While working out at a gym is always ideal, it isn’t possible for everyone right now. Next-best would be to set up a complete home gym. And if that doesn’t work, you might need to make do with a small amount of fitness gear and your bodyweight. If you don’t have access to a gym […]
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Sleep: Your most common questions, answered
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What are the best sleep hacks? What’s the difference between deep sleep and REM? Which supplements support better sleep? These are just a few of the common questions people ask about sleep. In this blog post, I’ll do my best to provide you the answers to these questions and many others. What are the phases […]
Growth Hormone: How to Avoid Low Levels and Boost GH Naturally
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When it comes to hormones, testosterone, thyroid, and insulin get most of the attention. Yet growth hormone, also known as somatotropin, also plays an essential role in your long-term health, athletic performance, and longevity. It affects the health of your body as well as your brain. I’ll explain what growth hormone is, how it affects […]
Why is a high-protein diet best for health and fitness?
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Is a high-protein diet the best diet you could follow? If so, what are the health benefits? Are there any risks? Read on, and you’ll understand why I believe a high-protein diet is the best diet for health, fitness, and even supporting quality-of-life later in life. What is a High-Protein Diet? Researchers categorize diets as […]
What makes a High-Quality Multivitamin “High-Quality?”
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What makes a multivitamin a “high-quality multivitamin?” Why is there such a big difference in price between what your healthcare practitioner recommends, and what you find in retail stores? Why do you even need a multivitamin? Clients and VIGOR Training members have asked me these questions numerous times. I’ll provide the answers below. I ran […]
9 Reasons Strength Training is Critical for Long-Term Health, Fitness, and Longevity
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Muscle plays a significant role in your long-term health, fitness, longevity, and even your ability to ward off disease and infection. Yet the vast majority of Americans do little to no strength training. Investing three to five hours per week, lifting weights and doing other movements that challenge your muscles, bones, and connective tissue is […]
How are COVID-19 cases counted? Are they all “real” cases?
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COVID-19 cases have increased significantly in recent weeks. In reaction to the rise in cases, numerous states and cities have rolled back their reopening plans. Masks are mandated across half of the country. It would be reasonable to assume that the numbers define the count of people who’ve tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection. They include […]
Is Coffee Good for You, or Is Coffee Bad for You?
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Is coffee good or bad for you? Few topics in nutrition create as much confusion as coffee does. Yet, when you look at the research, the evidence is clear: coffee is good for you. Of course, I’m referring to a plain cup of Joe. I’m not referring to a cappuccino, macchiato, latte, or any other […]
