Facebook Friends, Exercise, and Health

I recently saw, on Facebook, that one of my friends had put up a request that went something like this:

“Hoping to tone up a bit before (an event) in September.  Any work-out or diet related tips/suggestions for this scrawny wannabe bad ass?”

Some of the responses were

                -Do Zumba! Then you can eat whatever you want.

                -Invest in a pull up bar.

                -Cut out sugars and carbs

                -A lot of running helps

                -P 90 X and Kung Fu

                -Take protein and hit the weight room

                -Whats your Goal?

Can you guess which ones are completely useless and which ones are good?

How do you find what really works?  Look up the government’s recommendations for diet and exercise?  Go read the newest Jillian Michaels or other Hollywood Exercise books?  Get advice from your friends on Facebook?

Some of these recommendations may be good for one person but extremely detrimental to another (mostly detrimental).  The act of going out and seeking help is a start.  But seeking advice from your friends on Facebook is not the best source of information.  Come in and schedule an appointment with Jared Olson to find out what YOUR body will respond to the best in regards to body composition and health. Click here to find out more about the Biosignature and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition.  If you’re looking for exercise advice, schedule an appointment with one of the trainers at Next level.  We offer a variety of different services that will best suit your budget and schedule.  The best part is that you will get results.  Click here for class schedule on Strength and Conditioning page.

Jared Olson                        910 619-5614

                 Biosignature Practioner

                 Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist

                Over 20 years experience working with the general public and athletes. 

James Tatum                     910 538-8780

                BS in Exercise Science

                PICP level 2 coach

                PIMST certified (Poliquin Instant Muscle Strengthening Technique)

Fletcher Roberts              910 599-8072

                PICP level 2 Coach

                Wrestling Coach (and a collegiate wrestler himself)

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-Tatum