Earlier this week, something pretty cool happened. You can now have access to literally EVERY fitness program in the Beachbody On Demand library through the new Annual All-Access promotion. And it’s not just the programs you’ve purchased, as was the case with a normal On Demand subscription, nope – you get access to ALL fitness programs! […]
Would you be interested in an opportunity to win some cash…just for working out? Starting on January 9th 2016, you can participate in a Health Bet Challenge that Beachbody is hosting. Typically a health bet would require that you and some friends pay an entry fee of some amount and over the course of a pre-determined amount […]
Top Podcast Episodes Are you a listener of the Fit Men Movement podcast? If so, I really appreciate you showing your support to us! If not, I have put together a list of the top 5 episodes that I think you will really enjoy. They will also give you an idea of what kind of […]
If you workout on a regular/consistent basis, there is a pretty good chance that you have considered or you currently use a pre-workout supplement. They have gained in popularity over the years and a common question that I quite often get is; “What pre-workout supplement do you currently use?” Since 2009, when I first really […]
The internet is full of mis-information or information that is delivered with good intention, but is simply wrong. Here are a few of the most common fitness myths that I get questions from team members. Hopefully these will help you in reaching your health and fitness goals in the most effective manner possible. 1. I’m Working Out […]
After a full 10 days off from work where I spent time with the family enjoying vacation in Orlando FL, it’s time to get back at things! While in Florida, I put in A LOT of steps and I did manage to get in a few workouts. However, I used the time away to reset and […]
Energy balance is the biggest contributing factor to body weight. Energy Balance – Defined Energy balance is the relationship between energy expenditure (BMR, RMR, TEF, Exercise Activity, NEAT) and energy intake (food). This relationship between the amount of calories that we eat in the diet and the amount of energy burn in the body determines our bodyweight […]
Ready to Train Like a Spartan with the Spartacus Workout? This routine is one that I used to do quite often in the past but haven’t done that recently. I am upping my cardio over the next couple of weeks, so I decided to mix in this non-Beachbody routine to keep things fresh. I received […]
Calorie is king right…? Well, yes and no. Regardless of your goal understanding energy balance is key. Negative energy balance (burning more energy/calories than you consume) will facilitate weight loss, while a positive energy balance (burning less energy/calories than you consume) will promote weight gain. However, it is the breakdown of those calories that is just as, […]
What is The Master’s Hammer and Chisel? For the very first time, trainers Sagi Kalev and Autumn Calabrese have teamed up to create an expert program designed to help you craft a powerful, perfectly defined body. The Master’s Hammer and Chisel is an innovative resistance training system that incorporates three muscle-sculpting phases—Stabilization, Strength, and Power—or […]
I am probably in the minority here, but I love Monday’s! I can totally appreciate if you think I am crazy or giving you a bunch of BS, but it’s true. I assume just like you; the weekends are time to relax! You have the opportunity to enjoy the free time with your family, take […]
Hey – would you be interested in an opportunity to win some cash…just for working out? If so, keep reading! Starting in September 2016, you can participate in a Health Bet Challenge that Beachbody is hosting. Typically a health bet would require that you and some friends pay an entry fee of some amount and […]
This week, the annual Team Beachbody Coach Summit was held in Nashville, TN. I was a little bummed, because this was the first year since becoming a coach that I wasn’t at the Summit event. At Summit, there are tons of Beachbody related activities; Catching up with all of my coach friends! Getting inspired by […]
As some of you may or may not recall, I helped launch a new project in early May called the Fit Men Movement. We got off to a great start to our community and it continues to be a great resource for those that are involved. One of the things that we also started in […]
Apple The apple might just be the original 100 calorie snack! While apples are generally high in sugar (in the form of fructose), they are perfect in a pre and post workout setting, providing your body with a quick spike in insulin (blood sugar) to jump-start your workout or replenish depleted glycogen post-workout. Apples will […]
Who out there, has ever lost motivation? Have you felt like it’s not worth getting up early to workout, putting in time to prepare food etc? I hope you’re raising your hand. Because my hand is in the air. I know I personally had a problem with this and I was looking for a solution. […]
Every now and then, an opportunity comes along where you get to do something for the first time. A couple of friends of mine, Demetric Blyther and Ryan Harrison, produce a podcast; “The Fit Entrepreneurs”. On the podcast they discuss a wide range of topics, obviously fitness being one of them. I was honored when recently reached out […]
Main Struggle: Nutrition This was the constant theme that I have heard from an overwhelming number of people that I work with and provide free coaching. Knowing what foods to eat for their specific goals as well as finding a plan that they could stick to and still enjoy the food that they were eating. Performing a […]
For the past several weeks now, I have been working with a couple of other guys to start something that I feel is going to be unique and pretty special for those who decide to join. We wanted to create a community for guys to come together and support each other. This community is not just about fitness either, […]
If you have a “smartphone”, there’s a pretty good chance that you have downloaded an app or two that is geared towards some kind of health and fitness habit you have. A new app can be a great tool for helping you establish a new habit as well! There are tons of health and fitness […]
