I am not a registered dietitian... but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. If you go into your local supplement store and they start offering you all these fat burners and "test" boosters... you need to find a new *ahem* dealer. A lot of supplements being marketed are not effective, nor safe. It is important to note that supplements are called supplements for a reason... they are meant to supplement a healthy diet and lifestyle. Focus on whole foods first, think lean meats,...

The New Year is here, resolutions have been set, and gym memberships have been purchased. But we must address the elephant in the room... diet. Ah, the world of "7-Day Detoxes" and "30-Day Shreds." The latest fad diets promise to turn you into a fitness goddess or god in a matter of a few short weeks. I mean, who wouldn't want to look like a Greek deity in just a few weeks, right? But let's be real, folks, these challenges are often not much more than a pipe dream. First of all... detoxes and...

The new year is coming in hot, so people will be searching for a routine to follow in the gym. So, I thought I would make things easy for you by reviewing 3 popular weightlifting programs and 2 hot, up-and-coming programs (it's mine lol). If you're still on the fence about whether or not to get in the gym, check out an older article of mine, " You Probably Know What You Need to Do. " I'll say this first: just showing up is a huge part of success... but you also need a plan. Don't just show...