This morning I was sitting in front of my computer struggling to come up with a catchy title for this. I was thinking - yet again - about stressing the importance of breakfast to you.
So as I sat there trying to be clever I mumbled out loud, "Breakfast is boring."
And there you have it. That's exactly how I came up with this title. But do NOT take this message lightly.
You see, I know you're heard it a million times before. "You have to eat breakfast." And I know it's not a super sexy message. But do you have any idea how many people I meet as a fitness professional that DO NOT eat breakfast? A lot. And do you have any idea how many of those people that don't eat breakfast are overweight? Pretty much all of them.
Look, I'm not crazy. I know you don't have much time in the morning. And I know many of you just aren't all that hungry right after you wake up.
So let's look at this another way. You get up each morning and go to work every day because you want a roof over your head and food on the table, right? Day after day after day you go to work because you want the RESULT of that effort.
Well, IF you want to burn fat, feel better and have more energy you WILL eat breakfast every morning. Period. End of discussion.
Some things are boring. Some things just have to be done to get the result you want. For those of you that want to burn fat all day long, breakfast is just one of those things.
Chad
BTW, LEAN from ProGrade is a DELICIOUS chocolate meal replacement shake that I recommend to all my clients. It's the perfect solution to breakfast.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Friday, February 6, 2009
Michael Phelps, Bongs and 6 Pack Abs
So by now you've probably heard that Olympic champion Michael Phelps has gotten himself into a little bit of hot (bong) water. I felt I couldn't let this opportunity slip by without sharing some lessons from his mishap.
First, we all have to remember that we're role models. Somebody somewhere is looking up to us for guidance. It's a shame Michael Phelps screwed up, but he did. What's done is done. I know it reminded me that as a fitness pro, I MUST lead by example.
Second, again, he screwed up. And while I'm not one to give people a million chances, I do believe in second chances. And forgiveness. Which, when it comes to melting fat and getting fit, is VERY important.
I can tell you from experience working with hundreds of people with similar goals to yours, you WILL screw up somewhere along the way. The key to success is to forgive yourself and move forward. The people who truly fail are the ones that just give up the first time they make a mistake.
Third, this has nothing to do with what Michael Phelps has recently done, but it's another great reminder. If you want a lean, hard body and 6 pack abs, you're going to need to WORK. Regardless of his recent actions Michael Phelps is an Olympic Champ because he worked his rear end off. Don't fool yourself into thinking achieving your fitness goals is going to be a piece of cake.
Fourth, much was made during the Olympics of Michael Phelps and the massive amounts of calories he was consuming. If YOU want to get into peak condition you need the proper nutrition. Period.
Look, if you're not eating enough fruits and vegetables you need a Whole Foods based multivitamin like Prograde Nutrition's VGF 25+
If you aren't optimizing your workouts by refueling with the correct blend of carbs to protein (based on the research) then you need to start using Prograde Workout like I do.
Anyway, when you see a news story like this one involving Michael Phelps, always remember to look for the positive lessons you can learn.
Yours in health,
Chad Smith, NASM-CPT
Herald Mail's "Fitness Answer Man"
PS - I've just uploaded 3 new eBooks onto the resource page of our website (www.hometeamfitness.net) including 12 meal plans from Registered Dietician Jayson Hunter, author of the "Carb Rotation Diet"!
Go grab 'em!
First, we all have to remember that we're role models. Somebody somewhere is looking up to us for guidance. It's a shame Michael Phelps screwed up, but he did. What's done is done. I know it reminded me that as a fitness pro, I MUST lead by example.
Second, again, he screwed up. And while I'm not one to give people a million chances, I do believe in second chances. And forgiveness. Which, when it comes to melting fat and getting fit, is VERY important.
I can tell you from experience working with hundreds of people with similar goals to yours, you WILL screw up somewhere along the way. The key to success is to forgive yourself and move forward. The people who truly fail are the ones that just give up the first time they make a mistake.
Third, this has nothing to do with what Michael Phelps has recently done, but it's another great reminder. If you want a lean, hard body and 6 pack abs, you're going to need to WORK. Regardless of his recent actions Michael Phelps is an Olympic Champ because he worked his rear end off. Don't fool yourself into thinking achieving your fitness goals is going to be a piece of cake.
Fourth, much was made during the Olympics of Michael Phelps and the massive amounts of calories he was consuming. If YOU want to get into peak condition you need the proper nutrition. Period.
Look, if you're not eating enough fruits and vegetables you need a Whole Foods based multivitamin like Prograde Nutrition's VGF 25+
If you aren't optimizing your workouts by refueling with the correct blend of carbs to protein (based on the research) then you need to start using Prograde Workout like I do.
Anyway, when you see a news story like this one involving Michael Phelps, always remember to look for the positive lessons you can learn.
Yours in health,
Chad Smith, NASM-CPT
Herald Mail's "Fitness Answer Man"
PS - I've just uploaded 3 new eBooks onto the resource page of our website (www.hometeamfitness.net) including 12 meal plans from Registered Dietician Jayson Hunter, author of the "Carb Rotation Diet"!
Go grab 'em!
Monday, February 2, 2009
Chad and Kat's 10 favorite workout tracks...
What's on your workout playlist? A good soundtrack can really help you push it to the next level.
Want to know what gets us hyped and good to go?
Kat and I compiled our 10 favorite workout tracks for your listening pleasure.
You're welcome!
Let's make it:
1: Mama Said Knock You Out, LL Cool J
2: Ironman, Black Sabbath
3: Anything from Rage against The Machine
4: Workout Theme, Rocky 4 Soundtrack
5: Joy and Pain, Rob Base
6: Enter Sandman, Metallica
7: Fight The Power, Public Enemy
8: Walk, Pantera
9: So What, Pink (100% Kat's pick...lol)
10: Paralyzer, Finger Eleven
Download these songs ASAP for a soundtrack to a Kick A** workout!
What are some of your faves?
BTW Our boot camp workouts always use the hypest soundtracks to push you to the next level!
Want to check it out for free?
Send me an e-mail:chad@hometeamfitness.net and I'll hook you up with a pass for a week of boot camp free!
Want to know what gets us hyped and good to go?
Kat and I compiled our 10 favorite workout tracks for your listening pleasure.
You're welcome!
Let's make it:
1: Mama Said Knock You Out, LL Cool J
2: Ironman, Black Sabbath
3: Anything from Rage against The Machine
4: Workout Theme, Rocky 4 Soundtrack
5: Joy and Pain, Rob Base
6: Enter Sandman, Metallica
7: Fight The Power, Public Enemy
8: Walk, Pantera
9: So What, Pink (100% Kat's pick...lol)
10: Paralyzer, Finger Eleven
Download these songs ASAP for a soundtrack to a Kick A** workout!
What are some of your faves?
BTW Our boot camp workouts always use the hypest soundtracks to push you to the next level!
Want to check it out for free?
Send me an e-mail:chad@hometeamfitness.net and I'll hook you up with a pass for a week of boot camp free!
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