I absolutely love my crockpot, slow cooker, whatever you want to call it. It saves me so much time and is so easy to prepare a healthy and home-cooked meal when you don’t have to stand over it and watch it! I will usually put all the ingredients together in the crockpot bowl the night […]

What are Concussions and how can Athletes prevent them? Concussions have become a regular event in sports. It seems like every day you read about an athlete that suffers a concussion and has to be held out from practice and competition, so what exactly is a concussion? Concussion comes from the Latin word “concutere” which […]

Are you  getting the most out of your training? Learn why pre-workout fueling is essential for an effective training session. A good training session allows your body to positively adapt to the training stimulus. Think better results, faster! How does this happen, you ask? By giving your body the proper nutrients it needs, your body […]

“Do I need a protein shake following a workout?” Sigh, if I had a dollar for every time I was asked this question, I might be a millionaire by now! This is one of the top questions I get asked most frequently, and for a good reason. Every time we enter the gym or look in […]

If you’re ready to leave muscle building myths behind, read on. Myth #1: “I thought I was only supposed to lift heavy for 1-2 reps?” Truth: More repetitions with lighter weights can build muscle as well as heavier weights; assuming they are done to the point of fatigue. Fatigue is the most important part – […]

Learn how to take the guess work out of calculating your energy needs, to accurately fuel your body. How much do I need to eat in order to lose weight, gain muscle or improve my performance? This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive from my clients, friends and family on a […]