Contrary to the typical advice of well-meaning but misinformed trainers and health organizations, the key to fat loss is not to simply “eat less, move more”, but to eat better, and exercise harder. The idea one should eat less and move more to lose fat is based on a few assumptions: that fat gain and…
Category Archives: Nutrition
Thoughts on the Paleo/Evolutionary Eating and Exercise Trends
Over the past few years the concept of “paleo” or “evolutionary” eating has been gaining popularity. Not surprisingly, various “experts” have popped up with blogs, books and programs based on the concept; some good, some not, some nuts, and many with totally different takes on it. Unfortunately, this has caused confusion for people interested in…
Opinions on Nutrition
The following was written to address some of the most common questions I receive from readers and personal training clients and during phone consultations. Calories versus Macronutrients Whether you’re trying to lose fat, gain muscle, or maintain your current weight and body composition both are important. Calorie intake is important for a change in fat or…
N.O. Supplements? No Way!
This article is published here with the permission of the author, Ellen Coleman, RD, MA, MPH Supplements that allegedly increase nitric oxide (NO) levels within the body are being heavily marketed to build muscles. “Nitric oxide” supplements supposedly: 1) promote an extended “muscle pump;” 2) signal muscle growth and speed recovery; and 3) increase muscle…
