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GOALS By Brian Tracy – Book Review By Tom Venuto
GOALS By Brian Tracy – Book Review By Tom Venuto

Book Reviews

GOALS By Brian Tracy – Book Review By Tom Venuto

2024-08-02T14:09:02-04:00By Tom Venuto|Book Reviews|

Brian Tracy is a legend in the personal development, business development and motivational speaking industries. He is also one of the last living GOATS in the field, still teaching at age 80. There are many good books and audio programs about setting and achieving goals, but Brian's book, GOALS! How To Get Everything You Want, Faster Than You Ever Thought Possible, is one of the best. It is slanted toward business and financial success, but the principles are universal and can be applied to any area of your life, including health and fitness...

What Most People Are Still Getting Wrong About Goal-Oriented Versus Process-Oriented Fitness
What Most People Are Still Getting Wrong About Goal-Oriented Versus Process-Oriented Fitness

Motivation & Mindset

What Most People Are Still Getting Wrong About Goal-Oriented Versus Process-Oriented Fitness

2024-08-01T07:03:04-04:00By Tom Venuto|Motivation & Mindset|

I recently read a book about mindfulness and being "present." The premise was that by learning to love the process, you'll avoid self-judgement, eliminate impatience, end boredom, reduce stress, feel calmer, experience self-discovery, enjoy the journey and be happy. Achieving your goal will simply be a natural by-product. Sounds pretty good! But is being process-oriented really better than being goal-oriented? Why are some self-help gurus today telling us to "forget about goals?"

Desiccated Liver Pills: Is This “Old School” Bodybuilding Supplement Worth Anything Today?
Desiccated Liver Pills: Is This “Old School” Bodybuilding Supplement Worth Anything Today?

Supplements

Desiccated Liver Pills: Is This “Old School” Bodybuilding Supplement Worth Anything Today?

2025-10-02T06:30:59-04:00By Tom Venuto|Supplements|

As a teenage bodybuilder, I latched on to the teachings of the late bodybuilding trainer/guru Vince Gironda. He was a huge fan of desiccated liver and made it sound like it was "better than steroids." This supplement has made someone of a comeback thanks to a couple things: One, the carnivore diet movement. Two, an asshat on instagram called liver king who later admitted he did not build is monstrous physique eating law river and taking supplements, he was pumped to the gills with steroids. Liver is no miracle muscle builder. Closer to the truth, it's nothing more than a protein supplement that is especially rich in Iron and B vitamins ...

About “Fat Burning Recipes”…
About “Fat Burning Recipes”…

Food & Nutrition, Weight Loss & Fat Loss

About “Fat Burning Recipes”…

2024-07-26T15:44:01-04:00By Tom Venuto|Food & Nutrition, Weight Loss & Fat Loss|

Today I want to share another classic fat burner. No, no, not fat burner supplement pills – those things are worthless! Total rip off! I completely debunked and destroyed the fat burner supplement myth in a previous blog. Today what I’m talking about is classic “fat burning” recipes. But what do I mean by "fat burning recipes?" And is there really even such a thing as "fat burning recipes" or "fat burning foods?"

The Best Exercise To Reverse Aging And Live Longer
The Best Exercise To Reverse Aging And Live Longer

Cardio Training, Health

The Best Exercise To Reverse Aging And Live Longer

2024-07-22T10:08:59-04:00By Tom Venuto|Cardio Training, Health|

What is the best exercise to reverse aging and extend your lifespan? Is it lifting weights? We could make a good argument that the answer is yes. People who don’t lift weights lose muscle with every passing year. But do not underestimate the amazing power of the right cardio combined with weight lifting... According to the latest research, if you do the right kind of cardio, it makes your heart health 15 to 20 years younger

Bulk Or Cut? (What Should Your Body Fat Be Before You Start A Muscle Gaining Diet?)
Bulk Or Cut? (What Should Your Body Fat Be Before You Start A Muscle Gaining Diet?)

Body Recomposition, Gain Muscle

Bulk Or Cut? (What Should Your Body Fat Be Before You Start A Muscle Gaining Diet?)

2026-03-05T11:17:22-05:00By Tom Venuto|Body Recomposition, Gain Muscle|

So you're wondering, "Should I bulk or cut?" Maybe you're not sure because you heard out there in social media and blog world that you're not supposed go on a muscle building diet if your body fat is a little high. Then you wonder, "Well, how low does my body fat have to be before it's ok for me to bulk? When is it okay for me to go into a calorie surplus for bulking? The answer is here!

Cool Summer Chickpea Bell Pepper Salad
Cool Summer Chickpea Bell Pepper Salad

Recipes

Cool Summer Chickpea Bell Pepper Salad

2026-01-29T10:59:02-05:00By Tom Venuto|Recipes|

This chick pea and bell pepper salad is perfect for a hot summer day or night. It's delicious, has a great crunch and is packed with nutrients including 13 grams of fiber. Served by itself, it's vegan, or try serving it with a lemon-pepper chicken breast on the side, or tuna mixed in for the lean protein to make it a complete high protein meal. Takes just 10 minutes to make! Serve it right up, or put it in the fridge and serve it chilled later

Macro Mistakes That Even Experienced Dieters Still Make
Macro Mistakes That Even Experienced Dieters Still Make

Meal Planning

Macro Mistakes That Even Experienced Dieters Still Make

2025-02-27T10:41:04-05:00By Tom Venuto|Meal Planning|

Most people are making big mistakes when setting their macros (protein, carbs, fats). Beginners are more prone to these errors. That's understandable. There's a learning curve to this stuff. But what might surprise you is how many experienced dieters and physique enthusiasts are making the same macro mistakes too. See a list of the top 6 mistakes, and what to do about them in this post...

Is A Full Body Workout Better Than A Body Part Split Routine For Fat Loss?
Is A Full Body Workout Better Than A Body Part Split Routine For Fat Loss?

Weight Training

Is A Full Body Workout Better Than A Body Part Split Routine For Fat Loss?

2025-12-13T11:23:26-05:00By Tom Venuto|Weight Training|

Is a full body workout better? Full body workouts can be quite effective and they suit a lot of people's goals, schedules and preferences. The problem is when a training guru claims that full body workouts are superior to split routines for helping to increase fat loss. That's not necessarily true and here's why...

The 12-Week Year By Brian Moran Book Review
The 12-Week Year By Brian Moran Book Review

Book Reviews

The 12-Week Year By Brian Moran Book Review

2024-06-08T11:43:07-04:00By Tom Venuto|Book Reviews|

The 12 Week Year is a business book, but the way it also applies to fitness is one of the things that made it stand out to me. Here in our community, we sponsor 12-week body transformation challenges, offer 12-week training programs, and for years have encouraged our readers to set fitness and weight management goals in 12 week blocks, not just long term. That makes the premise of this book fit in well with our philosophy. Click here to read the review.....