4 Blogs We Follow and You Should Too

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Today’s blog is probably long overdue, it just took a question from one of our clients that triggered me to get it out to you guys. I was talking with a client this morning who mentioned to me that she really likes following our blogs, she asked if I had any idea where she could get more information like the stuff we put out. Of course! Just as our clients are always learning new things, we’re striving to do the same! With this in mind I put together a short list of blogs I myself (and many AFS staff) follow for inspiriation, education, and even a little entertainment. Check them out!

Dr. David Katz

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I know what you’re thinking, but no, this guy did not work as an extra on Grey’s Anatomy. He’s actually a really practical, intelligent, and inspiring influencer in the world of nutrition and preventative medicine. He has a social media following of over 500,000 which is 499,950 more than I have. Check out his bio if you’re curious!

Follow him for:

  • Preventative/Lifestyle Medicine
  • Nutrition
  • My favorite Blog 😉

Bret Contreras

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Bret Contreras, or as he’s more commonly known: “The Glute Guy,” is a great resource for info on exercise technique, biomechanics, and strength and conditioning. As you can see in the photo, he’s really serious about maximal glute activation..He even invented his own piece of equipment that aids with the hip thrust movement you see above. For great info on how to build a butt and so much more, he’s the guy.

Follow him for:

  • Tweaks to technique
  • Biomechanics
  • Program Design

Stephan Guyenet

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Stephan is constantly involved in ongoing conversations about the great carbohydrate debate. Low Carb? No Carb? High Carb? He’ll probably be the one to definitively answer that question one day.

Follow Him For:

  • Nutrition and Obesity Research
  • Information on the carbohydrate debate
  • More technical aspects of nutrition

Precision Nutrition

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Founded by John Berardi (who actually taught at Eastern Michigan University). This is an online coaching and certification company based out of Canada. They do an excellent job taking highly technical research and turning it into digestable content for their clients to consume and follow. Side note, they have the best infographics I’ve ever seen.

Follow Them For:

  • Habit Change and Nutrition
  • Very similar philosophy to AFS and our nutritional guidance approach
  • They offer a great podcast!
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Jared Freeman, Future owner/operator of AFS Rochester Hills and pursuer of more instagram followers.

 

About the Author:

  • Michael Stack is the founder & CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions and Frontline Fitness Pros. He is a faculty lecturer for the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology. He is also the creator and the host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, produced in conjunction with University of Michigan.

    Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade. He is dedicated to enhancing the standard of practice of, and advocating for, fitness and wellness professionals to ensure they become an essential constituent in the healthcare delivery system.

    With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching, lifestyle interventions to mitigate chronic disease and leadership. He is credentialed through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), Exercise is Medicine practitioner (ASCM-EIM), and a Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM-PAPHS). Michael is a National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach.

    Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology in 2004 and is currently a Master’s of Public Health (MPH) candidate at University of Michigan, with a specific concentration in health behavior and health education.

    Michael is a board of directors’ member for the Physical Activity Alliance and Michigan Fitness Clubs Association. He sits on the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors. Michael is an expert curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Finally, he is a member of the executive leadership team for American Heart Association’s Heart Walk.

    Michael lectures nationally for several health/fitness certification and continuing educations, including; IHRSA, the Medical Fitness Association, the National Strength & Conditioning Association, and SCW Fitness.

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