It has been a few years since my abdominal surgery.

Man, I'm happy that's over.

Specifically I had laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. It's a...

Watch out. Don't fall for it. It's a trap.

The trap of "tomorrow." Tomorrow becomes next week, next week becomes next month, next month becomes...

They say laughter is the best medicine, but have you tried a hearty laugh followed by a solid nap?

While the significance of a good night's sleep...

You are the sum of your habits.

And your habits define your behavior and shape your character.

So if you are looking to make a change, start with...

Are you making this common mistake?

Over the years, I’ve talked to a lot of over-40 men and women who want to get healthy and lose weight.

...

During the holidays it's tempting to skip workouts, eat mindlessly, and generally stress out.

So many folks struggle to stay lean and strong during...

It's about time for a new four-week training phase.

But first, a thought.

Don't fear circumstances or challenges.

Look in the mirror.

The person...

You travel to the market with grocery list in hand.

You walk down the aisle, browsing the orderly rows of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats and...

I don't know about you, but so many clients tell me they don't sleep very well.

Can you remember the last time you woke up after a full night's...

On Thanksgiving day many folks enjoy a feast of epic proportions.

Even your belt is making suggestions like, "Hey, maybe don't eat that fifth slice...

You don't have to sport a permed mullet and baggy muscle pants to look like an outdated bodybuilder.

For most guys, all it requires is a trip to...

One sunny Saturday, a few years back, I was at the neighborhood playground with my son, George.

He was nine years old at the time.

"Dad, see if you...

Your doctor said you should lift weights to increase bone density and build muscle. This helps to slow aging, right?

Problem is that weights are...

This is traditionally a "stormy" time of year in the Northeastern United States, also referred to as the Northeast.

The states included in this...

Why is it so hard to stick to good habits?

It seems to be remarkably easy to fall into unhealthy routines...

Eating junk food mindlessly. Watching...

A man walks into a restaurant and sits at a table.

The waiter comes over and asks, "Would you like the soup or salad?"

Man replies, "Oh, that...

Do you ever get stuck? Stuck thinking about the past and how things used to be?

I know I do. Maybe you're stuck in a relationship or in a job that...

A good burger is a combination of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.

It's also big on flavor. Each bite should include the perfect mix of salty...

Thanks to my mom and dad and other relatives, I enjoy reading.

When we were kids in elementary school, Mom would take us to the public library, for...

Ever stop to think? And forget to start again? It might be stress.

You see, stress affects all of us at some point.

Health, relationships, and...

One of the most powerful things you can do, to dramatically lose weight and slow aging, is to play "The Long Game."

It's the way I teach my...

Asparagus is high in vitamin A, folic acid and dietary fiber, which are all thought to play a vital role in fighting cancer.

It also contains high...

Some days you have good days, some days you have bad days.

Some days it makes sense.

Like when you are well rested, well nourished, and well...

Freedom.

It's something that, at times, I take for granted.

Maybe you do too.

A healthy body provides infinite freedom to live the life you desire....