With the warm weather and longer days, it’s a lot more enticing to get out the grill. Just because you’re grilling, doesn’t mean that it can’t be healthy. Here is my latest creation from my little Weber grill. No Bun Sirloin Burgers: 2 lbs of ground sirloin 2 tbsp of lite soy sauce 1/2 tspContinue reading “Grilling Season is Here!”
Author Archives: Journey Fitness
Time Management
Time Management This year, I made a goal of reading 4 books on personal development. A huge goal, I know, but reading recreationally is something I have not enjoyed since I was in grade school when I read the Goosebumps series. I think reading some of the novels that were required in high school killedContinue reading “Time Management”
Home Gym Essentials
Whether you need to accumulate equipment over time, or money is not a concern, you can make a nice home gym on just about any budget. In my opinion, this list of equipment is a must: TRX Suspension Trainer This is where I would start. You can get the most versatility out of this “gymContinue reading “Home Gym Essentials”
My Thoughts on Nutrition
As I continue to learn more, I have changed my thought process on things related to training and nutrition, and in some cases, I’ve changed my mind more than a few times. I’ve used websites like myfitnesspal or the dailyplate to track food and count calories, trying to get people to stay under the recommendedContinue reading “My Thoughts on Nutrition”
Salmon Fish Tacos
I haven’t posted a recipe in sometime, so I thought I would share what I made the other night. Every month, I set a budget, and I like to stick to that budget, especially with food. I had some frozen salmon fillets to use up, and my wife Kelly, hates how the house smells whenContinue reading “Salmon Fish Tacos”
A Glimpse of What I do
When I tell people that I do mobile personal training and group training, I often get responses like, “What do you do with your clients, P90X, Zumba?” I’ve never done Zumba, and never do I plan to. P90X, I don’t know anybody that actually completed the whole program, I think those DVDs are collecting moreContinue reading “A Glimpse of What I do”
Recap: Complete Shoulder and Hip Training Workshop
A few weekends ago, I went to a workshop in St. Louis that was put on by Dean Somerset and Tony Gentilcore. Now I don’t expect you to know who they are unless you are in the fitness industry, but they are each kind of a big deal. Tony is cofounder of Cressey Sports PerformanceContinue reading “Recap: Complete Shoulder and Hip Training Workshop”
Changes to Make in Your Diet
Many people are all or nothing when it comes to working out or eating better. Research shows that this type of behavior usually doesn’t lead to long term results. Instead, you should focus on making changes slowly, so that they become habits and not just a temporary fix. If you view these changes as temporary,Continue reading “Changes to Make in Your Diet”
Meal Planning
Many people will ask me about what I eat (naturally because I am the fitness professional), so I wanted to share what I’m eating this week and strategies that I use so I am successful. Make time in your schedule so that you make food in bulk for several days, so that healthy food is readyContinue reading “Meal Planning”
Tips From the Trainer
Making changes in your diet does not happen overnight. You need to educate yourself and put it into practice. The more you do it, the easier it will get and it will become a habit. If you have been eating poorly for a long time, breaking those habits can be hard, afterContinue reading “Tips From the Trainer”