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Sure! I am an NASM CPT with "advanced" certification. I'll be honest, I've not renewed it since 2012, since I don't work in the field any longer. I had time on my hands and decided to get certified on a whim. I held a part time position at LA fitness during post grad at LA fitness in Arcadia, CA. I doubled majored in…

I think we are tugging at the same string. Being exact in our efforts in calculating CICO is definitely an endeavor with marginal (if best) returns. I agree that the closest estimations we can muster are in most cases effective. If I've lead anyone to believe that I am talking down to them in terms of their weight loss or…

HEY! I also have an Aussie! She hates working out though. Lazy girl by nature, but she comes with me to the office and to the gym, so that's something. Also over the years I stopped buying dog food and she gets boiled chicken and carrots so in a sad way we're kind of on the same diet, haha. Your dog is beautiful...my girl…

I think keto is a great way to drop weight. To the comment that carbs=energy, yes, but definitely not the only source of energy. The body makes do with what the body gets, which is the whole premise behind keto. Fats can be energy as well and so can protein, though perhaps in a secondary or less immediately accessible…

If we're talking vegan based diets, I'm afraid it's really going to come down to legumes and nuts. I have had great success with soy and the proposed estrogen affects of it aren't any where near as drastic as you would think. Personally, I don't believe that soy can negatively impact estrogen levels beyond some marginal…

No worries. I tend to get confrontational, so please excuse my rudeness. I knew with my post that I'd have to defend my position, and if nothing else, I am defensive. I'm really glad you've found someone to help you in the community, and wish you the best of luck...if you're ever in the need of advice however marginal,…

Apparently so. I meant no disrespect! But please do not pick out a line of text and make it bold faced to suggest that I am at odds with my industry...it's destructive to my original message: that I have overwhelming respect for the people working in my field, and I am a long term poster here, since 2012. But at the same…

I agree, once again! Some people can lose weight on "eat less, run more", others need a little more explanation, and even others need the full rundown of human metabolism. My peers, I'm sure are working on this forum to benefit others as I am, so please don't discredit their attempts. My view has always been that weight…

Oh, I see why we're not communicating correctly! All I meant is that CICO is only useful if you know your own body, your habits, and your every day efforts. As in, you have to know yourself and how your body works to apply the concept of calories in and calories out. I categorize that as your biology...which was never…

Hi Psu, trust me, I barely have a degree in being coherent. In your response I sense that you and I both know that setting a client or an individual on the right path for success is more than half the battle. In the end, the road traveled is nowhere as hard as finding or building the road. I would only hope that you might…

Within you, whatever the case, is a better version of yourself. Take the time you need to realize that you are still a force to be reckoned with. Gather the courage to continue, and continue. =) You can do push-ups, bench press, pull ups! Don't let anyone doubt you or who you want to be.

Add me! I'm always here to help =)

Good point. I'm actually with you, and I'm glad you have embraced the simplicity of it with such success. But many haven't, you must understand. You must be one of those people that like structure. I am, too. Just because it comes simple to you does not mean it's a simple task for others. As to the science involved, just…

To your first point, valid. I don't think I was arguing to the contrary of your contention. Perhaps just a slight restating of the facts that we both seem to understand. No issue there. To your second, Again, if you care to read my post thoroughly. The "parameters" are individualized and therefore must be tweaked based on…

I see...that's valuable advice, if taken correctly and with a heavy grain of salt. But aren't we trying to help a community of people prosper and simplify (not mystify) their weight loss and health goals? I've been active in the field of performance and nutrition for 13 years, and I've realized that in those instances…

I think it's cultural. And I am torn on this subject because it's at the root of a national (US) epidemic. Obesity and the tendency towards obesity is certainly a disease, but one that must be fought with will power. Otherwise we are resigning to a defeat that is so evidently avoidable. I believe Americans are…

Haha, I don't think anyone knows the sciency-thermo stuff, no matter how much they claim to. You give me too much credit in that aspect. Many people on these forums think they know a thing or two about a thing or two, but in fact they lack the ability to apply them with any meaningful effect. I hope I'm not one of those…

My freshman 15 was a freshman 30.....And here's my advice. You only get one college experience, and friendships are important. Eating a few fries here and there won't cripple your efforts unless you make it a habit. I've been a firm believer of surrounding myself with people that understand your goals and have goals of…

Haha, I'm totally down, but....what'a diary? Like my food log? Because that is so boring.

Patiently Waiting - 50 Cent and Eminem!!

Ok! Don't get sad or frustrated just yet. You're within a community of people trying to help. I see that you've just this week started the strength training and that's awesome! I always advise to incorporate some kind of resistance training. That just might be the ticket to ongoing progress, afterall. If you're not seeing…

Probably does nothing but could make you feel better after a really hard training session! Does anyone have studies on bubble baths vs cortisol levels?!!?! If so, I'm totally low stress.

3 years ago, I wrote on this forum an article that sparked a healthy yet rigorous debate about CICO, and why (for most) 1200 calories is not the answer to long term sustained fitness and weight loss. It was titled "1200 calories and why it won't work". I wrote the article as a one-off, as I hardly ever participate in…

Woot indeed.

Absolutes are something I also have a high disdain for. yes...fitness here can be myopic..indeed there are many cases where we miss the forest for the tree...my mother is also vegan. Here's the problem I have with vegans for the sake of being vegan. 1. As you've said, you have to be vigilant to uphold the lifestyle. Track…

I think.....biceps are great, but glutes are way betterrrrrrr

Dietary cholesterol has nothing to do with cholesterol levels in the blood...the is more a correlative of fats....though..in the instance of yolks...if you can understand that each egg has 7/5 ratio of protein to fat, and you don't eat like 20 eggs a day...you're fine.

I agree with most of that..but I cannot apply it...so it may not be true for all individuals. I believe cardio serves a few functions that are yet to be proven by science...as the science in this field is completely non-existent. All "bodybuilders"(at least that want to get on stage) do cardio. They actually taper cardio…

Whoaaaaa...round two?? IN!

Haha...didn't mean to offend, and I believe memes are f**ing stupid. But ok. "murica...." argument stands. you are vegans because you have the right to be. Though all performance and health science would refute that decision....there is no need to justify....your veggies are sacred for no sacred reason. Love it.