Hey everybody! Today I just want to take a minute and talk to you about an attitude for gratitude. The research shows, as one would expect, that how we interpret situations that happen to us really effect our health, our relationships, how happy we are, etc… Being thankful for those things that we do have… [Read More]
Holiday Survival Guide: How To Get Through The Holidays With No Regrets
3 Quick Tips To Stay Fit During The Holidays
Super Healthy and Easy Breakfast
[Super Healthy & Easy Breakfast] I’ve been making a variation of this for awhile. Easy. Tastes great. Probably get more nutrition in this one meal than most people get in an entire day. Step 1) Choose an oil to cook with. I prefer Avocado oil because it has a higher smoke point than most other… [Read More]
Easiest Way to Unload a Barbell
[The easy way to unload a barbell] Well it would have been alot easier if I ddin’t have a camera in my hand…. Cameras aside here is the easiest way I know how to unload a barbell without wearing out my back. Step 1) Take the weight collar and weights off one… [Read More]
Why do we crave sugar?
It’s both physical and psychological. Check out today’s 1:59 second video to learn more! Why do we crave sugar? [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrd9mhnWYBE[/youtube] -Nate and Buddy
How to meal plan as a single person with a variable schedule
How do you meal plan when you are single and have a variable schedule? Simple. I don’t see the difference between being single or in a relationship when it comes to meal planning. You still need to plan and bulk cook. In fact I would find it easier to only have to prepare food for… [Read More]
My family doesn’t want to eat what I cook; what should I do?
“I’m trying to eat well but my family doesn’t like what I want to cook and I don’t want to make 2 meals. What should I do?” There are 2 basic strategies I would use here. 1) Get them involved. Look through recipe books together and get their input. People hate being told what to… [Read More]
Circles of Influence
There are 3 basic circles of influence. Your success will depend upon which circle(s) you spend most of your time in. The largest circle consists of things outside of your control; like the weather. Successful people spend basically 0 time here. The middle circle are things you have some control over; like your relationships. Successful… [Read More]
Fitness doesn’t have an off switch
“After the holidays.” “Just as soon as summer vacation is over.” “I’ll get started when I have more time, I’m busy at work now.” Admit it….you’ve said this before ;/) Today’s 2 minute and 21 second video addresses this approach, the fallacy of it, and a better method. Hope you enjoy! [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iblD8npHEtE[/youtube]… [Read More]
Even slow progress is progess
“Everything is going pretty well….but I only lost 2lbs this week.” “I’ll do better next week!” Well. I’m here to tell you that 2lbs is phenomenal!!! Check out this 1 minute and 36 second video to learn more! Even Slow Progress is Progress [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEnHUTMab-g[/youtube]
3 Nutritional Principles of Fat Loss
Principles. If you understand them then no matter the situation you will be prepared to make an informed decision. Today’s 2 minute and 35 second video will cover the 3 principles everyone must know to be successful with a fat loss diet. 3 Nutritional Principles of Fat Loss [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N37InR0XOzw[/youtube]
Something About Goal Setting you Probably didn’t Know
Well it’s that time of year…. Everyone is talking goals. I thought I would jump on the bandwagon today and share something about goal setting a lot of folks just don’t think about. Hope you enjoy this 4:21 second video. Something About Goal Setting you Probably didn’t Know [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8HQoPcWuiQ[/youtube]
4 Reasons Deadlifts Rocks
The title says it all…. 3 Minute Video on Deadlifts. Need I say more? 4 Reasons Deadlifts Rock! [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qR7-XhvV5k[/youtube]
What Compounding Interest can Teach you about Getting in Shape
Little changes REALLY add up in the long run. Check out this quick 2 minute video to see some practical examples of how compounding works and how to apply it to your fitness routine. What Compounding Interest can Teach you about Getting in Shape [youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zsjTsm1chA[/youtube]
Are Higher Rep or Lower Rep Better for Weight Loss?
There is a quick test to decide where to start! Simply check your height vs. your waist measurement. If your waist is equal to or less than 1/2 your height I would start with a (relatively) lower rep scheme and focus on getting my relative strength up. If your waist is greater than 1/2 your… [Read More]
Bill
“When I made the choice to exercise six days a week as recommended in Younger Next Year by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge, M.D. running was not an option due to knee and foot surgeries, but walking and biking and occasional hiking were part of my aerobic plan. But I needed to begin weight training at two… [Read More]
Cindy
“When I began training I was hoping to increase my core and leg strength as well as feel and look better. However, I was concerned about beginning because my right knee is bone-on-bone and I wasn’t sure if I would be able to get up and down. I was also concerned about all the young… [Read More]
Emily Hersh
Before I came to Stowe, I was searching different places in Austin for someone who could meet my needs. I was having a hard time finding a trainer who could motivate me and help me reach my goals. Also, I was faced with a lot of pressure given I was a member of the… [Read More]
Sorush
“Since Nedu has been my trainer, I have lost well over 9% percentage points in body fat. This has dramatically improved my performance and cut down on the risk of injury to my body.” “I work for asked me to move to the middle east, Dubai specifically, about 3 years ago to help them… [Read More]
Jeremiah Leveck
“I first met Nate when I started working at 24 Hour Fitness years before he opened his studio. Nate soon transferred to another location to be their fitness manager. I hadn’t seen Nate for years. I ran into Nate at Freebirds and talked to him for a few minutes. He seemed to genuinely care… [Read More]
Heather
“I have been training with Nedu 3 times a week for 5 months. He has not only completely transformed me physically, but also spiritually and mentally. He has taught me that health and physical fitness / beauty begins on the inside, with a decision, faith and continued motivation. After having two children and working long… [Read More]
How Often Should you Track Weight Loss?
I used to obsess about the scale. I would check my weight almost every day. It would go up two pounds then back down again. I was frustrated! The problem with this approach is that obsessing over daily weigh-ins is a waste of time and energy. There are many factors that can affect your… [Read More]
Ken
“Training with Nedu has been an awesome health journey for me. When I first met Nedu I was a student at the University of Texas at Austin and an athlete for the Indonesian National Kickboxing (Sanshou) team. I had a long hiatus because I decided to study at UT and my body was out of… [Read More]
Why Sugar Detoxes Suck
It’s the first week of January and here you are all over again. Last year it was the same thing. And the year before that! You’ve decided to make losing weight one of your New Year’s Resolutions. Nothing has ever worked, but this time you’ve think you’ve got it: a sugar detox! The only problem… [Read More]
Crystal
“The reservations I had when considering personal training were pretty obvious. I felt like a beginner before meeting Gabe and that I wouldn’t be up to par in performance. I felt really nervous and that Gabe would judge my every move, but in the end it was the opposite of all that. Gabe helped me… [Read More]
Bridgette
“I tend to have a defensive personality so I was worried that training with a trainer would actually demotivate me, BUT, Gabe and I have built a great relationship and he has been 100% approachable and encouraging. That’s why I’ve stuck around for two plus years! From the beginning Gabe made sure that I… [Read More]
Andres
“The only reservation that I had when starting personal training was that I wasn’t sure that I would be able to fully commit not just to the training, but to the change of lifestyle. Gabe has done an awesome job of keeping me motivated…. [Read More]
Mark
“Nate is a past co worker, and good friend. He’s creative, fun, and most importantly always learning, This is one of the things I admire about him the most as a trainer. He is dedicated to becoming a master in his craft which is a ongoing never ending process. It is all to common to… [Read More]
Is the Cost of Getting Lean Worth the Trade Off?
Well Precision Nutrition knocks the ball out of the proverbial park again…. This article is so awesome and easy to read that there are literally no “Notes from Nate” included. Hope you enjoy this post as much as I did! – Nate The cost of getting lean: Is it really worth the trade-off? By Ryan… [Read More]
How Math can Help You Build Muscle
For those of you who want to know the “why” behind the “what” today’s post is for you. Don’t let the math part scare you; the lessons listed below really are quite simple. With that I’ll let author Greg Nuckols take over from here. Hope you enjoy! – Nate What you’re getting yourself into: ~3400… [Read More]
Gayle
I use to think that personal trainers were about bullying exercise out of a person by intimidation. Nope. That is SO not so. Not with Nate.Nate works with me, not against my resistance. I enjoy our sessions because they are kind and interesting, not mean. With him, my inner experience of exercise is friendly. My… [Read More]
How Much Sugar Can You Have?
“We know that sugar can cause a laundry list of health problems; so does that mean we should never eat it or simply moderate the amount that we consume. I think Phil Kaplan does a great job of answering this age old question. Hope you enjoy” – Nate How Much Sugar is OK? Frequently, after… [Read More]
Day 5: Fat Loss E-Course
Eating for Body Type what is good for the goose is not always good for the gander “No matter what I do, I just can’t gain weight” – Nate “Just eat what I eat, and I think you will have no problems” – Tommy Now how simple is that? The conversation could have easily… [Read More]
Day 4: Fat Loss E-Course
5 Questions when eating for Fat Loss Some real brain busters in there Meal Timing. Carb loading and timing. Carbs in the morning? How late can I eat? How much sugar is too much sugar? How much protein should I eat? Regular eggs or egg whites? The questions go on and on when it comes… [Read More]
