Forty – that’s where society generally sets the bar for the onset of “maturity.” Athletic ability, recovery and more start to slide a bit after the mid 30’s to 40’s. Things in general just don’t seem to work as well as they used to. You can accept it or fight back. I opt for the latter! Read on to get…
Here’s a cool article I summarized from Jerry Brainum. Many supplements can become particularly useful as you age. A condition called sarcopenia become more prevalent past the age of 50. Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle with age and is more prevalent in those who do not exercise on a regular basis. Some estimates state that up to 90% of…
There are many factors to consider when putting together a workout routine, like what exercises you’re going to do, how much weight, the speed of the reps, and the number of sets. However, one of the biggest factors is often the most overlooked – rest periods. How long you rest determines a lot of the effectiveness of your program. Here’s…
Energy Balls! No not the blue glowing rocks you might see in an Avengers movie, but rather a healthy and filling snack option, just in time for cool weather. Energy balls, or fat/protein balls, are a simple snack that are easily made and customized to your palate. Most offer a combination of protein, healthy fats and carbs that will give…
Just as you must properly prepare for a hike, you also have to prepare for a lifestyle change. The nutrition plan in this book will provide lots of solid concise information to change your lifestyle and to change your body. However you must be disciplined and follow the steps and commit yourself to the process. It only takes 30 days…
If you have been reading my blog, you are well aware of the numerous benefits of strength training. This training is centered on the principal of muscle hypertrophy, which means muscle growth. Without hypertrophy there is no change in body composition. The goal of working out, specifically with strength training, is to improve body composition, i.e. how we look- less…
Besides speaking with your doctor, here are a few things that you can do to pick the right supplements: Research products It’s important that you do your research before using any supplements. The Internet is a great tool that can help you easily separate the helpful products from the harmful ones. Just be sure to look for information on reputable…
We all have those days where you just don’t feel like hitting the gym or working out at all. The key is to set a routine and stay consistent with it. Often the missing piece is basic motivation and proper goals to push you forward. #1 Time savers Probably the number one excuse for lack of any sort of training…
Getting bigger and stronger is a pretty simple process conceptually. You train, you disrupt homeostasis in a variety of ways (metabolically, structurally, neurally, etc.), you recover from training, and you wind up a little more jacked and a little stronger so your body is better equipped to meet the “threat” of training the next time you hit the gym. Most…
We all know how important mitochondria are. They are the powerhouses of our cells and they are responsible for energy production and metabolic optimization. The link between mitochondrial dysfunction and chronic disease is becoming stronger every day. How many people do you know have some type of chronic disease such as diabetes, high blood pressure, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, thyroid disease,…
