If you want to go from scrawny to brawny, the plan sounds simple: Lift hard and heavy. Eat more. But, for some guys, like our client John, it’s more complicated. John was a busy pre-med student tired of feeling skinny and slim. He wanted to add size. And he wanted to feel strong. The challenge […]
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FitnessHow To Get Stronger As You Age
“It’s not the years, honey, it’s the mileage.” – Indiana Jones Like Indy, you’ve lived a little. But, getting older doesn’t mean it’s time to sit on the sidelines. You don’t have to grow weaker and give up what you love. No matter how many miles are on the odometer, you can get older and […]
Fitness NutritionHow to Turn Plateau Into Progress
With his wedding just 6 months away, Born Fitness client Chris (aka Sparta) decided to get serious about fat loss. There’s nothing quite like a deadline to get your butt in gear. Sparta was highly motivated, crushing gym workouts and diving into tracking his food (something that works well for him). But, after losing weight […]
breakfast RecipesThe Best Protein Pancake Recipe EVER: Bacon & Date Protein Pancakes
Don’t settle for boring. This recipe will change how you look at protein pancakes. And: There’s bacon. (You know you want bacon.)
breakfast dessert Recipes SnackThe Berry Nutty Yogurt Parfait
This healthy fruit and yogurt parfait recipe is a triple threat — great for breakfast, a snack or dessert. The choice is yours.
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You might think your inability to stick with a plan comes down to a lack of motivation, or maybe even a fundamental lack of willpower. But, willpower isn’t what is holding you back. After years of coaching people as a personal trainer, I’ve discovered that most people struggle to maintain their momentum because they ignore one simple rule.
dinner RecipesSpiraled Baked Potato with Garlic and Butter
Potatoes make a great snack or side dish to any main meal. They are a great source of carbs and that translates to energy for the body and brain. Sweet potatoes are often inaccurately touted as superior to white potatoes. The truth is, you can confidently use either white potatoes or sweet potatoes—both are highly […]
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