Posts Tagged ‘goals’
4 reasons you’ve quit on your resolutions
A month or so ago, I talked about why I’m not setting goals in 2019. Instead I decided to work on a new habit every two weeks. I’m not anti-goal setting, I just wasn’t in the frame of mind to set goals this year. Maybe you did set goals or resolutions or intentions this year.…
Read MoreKeeping it Simple 101
There really aren’t that many “rules” when it comes to fat loss, building muscle, and living a fit and happy lifestyle. It’s basic math and common sense. You don’t need to go low-carb, gluten-free, eat two cups of kale and acai berries every day or increase your heart rate to its max rate during every…
Read MoreYour slow progress is a good thing
Top five reasons your slow progress is a good thing You’ve been at it for two weeks or longer—maybe a month, or even three. You’re not seeing the results you thought you’d have by now—the looser-fitting jeans, the lower number on the scale…You’re still huffing and puffing through every workout. Where’s the good news in…
Read MoreVacations ruin diets and diets ruin vacations.
Before I left for my Germany vacation, I was confident that while away I’d find a way to work out. I researched kettlebell classes in Munich and Frankfurt and at the very least, would work out on my own, practicing the advice I give to clients when they travel—pushups and jump squats. Three to four…
Read MoreWhat Should I Eat? When Should I Eat? Should I Do Cardio?: 20 of Your Burning Nutrition and Fitness Questions Answered.
Since I started writing nutrition blog posts for Performance Fitness, clients and friends have started asking me questions. Lots of questions. This post aims to answer them. Grab a protein smoothie and settle in. Here we go! Twenty Questions: 1. How is it that the RDA for protein is so low and you recommend a…
Read MoreSo You’re Ready to Track Your Calories. Now What?
A Guide to Documenting Your Food and Drink How many calories should you be eating in order to achieve your desired physique? It all depends on you, specifically, your goals, gender, age, weight, height and activity level. These are all bits of information you will plug into any number of online calorie calculators to find…
Read MoreMotivation vs. Dedication
I started working with a personal trainer about five weeks ago. I’m following a program someone else designed for me for the first time ever. Being a trainer myself, I wasn’t sure it was “okay” to hire one. It felt a little embarrassing admitting that I needed the help of a colleague. My trainer explained…
Read MoreWhat is the Easiest, Most Important Diet Change You Can Make?
What is the Easiest, Most Important Diet Change You Can Make? – Elise A. Miller If I had to give you just one tip to help you lose weight, it would be to—wait! Not so fast. Before I tell you what TO do, I want to tell you what I won’t advise. I won’t tell…
Read MorePerformance Fitness Member of the Year Nominee: Meet Kori
Kori is known for her enthusiasm and her top notch DJ skills. She’s also been Client of the Week, not once, but twice during her year at Performance Fitness. Click on the photo to watch Kori’s video
Read MorePerformance Fitness Member of the Year: Meet Terry
A few years ago some health issues motivated Terry to return to Performance Fitness after an absence of several years. Now her experience and her results have inspired her to pursue a career in fitness. Find out what else inspires Terry by clicking on the image below.
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