Five Ways to Stay in Top Shape This Summer

Summer is here. The weather is beautiful and warm sunny days are upon us. For some of us we enjoy getting outside and biking, running or hiking. Some of us our fitness takes a break due to getting outside more and warmer weather. Today I wanted to share my top tips...

One Week Meal Guide

How has your nutrition been? Need guidance? Here is a general healthy eating meal guide for you. Just like working out one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition. But this will give you a good start or some new ideas. Follow exactly if you wish or just...

How RAM was born

In April of 2013 I was unemployed for the first time since I started working in high school. I had just left a personal training position working for a small private gym where I was over worked and under paid. The time had come and it was time to move on. I started...

Maximize your workouts

How do you make the most of your workouts? Today I am going to tell you how to structure your training based on your goals to maximize the effect. A lot of people still have the idea that more is always better which is not true. Balance is key. Doing too much can lead...

The Power of accountability

An essential element to consistency and results is accountability. Having something or someone that keeps you accountable is what will keep you going! What is it for you? A workout buddy? A coach or trainer? A fitness class? A goal? All these can keep you accountable...

Count your calories

There are 3500 calories in one pound. Technically you must be in a calorie deficit of 500 calories per day to burn 1 pound per week. What does that look like? Let’s say you typically burn 1500 calories per day to survive. Then you work out and you burn 500 calories....