I have been asked a number of times over the years, “How does alcohol affect my gains?”. As a fitness professional who does like to have a beer or two from time to time, I have looked into this topic for not only my clients, but myself as well. Here’s what I have found. Studies…
My name is Scott Keppel. I am the proud owner of Scott’s Training Systems (STS). We are a world class team of fitness coaches based out of Chandler, Arizona. We specialize in overall fitness transformation, weight loss, pre-post-natal, post-breast cancer, pageantry, golf, youth training and sport specific. I am also a nutritionist and a motivational…
Happy Holidays! With the holiday season in full effect many of us are trying to find a way to stay within our budget. This budget is not only a financial one, but a nutrition one as well. I know for myself and my family we love buying gifts, donating to charities and going out to…
Are you trying to lose weight? Lean out? Do you find your weight is increasing even though your caloric intake is not and you’re still exercising? If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, it may not be your diet or your exercise, it could very well be you’re not getting enough sleep. The…
Starting on all 4’s with a neutral spine bend one leg so that heel the bottom of the foot is pointing up to the ceiling and the leg is parallel to the floor. While keeping core tight drive heel up towards ceiling focusing on glute and being mindful to not twist.
Are you failing? Are you one of the 97% of our population that is failing to live a healthy lifestyle? Often times, people think having a trainer/coach is only for those looking to achieve a level of fitness greater than the norm. Well, the study below shows you’re right! That being said, you don’t have…
Each extra hour of daily sedentary time (for example spent sitting at a computer) is associated with a 22% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, concludes new research published in Diabetologia (the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes). The study is by Julianne van der Berg, Maastricht University, the Netherlands,…
HIS 3/4 cup frozen steamed carrots 3/4 cup frozen apple slices 2 tbs peanut butter 1.5 scoops quality vanilla protein powder 1/2 cup organic milk dash of cinnamon crack of pink Himalaya salt Water and ice as needed Macros: 511 calories/39g carbs/22g carbs/43g protein HERS 1/2 cup frozen steamed carrots 1/2 cup frozen apple slices…
If you’re craving a little texture in your protein shakes, try adding a tablespoon of cacao nibs! They’re less sugary than chocolate chips and packed with magnesium and antioxidants. They are super rich and a little bit bitter, so just a few will do. You can find cacao nibs online or at your favorite ‘healthy’…
Did you have a wonderful Halloween? Are you feeling a little extra soft today? Oh well. As luck would have it, this classic Simple Strawberry Protein Shake Recipe will get you feeling light and tight. 😉 Enjoy! 1 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt or 1/3 cup cottage cheese 1 whole egg stevia to taste ice and…