Courtney Prather is a Bikini model, Competitor and full-time executive from Los Angeles, Ca. You can find her on Facebook. Tis’ the season for special events! Holiday parties, work events, family gatherings, an escape from the wintery outdoors- there are more reasons to dine out this time of year than […]
Why do we all keep going back for more sugar? We make excuses for ourselves as to why we had a slice of cake, ate a bowl of ice cream or another piece of chocolate, or drank another beer/cocktail (yes alcohol is sugar!). Our mind is very powerful. We WILL […]
Acne sucks and no one likes it…. Why is it so prevalent in our present times and how can we rectify this current epidemic? 85% of adolescents, as well as men and women in their twenties, experience acne. It is common knowledge to assume the main culprit of this problematic condition is hormone related, […]
When it comes to eating as a Weight Loss Surgery Post Op, or trying to lose weight and keep it off with a low carb high protein diet, the rules are simple. Focus on protien. It is the most important item that we must eat. It keeps us feeling fuller […]
When you sit down to have a meal, portion control is key. Portion control is important for weight management, loss, and controlling your calorie intake. Having portion control is not over eating or under eating, you eat until you are satisfied. In the end portion control results in a healthier and more balanced […]
It never ceases to amaze me how often I see people plan; manage every aspect of their life…..except their nutrition and training program. Parties, work assignments, vacations, kids activities, etc..are all usually planned to the last detail to assure success. Unfortunately, most are flying by the seat of their pants in […]
Matt Porter is an accomplished NPC National Level Bodybuilding competitor, with various State Titles under his belt. He also is a contest prep coach for numerous physique competitors active in Bodybuilding, Figure, Fitness, and Bikini competitions nationwide. He has been involved in the health and fitness industry for 10 years […]
The following is a guest post by Elite Athlete Kurt Weber. Kurt is a Strength Coach at Cal Fullerton and private trainer, certified by NSCA-CSCS and USAW. Kurt is preparing for his first physique competition and this is his first in a series of articles about what he is doing to […]
This is a guest post by NPC Bodybuilder and 2010 Mr. Oregon, Matt Porter. Fall and winter have come and gone. From Thanksgiving to halloween, you engaged in holiday festivities which included consuming hefty amounts of fattening foods and desserts. Now, with summer approaching, you have decided to follow a strict diet to shed that […]