Fat – Who needs it?
The dangers of dietary fat was a message constantly reinforced by media, but my research showed how essential ‘fat’ actually is!
Are you getting enough vitamin C?
One of the most popular ways of supplementing with vitamin C is through a synthetic powder or tablet of Ascorbic Acid, but I discovered there was a completely natural form that contained 30 – 50 times more vitamin C than an Orange!
Lifeline USA Power Up Chin Up review, and free giveaway.
A review of my Lifeline USA Power Up Chin Up handles. An efficient, and sturdy set of portable handles allowing a person to train their back as long as they had access to a sturdy 3-hinge door!
Blog | Exercise | Fitness | Motivation
Lifeline USA Power Push-Up Plus review, and free giveaway.
A review of my Lifeline USA Power Push-Up Plus. An an easy and efficient method of adding a form of progressive overload to push-ups!
Exercise | Fitness | Nutrition | Osteoporosis
Sulfur – The forgotten mineral?
Sulfur is the forgotten mineral that helps repair tissues, assists in the production of collagen, detoxifies the body and perhaps most importantly, helps the cells in the body to become more penetrable. With all of these benefits, shouldn’t we be making sure we get enough? Read on to find out what happened when I supplemented, and to learn more of what this mineral has to offer!
Blog | Exercise | Fitness | Motivation | Nutrition
The pain of weight gain…
At 5ft 7inches, I was unsatisfied with my weight as I had been under 132lbs (60kg) for as long as I could remember. Despite having a low appetite, and an unpredictable working schedule, I discovered a way to gain healthy weight that changed everything!
Blog | Exercise | Fitness | Motivation
Focusing on focus.
Are you focused? In this article I discuss the key components of focus, and the importance of ‘flow’. Without it, can we ever reach our full potential?
Lifeline USA Power Wheel Review
A review of my Lifeline USA Power Wheel. I discuss how the Power Wheel has transformed the standard ab wheel into a bigger, more ergonomic, and better challenge!
Salt – is it ‘really’ bad for you?
The untold benefits of unrefined sea salt proved to be a shocking revelation to me. In this article I discuss why not all forms of salt are equal.
Collagen – not just skin deep.
Can we afford to ignore a collagen that makes up approximately 30% of the protein in our body? In this article I discuss what happened when I supplemented, and why we owe it to ourselves to take a very close look at the benefits of collagen.
Iodine – my accidental discovery.
Do you suffer from fatigue, cold hands and cold feet? Do you feel cold even when the weather is warm? Then perhaps iodine is something you should explore. In this article I discuss why.
Lifeline USA adjustable Triple Grip Handles Review
A review of my Lifeline USA adjustable Triple Grip Handles. A cost effective, portable, and versatile home gym solution. I discuss the different exercises you can do, and why these should be in everyones gym bag, or home.
What Underpins shoulder strength?
In this article I discuss how I fully recovered from a torn rotator cuff without surgery!
The foundation of motivation
What is motivation? Do you have it? In this article I discuss how I define it, how to nurture it, and why it is so important for our quest for better health, and life!
What is motivation? Do you have it? In this article I discuss how I define it, how we can nurture it, and why it’s so important for our quest for better health and life!
What is life without health? – Part 2
In part two of this article, I discuss how health, nutrition, fitness and our mindset are all intrinsically connected, and how this benefited me on my journey, and in my life.
Exercise | Fitness | Motivation | Nutrition
What is life without health? – Part 1
Without health, what is life? what do we have? Does anything else really matter? In this article I share my philosophies on the importance of health and what it means for our future.
Blog | Exercise | Fitness | Motivation
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Exercise
What is the one thing that never sits still? I wish the answer were people, but unfortunately it’s not…it is TIME! It would be nice if time did not move at times, but it always does. Have you ever heard someone say, “When I get more time, I will start exercising”? Maybe if people could…
Healthy Eating – Part 3
The last article I wrote was about the non-digestible sugars found in fiber, so today let’s discuss what happens to the digestible sugars. There has been a lot of talk in the mainstream media lately about public enemy #1 – added sugars. As I discussed last time, sugars come in many forms including long branched…
Healthy Eating – Part 2
Let’s continue our discussion about healthy eating by allowing me to introduce another critical component of our diet – fiber. As I talked about in the previous article, this is arguably the best time of year to start eating better. Local fruits and vegetables are in season, and farmers markets are filled with growers, chefs…
Healthy Eating – Part 1
It’s almost officially summer and I’ve finally come out of hibernation, ready to write about nutrition and fitness again. This is my favorite time of year and I become more motivated during these months to adopt a healthier lifestyle. I typically maintain the same high level of fitness throughout the year, but during the spring…
What is the Deal With High Fructose Corn Syrup?
It is the mission of Monroe Real Training to assist others in making healthier lifestyle choices, which includes helping clients choose healthier diets. In this article I will discuss the basics of high fructose corn syrup and the impact sugar is having on public health. High fructose corn syrup began being mass produced in the…
Blog | Dermatology | DNA | Exercise | Fitness | Skin Cancer
Exercise can make you look old
I know it may seem a bit early to start talking about ultraviolet (UV) exposure, sunscreen and skin cancer, but I plan to be back on my bike as soon as the snow melts to get a head start on spring. I think that a discussion about skin health is appropriate for this blog. Let’s…
Blog | Fitness | Osteoporosis
Why Exercise is Good For Your Bones
The topic of my second article is how exercise impacts your bones. I began my scientific career a long time ago as an undergraduate working in a lab that studied how metastatic cancer stimulates bone loss. Although I no longer work in that area of research I have maintained an interest in how bones work…
Exercise and Type 2 Diabetes
My name is Lisa Lenertz and I am both a scientist and exercise enthusiast. Kevin and I share the same desire to expose others to the value of exercise and good nutrition in hopes that people will lead longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. Kevin achieves this through personal training and I am a biology…
Help you succeed!
The following information is for you to reference, or download. Please let us know if this information is helpful to you, because when you succeed – we succeed! Thank you! How to Choose a Personal Trainer This Fit Facts article from The American Council on Exercise discusses the importance of choosing a personal trainer that…
