If you want to get skinny – stop doing all that damn cardio and pick up some weights! That’s right – you need to lift weights to lose weight! You should know that a body with more muscle burns more calories. Want to burn up to 50,000 more calories per year while sitting on your ever-shrinking butt? LIFT WEIGHTS!!! Because muscle burns calories while you’re doing absolutely nothing – while fat just sits there! On

We all know it’s essential for heart health, endurance, and staying energized, but what if your joints aren’t on board with high-impact activities? Or maybe the thought of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) makes you want to curl up on the couch instead? Here’s the good news: You can still crush your cardio goals with low-impact exercises that are easy on your joints but still pack a punch for your heart. Why Cardio Matters From the Proactive Aging

Customized Workouts for Your Body: A trainer designs workouts tailored to your specific needs, whether it’s improving mobility, building strength, or addressing joint pain. Safe and Effective Training: Trainers ensure proper form and technique, reducing the risk of injury and making every rep count. Accountability to Stay Consistent: Having a trainer keeps you committed to your fitness routine, even on days when motivation is low. Focus on Functional Fitness: Trainers incorporate exercises that improve real-life

If you want to take your pickleball game to the next level, it’s time to embrace the dink life. Low, controlled dinks aren’t just shots—they’re strategic tools that turn the game into a battle of endurance, precision, and patience. The higher you climb in skill level, the more dinks become a weapon for controlling the game, creating openings, and keeping your opponents on their toes. Why the Low Dink is a Game-Changer Keeps You Safe:

This is it! Today’s #1 tip for slimming your waist and finally getting rid of that stubborn belly fat… PUT THE FORK DOWN AND BACK AWAY SLOWLY. No one is going to get hurt. We would like to end this peacefully! You’ve got to know when to stop eating…It’s called portion control… and YES! This is one of those cases where even if you’re eating the RIGHT thing. “Too much of a good thing” can

If you don’t own a massage unit, you’re doing your aging, active body a grave injustice. I use mine on a regular basis for recovery and there are two kinds you should consider. There’s percussion massage and vibration massage. Both are forms of soft tissue therapy but differ in intensity and technique: Percussion Massage uses rapid, deep strokes to penetrate deeper muscle layers, promoting muscle recovery, reducing soreness, and increasing circulation. It’s ideal for athletes or those with muscle stiffness.

Let’s talk about the foundation of every great pickleball shot: footwork. Whether you’re dinking, dropping, or driving, your feet set the stage for consistent and controlled contact. Without proper footwork, you’re likely to find yourself jammed or overreaching, which can ruin your spacing and throw off your shot. The Key to Spacing and Control: Move Your Feet Here’s the deal: good pickleball players know that success starts with positioning. Proper footwork allows you to: Set

Let’s talk about the most underrated part of fitness: Recovery. It’s not optional; it’s the glue that holds your progress together. Without proper recovery, you’re setting yourself up for burnout, injuries, and plateaus. And the MVP of recovery? SLEEP. From the Proactive Aging Blueprint: “When you sleep, your body goes into full-on repair mode. Muscle tissues damaged during exercise are rebuilt, and your energy stores are replenished. Growth hormone—your body’s natural anabolic steroid—is released during deep sleep, helping you

Aging isn’t a passive process—it’s something you take control of. If you’re here, you already know that Proactive Aging means taking deliberate action to stay strong, mobile, and independent. But let’s be honest—doing it alone isn’t always easy. That’s where hiring an online trainer changes the game. The Proactive Aging Blueprint is all about having a plan, tracking progress, and staying accountable. And that’s exactly what you get when you work with an online coach.

Ready to switch things up and build serious strength WITHOUT the risk of injury? I’ve got just the thing for you today – resistance bands! Trust me, these might look simple, but they pack a serious punch! Let’s dive in! First up, Super Bands! These are your heavy hitters. Add these to your squats for that extra resistance to build leg and glute strength! Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, Super Bands give you

If you’re experiencing fatigue, joint pain, or gut issues, gluten could be a culprit. I’m pretty sure it is for me! Gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, and rye, can trigger inflammation, especially in those sensitive to it. For some, gluten-free diets reduce inflammation and may ease symptoms of osteoarthritis. Yes, I’ve really had to cut back on the bread!  Going gluten-free isn’t just about avoiding bread; it requires checking sauces (like soy sauce), snacks,

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

Why isn’t anyone talking about what your excess belly fat is doing to kill your groove? OK… let’s talk about the elephant in the room (pardon the pun!) – It’s that stubborn belly fat that’s been hanging around like an unwanted guest at your 70s funk party! You need to kick that belly fat to the curb to reclaim your strength, energy, and confidence – and here’s why… #1. Belly Fat is The Silent Poison

If you’re seeking insights into longevity and proactive aging, the Netflix series “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” is a compelling watch. Hosted by longevity researcher Dan Buettner, this four-part documentary delves into regions known as Blue Zones—areas where people commonly live past 100—and uncovers the lifestyle habits contributing to their extended lifespans. Key Takeaways: Purposeful Living: In Blue Zones, individuals maintain a strong sense of purpose, which has been linked to improved

Let’s get real: your body is like a high-performance machine. And just like your car, your house, or your favorite cast iron skillet, it needs regular maintenance to keep running smoothly. You wouldn’t skip oil changes for your car or leave a leak in your roof, so why would you neglect your own body? Every single day, you already commit to basic maintenance tasks: You bathe (hopefully). You brush your teeth (because cavities suck). You

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

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

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to live to 100—not just existing, but thriving—Dr. Walter M. Bortz lays it all out in his groundbreaking book, Dare to be 100. This isn’t just a book; it’s a blueprint for longevity, perfectly aligned with my Proactive Aging Blueprint philosophy. Dr. Bortz doesn’t believe in aging passively, and neither do I. His approach focuses on taking deliberate action in key areas of life to build not just years, but quality years.

In this video from a few years back, I take on a sensational headline claiming “Stretching does no long-term good.” As a Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), my initial reaction was, “That’s such crap.” But then I had a revelation. I share the truth about maintaining our bodies — whether it’s stretching, exercising, or even basic hygiene. The key takeaway? Anything you do for your body works, but only if you do it continuously. There’s no