Over the last few years, I've received numerous questions about the weight loss drug Ozempic (Semaglutide) but I never wrote about it before except in brief emails or social media replies. Since this topic has started coming up here in the Burn the Fat Inner Circle, I thought it was finally time to at least make a short post sharing what I know and think about the drug from the perspective of a fitness professional...
If you are going to go out and have a drink or two with friends, which is the best alcoholic drink when dieting on a fat loss program like Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle? Would it be vodka mixed with soda or dry white wine. Is champagne worse than the other two? Read on and find out...
There's probably no topic that has been researched and debated more in the last ten years than resistance training volume. That is, how many sets is optimal for muscle gains. Previous research suggested that gains are optimized at somewhere between 10 and 20 sets per muscle per week. However, there are still some unanswered questions about how many sets you should do, including whether women should do the same amount as men and whether you need the same amount of sets for small muscles and big muscles. See what the latest research says in today's Burn the Fat Blog Post...
Brian Tracy is a legend in the personal development, business development and motivational speaking industries. He is also one of the last living GOATS in the field, still teaching at age 80. There are many good books and audio programs about setting and achieving goals, but Brian's book, GOALS! How To Get Everything You Want, Faster Than You Ever Thought Possible, is one of the best. It is slanted toward business and financial success, but the principles are universal and can be applied to any area of your life, including health and fitness...
I recently read a book about mindfulness and being "present." The premise was that by learning to love the process, you'll avoid self-judgement, eliminate impatience, end boredom, reduce stress, feel calmer, experience self-discovery, enjoy the journey and be happy. Achieving your goal will simply be a natural by-product. Sounds pretty good! But is being process-oriented really better than being goal-oriented? Why are some self-help gurus today telling us to "forget about goals?"
Today I want to share another classic fat burner. No, no, not fat burner supplement pills – those things are worthless! Total rip off! I completely debunked and destroyed the fat burner supplement myth in a previous blog. Today what I’m talking about is classic “fat burning” recipes. But what do I mean by "fat burning recipes?" And is there really even such a thing as "fat burning recipes" or "fat burning foods?"
What is the best exercise to reverse aging and extend your lifespan? Is it lifting weights? We could make a good argument that the answer is yes. People who don’t lift weights lose muscle with every passing year. But do not underestimate the amazing power of the right cardio combined with weight lifting... According to the latest research, if you do the right kind of cardio, it makes your heart health 15 to 20 years younger
There's been a lot of chatter in recent years about whether it's worth it to take body fat percentage measurements. A number of coaches have stopped doing these tests for their clients. Many consumers complain that body fat scales (bioelectric impedance analysis) seem unreliable and that skinfold calipers are hard to use. They wonder about accuracy.
So you're wondering, "Should I bulk or cut?" Maybe you're not sure because you heard out there in social media and blog world that you're not supposed go on a muscle building diet if your body fat is a little high. Then you wonder, "Well, how low does my body fat have to be before it's ok for me to bulk? When is it okay for me to go into a calorie surplus for bulking? The answer is here!
This chick pea and bell pepper salad is perfect for a hot summer day or night. It's delicious, has a great crunch and is packed with nutrients including 13 grams of fiber. Served by itself, it's vegan, or try serving it with a lemon-pepper chicken breast on the side, or tuna mixed in for the lean protein to make it a complete high protein meal. Takes just 10 minutes to make! Serve it right up, or put it in the fridge and serve it chilled later
