You know the ol’ saying… “the two things you can’t avoid in life are death and taxes!” Well it’s that time of year again- tax season! And if you’re like many folks you may feel increased stress around this time of year. But you owe it to yourself to keep your stress under control as [...]
I was a guest expert on FOX 23 News last week discussing how to stay cool and hydrated while running outside and how to properly cool down after your run. Several training clients and other people who know me asked me “Clint I thought you were against running so why are you giving tips about [...]
Did you know that about 31.4 percent of our state’s residents are obese, and this extra weight increases their risk for heart disease, diabetes, several forms of cancer, and other serious medical conditions? Obesity rates are nothing new, so why are we bringing this issue up now? There is a good reason: March is the [...]
By: David Haas Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance Guest Blogger Living with cancer can often be trying and difficult. Treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy, often interfere with patients’ quality of life, and can decrease energy, appetite, body function and mood. Thankfully, many patients can improve the symptoms of cancer and the side effects of treatment with [...]
We all know that a good exercise program brings you improved health, looks, energy, and much more! Here are some great tips to help you get started and keep you on track: Tip #1: Schedule It To stay consistent you have to figure out the best time to workout that fits your schedule and when [...]
Let’s face it- everyone wants a flat, rock-hard, sexy midsection. But no amount of crunches or sit-ups seems to get the job done. For years now we’ve been conditioned to think that the best way to work your abs is by doing crunches and sit-ups. All the research now shows that these are actually the [...]
When it comes to weight gain we’ve all heard warnings about the dreaded “freshman 15.” But is it true that students really pack on 15 pounds during their first year at school? Recent studies show that most students do gain an average of 3 to 10 pounds during their first 2 years of college, with [...]
Did you know that your daily commute could impact your health? That’s the message of a recently released University of Illinois study that links frequent car use with the climbing obesity rates in this country. There is no doubt that we are a car-centric society. We drive everywhere, even distances that could be easily reached [...]
Take a quick second and let these words from Jim Rohn sink in… “Success is neither magical or mysterious. Success is the natural consequence of consistently applying basic fundamentals.” Do you know the most fundamental aspect of successful weight loss and body transformation? It’s the creation and implementation of a proper plan and staying consistent [...]