Rants

A Good Example of Bad Advice

June 25, 2011 By JC Deen 49 Comments

Terribly awful, no-good, very bad advice seems to be rampant in the fitness industry. In all honesty, it makes my job of an educator, trainer and consultant much harder than it needs to be due to the amount of unsound advice being given in magazines, online articles and even from trainer to client.

The problem is the amount of information we have at our disposal, and the differing viewpoints of various authorities. And even then, the sheer amount of information is not the worst part. We often have zealots of certain methods who proclaim their methods as gospel.

Ever met a devout Paleo advocate or a hardcore crossfitter? Ever met someone who deemed gluten to be the cause of all physical ailments known to man? Or how about the trainer stuck on old research that’s since been debunked and replaced with newer, more relevant research?

This article is not to bash any such beliefs or zealots. I frankly don’t care if you’re into the Paleo thing or if you’re a HIT advocate. Most roads often lead to the same destination and that’s great.

My approach is simple. Find what is most congruent with your life and goals. Then build upon what works for you to hit your mark and enjoy the road to success.

In other words, make it as easy and fun as possible.

Today, I want to bring light to an article I came across early this morning about 3 a.m. as I rolled in from an awesome night out with my friends. [Read more...]

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The Twinkie Diet – A Mixed Bag

January 17, 2011 By JC Deen 20 Comments

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The truth is out. No longer do we have to worry about food choices when dieting. It turns out the old law of thermodynamics still applies, even though we often believe ourselves to be an exception. Thusly, as a result of the Twinkie Diet performed by Mark Haub, a professor at Kansas State University, perhaps clean eating really is a scam?

Regardless of how you feel about clean eating or whatnot – it’s evident that many fitness and nutrition zealots are slightly confused and some are slightly disgruntled.

What I love so dearly about this mini-study is that Mark is an educated professional (professor of human nutrition) and for the most part, it goes against all bro logic we’re exposed to on a daily basis. Ask anyone in your local gym if a diet full of junk food could result in fat loss and most all will tell you that you can never rid yourself of adiposity by eating Twinkies and all the sugar will wreak havoc on your insulin levels.

But here’s the funny thing – hardly anyone is willing to test the waters. We’re all familiar with beliefs and how powerful they can be – especially when our emotions are involved. And this is why many are unable to make objective decisions when it comes to their weight lifting routines and fat loss diets. [Read more...]

How I Gained 6.2 Pounds of Muscle in 48-hours…

November 28, 2010 By JC Deen 37 Comments

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Here’s the deal. I know I’ve been writing for the last two years about how we should all be sensible and practical when approaching this physique-enhancement venture. But it’s time I come clean and be real with you once and for all. I know, I know – some of you are going to be very disappointed but I just can’t contain myself any longer.

I need to let you in on a little secret.

I’ve been working behind the scenes on a project very few know anything about. I know you think I’m some sweet, southern boy who loves to talk fitness but over the last year, I’ve even spent a majority of my time in Europe and Asia performing studies on myself under the close watch of the most brilliant scientists. It’s sure to put all the fitness gurus out of business and it’s going to piss very many people off.

If you’re tired of wasting your time in the gym, and spinning your wheels, look no further; for your life is about to change. [Read more...]

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