Research shows that “Getting Back in Shape” is one of the highest ranked New Year’s Resolutions every year. According to Time Magazine, it’s also the #1 broken New Year’s Resolution. It’s no wonder. Just trying to juggle work and family […]
Some tips for those of us with no time to exercise
What’s the number one reason folks give for unsuccessfully getting in shape? You guessed it. It‘s, “I just don’t have the time.” And, believe me, I understand. After all, it’s true. You don’t have the time. I don’t have the […]
Selfish Motivation
Quick question, why are you trying to get healthier? Eating better or working to lose weight because “it’s a good thing” or “my doctor said I should” is a commendable, altruistic reason to start getting in shape. But for a […]
Permission to Fail
We‘re several weeks into 2013 now and I‘m guessing you may have made a few New Year‘s Resolutions. How are they going? Was something along the lines of “Getting Back In Shape” on your list? It’s one of the highest […]
3 Healthy Snack Hacks
You had your workout, you ate healthy all day, only to be ruined with those late night munchies while you sit back with your wife and wrestle with the remote control. After a long day, and the house finally quiet […]
5 Old Exercises You Shouldn’t Be Doing in the New Year
This article is part of our ongoing Fitness Friday series. Old habits are hard to break. But if you keep doing these 5 old school exercises in the New Year you will be breaking more than old habits. 1. Leg […]
FITNESS FRIDAY: All Hail the Offseason!
Image credit: rkramer62 Part of our weekly Fitness Friday series. For many weekend warrior athletes, the offseason is often lazy time. And, while you do need to rest, the best athletes are those who use the offseason to their advantage. Much like […]
3 Hearty and Healthy Meals For Men
This article is part of our ongoing Fitness Friday series. If you want some hearty and healthy meals this time of year that warms your belly instead of expanding it, then I got you covered with very little effort required. […]
INTRODUCING: FITNESS FRIDAY
Have you been watching the NBC series Biggest Loser this season? I have. And what I’ve been struck by most this season is how many of the contestants are fathers. Young fathers. Guys in their late 20’s and early 30’s […]
The Perfect Diet
This makes for a great magazine headline on your nearest news stand but unfortunately you become disappointed and confused once you flip through the pages. Wether it’s the magical Acai or Gogi berry one week, or the raw, cooked or […]
[HEALTH] Wrong Question, Wrong Answer
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned through my years of school, practice, consulting, writing, and speaking is that there is no right answer to the wrong question. This lesson is also one of the biggest frustrations because people, the […]
Fun Facts About Vitamin C
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is one of the essential vitamins for good health. The actual function of the vitamin is to maintain strong connective tissue. If a person has an inadequate amount over a long period of […]
How To Have a Healthy Vacation This Summer
Do you worry what to do with your healthy living routine when you go on vacation? I just returned from a 2 week summer holiday with my family. After eating whatever I wanted and not exercising for 2 weeks I […]
The Quest For Happiness: Men and Depression
A friend of mine asked me a simple question not too long ago. “Dave, when is the last time that you were really happy?” I gave the question some thought, and the honest answer was somewhat alarming to me. The […]
[DAD FITNESS] 5 Ways To Spring Clean Your Workout
With the Sun hanging in the sky a little longer, it naturally gives you more energy to do some spring cleaning inside and outside the house. Just opening up all the windows in your house after the long winter months […]