2024-04-22 18:31
Well, so far, I haven't made any headway in trying to get myself kickstarted for this latest challenge. However, I think I made some progress from a mental perspective. At least, more than I… Read More
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A collection of fitness information for physical activity and the way you eat. Healthy living isn't as difficult as you may believe. All it takes is motivation.
2024-04-15 18:05
Every Monday, I get a sense of invincibility and that I can take on the world. Yet, the universe says, "Hold my beer," and tosses everything at me at once. Still, I'll keep trying to gain a… Read More
2024-04-08 19:34
This last week was a bit of a struggle. I'm not exactly sure how or why I fell apart, but I still lost 1.6 pounds from the week before. So, I suppose I can still call that a win despite bein… Read More
2024-04-01 19:51
This last weekend was Easter, and I gorged myself a bit on its goodness. At first, I was going to try to be good and record everything I ate. Then I thought, "Why?" As long as I go back to m… Read More
2024-03-25 18:24
Well, here we are; two weeks into my latest fitness challenge and I'm not really challenging myself. It kind of defeats the purpose of creating a challenge if you don't have any intention of… Read More
2024-03-18 20:30
I was doing quite well throughout most of the week keeping the calories green. But I decided to give myself a weekend off as the plan was to do some drinking and play some games. Since I'm n… Read More
2024-02-12 16:10
This will be the third restarting of my 12-week fitness challenge in 2024. The last attempts have been met with illnesses of various kinds and last week, my grandmother passed away. I've had… Read More
2024-02-12 16:10
Last Updated on February 12, 2024 by Michael Brockbank So, I wanted to start my 12-week fitness challenge again last Monday, but I threw a flag on the play and had to repeat the first down… Read More
2024-02-05 16:30
Although a few people will be disappointed that I restarted the fitness challenge for 2024, I have quite a few good reasons to do so this time around. A lot of it has to do with what I want… Read More
2024-01-22 15:26
Three weeks into this new 12-week fitness challenge and I've gained 2.2 pounds overall. This past week wasn't the best in terms of exercising, eating well, or mental health. But I'm not goin… Read More
2024-01-15 16:20
This past week has been a tough one for me. I've had to deal with a mixture of stress and depression, which isn't a very good combination, especially if you're trying to set some goals and d… Read More
2024-01-08 17:05
This past week, I only lost 0.8 pounds. However, I believe I'll wind up dropping quite a bit over the next few days as the weight is probably from bingeing on Saturday while I was sick.
The… Read More
2024-01-01 19:38
Here we are; it's January 1st and I'm ready to take on yet another 12-week fitness challenge. And I'll keep attempting them until I succeed. Though, I am relatively confident this one will g… Read More
2023-12-19 17:05
I knew it was going to be difficult to maintain my 12-week fitness challenge throughout the holidays, but this was a bit beyond expected. There was so much going on this year that every oppo… Read More
2023-12-18 16:00
Did you know that roughly 46% of people over the age of 51 do not consume enough protein in the United States? This is but a fraction of the one billion people on Earth who are protein defic… Read More
2023-12-10 21:32
So, I managed to lose a bit of weight this week but didn't put in nearly as much effort as I wanted to. Wow, doesn't that sound familiar? Still, I can't be upset at the results, which were b… Read More
2023-12-03 22:10
This week, I only lost 0.8 pounds from what I weighed last Sunday. And yes, I am well aware of why I didn't lose much weight. It seems I keep falling into the same traps as before when it co… Read More
2023-11-26 23:41
Between everyone being here and hanging out most of the week, Thanksgiving did a number on my weight loss and fitness goals. That was to be expected, though. The trick is to not let it get m… Read More
2023-11-19 21:18
This week wasn't all that bad, considering the sheer amount of stress and chaos I had to endure. And in some ways, it's still going. Still, I've managed to lose 2.4 pounds this week, so I ca… Read More
2023-11-16 17:00
Storage containers for meal prepping are quite useful when you're planning out your week of dieting. Should you use the Bentgo Meal Prep Kit storage containers as part of your routine?
The p… Read More
2023-11-13 16:56
When it rains, it pours. This is perhaps one of the most difficult challenges I've tried to complete. The sheer amount of personal drama is at an all-time high. If it's not me hurting myself… Read More
2023-10-31 23:42
Looking to add more to your workout? The Spri 2lb pair wrist weights gave me quite a surprise and are easily among my favorite pieces of workout equipment. They turned a regular workout into… Read More
2023-10-29 19:04
Last Updated on October 29, 2023 by Michael Brockbank Although I was managing myself quite well at the beginning of week four, I lost forward momentum yet again. However, I have a feeling wh… Read More
2023-10-22 17:32
Last Updated on October 22, 2023 by Michael Brockbank This morning, I weighed in at 231.2 pounds. So, I’ve lost a total of three pounds over the last three weeks. I can’t be too… Read More
2023-10-15 21:45
Last Updated on October 15, 2023 by Michael Brockbank This past week, I gained everything that I lost in week one. That’s what happens when you hurt your back and can barely move while… Read More
2023-10-08 17:50
It seems like every time I start a new fitness challenge, I hurt myself in some way. About halfway through Saturday, I did something to my back to the point of being barely able to move arou… Read More
2023-10-03 23:19
A lot of people are incredibly overfed. However, it's not entirely their fault. In some ways, corporations are partially responsible for keeping society fat. It's all about portion control a… Read More
2023-09-26 14:18
Yesterday, I set a sitewide record on Exercise.com for the Machine Back Extension at 220 pounds. And although that might sound impressive, it would be even more so if Exercise.com wasn't suc… Read More
2023-09-24 16:46
Perhaps the end of the year isn't the most ideal time for a 12-week fitness challenge. After all, you're faced with three major holidays worth of goodies. However, it can be done as long as… Read More
2023-09-07 19:30
Keeping track of your intake is extremely useful for health and fitness. Not only does it help you maintain a diet to lose weight, but it can also show you a lot of great information about y… Read More
2023-09-03 18:36
Yep, for the second week in a row, I didn't record anything in the spreadsheet. And again, I toyed with the idea of restarting the challenge. However, I've decided to see it through to figur… Read More
2023-08-27 18:43
I haven't had the most stellar couple of weeks. It's been ultra-difficult to stay on task in just about everything, and at times, I felt like crashing. This is a shining example of how weigh… Read More
2023-08-15 21:21
Over the years, I've mentioned my Net 600 Calorie Diet a number of times. And although I know it works best for me, I've decided to get some numbers to back up my claim. It's time to put thi… Read More
2023-08-13 20:59
This past week, I didn't do nearly as well as I wanted. But I still dropped 1.4 pounds from the week before. So, I can't really say that it was a failure. Let's call it more like a speed bum… Read More
2023-08-06 22:22
Well, this past week wasn't what I was hoping for in terms of my weight loss journey. However, it wasn't all bad, in the grand scheme of things. In fact, in some ways, I actually did a bit b… Read More
2023-07-30 18:42
As with most of the first weeks of my fitness challenge, I've lost six pounds. Now, that may sound somewhat impressive, but it is actually quite normal when you first start dieting and exerc… Read More
2023-07-23 18:47
Here we are, yet again, when I decide to try to put in maximum effort to complete a 12-week fitness challenge. I've lost count as to how many of these I've tried, but I'll keep trying until… Read More
2023-07-16 20:57
Well, we're wrapping up another failed attempt at a 12-week fitness challenge. However, I can't really be too hard on myself given everything that has been going on and the fact that I still… Read More
2023-07-09 18:36
Well, here we are, just two weeks to go and I crashed in an epic fashion. I was thinking about just saying to hell with it and restarting yet again. However, I've decided to see what I can d… Read More
2023-06-30 23:42
What if there is equipment at the gym that you love to use but it seems everyone and their dog is working out that day? You could stand in line, or you can find an alternative to the exercis… Read More
2023-06-25 18:41
I've had a few issues the past couple of weeks getting my head in the game. There have been quite a few extenuating circumstances that have slowed my progress. But at least I'm still in the… Read More
2023-06-23 19:30
The BMI scale, or Body Mass Index, is a completely flawed method for tracking personal physique. A lot of people put too much stock into the BMI during their weight loss journey. However, it… Read More
2023-06-21 20:03
Did you know that cardio activity can lead to more than just losing weight? While weight loss is a driving factor for many, there are actually quite a few benefits to adding more cardio to y… Read More
2023-06-16 19:30
How often do you find food choices affecting your life? In reality, what we eat can make a profound impact on how we feel outside of packing on the pounds. In this episode of Fitness in Theo… Read More
2023-06-15 19:30
I've been a fan of Halo Top products for a while now. In fact, I rather like a lot of their ice creams. But did you know you can make Halo Top cookies? In this instance, I tried out the pean… Read More
2023-06-11 17:37
Well, this week wasn't the banner weight loss journey I was hoping for, but I did get motivated for a few things. Regardless of how crappy I did in some aspects, I still lost 2.6 pounds this… Read More
2023-06-09 19:30
Has the use of artificial intelligence gone too far in some cases? There is no doubt that AI has made quite an impact across the globe lately. But is it right for health and fitness advice?… Read More
2023-06-04 19:30
Although I didn't have the most stellar of weeks for my weight loss challenge, I'm still down a total of 8.4 pounds. That's not too bad considering I haven't really been trying very hard and… Read More
2023-06-03 00:01
How often does your health and fitness take a vacation with you? A lot of us will just enjoy the time off and not really think about exercising or diets. However, it's not all that difficult… Read More
2023-05-28 22:39
This past week has been a bit of a rough one. Not only did I absolutely forget to track a couple of days, but then I spent the weekend at my daughter's graduation and didn't track a single t… Read More
2023-05-26 19:30
In this episode, we talk about burning out and ways to avoid doing so. Though, like most other shows, it went off the rails relatively quickly, and I don't think we really did the topic just… Read More
2023-05-21 19:00
This last week wasn't the most productive for the 12-week fitness challenge. I really didn't put in as much effort as I could have and this weekend has been filled with goodies. In the end… Read More
2023-05-18 19:30
How often do you obsess about food? For many of us, it's part of the cause of why we've gained so much weight. In this episode of Fitness in Theory, we talk about obsessions and what we've d… Read More
2023-05-14 17:42
In week two of my 12-week fitness challenge, I managed to hurt myself quite well. Not only did I sprain my foot early on, but then I stretched wrong and pulled a muscle in my neck. Needless… Read More
2023-05-11 20:17
Fitness influencers are a dime a dozen. Whether it's on YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok, these influencers push to share their message of health and fitness. But not all of them do so in your… Read More
2023-05-07 16:59
This first week of my latest 12-week fitness challenge was quite productive. For the most part, I lost 6.4 pounds while focusing intensely on playing the Oculus. Not to mention a few laps ar… Read More
2023-04-27 19:30
Having a good support structure surrounding you can make a world of difference in your fitness or weight loss goals. In this episode, we talk about how support and encouragement can help you… Read More
2023-04-23 21:01
Yes, here we go, attempt number nine for this 12-week fitness challenge. I think it's nine, anyway. Despite how often I fail, I'll keep trying until I succeed even though I feel like a broke… Read More
2023-04-21 19:30
When it comes to weight training, most aim to show off their "guns." And while everyone has their own approach to arm workouts, there are some things you can do at home to improve that mass… Read More
2023-04-20 19:40
This is probably a semi-controversial topic, but it is what it is. The bottom line is that being happy with your weight is OK. Just don't expect everyone else to bend to your will.
The post… Read More
2023-04-13 19:30
During the Easter weekend, a lot of us indulge in quite the feast. Whether it's a family dinner or a slew of chocolate, it's easy to rack up the calories. However, that doesn't mean you have… Read More
2023-04-12 19:30
I'm a fan of bodyweight exercises of all kinds. Mostly, it's because of the practical benefits, such as lifting heavier groceries or moving furniture around the house. Today, we're going to… Read More
2023-04-09 21:03
For the second week in a row, my levels of stress have been incredibly high. And when I think I am coming out of the woods, I trip on a vine. Yet, I think I am starting to reach the clearing… Read More
2023-04-09 21:03
For the second week in a row, my levels of stress have been incredibly high. And when I think I am coming out of the woods, I trip on a vine. Yet, I think I am starting to reach the clearing… Read More
2023-04-07 19:30
One of the things I love most about meal prep is whipping up some Trader Joe's Kung Pao Chicken and Chicken Fried Rice. Let's take a look at how I set this up as a freezer meal and why it's… Read More
2023-04-02 18:34
This was perhaps one of the most stressful weeks of 2023 by far. It seemed like everything I touched turned to ash and dissolved in front of my eyes like Thanos snapping his fingers. But I'm… Read More
2023-04-02 18:34
This was perhaps one of the most stressful weeks of 2023 by far. It seemed like everything I touched turned to ash and dissolved in front of my eyes like Thanos snapping his fingers. But I'm… Read More
2023-03-31 19:30
What kind of relationship do you have with food? In this episode of Fitness in Theory, we talk about how we look at food and the emotional connections we make while eating and dieting.
The p… Read More
2023-03-26 18:39
At the end of week two, I lost 3.4 pounds. This brings the total to 7.6 over the course of this recent fitness challenge. However, I wasn't really all that productive in terms of exercise, w… Read More
2023-03-26 18:39
At the end of week two, I lost 3.4 pounds. This brings the total to 7.6 over the course of this recent fitness challenge. However, I wasn't really all that productive in terms of exercise, w… Read More
2023-03-24 19:30
For the longest time, I've been trying to get a good groove going to get some of our recipes up on the site. Unfortunately, I am usually pressed for time and haven't been able to get them go… Read More
2023-03-23 19:30
What kind of goals do you have in terms of physical fitness? Are you aiming to look like The Rock, or do you just want to lose a few pounds? In this episode of Fitness in Theory, we look at… Read More
2023-03-20 14:45
The first week of putting in maximum effort into my 12-week fitness challenge ended well. Although a few of my plans were derailed, losing more than four pounds is nothing to scoff at.
The p… Read More
2023-03-12 17:00
Today, I'm starting the eighth iteration of my 12-week fitness challenge. This last time, although I felt very good about it in the beginning, fell apart rather quickly. Let's try it one mor… Read More
2023-03-09 20:30
In this episode, we talk about restarting fitness challenges and what we hope to accomplish. We talk about our goals and the things we'll put into practice to help us achieve them.
The post… Read More
2023-03-05 21:38
Well, the past couple of weeks were quite a failure. Between a lot of birthdays, dinners, family outings, and taking off this Friday to Utah, the last couple of weeks of my latest fitness ch… Read More
2023-02-23 20:30
The simplest way to sum up losing weight is to keep yourself in a caloric deficit. Of course, there's a bit more to it than that. But at its core, that could be enough to help most people. T… Read More
2023-02-22 20:30
Lunchables are an incredibly popular meal for some or a snack for others. And although they're relatively inexpensive, your not getting the best nutritional value for the money. What can you… Read More
2023-02-19 21:57
So, it's been seven weeks since I started this latest 12-week fitness challenge, and I've only lost 6.2 pounds in total. What's funny is that 2.6 of it was in this past week. However, I'm co… Read More
2023-02-16 17:25
I'm always on the lookout to gamify fitness as much as possible. That's because making it fun is what keeps me motivated. Today, I'm starting a new challenge to see which burns more calories… Read More
2023-02-12 18:55
Here we are, halfway through my latest iteration of the 12-week fitness challenge and I haven't really done much for fitness. In fact, I've only lost 3.6 pounds in total since I began this y… Read More
2023-02-05 19:25
This last week was anything but smooth sailing. I had the hardest time getting the motivation to do much, whether for fitness or for my writing career. But we all have those weeks when every… Read More
2023-02-03 20:30
Trying to lose weight can be exceptionally difficult, especially if you lack motivation. Sure, it's easy to say you want to lose weight, but are you really putting in the effort to make a fe… Read More
2023-02-02 20:30
Ever thought about having weight loss surgeries? Before you commit to a gastric bypass or the gastric sleeve, make sure you weigh your options and risks. In this episode of the FiT podcast… Read More
2023-02-01 20:30
If you want a grueling exercise to work on your core as well as a series of other muscles, you might want to think about the ab roller. This simple device can help you develop muscles you di… Read More
2023-01-29 20:57
This week wasn't the best in terms of progress. Although I am still losing a bit of weight, I made a few decisions that didn't work out well for my weight loss journey. Again, it was another… Read More
2023-01-26 20:30
In this episode of Fitness in Theory, Sam and I try to talk about the different apps and tools we use for weight loss. These are some of the most profound things we've used over the past dec… Read More
2023-01-25 20:30
A lot of diets center around the frozen food section. Lean Cuisine and other brands offer a low-calorie meal that can help you shed the pounds. However, creating your own freezer meals could… Read More
2023-01-24 21:46
I finished off week three of my 12-week fitness challenge by losing another two pounds. It's not the incredible loss I was looking for, but I suppose it's still forward momentum. However, I… Read More
2023-01-20 20:30
Not everyone looks at their home while getting excited to keep it cleaned up. But there are all kinds of ways you can exercise around the house without it feeling like a chore. It all comes… Read More
2023-01-19 20:30
In this episode of Fitness in Theory, we went quite a bit off the rails. I'm not even sure how much of the topic we actually covered. But the idea was to set realistic goals for yourself ins… Read More
2023-01-18 20:30
Although I didn't lose an incredible amount of weight during week two, I did have a bit of forward momentum. Though, I did struggle a few nights trying to keep on task with my diet and exerc… Read More
2023-01-13 20:30
It seems you can't look anywhere on the Internet without coming across a low-carb diet of some kind. And although things like Keto are quite popular, technically any diet that focuses on dec… Read More
2023-01-12 20:30
Regarding health and fitness, not everyone can shoot from the hip and be successful. Some of us need some kind of structure and plan to help us realize our goals. In this episode of Fitness… Read More
2023-01-11 20:30
When some people think of the gym, they imagine bulking up and walking around like the Incredible Hulk. In reality, though, this doesn't happen unless you put in the effort to make it happen… Read More
2023-01-08 21:28
So, I lost 0.6 pounds this first week. I guess that's forward momentum, but not exactly what I was aiming for. But there were a few extenuating circumstances that kind of screwed up week one… Read More
2023-01-06 20:30
The Internet is full of gear for exercising. And although there are quite a few questionable things out there, you can find some exercise equipment that has practical use. Today, I'm looking… Read More
2023-01-05 20:30
How you start your fitness journey is all a matter of perspective, really. Your goals, needs, and wants will differ from most. So, where do you start? In this podcast episode, we talk about… Read More
2023-01-04 20:30
How did I stop overeating an entire pizza and stick to just one or two slices per sitting? More importantly, how did I lose more than 80 pounds without feeling like I was starving myself? We… Read More
2023-01-02 17:26
This episode of Fitness in Theory is a bit late. But that's what happens when we had to reschedule and try to wrap up 2022 within a two-day window. In any case, we're talking about New Year'… Read More
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