I am strangely inspired by The Pittsburgh Steelers for reasons that you might never guess. Growing up in Erie, PA, I started life as a Cleveland Browns fan because that was my stepdad’s team and Sunday football was one of the first areas where he and I connected. But in the early 70s, as the Browns started becoming perennial losers and the Steelers started winning, my loyalties began to shift culminating with the Steelers’ first

When you ‘tone’ what you are doing is building muscle and losing fat. In that case, your weight may not change or even go up. Get a BODYFAT SCALE and focus on the amount of body fat you carry instead of your weight. It’s a much better indicator of progress. You can get the body fat scale and smartphone app I use here–> https://amzn.to/3JpslMd

https://youtu.be/p8AQO5NIvKY Want to boost your mobility and strength effortlessly? Incorporate a daily deep squat into your routine! This simple yet powerful position does the following:  Stretches the 3 major joints of the lower body (hips, knees, ankles) by placing them in full flexion. That means bending them as far as they will go. This keeps those joints healthy and improves your ability to walk run and everything else you use your legs for.. (that’s a

My GO-TO Power Breakfast Breakfast is the most important meal of the day – and fortunately my favorite! It should also be your biggest meal of the day to jump-start your metabolism. This is my go-to power breakfast that’s packed with protein. Almond flour pancakes made from scratch. (did I mention I LOVE pancakes?) – 1 cup of almond flour, 2 eggs, 1/3 cup of almond milk, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of

This is my EXACT STRATEGY for eating healthy without special diets, meal plans or the dreaded counting macros! Ditch the Processed Foods: Limit your intake of processed and packaged foods high in added sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients. Instead, opt for whole, minimally processed foods whenever possible to support optimal health and well-being. Focus on Nature’s Foods: Fill your plate with nutrient-dense, whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

As an online trainer and coach who focuses on combating REACTIVE AGING with PROACTIVE AGING activities, one of the BIGGEST questions I get about regaining the strength and mobility from my youth is “HOW?” What do I need to do to live stronger without hating the process? Here are my 5 keys to “growing old without getting old.” #1 – “Ya got ta git ya mind right.” (In my best Smother Martin voice. If you’re

There I was on my hands and knees with my face literally in a ditch, puking up everything I had ever eaten in life! And all I had done was try to run just one measly mile! At that moment, a voice in my head said, “My god! You’re not even 20 yet. What are you gonna feel like when you’re 60?” It was a voice that changed my life. I guess I couldn’t expect

Several years back the podiatrist told me that the source of my Achilles tendon pain and plantar fasciitis was that I had flat feet. I would need to wear special orthotics (arch supports) for the rest of my life and never go barefoot. So I got the prescribed $300 custom orthotics… and hated them. I found them stiff and uncomfortable, which the doctor said would disappear once I got used to them. Something didn’t seem

Dear Rick, Your journey from your early experiences to your current approach to fitness is truly inspiring. It’s a testament to the enduring power of staying active and having fun while doing it. The “go outside and play” philosophy is a wonderful foundation for a lifetime of fitness. Your diverse background in information technology, marketing, sales, public speaking, journalism, publishing, special event promotions, and more adds a unique dimension to your fitness coaching. It’s evident

Video Synopsis: I’m throwing it back to another video I filmed about five years ago, where I spilled the beans on a crucial aspect of the fitness journey – finding a good workout partner. In this video, I get real about how challenging it is to find a truly great workout companion. I share my belief that a reliable workout partner is gold when it comes to keeping those fitness habits alive and kicking throughout