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Warming Up to the Run

Posted on November 14, 2013 by djttrainer

Do you consider jogging 10 – 30 yards at a 3/4 pace  an adequate warm-up for a 20-min+ run? It’s not. Why? Because the lower body needs a gentler introduction to the repetitive, high-impact/sheer force combination that’s characteristic of running. … Continue reading →

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Fitness Clothes and Shoes I Love!

Posted on November 5, 2013 by djttrainer

1. Innov8 Shoes. If I could have a crush on a pair of shoes, these would be the ones. I’m on my feet most of the day, have hideously deformed feet due to my medical textbook level bunions and I … Continue reading →

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Four Quick/No Prep Protein Options

Posted on October 28, 2013 by djttrainer

Are you having trouble eating healthy foods in small, frequent meals or snacks consistently? Struggling to spread your protein evenly through the day may be why. Most people don’t realize that unstable blood sugar levels are both caused by, and … Continue reading →

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As we are…

Posted on October 22, 2013 by djttrainer

How do you know when you’re becoming more mature, more centered, more peaceful? It’s when you begin to feel that way about your life and the world around you. It’s when things that used to rattle your cage or consume … Continue reading →

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Fitness and Nutrition Tradeoffs

Posted on October 8, 2013 by djttrainer

I know that a popular trade off is: “If I eat this slice of cake I need to do X number of additional (fill in the blank – sit-ups, minutes/hours on the treadmill, etc.) It doesn’t really work that way. … Continue reading →

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Shifting Your Thinking

Posted on August 28, 2013 by djttrainer

The single defining characteristic for a person who consistently (and wholeheartedly) embraces a fitness lifestyle is this: It’s part of who they are. This is a person for whom regular, challenging physical activity is as natural as showering and brushing … Continue reading →

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Yummy Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Posted on August 12, 2013 by djttrainer

This is super-simple, crunchy, delicious and great for you! Simply take as many Romaine leaves (wash and dry individually) as you want to serve, and load each of them up with: 1/2 cup Trader Joe’s Teriyaki Style “Just Chicken” 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Question Everything

Posted on August 6, 2013 by djttrainer

Want to make sure you’re not wasting your time or money when engaging a personal services professional (like a trainer)? Question everything. Why do you do it this way? What are the benefits for ME? How does this work? When … Continue reading →

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A Peek at My Eating Tips to a Client

Posted on July 16, 2013 by djttrainer

Below is actual correspondence I exchanged with one of my newer clients on his current eating habits. I decided to share it with you all since his feedback was so comprehensive and, since he has a hectic work schedule and … Continue reading →

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Have a Headache?

Posted on July 5, 2013 by djttrainer

Any pain in the body is trying to tell you something. It hurts because the message is worth listening to; and there’s no better way to get your attention than physical pain. If your head hurts it could be that … Continue reading →

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