So one of the changes I've made in how clients submit biweekly progress reports is to have them fill in all the commentary BEFORE taking any measurements or checking bodyweight. I've found, and I'm sure this'll come as no surprise, that the numbers dramatically affect the subjective commentary of progress, so I figured I'd try to remove that influence by suggesting one making their comments on perceived progress and what not, prior to any numerical assessments.

And you know what? It sure has made a difference in the comments that are associated with certain numbers. For example, I just reviewed a biweekly in which the comments are fantastic – perception of progress includes being more muscular, leaner, dropping... read more 12 comments

Today's post isn't really going to be anything new, but it's one of those subjects that people need, apparently, constant reminding of when we're talking about successful fat loss.

What am I talking about? Any guesses?

I'm hoping it's obvious.

I'm talking about dietary adherence; that is basic compliance to your nutritional plan. This is and always will be the KEY to long-term, successful fat loss. I don't care how hard you train, I don't care how many metabolic workouts you do, or how much cardio you do, if you can't nail your diet week in and week out, you're short changing yourself of results. You're working hard in the gym for sub-optimal, or... read more 8 comments

Do your clients use fat burners/thermos? If so, which do you recommend? Do you think we should cycle on and off of them so that our bodies don't get too used to one product? Thanks!

Not as a rule, no. In fact, I never make the recommendation myself. Clients might use them though if they ask my opinion on it first though, but they broach that subject, not me.

Are you talking OTC stuff or 'other'?

Most of the 'fat burners' on the market, do not burn fat - they just don't. They might provide you with ...

Click here to read the rest of the answer.

What fat-loss supplements have you guys... read more 2 comments

I thought I would put up a short note to let everyone know that it looks like Lean Bodies Consulting is going to be putting on some LBC Fitness/Physique camps this year. As I get more details sorted out, I'll definitely be back to post about it, but I wanted to make you aware of this and announce it while it's in the planning stages.

And it's not just going be me flying solo either. There will also be one or two IFBB Pros involved taking part in each camp. Location wise, we were first thinking Canada since that's where I'm located,  but we'll probably hold off on that and do Florida first as it's easier for Americans... read more 11 comments

• «
• ‹
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8
• ›
• »