In my last blog article, I discussed the critical role sleep plays in performance, injury prevention, and longevity. Today, I turn our attention to the other vital pillars that support your health, mental well-being, and, most importantly, Aging: Boost Strength & Heart Health,longevity. Longevity, in my...

Revealing Health: The Importance of Sleep I realize the title seems like complete clickbait, but disclosing the topic might have prompted you to overlook on Unlocking Health: The Importance of Sleep. I hope to pique your interest in a crucial subject underlying many of our problems:...

The Altra Escalante Racer and Xero Prio are both super popular running shoes that have their own unique features and benefits. Let's take a closer look at each shoe and see which one is better suited for which situation. Habit Changes take time and will include...

This post provides instructions on how to develop proper running form. Running is a popular form of exercise that can help improve cardiovascular fitness, reduce stress, and even boost mood. However, running can also lead to injuries, particularly if you don't have proper form. In this...

Advantages & Disadvantages of Choosing Pace as a Race Strategy This article will explore the pros and cons of using pace to improve your race time.  I am a runner, and like most runners, I do like to see that I improved on my previous race times.  We...

Pain is Gain - we have all heard it many times.  But what does that really mean? Many people might associate it with training, meaning: “Don’t be a whiny, little bitch, and keep going, nevermind the pain!” Personally, I do not subscribe to this philosophy. Probably because I...

Being Successful Through Habits and Rituals Every parent knows the feeling of being bone-tired and exhausted. You probably know it even more so when you are a single parent.  We get up early in the morning, get the kids ready, who cooperate to 60% on a good...

In this picture I am feeling good about my body, training and nutrition. I am not bloated, and I just had a great workout! So, what is wrong with this picture?   Absolutely nothing is wrong with it. I am glad I felt like this this morning.   However, what...

Time to Pause I am often caught in my own rat race. I get up between 4 and 5 depending on when I start work, head to my personal training studio in South Charlotte and start either training clients, myself or do administrative work. The day...