THE SIX PILLARS OF LIFESTYLE MEDICINE

The aim of lifestyle medicine is to redesign health delivery to rely on therapeutic lifestyle interventions as a primary modality to treat, prevent, manage, and reverse chronic cardiometabolic conditions (Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC), 2023).

I’m sure you’ve heard that protein is important…here are the details!

Before you go any further, think about what you believe “motivation” is.

Is it excitement? Energy?

The clouds parting, sun shining through, a breeze in your face, and that adrenaline surge that has you hopping out of your chair and running like Rocky?

Here’s the reality: motivation is just a reason to do something. That’s it. It’s not action. It’s not consistency. It’s not discipline.

So if you’re asking how to stay motivated, what you’re really asking is:

How do I follow through and structure my life to work out consistently?

And the answer has nothing to do with motivation.

It comes down to decisions, systems, and priorities.

Why is everyone always trying to overcomplicate working out?! There are so many simple concepts within the fitness equation that become muddied due to the need to keep the wheels of business turning. All this really does, though, is create needless confusion. Let’s demystify!

Should I hire a personal trainer? What are the benefits of having a personal trainer? I’ve tried everything but can’t get to my fitness goals - What am I missing?

Think Fast: Why Your Brain Craves Creatine

While you might associate creatine with gym bros and bicep curls, your brain is actually the body’s biggest energy hog; consuming 20% of your fuel despite being only 2% of your weight. Essentially, your brain is a gas-guzzling private jet, and thinking is an endurance sport. Recent research shows that high-dose creatine supplementation (up to 20g+ daily) can act like an uninterruptible power supply for your skull, boosting memory and processing speed during periods of "metabolic stress" otherwise known as Monday morning. Whether you're battling sleep deprivation or just trying not to put your car keys in the refrigerator, creatine helps your neurons keep the lights on when your energy demands exceed your supply.

Why it’s important to differentiate the purpose of strength training, cardiovascular training, and nutrition when it comes to our health and wellness!

Creatine Monohydrate Is One of the Best Supplements for Muscle and Performance