The IDEA World Convention, which just occurred in Los Angeles, is one of the largest fitness industry events where personal trainers and group fitness instructors gather to receive continuing education, participate in workouts led by some of the industry’s most popular instructors and connect with other like-minded professionals. Whether you are a seasoned personal trainer with … [Read more...]
6 Ways Exercise Can Change the Way you Feel
Have you ever had one of those days where you feel like you're not firing on all cylinders? You hit every traffic light, you get stuck behind the one person who has never been to Starbucks and needs to ask about the difference between a latte and a cafe mocha. And despite your usual sunny and charming disposition you feel like 'meh.' Even with a positive outlook of always … [Read more...]
‘Performance Enhancing Drugs’ SHOULD be Legal – A Rant
Okay, I'm going to go out on a limb here and make the case for performance enhancing drugs aka anabolic steroids aka stuff your body produces naturally. The big question is: Why can I (as a 40-something year old guy) take testosterone (T) legally but pro athletes can NOT? This is a hot topic for me b/c I can't enjoy a game or sports show on radio, podcast or TV without … [Read more...]
3 MORE ways that Exercise is the Fountain of Youth
Part 2 Three more ways that exercise is the fountain of youth. What do Wilford Brimley and Bradd Pitt have in common? When Brimley shot Cocoon in the early 80s, he was 50. When Brad shot World War Z he was 49. That’s right, they were almost the same age when they filmed their respective movies. Who would you rather look like when you’re 50? Brad or Wilfred? The right … [Read more...]
3 Ways Exercise is the Fountain of Youth, Pt. 1
Exercise is THE Fountain of Youth; part I Mark Twain said, “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” Let’s face it, growing older is inevitable. Rather than simply sitting back and letting the aging process take its toll, exercise can reduce the effects of aging and actually be the secret to the ever elusive fountain of youth. Here are … [Read more...]