Odyssey Health and Fitness

     We've all fallen off. We find motivation to start, keep at it for a couple weeks, and envision a version of ourselves we want to reach. To be  proud  of.       Then we fall off. Either motivation extinguishes or life get's in the way. We've all been there, until we aren't.       Consistency is the single greatest action you can commit to in your life. Your time, effort, blood, sweat, and tears pay off in the face of adversity when practicing Consistency. This is true outside of the gym as well of course.      Consistency can also work against you if you constantly fight against it but yearn for it, keeping you in a state of muddled stickiness. So what do we do? Here are a few ways to stay consistent with fitness, even when life gets busy. 1. Give Yourself Some Credit      It starts in the mind, and unfortunately we're seemingly hardwired to hyperfocus on the negatives. Did I do enough? I ...

Avoid the Confusion      Protein is all the rage right now. Brands are commonly putting a new 'High Protein' product with a major emphasis on the label on shelves. Some have always been common high protein foods, such as Greek Yogurt, and then we have more processed options that include: cereals, breads, snacks!       Demand is high and options are now plentiful, but even gym goers struggle reaching their protein goal. Even less of them know where to start and just wing it hoping to reach an imaginary number.  Where to start?      First step is to escape confusion and find a concrete number. Easiest method for beginners and the general population is tied to our ideal bodyweight and a simple formula.  0.5 to 0.7 grams per pound (1.1-1.5g/kg) of body weight goal (if looking for weight loss)      So for example if you are a 5'9" 200lb man (average for the United States btw) that wants to lose 10 lbs and stays lightl...