I have always been extremely structured in my thought process, daily conduct, and overall approach to life. This trait has been both a blessing and a curse. On a humorous note, if my mom told me once, she told me 10,000 times when I was a kid: “You need to be more flexible.” And she... Continue Reading →
How I Lost 100 Pounds in a Year With No Drugs!
This is a very special post, because I am celebrating one of my best clients, who recently reached a unique milestone. I've been a fitness professional for a little over seven years, with a lifetime in North Dallas, and I've worked with numerous men and women, coaching them to achieve more than 40 pounds of... Continue Reading →
There Are No Shortcuts to Success
We live in a fast-paced world that craves instant results—faster weight loss, overnight business growth, and instant gratification in almost every area of life. But here’s the truth: there are no shortcuts to lasting success. Whether we’re talking about your health, finances, career, or relationships, real success requires time, effort, and consistency. Today, I'd like... 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 →
How Are You Shaping Your Path?
How are you shaping your path? You may not know what I'm referring to if you've not read the book, Switch by Chip and Dan Heath. You see, you have two brains which the authors represent with the analogy of an elephant and a rider. The rider represents your logical "thinky" brain which typically runs... Continue Reading →
No Cheat Meals Required
My goal in this post is to encourage you, to educate you, and to encourage you some more. If you will persist without exception, you can reach your health and fitness goals. For the most part, you are where you are in life in terms of your health because of choices and decisions that you've... Continue Reading →
Are Food Companies Lying to Us?
Well, they may not be lying but unless you're well-educated on the rules and loop holes the food industry operates by, you can be badly mislead. When the average consumer reads a label that says Low Fat or Lean or Zero Calories Per Serving, these catch phrases would suggest a healthy selection. Unless you know the... Continue Reading →