I live in a 585 square foot studio. I get the majority of my groceries from a large chain, discount grocery store, where I spend approximately $40 per week on food. On average, I go out to eat once a month. I rid myself of my 2005 Nissan Sentra last July, which, in my mind, may […]
Meal Prep Hacks – How to Cook Chicken Breast
One of the first things I learned to deliciously prepare was chicken breast. I use a simple searing technique that my good friend Drew (pictured to the left of me) graciously introduced to me approximately 2 years ago when he first moved into the city from the east coast. For added flavor, I also create a […]
The Case for Chicago – An Introduction: Building Wealth and Seizing Opportunity in a World-Class City
Despite the negative mainstream media attention surrounding my city re: crime, I have found Chicago to be an ideal location to build wealth. Growing up within the city limits as well as in the outskirts of town, I have had the unique opportunity to experience, and truly appreciate, the entire Chicagoland area. Chicago boasts the […]
Contest Prep 2017 – The Diet: 11 Weeks Out
I would call the first 3 weeks of competition dieting a relative success compared to prior years. From a compliance standpoint, despite having a total of 3 cheat meals in the first phase, one of which occurred 9 days into hitting all my macronutrient targets on a consistent basis, I have to say that I […]
How to Use Cardio in the Most Physiologically Advantageous Way
I want to set the record straight. Cardio, when used properly, is an effective tool for fat loss. However, we want to recognize that cardio is just that—a tool. It is only one component of your overall, physiological health—health for your body and mind. When leaning down, I advocate attempting to get away with as […]
Finding Serenity in Fitness
The gym gives me the freedom to feel what I want to feel. In a profession where I have to rationalize everything—to validate why I did something, how I got this number, how I got that number—there is simply no requirement to rationalize anything in the gym. The gym is the perfect escape. It’s my […]