How to Manage Stress Like a Zen Master mindset Mar 22, 2023

Michael Jordan, the most well-known basketball player, hit 49.7% of his shots over his career.

His percentage when taking game-winning shots? 48.0%.

Crazy, right?

No player has ever been considered more reliable under extreme stress, and he was...

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Who Is Coach Sharon Arangio? #arangiohero accountability mindset Mar 21, 2023

Pause.

I’ve written before about what Buddhists call the sacred pause.

This is also known as praying.

Choose moments throughout the day to stop what you are doing, even if it’s only for 30 seconds.

Breathe deeply and settle down just a...

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Winter Phase 3: Week 12 train Mar 19, 2023

You may have heard about the “mind-body connection,” but what does that really mean?

In a nutshell, your beliefs create feelings, which lead to actions, which produce results.

How would that work with fitness and nutrition?

Let’s...

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How to Avoid Shenanigans mindset Mar 16, 2023

In many parts of the world, Saint Patrick's Day is observed as a celebration of Irish and Irish-American culture.

My mom's side has Irish blood so I have a real connection to the island nation on the westernmost edge of Europe.

If you're also part...

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The Truth About Detox Diets nutrition Mar 15, 2023

Have you been lukewarm for too long?

Maybe going through the motions for a while?

Is your heart still in it?

Perhaps  it’s time to change the heat settings.

To bring more enthusiasm to your life.

To surround yourself with like-minded,...

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5 Laws of Fat Loss nutrition Mar 14, 2023

No one wants to hear it, but not everyone is ready to improve.

If you are unwilling to start training with any consistency, not willing to change your nutrition, and are spending more time looking for some magic pill or solution, you're not really...

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How to Avoid Decision Fatigue mindset Mar 13, 2023

Years ago, I would create these gigantic to-do lists with all the best intentions.

And then, at the end of the day, I'd be wondering why I didn't accomplish very much.

Sound familiar?

Nowadays most 40+ men and women do so many different...

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Winter Phase 3: Week 11 train Mar 12, 2023

The successful in any endeavor are the doers.

This is true whether it's clients who show up and train versus those who search for the magic solution.

Maybe you're frustrated with being overfat or obese because you research relentlessly and try a...

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How to Quit Cold Turkey mindset Mar 11, 2023

You are a sum of your habits.

I'd say that's possibly the most simplistic way to explain both success (or failure).

That's the recurring theme with all of my fitness-and-nutrition coaching clients.

Now, most clients take imperfect action and...

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What's Your Bodyfat? #arangiohero accountability mindset Mar 09, 2023

A quick lesson today if you've ever struggled to lose bodyfat.

There’s rarely a week that goes by that an over-40 man or woman doesn’t tell me how they "can't lose weight" in spite of having all the necessary components in place.

But...

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What's Your Purpose? mindset Mar 07, 2023

Your mental state affects your physical health.

If you are losing sleep or constantly worried, the stress lowers your ability to protect your body as the immune system is taxed.

According to the CDC, roughly two out of three U.S. adults are...

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How to Lose Weight and Keep It Off mindset Mar 06, 2023

Are you caught up chasing a million different diets and workouts?

Following dozens of different fitness “gurus” on social media?

Here's a way to reduce the overwhelm that has worked for me time and time again:

Know your target bodyfat...

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Winter Phase 3: Week 10 train Mar 05, 2023

You should feel pretty good after completing the previous workouts in this current training cycle.

This week is a good time to start increasing your weights, if you haven't done so already.

Just remember to use perfect technique. Be flawless with...

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What Are You Feeding Your Thoughts? mindset Mar 03, 2023

Ever wonder why some people are rarely negative, somehow finding a way to remain patient, optimistic, and positive in the midst of even the toughest circumstances?

Or why others are the exact opposite, having a sour outlook on life with a...

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How to Feel Fulfilled mindset Mar 02, 2023

In 2008, Swedish Scientists discovered a "weight-loss loophole."

Yes, the Swedes have discovered the power of an affinity group.

And it's the folks in this type of sportive group who will actually “do the work" for you so that you can lose...

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7 Excuses Are Keeping You Overweight mindset Mar 01, 2023

Maybe it's been a while since you had the energy and strength to get through the day.

You look in the mirror and feel frustrated.

You feel "old."

Blood work from a recent doctor's visit confirms that you need to lose weight so you lower your risk...

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How to Change Your Perspective accountability mindset Feb 28, 2023

When you chase your dreams, you will fail often.

And failure strengthens you for the future.

In truth, today's challenges help you become the future version of you.

But only if you embrace failure.

Forget the past and be present today.

Life is a...

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How to Go Where You Want mindset Feb 27, 2023

Imagine if you had a dozen full-time jobs.

Each job expects you to be at an office at least 40 hours per week.

You are also required to travel on weekends.

Sounds outrageous to juggle all of that responsibility, right?

Now imagine fitting in your...

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Winter Phase 3: Week 9 train Feb 26, 2023

Have you heard about the new squirrel diet? It’s just nuts.

But seriously, welcome to a brand-new cycle of training.

The ability to move your body is a gift.

A gift we often neglect.

There is a common saying, "If you don't move it, you lose...

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The New Fountain of Youth #arangiohero accountability mindset Feb 25, 2023

When this magazine reached out to me and Sharon, to interview us about how we are helping folks get lean and strong, we felt very honored.

After the interview, there was a photo shoot.

Then a few weeks later the editor told us we were the feature...

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How to Break Free accountability mindset Feb 24, 2023

A young boy was at the circus and he saw this massive elephant tied to a stake by a thin rope.

Really, it was more like a shoelace because that's how thin it was.

He asked his dad how such a flimsy little rope could possibly hold this powerful...

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How Justin Lost 40 Pounds #arangiohero accountability mindset Feb 23, 2023

Justin knows what it means to take imperfect action.

He dropped 40 pounds of fat in 13 weeks in our Premium Fitness-and-Nutrition Coaching Program.

No pills or magical potions, just small changes each week.

In fact, he transformed by "acting...

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How to Stop Complaining mindset Feb 22, 2023

During stressful times, it’s easy to complain.

Your words have the ability to poison or give life. 

Now, there is a time and a place for “venting” but you must be sure you’re doing everything in your power to speak...

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How to Avoid Serious Trouble mindset train Feb 21, 2023

Received an email asking for coaching advice.

Basically this person wanted to know how to set up a conditioning workout.

If you've been reading my teachings for a while, you know I am eternally sharing free training, nutrition, recovery, mindset,...

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