Protein/Carbs/Fat . . . Our Macronutrients

Featured Contributor and local Phoenix Coach Jim Grieco explains the differences between protein, carbs and fat and how each can help (or hurt) your fitness progress.  Jim and I are big proponents of The Primal Blueprint.  The reason is that it works.  Find more information about that below.  Find more information on Jim at his… [Continue Reading]

Pharmacies vs. Health Food Stores

Another great article from contributor Marvin Manzano from his blog LA Fit Club. Pharmacies vs. Health Food Stores One of my Favorite Articles – Please Read and Share Picture by Mike Adams www.NaturalNews.com (NaturalNews) The drug industry is constantly trying to convince you that drugs are good for your health while nutritional supplements and healthy… [Continue Reading]

Tips for Heathy Eating at Fast Food Restaurants

Featured Contributing Coach Mary Duke provides insight on how to eat at fast food restaurants.  Read the article below and check out Dennis and Mary at their blog The Journey for Life and Health. Tips for Heathy Eating at Fast Food Restaurants August 2, 2010 By Mary Duke Make careful menu selections – pay attention… [Continue Reading]

Stressed is “Desserts” spelled Backwards…

The latest post from Featured Contributing Coach Marvin Manzano.  Check out Marvin’s blog at http://lafitclub.blogspot.com/. Stressed is “Desserts” spelled Backwards… Research has demonstrated that stress can contribute to the build-up of body fat as a result of stress’s effect on hormonal secretion and its physiological consequences. Explain Please!: Cortisol sets off an increased rush of… [Continue Reading]

P90X Results & Recovery Formula Sample Program

One of the products that I use nearly every day is the P90X Results & Recovery Formula.  In this video, I explain why Recovery Formula an important aspect of my nutritional approach.  I also discuss how to obtain a sample of this product from us.  CLICK HERE to contact us and we’ll send you some… [Continue Reading]

Shakeology Dissected Part V – The Doctors’ Opinion

I’ve been blogging a lot about Shakeology lately.  We are even offering free samples of this outstanding product (CLICK HERE FOR INFO). I’ve been taking Shakeology for a little over a year and my health and fitness has improved dramatically.  But don’t take my word for it. Recently, Beachbody asked a series of Doctors to… [Continue Reading]

Shakeology Dissected Part IV – Adaptogens

The term adaptogen is used by herbalists to refer to a natural herb product that is proposed to increase the body’s resistance to stress, trauma, anxiety and fatigue. In the past, they have been called rejuvenating herbs, qi tonics, rasayanas, or restoratives. All adaptogens contain antioxidants, but antioxidants are not necessarily adaptogens and they do… [Continue Reading]

Tony Horton’s One on One & Shakeology – April Special

Beachbody is at it again with another promotion for Tony Horton’s One on One series.  Tony’s circuit of 100 jump rope sets, 30 crunches and 20 push up moves comprises the latest One on One entitled 100/30/20.  Here’s the preview. In March Beachbody offered new subscribers to the One on One series their first DVD… [Continue Reading]

Healthy Eating Tips for Success

Happy Easter everyone! Here’s a video discussing my thoughts on nutrition and what works for me.  Everyone needs to tailor their nutrition plan to their fitness goals, but these are some general rules that I think work. Here is the text I’m discussing in the video.  Eat well everyone. A lot of people ask me… [Continue Reading]

A Quick Way to Prevent Diabetes with Fitness

What effect does exercise have on glucose levels? It is quite easy to manage diabetes when you incorporate a program for exercise in your daily routine. Such exercises have been shown to have positive effects for people who are suffering from diabetes, especially those who have low glucose levels. One example is exercise being able… [Continue Reading]