When I ask a new client what their goals are, one of the most common responses is “to turn my fat into muscle.” That’s a simple enough request, and I’d wager the majority of us are looking to do something along those lines. However, simple things on paper are not always simple in practice, and […]
Author Archives: Alex Dedmon
Diets come in many shapes and sizes. Although one of the most effective routes is through calorie and macro counting, it isn’t always the most feasible approach. Whether it’s due to difficulties tracking or an aversion to number crunching, calorie and macro counting may not be for you. However, it is still entirely possible to […]
It’s a bit daunting to try to figure out whether you’re making progress in a timely manner or not. How are you supposed to know if you’re doing well, going too slow, or even too fast? And, what is a realistic weight loss timeline? Here I’ll be talking about the different factors for how quickly […]
Carbs have become a bit of a hot topic in nutrition lately. Beliefs vary significantly from person to person, with carbs variously interpreted as good or detrimental to health. Truthfully, the answer isn’t quite as black and white as it may seem. Carbs come in a wide variety of shapes and sources, with various ways […]
One of the strengths of dieting is that there is no one right way to get from point A to point B. There are a myriad of different approaches, tweaks, and setups that can work well for weight loss. Naturally, some of these approaches are going to be more complex than others, and target a […]
In the realm of fitness and nutrition, it can be a bit daunting to get started. There’s a ton to learn about exercise, nutrition, and everything in between. As such, it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed and lost. Fortunately, there are professionals out there that are ready to help with this specific situation. If you’re […]
The ketogenic diet is a dietary approach that has been a mainstay for quite some time now. It’s quite common to pick up a magazine or read a blog about keto and its purported benefits for fat loss. Most people are at least somewhat familiar with the basics – drop carbs, weight goes down. However, there’s a little more than […]