For the past seven years, I’ve worked as a fitness professional for Lifetime Healthy Way of Life. This year, however, I encountered something I’ve never seen before: three relatively young boys, out of school for summer break, training several days a week—alongside their dads. Too soon? At first glance, this may not seem like a... Continue Reading →
Belief: The Spark That Ignites Change
One of the greatest struggles I see in people—whether they're aiming to lose body fat, build muscle, or simply live healthier—is belief. Not believing in me as their coach. Belief in themselves. Especially when it comes to body transformation, belief is usually the first casualty. The results take time. The work is unfamiliar. Progress is... Continue Reading →
Your Life is Not a Game of Perfect
Perfect games are rare. In over a century of Major League Baseball, only 24 have ever been recorded. The most recent? Domingo Germán of the New York Yankees, June 28, 2023—27 up, 27 down. No hits, walks, or errors. Pure, unblemished excellence. The first perfect game since 2012. Golf has its own version of perfection.... Continue Reading →
A Diet or Meal Plan is Not Nutrition Coaching
Let’s clear something up: a diet or meal plan is not the same as nutrition coaching. If you're chasing the latest fad diet hoping to lose weight and transform your body—without a coach or support system—your chances of long-term success are slim. Harsh? Maybe. But let’s take a closer look. We live in a time... Continue Reading →
When the Student is Ready, the Teacher Will Appear
On Friday, May 3, 2024, I lay quietly in pre-op at Craig Ranch Surgery Center, waiting for knee surgery. The nurse struggled with my PIC line, missing my right hand, and eventually succeeding with the left. When she asked if I wanted to watch TV while I waited for the anesthesiologist, I said, “No, ma’am.... Continue Reading →
Is Proper Posture Really That Important?
According to The Back School, "Effective ergonomic design reduces fatigue, discomfort and injuries; and increases job satisfaction, productivity and quality of work." If a proper fit is established between the end user and their job, the musculoskeletal stresses on them are reduced, they are more comfortable, and they can do things more efficiently and effectively. The... Continue Reading →
Ever Jump to a False Conclusion?
Every jump to a false conclusion? People are often prone to forming opinions before having all the facts. In our instant gratification society, I think impatience has a lot to do with this often destructive tendency. Further, most people tend to view the world with their own narrow perspective which can often backfire on them.... Continue Reading →
Welcome to My New Blog!
As a Territory Sales Manager for Workrite Ergonomics and Certified Personal Trainer through NASM, my goal is to post at least once a week offering valuable information to hopefully add value to your life. My topics will include thoughts on Business, Ergonomics, Health & Fitness, and Personal Development Please do provide me with your feedback.... Continue Reading →