The New Magic Pill…

The New Magic Pill…

It’s coming soon. The new weight-loss drug: Qnexa. It’s not yet approved by the FDA… but, it’s just a matter of time. After all, there’s a ton of money involved! So, here we go again. Another “magic pill.”

Weight-Management on Auto Pilot

Weight-Management on Auto Pilot

At least once a week someone asks me for a weight-management program that can “run on auto-pilot.” The fact is.. there are lots of those programs and NOT ONE of them are successful. Why..? Because the most successful weight-management programs require HUMAN INTERACTION and COACHING! Do world class athletes just figure it out for themselves…? [...]

Take No Prisoners…!

Take No Prisoners…!

A business consultant once told me this: “Business takes no prisoners!” I have never forgotten it. If your business is losing money, you will eventually “go out.” It’s that simple. Business is a black and white proposition. No gray area. Either you’re making money or you’re not. END OF STORY! PERIOD! There comes a time [...]

How to Crush the Fat-Loss Competition!

How to Crush the Fat-Loss Competition!

Here it comes…. Starting in January all the fitness contests including “Biggest Loser” type campaigns (which should be based on body composition… right?) will kick-off in thousands of health clubs, gyms, studios and boot camps throughout the world. One-Way Ticket to the Winner’s Circle Listen, if you’re serious about your clients or members winning the [...]

4 Words That Can Transform Your Business

4 Words That Can Transform Your Business

It doesn’t matter whether you are a lawyer, accountant or personal trainer… all successful service-based companies and individuals should look their potential clients in the eye and ask this most important question using these four words: “What are your expectations?” Yup. That’s it. Just four little words. And no where is this more evident than [...]

1978 and You..!

1978 and You..!

I moved to Orange County, California from Vermont in 1978. My very first job in my new state was working for Jack LaLanne’s European Health Spa as a young 24-year old aspiring fitness manager. a “I loved the job. I loved helping people learn how to get healthy.” But another big part of the job [...]

How to Become the Lead Dog in Fitness

How to Become the Lead Dog in Fitness

Old business adage: “Unless you’re the lead dog… the view never changes!” You get the idea. In the business world there are “followers” and there are “leaders.” The followers simply punch the clock, do as little as possible and attempt to stay invisible. Meanwhile, leaders seek new challenges, provide solutions and always put in the [...]

Are You Confused About Supplements?

Are You Confused About Supplements?

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD… If there’s one thing in the fitness business that causes a tremendous amount of confusion… it’s supplements. Seriously, you almost need to be a biochemist to understand them. And, that’s exactly why bogus manufacturers get away with so many crappy products. For example, would you know how to tell whether or [...]