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How to prepare for the police, military or fire academy

August 26, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

Let’s help you get prepared for the academy or PFQ if you’re already on the department. (P.S. I also have this information available via podcast if you’d like to listen instead. It’s at the bottom of this post) In the video above, I go over the moves in this 20-30 minute workout. This isn’t something you can do repeatedly day... Read More

Top 5 First Responder Fitness Podcasts

August 11, 2016July 2, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

Have you heard? First Responder Fitness has it’s own podcast. Not too excited yet? What??? Actually I’ve found many First Responders still don’t know exactly what that means. Too much old school going around here! This podcast is a quick 5-15 minute audio file, that you can download using your mobile phone, so that you can listen to information, tips, tricks, tactics... Read More

The Best Time Of Day To Exercise

April 24, 2016January 4, 2018 Marc Hildebrand

(P.S. I’ve put the answer to this question in to a new podcast, just in case you’d rather hear it via audio instead of video. Check out the bottom of this page.) You may be against it, but I’d suggest you try it for a week solid. Don’t give yourself less sleep either, make sure your sleep stays as consistent... Read More

Raise Your Standards

April 17, 2016June 18, 2018 Marc Hildebrand

(P.S. If you’d like to listen to these ideas in an audio version instead of a video, check out the podcast at the bottom of this page.) Where are your standards? Where are you expectations? I hope they match, because if they don’t, you’re going to be disappointed as much as I was when I was spinning my wheels. Let’s... Read More

Meal Planning Basics

April 10, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

I couldn’t help but try and prepare you as best as I can, to defeat the crappy food syndrome at work. This is just the beginning of what we will work together on, but you’ve got to start somewhere. I hope this has been helpful. (P.S. I’ve included an additional podcast at the bottom of this page, where I... Read More

Supplement FAQ

April 3, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

P.S. If you’d like to listen to this supplement FAQ in audio form instead of video, check out the podcast at the bottom of this post. Lots to think about, I know. That’s why I created this supplement FAQ and video. But just look at the things that you see would help you bridge your nutritional gaps. And if... Read More

Whole Versus Processed Foods

March 27, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

Did you learn something today that will change the way you think of food? I hope so. If all you’ve done is learned one thing, I’ve done my job. Thanks for doing what you do, and stay safe out there! (P.S. I linked to my podcast at the bottom of this page in case you want to listen to this... Read More

What Are The Differences Between Micro And Macro, And Why Does It Matter?

March 20, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

You would think the number of calories is what would matter the most, at least that’s what I thought. It wasn’t until I learned just how important the micro-nutrients were, that I started to get this health thing under control. It wasn’t about just reducing the amounts of bad foods I was eating, it was about replacing them with... Read More

Why Diets And Fitness Programs Work For Some People And Not Others

March 13, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

Does this make sense after checking out this video? We are all different, of course something that works for one person, won’t necessarily work for the next. And it’s not because that system doesn’t work. Lots of time it’s because it’s not something you enjoy… The food you eat makes you feel heavy… Or it’s just not your cup... Read More

Nutrient Timing – When Is The Best Time To Eat Protein, Fat Or Carbs

March 6, 2016June 29, 2017 Marc Hildebrand

I hope that after watching this video, it makes much more sense to you. To recap: Eat carbs early in the day and before/after your workout. Try not to eat them late at night and then not use the energy. Eat fat throughout the day, but avoid it immediately before or after the workout. Eat protein during the entire day,... Read More

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