The leptin-melanocortin pathway is a key system in your body that helps manage hunger and energy use. Here's how it works: leptin, a hormone produced by fat cells, communicates with the brain (specifically, the hypothalamus) to signal how much energy your body has stored in the form of fat. When there is enough stored energy, leptin tells the... Continue Reading →
The Importance of Varied Training
Regular exercise is a crucial component of a healthy lifestyle, benefiting not only physical fitness but also mental well-being. However, the concept of training encompasses various approaches and methods, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we will delve into the pros and cons of different types of training and... Continue Reading →
Walking = UNDERRATED
Walking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of exercise, and has been shown to have numerous benefits for physical and mental health. In fact, recent studies suggest that walking may be more effective than running for fat loss. Walking has been shown to be an effective way to improve cardiovascular health. According... Continue Reading →
CONDITIONING IN A HURRY
My current conditioning program is pretty simple. I will be doing a 12 week TABATA progression 2x per week along with my normal workouts and normal active recovery. Tabata training was discovered by Japanese scientist Dr. Izumi Tabata and a team of researchers from the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Tokyo. It was... Continue Reading →