Is Cardiovascular Exercise Necessary For Burning Fat?

The short answer: sometimes. I know, who wants to hear that? Let me explain. Anyone looking to lose body fat can do so simply through a calorie deficit i.e. consuming less calories than you expend over a period of time. However, if your calories are already very low cardio can increase that deficit without dropping …

Why ‘No Pain, No Gain’ Could Be Hurting Your Progress

My gym has this motivational phrase plastered along the walls ‘No Pain, No Gain’. I’m sure you’ve seen it along a wall or two as well. Along with this being a typical ‘gym-bro’ mentality it puts forth the idea that you can’t achieve your goals without some level of discomfort. The truth to that lies …

I Messed Up My Diet! Now What?

If you haven’t read my previous post already then I suggest you head on over and give it a gander (who even says that anymore? ugh). We talk about the beauty of 80/20 and how it can be the shiny silver lining to a diet. However, here’s another take on it. Do you ever find …

Why Dieting Doesn’t Have to Be Insufferable (The Beauty of 80/20)

Do you want to know the # 1 secret for why some people are successful with diets and why others fail? Adherence. It’s really that simple. If you can’t stick to a diet, you’re less likely to see the results you want. Most people often search for shortcuts because really, all they want is quick …

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