Basics of Nutrition
When it comes to nutrition, the world has become so tribalistic with what’s good, what’s bad, and what should be consumed and avoided. The truth…
The Importance of Exercise for Longevity
As we discussed last week in the 5 Pillars of Health – https://westchesterfit.com/blogs/5-pillars-to-build-optimal-health/ – consistent exercise was at the top of the list due to…
5 Pillars to Build Optimal Health
In order to obtain optimal health and lead the extraordinary life we want for you, we need to look at health span in terms of…
The Science of Longevity
Last week I spent an hour on Zoom with Dr. Peter Attia. Dr. Attia is a physician focusing on the applied sciences of longevity. Did…
Weekend Calories Matter
The weekend is almost here. It’s beautiful weather outside and you want to kick back and relax. You might very well be tired of eating…
The Power of 10,000 Steps Per Day
The average hour long gym session burns anywhere from 200-400 calories per session. Exercise accounts for about 5-10% of total daily caloric expenditure. Walking 10,000…
Weightlifting or Cardio for Weight Loss?
On a session by session basis, “cardio” training will burn more calories in an hour then a strength training session. However the calorie burning effects…
Supplements & Diet
For many years I’ve always believed that a well balanced diet provides just about all of the nutrients that we need to survive. I still…
Why Hydration Matters
Water is the most widely available, inexpensive, and important nutrient to the body for our overall health. Water is all around us and practically free!…
Top 4 Food Substances to Avoid
When it comes to dieting, the best diet is the one you will stick to. What I mean by that is quite simply, the best…