5 Ways To Stay Consistent

A lot is happening in the world right now and to be honest trying to stay consistent with your nutrition and training can feel like an up uphill battle.    I won't sit here and tell you that it's easy and you just need to work harder.  It's not fair to tell someone to show … Continue reading 5 Ways To Stay Consistent

FAQ: How Should I Warm Up? 

I love this question and wanted to do something a little different to try and answer it. So I filmed a general warm-up for you to check out. Before getting to the video, read through all the goods first. 😉 Try to be specific with your warm-up.   Honestly, there was a period when my warm-up … Continue reading FAQ: How Should I Warm Up? 

Is Fasting The Answer?

Fasting is a popular topic, and some believe it is hands down the best way to lose weight and improve overall health.   So, the question is, does fasting improve your health, and is it the best way to lose weight?  The answer is... it depends on who the person is, their relationship with food, and … Continue reading Is Fasting The Answer?

Mindful Eating Is Helpful

Today is my son's 2nd birthday. I can't believe that my little dude is two; he is pretty cool and teaches me a lot about life. I want to share the most valuable lesson TJ has taught me this year. It's important to enjoy what you eat and not ignore your hunger. TJ is the … Continue reading Mindful Eating Is Helpful

Should You Weigh Yourself?

Written by Chris McMahon "Should I weigh myself?" is a popular question, and my honest answer is: It depends.   It depends on your relationship with the scale.   It depends on your particular weight management goals.   It depends on if you even own a scale. (You can use the gym or borrow a friend's, but they … Continue reading Should You Weigh Yourself?

How To Track Your Macros

By Chris McMahon When you eat, you are taking in energy. While you go about your daily life, you are burning that energy.    Energy balance plays a role in your weight management. This concept is referred to it as Calories-In, Calories Out.  If you take in more energy than you use, you can gain … Continue reading How To Track Your Macros

Weight Loss By The Numbers

Weight loss is a numbers game. I am sure you have heard this expression before, and if not, there's a first time for everything. My thoughts on this expression have ebbed and flowed throughout my career.   When I was new to fitness and coaching, I believed it was more important to eliminate the temptations and stick … Continue reading Weight Loss By The Numbers

Sugar Isn’t The Problem

If you don't have time to read check out the full audio here. Since the age of ten, I have been a type 1 diabetic, which means I have now been living longer with diabetes than with a properly functioning pancreas. People like to ask if I got diabetes because I overate sugar. Another favorite … Continue reading Sugar Isn’t The Problem

8 Moves To Level Up Your Squat

Written by: Chris McMahon When I was fourteen years old, I spent the entire summer wearing black jeans. I wish I could say it was because I loved sweaty knee caps, but I would be lying. As a kid, I was teased for my "chicken legs," and if I wore jeans, no one could see … Continue reading 8 Moves To Level Up Your Squat

Which Came First? The Cookie or The Egg?

Written by: Chris McMahon My son loves Cookie Monster, and he finds it hilarious every time he devours a plate of cookies without any pause. It is funny in my son's defense because all Cookie Monster wants is a delicious chocolate chip cookie.   If you come to me and say all I want to eat … Continue reading Which Came First? The Cookie or The Egg?