At this point half the civilized world knows that Robb Wolf has written a book.  But did you know that he also produced a DVD?

Three winters ago this December we had Robb and Nicki leave the warm comfortable NORCAL winter to experience a version of winter done Kansas style. It pretty much snowed the whole three days while the high temperature stayed around 10 degrees with no Sunshine.

In this DVD done documentary style,  you will learn the success formula necessary to improve your athletic performance, improve you body composition, have greater energy, and optimize your grocery shopping experience and the value of nutrient timing. The foods, the preparation, the shopping experience (and let me tell you it was an experience) and mystery of implementing a uniform eating routine will be addressed in this DVD.

The whole experience was outstanding as usual. I’ll save the stories about over done espresso machines, massive snow fall and near misses with the management of the grocery for another time. If you long for information and entertainment you’ll like watching.

The Yonke / Pottenger Law Firm has generously stepped forward in supporting this year’s Fight Gone Bad.  ”As a thank you  to our friends in law enforcement my firm is honored to pay the $ 25.00 entry for the first 50 KCPD officers who sign up to participate.”~ Jason Pottenger.

You can find more event information here.  To register e-mail: infobootcampkc <at> gmail<dot>com.  Include your desired division of participation, you municipality of employment and a telephone number.

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Last evening the opportunity arose during warm up to discuss supplementation. I started off with my basic macro nutrient requirements regarding protein and fat intake. I then proceeded to quiz a couple of new students about their fish oil intake. To my surprise only 1 in 3 supplemented with fish oil and even then the dose was insanely low.

Fish Oil comes as close to a miracle food as we have at this point. If a pharmaceutical company is willing to toss their hat into the ring then the upside potential cure and financial gain is hugh. Studies have proven that high concentrations of fish oil can be used to dramatically reduce inflammation, resulting in weight loss, improved blood chemistry and better overall health. More clinical research has shown that fatty acids, even when used to supplement a very poor diet, can help lower the risk of heart disease, cancer, MS, bipolar depression, ADHD, chronic pain and Alzheimer’s—all because fish oils reduce inflammation

The good folks at The Whole 9 have gone to the trouble of putting together a fish oil consumption calculator with the help of Biochemist/Coach and author Robb Wolf.

If you are a complete metabolic train wreck you’ll notices the results rather quickly.  If you are typically healthy but a little stressed and workout some noticeable results may take up to six weeks.

If you are the least bit competitive you will relate to this clip from VERSUS.  I believe our nations competitive environment has made us a world leader in virtually every category.  My concern now is that we are loosing our competitive edge.  So how has this happened?  Like any issue there is no clear singular cut cause.  A combination of factors contribute to this soft environment.  I know that in my lifetime,  I noticed a change in how competition was regulated when the boys participated in youth sports.  Lots of participation trophies, hugs after the games and a clear agenda to make everyone ‘feel good’ about the experience.  Physical Education programs have been watered down or eliminated. No scores, no clear winner, no touching. ~ No competition.  No exposure to competition leads to complacency.  As we all know, this isn’t the real world. Every day the best competitor comes out on top. Competition is not only healthy it is necessary.

When Jennifer first called she gave me every indication that our relationship might last a grand total of four weeks.

She told me ‘she had her grandma’s knees’ and that her back was too weak to carry her 4 year old daughter.  The role of wife, mother of three, traveling business professional left little time for Jennifer leaving her exhausted and terribly  de-conditioned.

So off we started on improving everything top to bottom.  Strength and mobility and a powerful modification in sleep habits and nutrition. We closely monitored the details and handed out homework assignments.

Fast forward about 10 weeks later and we have a new women.  Dead lifting, squatting, pulling and pressing are no longer challenges unless we add weight.  Picking up that 4 year old  is a pleasure and not a pain. Her eldest daughter now looks forward to weekend conditioning sessions with mom. Down about 20 lbs her squat looks like a champ.  Jennifer has Grandma’s knees no more and we couldn’t be more proud of her.

The coaches spent Thursday evening with the most amazing lady.  Maura Coleman-Murray did great work with her camera taking photos for this new website and blog.  This gal is a professional.  Maura started with us last Spring to up her GPP before shifting into triathlon prep mode.  She’ll tell you she leaned out a bit and is approaching fighting form.

Personally, I’m the family joke when it comes around to holidays and picture taking.  I come by it honestly. Dad never took a picture that didn’t resemble Eeyore from Pooh.

While this crew looks pretty good on the outside, they are even more impressive under the hood.  Athletic participation that includes high school to Division I college athletics.  Coaching experience that includes elementary school sports, high school, college, international and Olympic level competitors. All are still competing as masters in sports ranging from triathlon to weightlifting.  This isn’t an option it’s a requirement of employment.

All organically grown they have a connection to me from my past or started with me as clients. A critical distinction. They know it’s not just important to talk the talk but to walk the walk.  We are authentic from the front door to the back door.

All this is why its easy for me to say we have the best the Metro has to offer.