There's only one thing that separates those that accomplish their fitness goals from those that don't and that's.....taking ACTION! I've shared this quote before, but it's something I think is so true. "Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you never, ever have enough." - Oprah Winfrey Yeah, I … [Read more...]
You Are In Charge in 2011!
While there are many things in life that you do not have direct control over, what ends up in your mouth is not one of them! In 2011 You control what you eat. Instead of eating extra large portions, this New Year choose wisely and your body and waistline will thank you for it. Couple this with a regular fitness routine and you will find that reaching and maintaining your … [Read more...]
Method Evolution Clients Donate Big for the Pearland Neighborhood Center
The numbers are in… Method Evolution clients donate 1,367.50 pounds of food during our November food drive for the Pearland Neighborhood Center. Here are a few pictures taken during delivery… Our Trainer of the Month hard at work loading the truck Thanks again everyone for your help and contributions! Team Method Evolution Pearland’s Body Transformation Experts … [Read more...]
Pearland Personal Trainer Asks, “Do you make excuses not reasons?”
I love this time of year--don't you? The holiday season gains momentum in a flurry of parties and festivities as each day brings us closer to the New Year. However, there is a downside... We have officially entered the 'Season of Excuses.' That's right, even the most dedicated fitness enthusiast will skip workouts and eat too much junk this month. Because it's Christmas, after all... … [Read more...]
Pearland Personal Trainer vs The Scale
There's twenty 23 days left in '10 and I don't know about you, but to me, it's absolutely flown by! I was watching some football over the weekend and was thinking about all the diet commercials about ready to hit us all upside the head in the next few weeks. I believe most people know how to get fit, lose body fat and get healthy. The thing is..... We just don't stay motivated to … [Read more...]
Get to Know Your Pearland Personal Trainers
We recently added two new additions to our Method Evolution TEAM. Though you may have had the pleasure of working with both of them – today I wanted to introduce them a bit “deeper”… a bit more of who-they-are…. JEJUAN PLAIR FAVORITE MOVIE: Taken and Lion King (It’s a tie) WHAT DOES EXERCISE MEAN TO YOU: It’s the only selfish act I do on the regular … [Read more...]
Pearland Personal Trainer Shares A Laugh
I hope you had a FABULOUS Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend! To ease back into the week, I thought I would share a few laughs with you…(heck, it burns calories too!) Enjoy your Monday! JC Guidry METHOD EVOLUTION Pearland’s Body Transformation Experts Personal Training Studio and Pearland BootCamps … [Read more...]
Pearland Best Body Challengers Show Up For Breast Cancer Awareness
The 6 week Pearland Best Body Challenge is now at a close…and we want to thank all participants for your hard work. With your support and donations we were able to deliver $3735 to the Pink Ribbon Project this week. Jennifer and Jeannie delivering the donation We are currently doing post challenge measurements and the winner(s) will be announced at the end of this week. … [Read more...]
Pearland Personal Trainer Reveals a Fat Burning Secret
When it comes to getting a flat stomach, most people think they need to do long, boring cardio. You know the kind I'm talking about -- where you spend over an hour on the treadmill or elliptical machine. And if you do this kind of cardio long enough and often enough -- you just might burn enough calories to lose a little bit of ab fat. (research supports 4-6 pounds total a year!) But … [Read more...]
One of the Biggest Mistakes While Dieting
This one thing can be the downfall of your dieting…it can keep you at the same weight you are right now longer than you would like. You go to bed, you ate dinner a few hours ago and it has had a chance to start digesting, so it isn’t resting on your stomach all night. You took that brisk walk after dinner and hit the sack ready for tomorrow. You get up in the morning, check the … [Read more...]
The Fat Burning Zone Myth
"If you want to lose a few pounds you need to do long, slow, steady-state aerobic exercise in the fat burning zone." Heard this advice before? It's one of the biggest misconceptions in the exercise and weight-loss world. If long, slow, steady-state aerobics was the key to fat loss every person who crosses the finish line of a marathon or Ironman would have very low body fat. … [Read more...]
Is There An Easy, Perfect Office Lunch?
Would you believe me if I said there is such a thing as an Easy, Perfect Office Lunch? Well there is…here is an example of a healthy and balanced packed lunch. Try this one out, and then use it as a springboard for your own creative lunch ideas. Don't fall into the trap of eating the same thing day after day. Here's what you need... For the wrap: 1 green tortilla 1 chicken … [Read more...]
Method Evolution Wants To Save You Hundreds In The Kitchen!
We know you’re working hard juggling your job, the kids schedules, taking care of the house and oh yeah, trying to maintain that relationship. It’s perfectly natural for all of us to opt for dinner out rather than getting organized enough to make dinner happen at home. But from a health and weight loss perspective, our most important food decision isn’t just what to order from a menu. … [Read more...]
METHOD’s Snicker Protein Shake
Who doesn’t like Snickers? How about a special treat with a PROTEIN kick?!? Ingredients: 1 ½ scoops Chocolate Protein Powder 2 tsp. Sugar Free Caramel Syrup ¼ C. Slivered Almonds 2 ice cubes Instructions: 1. Pour 8 oz. of cold water into blender 2. Add 1 ½ scoops of Protein Powder 3. Add ¼ C. Slivered almonds & 2 tsp. Sugar Free Caramel … [Read more...]
Wait….before you buy that exercise video…
Exercise videos are a great way to get a workout on a regular basis. The video or DVD can easily be used in the privacy of the home any time you like. This means your workout time is no longer dictated by the hours of operation at the local gym or other factors that can inhibit exercise. Of course, you do need to consider several factors before purchasing any exercise video. Here are some … [Read more...]
Simple Weight Loss / Fitness Goal Setting Tool
Here is a simple goal setting tool that you can use set the foundation for your weight loss / fitness results. This is part of the same handouts we give our Personal Training and BootCamp clients. It is essential you be as specific and emotionally attached to this as possible. The more you are the better and more likely you will ensure your success. Goal Tracker The … [Read more...]
Exergames or “The Real Thing” for results
By now you’ve heard of Nintendo’s Wii Fit, the first hit video game marketed as an exercise tool. In the beginning of last year, the Wii Fit was the best-selling video game in the US and had sold more than 6 million units. Lets stop here for a second...A game that teaches yoga poses and calisthenics is outselling games that teach warfare and auto theft. For a fitness professional that’s … [Read more...]
Eating Lean METHOD – Protein BlueBerry Pancakes
Today we have a great tasting pancake recipe, that is full of high quality protein, complex carbohydrates, anti-aging antioxidants, healthy fat and fiber. 1/2 cup of oats 1/2 cup of cottage cheese 2 tbsp flax meal 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder 3 whole omega 3 eggs 1/4 cup of egg whites 1/2 cup of blueberries Optional: Sliced banana or natural honey for topping … [Read more...]
Pearland Trainer Ten Quick Tips – How to Boost Your Metabolism
There are a lot of people who would give a lot to increase their metabolism. Having a high level of metabolism enables one to maintain burn fat and lose weight fast with the least amount of activity. Metabolism is the rate by which the body produces and consumes energy and calories to support life. There are several factors that affect the metabolism of a person, such as the amount of muscle … [Read more...]
Eating Lean Method – Your Friday Wrap
Tandoori Turkey Tortilla Wraps 1 pound turkey or chicken tenderloins 2 tablespoons peeled, thinly sliced fresh ginger 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1-1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1-1/4 t. ground cumin 1-1/4 t. dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 large English cucumber, about 1 pound, ends trimmed … [Read more...]
It’s Time For You! No More Excuses Not to Exercise
Are you too busy for exercise? That's probably the most used excuse known to mankind. You know what I'm talking about, you'd luv to exercise today but you got too many things going on and not enough time to do it. I can relate with this excuse. It's a disingenuous one. It crawls all over you, grabs a hold of you making it easy to miss a couple of days - and then a week, … [Read more...]
Did You Know? Build Lean Muscle and Lose Weight At the Same Time!
Did you know that every ounce of muscle and fat burns calories during the day? Here is the good news: Muscle burns ~50 calories per pound per day than. So what does this mean to you? What it means is that muscle will naturally burn fat. But building muscle is hard isn’t it? No not really, you just have to try a little. Here is how: … [Read more...]
Spot Reduction – Why It Just Isn’t True
We all have those “problem areas”. Even people, who have achieved their ideal body weight, will still have problem areas. It could be the love handles, the flabby arms, the sagging skin or the hips. Then you will find the market offering all sorts of products, from creams and applications to get rid of the fats to gadgets and machines to tone the arms, thighs or the abs. … [Read more...]
Exercise Without Knowing It
Everyone knows that you should exercise. But do you really have to “Exercise”? Not many people know this, but you exercise all day long. I’m not talking about running or jumping, but the normal routine you do everyday. Going to make coffee, walking to your bosses office, that trip to the car and back. All these movements burn calories. The … [Read more...]
Are Your Sneakers the Secret METHOD To A Flat Stomach?
Sneakers really won’t give you a flat stomach, but it will change your mindset a bit. When you think of playing tennis, going for a brisk walk, or playing catch with the kids, what pair of shoes would you wear? Probably not those high heels you wear to the office. What shoes are more comfortable, the 6 inch stilettos, or the old Rebooks? I certainly hope you said the … [Read more...]
