Clean Eating Versus IIFYM

If you’ve spent any time purusing popular fitness websites, magazines, or social media sites, you may have witnessed the sparring match between two distinct fitness and nutrition “camps.” Fans of each nutrition philosophy are extremely dedicated (and vocal), frequently sparking heated debates ( or all out wars). So, what’s all the fuss about? Many clients…
Seven Weight Loss Road Blocks

“I’ve tried EVERYTHING, and I still can’t seem to lose any weight!” My exasperated client was sitting in my office, on the verge of tears. We’d been working together once per week for about a month, and she was very frustrated. She’d been struggling with her weight for a few years and just felt like…
10 Ugly Truths About Personal Trainers

What’s your idea of a “typical” personal trainer? Do you conjure images of a sculpted, statuesque Greek god or goddess with chiseled abs? Or an empty-headed muscle jock scoping out the girls in the gym while their client struggles to complete a set of bench press? Or a drill sergeant screaming in your face a…
Common Fat Loss Myths…Busted!

Some fat loss myths just won’t die. I’ve been involved in the fitness industry for over 20 years as an athlete, trainer and coach, and for some reason, certain myths persist. On Friday, April 17th I had the opportunity to visit the set of Colorado’s Best show here in Denver to help de-bunk my top…
How to Stop Dieting

What thoughts or images come to mind when you think of the concept of “dieting?” Maybe you think of massive suffering, restriction, and deprivation. Maybe you remember the times you’ve tried to follow this- or- that diet, and failed. Maybe you remember how you gained back more weight after the diet than you originally set…
Recipe Review: Turkey Stuffed Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Yes, I make New Year’s Resolutions, but they’re not of the traditional “ I resolve to lose weight” or “ I want to read more” variety. My resolutions have to do with enhancing my life and the lives of those around me. This year I’ve made two resolutions: 1). To be the “Captain of Fun”…