There is a lot of talk about scales in the fitness world and often they’ve come to be demonized or are thought to have no value at all. The reality though, is that there is nothing wrong with having a scale or using it to measure your weight provided that you are able to remember.. Read more →

When setting up for a conventional or sumo deadlift, the bar should be at a height where you can maintain the natural arch in your lower back (otherwise known as a neutral spine). If you’re not able to do this with the weight you have on the bar you should elevate the bar either by.. Read more →

Far too many times I’ve spoken to people who are making perfectly good progress on intelligently structured programs (or are even under the guidance of a good coach/trainer) and they’re asking me if I’ve heard of this diet or that one or if they should change this or that. So listen up because this is.. Read more →

Contentment is not a lack of ambition. It’s not a lack of goals. Contentment means your happiness doesn’t depend on your circumstances. How do you eliminate discontent? You eliminate the cause: comparing. We compare everything in this country — lawns, cars, husbands and wives, clothes, the education of our kids (we even put “My kid.. Read more →

Several of you asked me yesterday what kind of doctor I recommend to read your labs or who can order them for you. The answer is that there is no right kind of doctor. It just depends. Different doctors specialize in different things. Sometimes just your family doctor will be very helpful, especially if you.. Read more →

For some families, the holidays are a time to partake in creating fun treats with the kids. Just because you are following a diet plan does not mean that you have to miss out on the holiday festivities, you just may need to be more selective when it comes to indulgences. Post workout is a.. Read more →