Cabel’s Opinion: The Worst Weight Loss Programs

Not only is LAP Band surgery horrible in my opinion wouldn't this be a nice look to live with?

PLEASE READ FIRST: Ok let me start by saying this article is based on my opinion and over 19 years experience in the fitness industry. In my time in this industry I have managed health clubs, I’ve worked for supplement companies, I’ve assisted and contributed to product design, I am a registered massage therapist and a holistic lifestyle coach. To date I’ve personally assisted more than … [Read more...]

The Power of Protein Explained

It’s safe to say that in over 12 years of personal training and weight loss coaching in Red Deer I’ve seen more than a few nutritional fads and practices come and go. One nutritional practice that seems to have stood the test of time is adding a little additional protein to provide the key ingredient for automatic fat loss. In a recent post I’ve added to my other website I explain and define … [Read more...]

A Red Deer Personal Trainer Explains Water is a Key Element to Weight Loss

Today’s post is a reminder from Red Deer Personal Trainer Cabel McElerry that water is a key element to weight loss. You haven’t had enough water today or yesterday but you can start correcting it for tomorrow. Our body is comprised of seventy percent water it is the single most important element to sustain life. The difference proper hydration makes on a day to day basis is enormous. … [Read more...]

Artificial Sweeteners, Sweet Misery!

Artificial sweeteners, we find them in many of our favorite diet products ranging from calorie-reduced items to artificial flavor sprays. For many dieters artificial sweeteners have been the catalyst for success when it comes to committing to a weight loss regimen. In my own experience I’ve always permitted my clients to use artificial sweeteners but with the suggestion of trying to keep them … [Read more...]

Massage Therapy Overhaul

Scroll to the bottom to see how massage therapy has changed at One-to-1 Fitness! Massage therapy is a very important aspect of your personal health and fitness program. Experts estimate that as much as 90% of disease is related to the effects of stress. (Physiological, physical and emotional) When combined with exercise and balanced consistent nutrition massage therapy can have a very dramatic … [Read more...]

CoQ10 is an Important Antioxidant

Over the year’s as a personal trainer in Red Deer I’ve always tried to coach people to weight loss and better health particularly through improved nutritional habits. I’ve also tried not to recommend much in the way of supplements or items that would force them to incur extra costs. However, it has become apparent to me there are certain things that are proving to be so important to … [Read more...]

Are You D-pressed?

Even without the snow on the ground to confirm it we are now into our dreary Canadian winter months. A few weeks ago we will set our clocks back to adjust day light hours. These two things in conjunction really might create a little internal havoc for many of us and lately within our fitness facility we’ve been seeing it first hand. Our body and many of its internal functions all revolve around … [Read more...]