Category: Calories

A lot of people don’t believe you can get a good workout in only 30 minutes, but typically this is all of the time I have to exercise between clients.  The trick is to have a plan,...

Metabolism  involves a complex network of hormones and enzymes that not only convert food into fuel but also affect how efficiently you burn that fuel. Well, that’s the textbook definition.  Most of us think of...

  Wow, 2011!  So it is January, that time of year when almost everyone is thinking about losing weight, or at least getting healthier.  Successful weight management is a long-term challenge, but it is possible. ...

  Every now and then I like to share some information from the latest exercise studies.  Use these advanced training techniques to avoid boredom and get better results from your workout.   Interval training is...

I have to start by saying that I am not the best at learning how to operate complicated gadgets, so I was a little hesitant about purchasing a fancy new watch/stopwatch/heart rate monitor for fear that...

Recently, there have been conflicting headlines in the media about how long you should exercise.  One study suggested that 20 minutes of interval exercise may be all you need, while another stated that women should...

Although most doctors use BMI (Body Mass Index) for measuring how physically fit a patient is, it is not the most reliable indicator of how healthy you actually are.  According to Runner’s World, “healthy BMI...

If you are like me, no matter what your best intentions are before the holidays, the slew of cocktail parties always seems to throw your healthy eating plans out the window.  How does one graciously attend 6...

Obviously as a personal trainer I believe that regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your body. However, if weight loss is your main goal, don’t  think that just because...