TIME IS A PRECIOUS COMMODITY

As adults we have choices regarding how we spend our discretionary time, particularly when we have a limited quantity of this precious commodity. When it comes to time management, it is imperative to distinguish between what is essential and what is optional as we attempt to allocate this precious resource efficiently. Once we do so, we will then be in a more strategic position to optimize health & fitness.

We can choose to follow a widely hyped activity that claims to reduce stress, promote relaxation, increase flexibility, improve balance, as well as the quality of sleep. On the other hand, we can choose to follow a program based on over a generation of empirical evidence which accomplishes all of the above in addition to improving cardiovascular endurance, increasing cardio-respiratory fitness, improving bone mineral density, optimizing organ function, regulating insulin & blood glucose, regulating blood pressure, improving good cholesterol, decreasing bad cholesterol, avoiding pelvic & musculoskeletal issues, improving & maintaining cognitive function and so much more...

When we complete the full range of motion of any exercise, but particularly while lifting weights, we improve flexibility. When we stand while lifting weights for 90% of the exercises (whenever possible), we improve balance as we also activate and engage our entire core musculature. When we properly exhale as we exert during anaerobic exercise we also relieve and reduce stress.

The most efficient way to decrease excess body fat is to increase muscle by getting on our feet and learning to correctly and progressively execute compound multi-joint exercises using challenging yet safe external loads in conjunction with healthy, whole food nutrition in the correct macro-nutrient proportions.

If there is time to engage in what is optional as well as in what is essential, then by all means one can choose to do so. However, if there is only a limited amount of time to devote to exercise proven to prevent and mitigate the myriad of conditions & diseases then it is prudent to choose what is essential. As always, consult with an ethical board-certified physician for all your personal health needs and concerns.

As always,

​"CLIMB, LIFT & EAT WELL..." ®