By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I The reason I claim that working with a trainer gives you an edge above all else is because no matter how much knowledge you have in regards to exercise science or nutrition, no matter […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I So you want to get rid of some belly fat, and you can’t help but be on the lookout for that magical exercise that will give you flat abs once-and-for-all. I’m sorry to burst […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I YOU ARE UNIQUE We all have different goals, motives, body types, lifestyles and time constraints, so a “cookie cutter” exercise program just won’t work for everyone. A good personal trainer will create a personalized […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I Many individuals feel that if they can find a “routine” that works for them, they can continue to perform that routine over and over again until they get into the shape they want. “I’ll […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I Determine What You Truly Want In order to accomplish any goal, big or small, you must clearly define what it is and what it is not. What is the goal, what does it look […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I Drink More Water Drink 0.8 fl oz of water per day for every pound that you weigh. (Ex: 165 lbs x 0.8 = 132 fl oz. = approx. 1 gal.). Did you know that 80% of […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I Many factors determine exactly how many calories you should consume. You need to consider the fact that you are different from everyone else. Factors such as height, weight, age, gender, body type, metabolism, activity […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I Everywhere you turn there’s another headline about how to lose weight and shave off fat. Many of these eye-catching headlines are myths, plain and simple. And if you’re not careful, they can suck you […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I The number one reason you don’t exercise is that you don’t have time. At least that’s what you tell yourself. I know we’re all busy. Between getting to and from work, balancing responsibilities and having time […]
By: Taylor Empey, Nationally Certified Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist ISSA – CFT, SFN, SET, SSN, and Elite Trainer Level I In this week’s fitness post, I’m giving you some seriously effective nutrition advice in a simple format so here are some quick questions to ask yourself each day to help you keep your eating […]