Here’s a simple, but very practical tip: If you’re planning to get up early and go to the gym, set out everything you’re going to need the night before and have it ready to go. If I’m training in the morning, I like to put out the clothes I’m going to wear to the gym.. Read more →

Kelly McGonigal, PhD and author of “The Willpower Instinct” says willpower is a response that comes from both the brain and the body. The willpower response is a reaction to an internal conflict. You want to do one thing, such as smoke a cigarette or supersize your lunch, but know you shouldn’t. Or you know.. Read more →

“Motivation leads to action, and action leads to more motivation. If you’re not motivated to do anything, do a little something anyway and start the ball rolling. Even the smallest positive step can begin to create positive momentum. Take that small step, feel the tiny wisp of motivation and momentum, and let it carry you.. Read more →

  One of my favorite on-plan sweet treats, and only 3 ingredients. 2 – 3 Tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (or whatever amount is on your plan, subbing this for one of your fat sources) 1 – 2 Tablespoons sugar-free syrup 1/2 – 1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (or you could use a small amount of.. Read more →

    Quick and easy way to cook chicken breasts in bulk. Throw 5-6 lbs of fresh chicken breasts into the crock pot. Cook on low temp for 4 hours, remove lid to shred chicken and add seasonings of your choice, then cook for an additional hour to allow shredded chicken to cook in seasoning.. Read more →

  What’s that? Your a competitor but you don’t look like a competitor in your offseason? While this is sadly COMMON in the competitive side of the fitness industry it should not be accepted as NORMAL or what SHOULD happen to your body. You can be certain that if you rebound so much that you.. Read more →