Here is a simple tri-set for the lower body that can be done at home. It’s sure to get your thighs burning and help melt away the unwanted fat!
1. Reverse Lunge: Perform for 60 seconds and without resting move to exercise #2.
2. Lateral Lunge: Perform for 60 seconds and without resting move to exercise #3.
3. Squat: Perform for 60 seconds.
After completing the Squat, rest for 60 seconds and repeat the sequence two more times. Your legs will be begging for mercy! 
What I am about to share is pretty basic knowledge for those in the fitness industry. However, I realize not everyone who exercises (strength training specifically) puts in a decent amount of time educating themselves on how to go about it (hence the reason I have a job!). So, for those who are not up to speed on the training effect of a specific repetition bracket, let’s get you caught up.
First, what is a repetition? A repetition is the act of performing a given exercise. Take push-ups for example. When you lower yourself to the ground and push yourself back up, that is a repetition. Repetitions influence the adaptations you get from an exercise session. Generally speaking, the training effect for a given repetition bracket is as follows: (more…)
One thing that comes up quite frequently when discussing obesity and weight loss is the role our genetics plays. Most people are quick to point the finger and say, “It’s my genetics” or “it’s in the genes” when figuring out the determining factor in our weight issues. While some people may disagree with me, I’m telling you it’s not our genetics!
While genetic makeup may predispose you to being overweight, it is not the determining factor of whether or not you will become overweight. Genetics are heavily influenced by environmental factors (ie. diet & exercise). I think we can all agree that genetics have changed very little since the early 1900′s, yet incidence of obesity/overweight, and the chronic diseases which accompany it (ie. heart disease, diabetes, cancer, etc.), has skyrocketed! Why? Our nutrition (mainly) and exercise habits. (more…)
Many people believe that their lack of knowledge is what holds them back from reaching their fitness goals. While this is true to some extent, I find the number one reason for failure is the lack of consistent effort. You can have the most profound fitness plan at your disposal, but without putting forth a good effort on a consistent basis the plan is rendered useless.
Consistent Effort = Results
