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Tag: Nutrition

My 2019 Cut, Week 1: Mindfulness and Training Fatigue

February 10, 2019
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| My Training Log
2019 Cut, Week 1 Weight Chart

We’re one week into my 2019 cut, and so far good! Weight is coming off, and that’s the name of the game. As I detailed in my previous articles, my training regimen has largely remained the same while I’m dropping my calories down rather significantly to 2,400 a day to begin. Through one week, I […]

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Posted in My Training Log Tagged 2019 Cut, Calories, MACROS, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Training Fatigue

Benefits of Skipping Breakfast in the Morning

February 10, 2019
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| Nutrition
Bowl of Cereal

We’ve been told for years that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eat your Wheaties so you’ll be energized and ready to take on the day! While I acknowledge there are tons of benefits to eating breakfast in the morning (I almost always do), there can also be a lot of positives […]

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Breakfast, Fasting, INTERMITTENT FASTING, Nutrition

“I’m definitely pleased with the progress”

February 8, 2019
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| Client Testimonials

“I’m definitely pleased with the progress we made from the goals that were set at the beginning. I think I have the tools now to put together my own scaled down strength program that fits in with the other elements of my fitness. I feel like I’ve learned a lot about the periodization and rep […]

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Posted in Client Testimonials Tagged FITNESS, Nutrition, Online Coach, Online Coaching, Online Fitness Coach, Online Fitness Coaching, Online Health and Fitness Coaching, Program Design, Strength Training

A Simple Strategy With Protein

January 21, 2019
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| Nutrition
Spiced beef

I’ve written about protein a ton already. Don’t worry, I’m not going to regurgitate the same information over and over again. In fact, I’d encourage you to check out a couple previous articles I’ve written on the topic to get up to speed: How Much Protein Should You Consume a Day? Dispelling a Myth About […]

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Diet, Diet Plan, Dieting Strategy, FITNESS, Nutrition, Protein

What is Mindfulness Training and How Can it Work For You?

January 13, 2019
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| Mindset
Picture of brain with words in it

Mindfulness is one of the most popular trends in health and wellness these days. It’s so popular that it’s almost becoming jargon — like a cliche. “Be mindful if you want to see results,” is something you’ll read and hear a lot. But what does that mean? Does it actually work? How can you apply […]

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Posted in Mindset Tagged FITNESS, Journaling, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Wellness

Officially Open For Business!

May 7, 2018
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Chris Gates

I couldn’t be more excited to let you all know that I’m officially open for business! I launched this website on March 11, to start sharing helpful information about fitness and nutrition with you. Now, there’s so much more to add to the mix! I’m officially in the business of online health and fitness coaching, […]

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Posted in General Tagged Fitness Coaching, Nutrition, Nutrition Coaching, Online Coach, Online Coaching, Online Health and Fitness Coaching, Online Personal Trainer, Training

What is Sleep Debt? How Much Sleep Do We Need?

April 12, 2018
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Woman asleep in bed

I’m not breaking new ground by writing that sleep is important. We all should know that. If you’re getting enough, good for you! If not, you should be doing what you can to get more of it. But how much sleep is enough? And how do we know if we’re not getting an adequate amount? […]

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Posted in General Tagged Deep Sleep, Lifestyle, Nutrition, REM Sleep, Sleep, Sleep Debt, Training

What Supplements Should You Be Taking?

April 9, 2018
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| Nutrition
Pills with Fork and Knife

Supplements present an extremely confusing topic to navigate for anyone just getting in to fitness. Heck, it can be confusing for people who have been at it for years, too. We’re surrounded by clever marketing geared toward convincing you that all of your goals — get that perfect body, lift more weight, work out for […]

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Caffeine, Creatine, FITNESS, Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Protein, Supplementation, SUPPLEMENTS, Training, Whey Protein

Welcome to My Passion

March 11, 2018
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Chris Gates

If you’re taking a few minutes to read this, thank you and welcome to something I’ve been dreaming about doing for a very long time. This is my passion project, my personal business, and my chance to truly utilize some of the skills and knowledge I have to help people.

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Posted in General Tagged FITNESS, Health and Fitness Coaching, Health Coaching, Lifestyle Coaching, Nutrition, Nutrition Coaching, Online Coaching

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