Body By Razz

03/02/2026

What I Got Wrong About Training (For a Very Long Time).

Every session was a chance to prove something. More weight. More reps. More pain tolerance.

PRs were the goal, even when they didn’t make sense. Aches and nagging pains weren’t warning signs; they were welcomed.

I thought beating myself worked. Until, it didn’t.

And it hit me that this wasn’t just a question about training. It was a question about time. About what we know at 20 versus what we understand later in life.

How much could our younger selves benefit from the clarity our older selves?

And this lesson doesn’t belong to one age group.

I’ve worked with teens to hopefully have them avoid years of frustration, up to people in their 80s and 90s who finally felt capable again, not because they did more, but because they understood the one thing they’d been missing all along: What Age Gives You

Clarity tends to arrive later than we’d like. But it’s never too late.

When you’re younger, your body is forgiving. You get away with things.

But, your body NEVER forgets!

If most people trained in their 20s with the wisdom of someone older, they would’ve experienced better, less painful results.

Most people would think this means going easy. It’s the opposite.

Your body responds to intensity and consistency.

The Rules Don’t Change But Your Interpretation Should

There are three truths that never stop being true:
1. Intensity is essential
2. Consistency is everything
3. Design matters

Most people fixate on the first two and completely misunderstand the third.

They think intensity means demolish. That consistency means grinding, no matter what. And, they assume more work automatically leads to better results.

If you want to know how to train effectively, think Stimulate, Not Demolish.

The goal of training is not to leave the gym beat up. It’s to leave it changed. Better. Stronger.

That means training to fatigue, not past it to failure. Caring more about progress than soreness. Valuing recovery as part of the program, not a break from it.

Simple reality: many people sabotage their progress by doing what feels hardest instead of what works best.

Quality creates adaptation. Adaptation creates results.

Doing better requires restraint, focus, and a willingness to push yourself differently.

As you get older, training stops being about how much you can tolerate and starts becoming about how well you can listen.

It’s about training with clarity, purpose, and intelligence.

If you stop fighting your body and start working with it, strength doesn’t disappear with age. It sharpens.

You can’t turn back the clock, but you can still reshape and improve the future.

02/16/2026

01/26/2026

Do you take your health for granted? I believe many people do.

Not because they don’t care, but because they assume it'll always be there.

We all know exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have. It strengthens the body, builds resilience against injury and illness, and plays a massive role in longevity and quality of life.

The best part? It’s accessible. It doesn’t require expensive equipment or memberships. It’s available to almost Anyone - Anytime - Anywhere

And yet, approximately 50% of people abandon their New Year's exercise resolutions by the end of January, with about 22-23% quitting within the first week. Despite high intentions, research suggests that 80-90% of all New Year's resolutions fail by February or within a few months, making January 26, 2026, a peak time for abandonment (not made up, Look it up).

When you look at those numbers, it’s hard to avoid the conclusion: health is being taken for granted.

Now, I understand there are real situations where people can’t exercise. Injuries, illness, life circumstances—those are real.

But I also know that many of those people would give anything to be able to move - sweat and build a stronger more resilient body.

So be honest with yourself. If you have the ability to exercise and you’re choosing not to, are you taking your health for granted?

And I promise you this—if your health is ever taken away, you’ll miss it more than you can imagine.

Don’t wait for that moment.

If I can help in any way, let’s see if we can find a solution—together.

Have a great week, BE SAFE, and make sure to throw in some exercise.

01/25/2026

Excellent!!

01/22/2026

Medical professionals share the risks and tips to help you stay safe this winter

01/22/2026

We're expecting some snow over the weekend. Here's a very good article about the hazards of shoveling, especially for us older adults. Be safe!

Medical professionals share the risks and tips to help you stay safe this winter

01/21/2026

Learn how to prevent muscle loss while taking weight loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy. Get expert tips on diet, protein intake, and strength training.

01/21/2026

Excellent article if you're on weight-reduction medication.

Learn how to prevent muscle loss while taking weight loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy. Get expert tips on diet, protein intake, and strength training.

01/20/2026

According to a new announcement published by the FDA, canned tuna that was at risk for potential botulism contamination was accidentally distributed to stores in nine states, even after the products were recalled. The new recall was initiated after Tri-Union Seafoods discovered that previously quara...

01/20/2026

Consumer Alert!!

According to a new announcement published by the FDA, canned tuna that was at risk for potential botulism contamination was accidentally distributed to stores in nine states, even after the products were recalled. The new recall was initiated after Tri-Union Seafoods discovered that previously quara...

01/19/2026

Being a Fitness Professional for over 20 years and Master Certified for over 10 years, has been a very rewarding ride.

It has allowed me to help countless number of people move better, feel stronger, and live more active lives.

But more than that—it’s given me a unique perspective on what really matters when it comes to training the body for long-term health, performance and longevity.

Here are 4 big lessons I’ve learned along the way.

1. Movement in King

Movement is where it all starts. Before you worry about building muscle or chasing personal strength records, make sure your body moves well and your joints feel good.

That’s why in every longevity-based training program I prioritize, movement, mobility, and joint health first.

2. Strength Only Matters If It's Usable Outside the Gym

Getting stronger is great—but what’s the point if that strength doesn’t make life better.

Over my years of extensive education, I learned how connected the body really is:

Moving the hips can wake up the shoulders.
Reaching with the hands can activate the core and glutes.
Pressing on your palm can activate the rotator cuff and shoulder stabilizers.
Driving the heel into the floor can light up the glutes, especially the gluteus medius.

That’s why I’m such a believer in training on your feet whenever possible. It builds strength that carries into real life activities like lifting, walking, climbing, playing sports, yard work and enjoying your children or grandchildren.

3. Exercise Is the Best (and Cheapest) Medicine Out There

Exercise beats medication, hands down. Or at least will limit the need.

It’s proven, accessible, and doesn’t require a prescription. Regular exercise helps you stay more resilient to injury and disease, slow down aging, and perform better at every stage of life.

And here’s a bonus — It’s cheaper than doctor visits and co-pays.

It’s more fun than recovering from illness or injury.

It improves your heart health, strength, balance, coordination, and mobility—all the things that make life outside the gym ... Better!!!

The only catch? You’ve got to show up regularly and put in the work but that is way better than missing out of so many opportunities life creates.

4. Many Injuries Are Preventable

It takes a targeted approach. You need a workout programs that decreases the likelihood of injuries happening.

Train smart. Keep Showing Up. Focus on moving well. "Movement is Medicine" and exercise is the best “Medical Insurance ” you can have for long-term health.

Take-Away: Simple—fitness is proactive.

It’s the best way I know to help people live stronger, move better, and stay out of the "reactive" medical system altogether.

Make sure you set yourself up with a convenient, sustainable fitness routine that allows you to keep yourself feeling, moving and enjoying life.

Let me know if you need help getting set up.

Have a healthy and safe week.

01/13/2026

Strength training isn’t optional.

It’s not negotiable.

And it’s certainly not magical.

It takes effort, consistency, and a willingness to keep showing up.

But here’s the good news—there is no one “perfect” way to strength train.

What matters most is that you do it because strength training isn’t just about muscles—it’s about building on your longevity, your energy, and the quality of your life outside the gym.

You are you. No one else. You need a routine that excites you. One that's not only productive, but one that has you wanting more.

That’s how it’s supposed to be.

As long as you’re consistently challenging your muscles with resistance, any kind of resistance, you will build and maintain your strength for years to come.

If you feel stuck, if you're ready for change,—reach out, and let’s find your strength training pathway.

If you’re already having success—share it so I can celebrate you and inspire others.

The bottom line is this: There IS a way for you to strength train—if you’re willing to:

Show up
Move your body
Give your best effort
That’s it.

Thanks for joining me and enjoy the rest of your week.