person deserves a fair and honest answer on how dangerous Crossfit is. Before I do that, let me make this statement. I like any discipline that uses barbells, kettlebells and other weights. That includes Crossfit. Crossfit has done a huge […]
What Happens If I Run After A Heavy Meal?
What happens if I run after a heavy meal? That’s actually a good question. We all take it for granted that we shouldn’t run. But what happens if we run after a heavy meal? 1. The Digestion issue The reason your Mom told you not to swim after you eat is based on […]
High Rep Push-ups: Do They Build Muscle?
Here is the question about push-ups as I answered it on Quora. I’ve been doing push-ups till I fail which is about 30 to 35 push-ups Will I see a muscle improvement overtime? I just had to jump in and help. There were some very sketchy answers. And I am being extremely kind when I use the […]
Why you need to push hard to build muscle.
Why you need to push hard to build muscle. Why can’t I do weenie workouts? Because you need to push hard to build muscle and make progress. Yes working out is hard. Training is painful but you will get used to it. You may even like it! So why do I ask my clients to give me […]
Monthly Fitness Challenge Q&A
M Factor Fitness Monthly Challenge Q&A Why Do A Monthly Fitness Challenge? There are 168 hours in a week. That is a lot of time. At best I see my clients 2-3 of those hours. What my clients do during the other hours I really don’t have control over. I assign homework but sometimes […]