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 →
The Power of a Warmup: The Lesson I Learned From Driving a Porsche 911 Carrera
About two and a half years ago, for my birthday—my birthday’s in January—one of my very best clients, Omar, gave me a gift I’ll never forget. He rented me my dream car: a Porsche 911. Not the Turbo version, but a 911 Carrera—close enough. For 24 hours, I got to drive the car I’ve admired... 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 →
Why Less is More for Young (and New) Lifters
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 →
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 →