Jeff Croswell , NASM Elite Trainer

Jeff Croswell , NASM Elite Trainer's Blog

  • To drink or not to drink

    Now I know what you guys are thinking. Well when we hear the word drinking we automatically assume it is alcohol. However drinking covers many aspects in our lives. Now alcohol can range in calories from 55 calories to well over 200 calories. Now alcohol can be like chips you just can't have...Full Post
  • There and back again

    I am sure everyone is has been at this point in their life. We get some great results towards your fitness goals and then all of a sudden take a step back. What you have to remember is that fitness is never a straight line and nothing ever comes out perfect. Set backs do happen but don't get f...Full Post
  • Motivation

    Some have and some don't but it is something that can be found in so many ways. Lets be honest life is a struggle. Nothing ever goes to plan however no matter what we still can get to our destination. Your fitness goals are no different. We have all seen that one person that would love to become...Full Post
  • Taking your training to the next level

    One question I get asked a lot is how I train and what equipment is the best. Like most people I do get bored a lot when it comes to working out and I like to try new things and new workouts. Variety is key if you want to stay on top of your game. Remember you don't want your body to adapt to...Full Post
  • Supplements, what should you take

    Now I get asked this question on a daily basis. What should you take or should I be taking anything at all. Even if you are eating healthy and getting good portions in you can still lack things in your diet. However, most people do take a lot of supplements that they really don't need or they...Full Post
  • Cardio vs weight training which burns more

    Neither or should I say both. When it comes to burning calories it is really how much effort you put into it. I have trained hundreds of clients and I have seen people burn the same amount of calories during weight training compared to cardio. This also will depend on your fitness level and what...Full Post
  • The 3 components of fitness

    Now I get asked this a lot by people. How much should they do for weight training, how much cardio they should do and what should they eat. You all must remember there is no staple for everyone. Everyones goals can be different and their level of fitness is different as well. How much you should...Full Post
  • When is it too much exercise

    When people make the great effort to exercise sometimes it can back fire on them if they don't know how to balance it out. Yes you can over exercise which can cause reverse effects on your body. Sometimes people don't even realize what is going on. People may think they are tired or exhaused and...Full Post
  • What to eat and what not to eat

    Everyone these days is always trying to find healthier ways to eat. So what is healthy? Low fat, fat free, low cardio or low calorie how do we know what is best for you. There is a simple answer to all of this, none. So why are we looking at boxes for a healthy choice. There is nothing healthy

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  • Why workout dvd's are a waste of money

    Workout dvd's have been around forever from yoga, kickboxing, aerobics and weight training. The funny thing about these dvd's is you end up spending more money than you really need to. Not to say that you won't get results from some of these dvds but your results will be short lived. Most companies...Full Post