I wrote my previous post -- 5 Ways to Burn Belly Fat -- because that’s one of the most common questions I get from friends, family, and clients. But another popular question, and one that goes hand-in-hand with both training AND fat loss, is the question on carbs. How many? Which … [Read more...]
Avoid Holiday Weight Gain with Proper Carb-Timing
Carb-timing is a thing. And it’s a really smart thing to do. In fact, if you’re concerned about aesthetics, losing fat, building muscle, and maximizing your workouts – then carb timing should really be an important thing for you. And for many people who are concerned about the … [Read more...]
Why You Should Try a Whole30 Challenge
...at least for a week or two. Several years ago, I started writing about my weight loss journey by outlining all the different diets, fads, and nutritional programs I tried in my years of experimentation. My end goal was to help people like me (people who struggle/find it … [Read more...]
A Quick Guide to Understanding Macronutrients
Understanding Macronutrients: So what's a protein, a carb, and a fat? Macronutrients make up your daily calories. Macronutrients come from PROTEINS, CARBS, and FATS, and you need to eat all three to survive. I recently wrote a post on Strongfigure.com about food and fat … [Read more...]
What to Eat & What to Avoid: Carbs, Fats, & MICRO-nutrients
MACRO-nutrients: Everyone needs three macronutrients in order to survive: Proteins, Fats, and Carbohydrates. We’ve already taught you how to figure out your appropriate daily caloric intake. We’ve even taught you about protein, and how much you should be eating every day. … [Read more...]
