I was recently asked to contribute a book chapter about the latest research on supplements and longevity. After diving into the science, I realized much of what I found aligns closely with the advice we already share here, especially when it comes to living better longer. Longevity is not just about adding years to your […]
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Cardio timing in relation to lifting is a topic filled with myths and misconceptions. If your primary goal is size, strength, or power, but you also want to incorporate cardio for fat loss, general health, or recovery, it is important to understand how to structure your training for the best results. Let’s break it down. […]
Over the past few years, GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy have surged in popularity for their powerful effects on appetite regulation, blood sugar control, and weight loss. Yet, despite their growing use, many individuals are prescribed these medications with little guidance on how to manage side effects, support their health, or make the […]
From calorie tracking to macro counting, tracking apps are changing the way people diet. There are many different approaches to dieting, one of the most popular methods is macro counting. This consists of setting a dietary “budget” for calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein to remain within. On paper, that works great. However, there’s no denying […]
Building muscle while keeping body fat gain to a minimum is one of the biggest challenges in fitness. Many people want to increase muscle mass but worry about gaining excess fat in the process. The truth is, if your goal is to build muscle while minimizing fat gain, muscle growth takes time, consistency, and a […]
So you’re dieting and losing weight. Eventually though, you run into the Goldilocks dilemma: Are you losing weight too fast? Too slow? Just right? In other words—how fast should you lose weight? Well, let’s dive into it. How Fast Should You Lose Weight? Measuring Weight Loss Before I talk about rates of weight loss, I […]
This is a walkthrough on how to calculate calories in homemade food, determine the macros, and portion it accordingly. There will be a bit of of math in here, but I promise I’ll keep things as simple as possible. If you have access to a free food tracking app such as Macro Sync, you can […]
Lately, there’s been a lot of discussion about BMI (Body Mass Index) on social media and in health articles. Some people argue it’s outdated, others say it’s flawed, and a few insist it should be thrown out altogether. But here’s the thing: it is here to stay. Whether we like it or not, it plays […]
There has been a lot of talk about white fat vs brown fat lately, especially in the context of weight loss. A recent podcast episode sparked the discussion, so I wanted to put together a few key notes to give you a scientifically correct perspective on this topic. Let’s break it down. White Fat vs […]
Before tracking apps. Before TikTok. Even before Facebook, I started my fat loss journey in the wild west of the internet—where advice was conflicting, and myths ran rampant. One of the biggest? “Eat too little and you’ll stop losing fat.” Closely followed by: “Eat more, and the scale will drop.” I heard it, I believed […]