There isn’t a day that goes by when I don’t draw some inspiration from our clients at Spectrum Fitness Consulting. That inspiration fuels me, and because of what Spectrum is today, I clearly have a constant supply of inspiration. It doesn’t make sense to hold back such a resource for those beyond the walls of […]
Protein shakes for fat loss?
Protein shakes for fat loss? There seems to be some controversy regarding the role of protein shakes in a healthy diet, especially when it comes to fat loss. Most accept that protein isn’t just for skinny football players trying to bulk up. However, does consuming extra protein via a shake really help for fat loss? […]
The Fat Truth
Several years ago I became aware of some convincing research showing a surprising lack of correlation between fat intake and risk of heart disease or stroke. This defies the commonly held notion that “fat is evil” mantra drilled into our heads by various health experts. While it can be easy to dismiss research on accounts […]
Pushups – The King of All Exercises
When it comes to the best exercises, I think one stands above the rest as the king of all exercises: The Pushup Unfortunately, many don’t do pushups because they are too hard, and some don’t do them because they are too easy. Several struggle to do them with proper technique. I’m going to address all […]
Fitness Facts and Fallacies
It’s no wonder that obesity trends are on the rise, preventable diseases running rampant, and children are succumbing to diseases and injuries at increasing rates that were previously seen only in adults. Painful conditions like low back pain have reached epidemic proportions as well. We are being deceived all the time about what is healthy, […]
Do Bootcamps Create Injuries or Results?
Bootcamps have become quite popular recently as a fitness trend. There are many reasons why. It provides group support, variety, and most importantly at a low cost. Because many people workout together, costs are low yet you can exercise frequently which most people need for accountability, motivation, and results. There is much concern, however, regarding […]