How Many Calories Does Weight Lifting Burn?

. Watch here: [responsive_youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zy4jP5gkveg] [0:08] How Many Calories Does Lifting Weights Burn? [1:45]  How Do I Calculate Lean Body Mass? [2:48] How Do I Stay Motivated? [4:44] How Do I Deal With Unsupportive Friends or Family?

The Hustler’s Workout Program

. A huge project at work. Or the sudden death of your mother-in-law. It could be that fitness isn’t a huge priority for you at the moment. Mike! What is the bare minimum I can do in the gym and not lose progress??   I call it the hustler’s workout. Because you are hustling on non-fitness aspects of… Read more

Equals & Alternatives Episode 37: Acai Dark Chocolates and Your Easter Basket

. [1:00]: Despite being “Blueberry” and “Dark Chocolate” this is one of the worst candy options at a movie theater. [2:15]: Easter basket macros!! [4:22]: REVISED Question of the Day. Its a good one and I want your participation. Episode 37: [responsive_youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAkt3UUvgYU] Thanks for watching.  If you want to hear from me more often, I’ve been… Read more

Equals & Alternatives Episode 21: Yogurt Covered Raisins and Milky Way Bites (51)

. [1:25]  Yogurt-covered raisins are super easy to over-consume. [3:00]  Just because it seems “natural” and “chemical-free” doesn’t make it better for you. [4:24]  Be careful with calorie-dense food that are marketed as “healthy.” You can easily and unintentionally fall into a calorie surplus. [responsive_youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7H2a0mLnK90] Thanks for watching.  If you want to hear from me more… Read more

A daily youtube show?

Equals & Alternatives is a video series where writer and fitness coach, Mike Vacanti (me) reviews popular food choices. Some people will say the show is dumb. They will say it is too simple and below my pay grade. I disagree. Here’s why: The other day, my own mother asked me, “Michael, what are macros?” I’ve been blabbing about… Read more