Author Archives: Sean

About Sean

Owner/Trainer - Fortis Fitness Gym

“Metabolic Syndrome”

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Sean

I often state bluntly in these blogs that we, as a society are surrounded by and immersed in the problem that is causing us to be increasingly fat and sick. Unfortunately, most of us have no idea just how deep, … Continue reading →

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Personal Training-Muddied Waters

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Sean

Many folks who go to big gyms have bought personal training packages. This is a major revenue generator for the big fitness gyms and the packages they sell can include 50, 100 or even more one-on-one sessions. At often $80.00 … Continue reading →

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Working Out, Micro-Economics, & A Couple of Beautiful Women

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Sean

A buddy of mine introduced me to his friend the other day. You couldn’t really miss this lady. Joan was definitely physically striking, with what most people would consider a perfect body. She was wearing a summer dress and you … Continue reading →

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How We Hurt Ourselves-Consider The Logic

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Sean

The following metaphorical story may sound crazy, but I promise I am going somewhere with this.  Please stay with me! Imagine a boy who is given a hammer and made to hit himself in the head with it.  Let’s say … Continue reading →

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Why We Are So Lost

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Sean

The other day I was watching CNN on television and Dr. Sanjay Gupta was hosting his television show and giving advice on healthy living.  I really like that guy.  He’s very understated, and smart as hell.  He’s a brain surgeon … Continue reading →

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Enjoying Repetitive Exercise

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Sean

My philosophy on cardiovascular exercise is simple:  if you enjoy it – do it!  Otherwise, don’t bother.  I have scientific proof to strongly reinforce this idea as a permanent solution to exercising.  Still, there will always be temporary situations when … Continue reading →

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Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS)

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Sean

“GRAS” is an acronym for the phrase Generally Recognized As Safe. This term applies to all of the long, mostly unrecognizable chemical ingredients on our processed cakes, cookies, frozen pizzas or snack food and fast foods. All of those ingredients … Continue reading →

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Please Summarize the Underlying Reason Our Society is becoming So Fat and Sick!

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Sean

Sure! No problem…here ya go! The food and agricultural industry, the diet and fitness industry, and the medical and pharmaceutical industries all REQUIRE YOU TO BE AS FAT AND UNHEALTHY AS POSSIBLE. Otherwise, they will have fewer “customers” and will make far less money. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

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Who The $#@! Cares?

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Sean

There are literally thousands of novel “fitness” alternatives out there that are marketed to us every day. Working in the fitness industry I see them all of the time. We are all bombarded with these offers just by turning on … Continue reading →

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The Modern Food Crisis

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Sean

The messages from the media are clear – gas prices and the cost of food are about to increase dramatically.  Just yesterday, while listening to the news this information reminded me of the ominous words I had heard from a … Continue reading →

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