Gimme 5 sets of “Stop Eating Crap!” Let’s get straight to the point, Badasses: You can’t out-train a bad diet. If you’re still fueling your body with junk, it’s time to level up. From the Proactive Aging Blueprint: “Clean eating isn’t about being perfect—it’s about cutting out the crap that slows you down. Whole foods like lean proteins, veggies, fruits, and healthy fats are your body’s best friends. Processed junk and added sugars? They’re just holding you back.”

Let’s talk about a game-changer in fitness – Corrective Exercise. A lot of folks avoid working out because of pain – bad knees, hips, shoulders, you name it. That’s where corrective exercise comes in, and it’s one of my specialties. The mistake many make is diving into intense workouts without addressing these imbalances first. We modify, work around, and often end up aggravating the issue, leading to injuries. That’s where corrective exercise becomes crucial. Check

I Don’t Care What Your BMI Is… and why anybody would use that number as a measurement to evaluate ANYTHING I can’t understand! Let me tell you why it’s so useless… all BMI – or body mass index – is is a ratio of height to weight. What that means is that a guy with a body type like John Goodman, who’s 6 foot 2 and 250 lbs… And another guy with a body type

Grab a pen and paper because right now I’m going to reveal to you the number one exercise for finally killing that stubborn belly fat! ARE YOU READY? Here it is… Every day simply do this one exercise… 5 SETS OF… STOP EATING CRAP! You already knew this. Just start freaking doing it! Stay tuned for more spot-on tips for healthy proactive aging! If you want some help with your diet and nutrition just message

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

If your backhand feels like your Achilles’ heel on the court, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Many players struggle with backhand consistency, but the solution lies in refining your technique and building the strength, balance, and coordination to make it reliable. And here’s the kicker: the same principles that improve your backhand can enhance your everyday life. 3 Backhand Mistakes That Hold You Back—and How to Fix Them 1. Too Much Wrist Action Your wrist might

If you’ve been told to “take it easy” because you have arthritis, I’m here to tell you that’s bullsh*t advice. Strength training isn’t just safe when you have arthritis — it’s one of the best things you can do to fight it. And I don’t just say that as a trainer — I say that as someone living with arthritis in both shoulders, my left knee, and as someone who had my right hip replaced

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 lot

Here’s the truth, Badasses: Muscle isn’t just about looking good—it’s the key to your independence, energy, and longevity. Lose it, and you lose your ability to move, play, and live on your terms. Keep it, and you’ll stay strong, confident, and unstoppable. From the Proactive Aging Blueprint: By the time you hit 50, you could be losing 1-2% of your muscle mass per year if you’re not strength training. Think about that—by 70, you could be down 20-30%.

Guess what? You don’t need a fancy gym to get fit and stay young! You just need these FIVE essentials for your home workout space! Adjustable Dumbbells: if you don’t have room for all of these… Switch to adjustable dumbbells, save space and still get a full-body workout! Resistance Bands: go with super bands, mini bands or the standard resistance bands for flexibility and strength training without the clutter! A Sturdy Exercise Mat: It’s essential

What do you mean you don’t have a copy of my INTRODUCTION TO FOAM ROLLING e-book? Learning to use a foam roller is like discovering the Fountain of Youth!! In a quick 12 pages you’ll learn about: Foam Rolling for Overcoming Stiffness and Soreness Foam rolling for Injury Prevention and Mobility Enhancement Choosing the Right Foam Roller When to Foam Roll The Fundamentals of Foam Rolling What Muscles to Foam Roll How You Should Feel

I love kickstarting my day with 30 minutes of cycling, (stationary or road, depending on the weather) on a regular basis, and here’s why: It’s Good For My Heart: Cycling is an excellent aerobic exercise that gets my heart pumping and improves my cardiovascular health. It helps lower my blood pressure, reduces the risk of heart disease, and improves my overall heart function. It’s Easy on My Joints: Cycling is a low-impact exercise that is

OLD is just a running count of how long you’ve been able to hang in there. In fact, there’s only one alternative to getting old – and it’s not a good one. You either get old or you die. And we all have friends or loved ones who didn’t get to enjoy the PRIVELIDGE of getting older. The problem lies in what you allow the passing years to connect getting older… LIKE: Old and MISERABLE

One of the biggest mistakes you can make on the pickleball court? Not following the ball. If your feet aren’t moving, you’re giving your opponents wide-open targets—and trust me, they’ll take full advantage. The key to staying competitive is staying in motion, staying in position, and staying ready to attack. But here’s the kicker: learning to follow the ball doesn’t just improve your game—it builds the functional fitness, balance, and agility that benefit you in

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

If you’re over 40 STOP jumping into fitness programs until you do these 3 things! #1. Loosen Up Those Tight Muscles! – I’m not talking about doing a few warmup stretches. I start all of my over 40 clients with a program of 2 to 8 weeks of nothing but stretching and foam rolling. Because by the time you’re in your 40s, 50s or 60s… You gotta admit – your ass is really tight. And

Do you think sitting on your ass all day is harmless? NO—it’s not! In fact, it’s the fastest way to turn into a creaky, immobile mess. Let’s talk about it. Here’s the hard truth: Passivity isn’t just lazy—it’s downright dangerous. You don’t move, your muscles don’t care—they’ll peace out faster than your internet when the Wi-Fi’s down. Next thing you know, you’re wondering why you can’t get up off the couch without groaning like a

Stop comin’ at me with that crap about not being motivated! I ain’t tryna hear that! Depending on motivation to do your workouts is like trusting a politician’s promises… Please… do not hold your breath waiting on that shit to happen! MOTIVATION… even at it’s best, is pretty damn fickle. One day it’s got you… the next day it kicks you to the curb! Instead of MOTIVATION, you’ve got to turn your mindset to COMMITMENT

This is my game-changing strategy for maintaining your clean eating goals during holidays and special occasions. We all know that holidays and special events can throw a curveball at our nutritional regimen, but I’ve got a plan to keep the celebrations alive without compromising your fitness journey. I’ve decided to schedule each holiday and celebration as a planned day off from clean eating (aka NUTRICIOUS DAYS). I don’t like the term ‘cheat days’ (cheating is

Your knees don’t have to hurt if you understand that your knees aren’t the problem. It’s the muscles attached to your knees and a foam roller that might offer you a solution. If your knees hurt going up and down stairs, standing for long periods, during your workouts, or while playing your favorite sport – THIS is your solution! Use a FOAM ROLLER to relieve tension in the muscles ATTACHED to your knees and you