Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer

Bio

While studying Economics at the University of California, Santa Barbara, Chris took additional courses in Exercise Science and Nutrition. During this time, as a young, single man in his twenties, Chris led a relatively healthy lifestyle.  There was plenty of time to exercise and he was able to eat what he wanted without worrying about weight gain.  As he entered his thirties, he got married and started a family.  He spent the majority of his time focusing on his family and career.  Regular exercise became less of a priority and poor eating habits were catching up to him.  5 years and 50 pounds heavier, he decided he needed to make a lifestyle change.  He did not have the energy to spend quality time with his family after work and weekend outings became physically exhausting.

Chris focused on an exercise program that consisted of basic compound exercises, regular cardio and carbohydrate controlled dieting to not only lose the 50 pounds, but also get into the best shape of his life.  This encouraged him to become a NASM Certified Personal Trainer so he could help others in a similar situation.   Chris' goal is to show others that it is possible to make small, progressive changes that will allow them to lose weight and get into better shape while still focusing on the important things in life.  Healthy living should become a part of your life without consuming it.



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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:

    THURSDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.

    "Fitness is a huge predictor of [cancer] risk," said Dr. Susan Lakoski, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.

    "This study confirms many people's feelings that exercise may be useful in...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Fitness:

    WEDNESDAY, May 8 (HealthDay News) -- When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study.

    More than 6,500 obese people insured by Blue Care Network enrolled in a pedom...Full Article

  • Karen Mason , NASM Elite Trainer
  • Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer
    How should I do squats?

    Take a shoulder width stance and point your feet at about a 30 degree angle. Focus on bending at the hips and pushing them back rather then bending at the knees and going down. Push your knees out so they are inline with your feet. Keep your low back arched, your chest up and your head looking

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  • Jodie is Jammin'
    I love the oaties!! Will try the pumkin muffins Think they were higher in protein too than usual. need to look it up. Maybe i will do them for Thanksgiving. :) Yes, I absolutely subscribe to moderation, not deprivation! Wrote in in my Thanksgiving Challenge.Did the Challenge to stay more focused. Will be doing a Christmas/Hanukkah or New years one too. This one is about inches.. You can read it on my blog. Next one i haven't decided yet... but it will be something to keep us going. This will be the best Holidays ever!
  • Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer
    Hi Jodie. Good to hear from you. I haven't tried the pumpkin muffins yet. I'm not much of a baker and going low carb for the time being. I'm glad you got to splurge on your birthday. When you are in this for the long haul, it's important when to know when to bear down and focus on your diet and when to relax and have some of the things you really enjoy. As I'm sure you know by now, too much of either one is not good. Moderation in both is the they key! Keep at during the holidays. It's the toughest time for most of us!!
  • Jodie is Jammin'
    Had some oaties for dinner!! Didn't get to try the pumpkin muffins yet... Did you? Getting my groove on again. Back to the pool Just had my Birthday splurge last weekend and am ready to move forward into the holidays! They are going to be awesome as I keep the inches and lbs going down down down! :)
  • Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer
    Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    What is mindless eating?
    Mindless eating often refers to an eating behavior where calories are consumed while the individual eating is unaware of the quantity being eaten or that he/she is eating in the first place. Mindless eating often takes place while another activity is simultaneously going on. Here are a few examples:...Full Post
  • Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer
    Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer approved the following answer:
    In order to lose weight, what are some things I should not do?

    1) Avoid a complete overhaul of your current habits. It is important to recognize your barriers, but makes sure you approach them at different times. For instance, if you find that you eat late, consume too much soda, only go for a walk once or twice a week, and smoke, trying to change it all in

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  • Lynn Colson
    Chris, thanks for the tips. I am going to try to commit to 3 days each week with some strenght work. Have a great week.
  • Chris Embry , NASM Elite Trainer
    Hi Lynn, it's nice to meet you. Great job on your weight loss and keeping it off for so long. It seems like you really have a good handle on it. 5 pounds is nothing over a long period and when you set your mind to losing it, you lost 3 times as much. It's never to late to start strength training and building muscle. Just start slowly and be consistent like you were with your weight loss. Try to do a little better each workout by doing an extra rep or adding a small amount of weight. It's never to late to start and there is always room for improvement no matter where you are at today!
  • Lynn Colson
    Hi Christ! Glad to be your Sharecare friend. I just loved your bio. I grew up in Ventura County, just down the highway. I had my ahaa moment in 2001 when I saw pictures of me at my nieces wedding. OMG! At 5'4" a size 16 was getting tight and I was almost 170 lbs . I started weight watchers at work and lost 40 lbs. I was 53 years old and kept most of it off for 10 years. But slowly I had put on 5 lbs. When Dr Oz offered his viewers Move it Lose It back in Jan I said YES and my goal was to lose 5 lbs plus 2 for wiggle room. Well I have lost 16 lbs and now at 63 weigh 119. I will never go back to mindless eating. Now that I have lost the weight I need to build more muscle tone. Is it too late at 63 to have tone?
  • Jodie is Jammin'
    LOL that sounded weird. I have no babies, so no weight from that, lol, but you know what I mean...
  • Jodie is Jammin'
    LOL I like all things pumpkin too! TY on the weight loss to date. I really have mad a lot of lifestyle changes in the 9 months. (That is funny too since 33 lbs could be baby weight!) I am due for some measurements too. I measure last in August and and lost a little over 20 inches. Have Bday Challenge going. Won't reach the wt I set, but did break a plateau and have learned some valuable things along the way. Balancing life and things that come up. I would like to lose it faster, but this has been great. And I WILL keep it off. You can bet on it!! Still have a "weighs" to go, lol, but am so excited for the changes with more to come! No maybe's about it Chris! ;)