Nutrition & Training

IIFYM and Flexible Dieting In today's fit savvy world, you may hear a lot about flexible dieting or “If It Fits Your Macros” (IIFYM). To some, this means eating whatever you want within your assigned macros; protein, carbs and fats. You have probably seen post after...

Does Alcohol Affect Fat Loss? In today’s day and age, alcohol has become some what of a staple in social gatherings. A way to let loose, unwind and escape reality. Most of us are aware of the addictive qualities of alcohol and the detrimental effects it...

How to Train for Your Goals   If you’re new to the fitness scene, chances are you have shied away from the weight room simply because you don’t want to “look stupid” or have “no idea what you’re doing” or some variation of that. Or maybe you...

Weight Loss versus Fat Loss   In today’s world of fad diets and get ripped quick schemes, there seems to be a very hazy line between weight loss and fat loss. Many diets actually use the two synonymously and while you may lose weight as a result...

Cellulite: All About Those Butt Dimples What is it? Those annoying and oh so flattering dimples that as women, we most likely have experience with. Chances are you find your skin puckers in this way most commonly around the thighs and buttocks. And you’ve probably also heard...

How to Maximize Your Energy In today’s busy world crammed with work, doctor’s appointments, soccer practices, play dates, social events, and the list of household chores you just can’t ever seem to “get to”, it’s no wonder we are all walking around exhausted all the time! One...

You’ve probably heard both terms, and you may believe these to be synonymous, but the truth is, they are actually very different. One of the biggest mistakes a see and hear people making is that they “do good” all week and then have a cheat meal,...

What is Fasted Cardio? Many people think “fasted” means your stomach is empty, which is true, but it has more to do with how your body processes the foods you eat. Food is broken down into various nutrients that get absorbed into your cells and blood....

  Drugs, alcohol, sugar…. Yes, one might also categorize sugar with these other highly addictive substances. Why? Studies have shown that the effects of sugar on the brain mirror those of a heroin addict. When we consume sugar, it triggers the release of the feel good hormone...