As part of my boot camp program, I recommend all my clients track their nutrition intake using an online tracker or mobile app. Aside from the obvious benefits of knowing how many calories you’re consuming etc., the knowledge and understanding of nutrition you gain from doing so is invaluable. It’s a tedious thing to do, no doubt. But it is well worth the effort.
So what about tracking caloric expenditure of exercise? (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
