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Garcinia Cambogia Extract. Hydroxycut. Caffeine. Orlistat. Raspberry Ketones. Green Coffee Bean Extract. You’ve likely see all of these promoted. Every day in one of our studios we get questions about the latest, greatest shortcut. A easier, shorter path to your goals, or so they claim. But are they legit? Why do you need to know? Read […]

Fitness, as we know, is not an easy journey. There are, however, some tweaks that can help the process go more smoothly. Try these hacks and improve your fitness journey. Be accurate about portion size. The two photos here show a handful of almonds, but, as you can see from the calorie count, a handful […]

Walk into almost any gym in the country, or the world, for that matter, and you’ll see cardio equipment. Treadmills, ellipticals, stair climbers, you name it. Most of those will also have a selection of pre-loaded workouts. Scan through them and you’ll eventually see what may seem like the holy grail; The Fat Burner! All […]

You signed up for a new fitness program because the workouts were only 30 minutes and the sessions were short enough to fit into your busy schedule. You gave them your credit card and began working out. You’ve been at it for a while but you aren’t seeing the results you wanted. You aren’t alone, […]

Every January, the phones ring off the hook in almost every gym and fitness studio in the country.  What are your rates? What are your New Year’s specials? What kind of “deal” are you offering. This may go against your instincts as someone trying to be prudent with your money, but you would be better […]

A recent study published in  The Lancet Public Health ( a prestigious medical journal founded in 1823) suggests low and high-carb diets could shorten life span by up to four years, and diets including some carbs could promote a healthy lifespan. Scott Solomon, who was the senior author on the study, called the research “the most comprehensive study of carbohydrate […]

By Jim Harris Most of us have an inclination, when facing a substantial challenge, to look for a shortcut or an easy path to success. Fitness is no different. Buy this device, take this pill, and all your problems are solved. Except for one small detail; those don’t work. Period. One could easily look at […]

Getting a healthy meal ready in a hurry is always a challenge in today’s busy times. Here is an easy, quick and very healthy option for you, the under 10  minute healthy rice bowl.   First, let’s start with your shopping list. You’ll need; -Boar’s Head No Salt Added Turkey, sandwich sliced -Uncle Ben’s Microwave […]

It’s no secret that many of us have a diet soda addiction. If it satisfies our desire for a sweet drink, but it contains fewer or no calories, it’s got to be a good thing, right? We probably all know at this point that soda with sugar is very bad for us, but how about […]

This is our fitness column from the July/August issue of Gainesville Magazine. Click here to see the issue Balance These Six Areas to Improve Your Health The process of educating ourselves about out fitness and health can be a daunting one. We are besieged by ads for “gimmick” products and foods, devices promising shortcuts, and […]

Two things that are always challenging in a healthy food plan are getting enough greens, and making time for proper food prep. We wanted to share an easy hack with you that accomplishes both. Want Another option? Try our healthy grilled chicken guacamole wraps here For our quick and easy lunch salad, you’ll only need […]

Is a Celebrity Trainer or “Trainer to the Stars” the Right Choice For You? There are tons of trainers that promote themselves as “Trainers to the Stars” or something similar. Many people think that this credential from a trainer makes them the best fit for their own fitness journey. In many cases, associate with celebrities […]

How long have you been in pulse45, and what led you to start? “I have been a Pulse45 member since May 2016. Until this point I’ve never been in shape as an adult, and after 4 children (Ashton 13, Canaan 10, Cameron 5, Baylor 4), a career as an Optical technician and a crazy busy […]

When Rockstar client Ken Duncan walks into our studio for a pulse45 session, you can almost feel an electrical charge hit the room. Contagious in his positivity, enthusiasm and motivation, his presence is immediately felt, yet he is most gracious, humble and ready to help anyone that needs a boost in their day. Losing pounds […]