Ross Harrison
Ross Harrison has been a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association and involved in the fitness industry since 1996. He is a certified personal trainer, certified strength and conditioning specialist, nutritional consultant, and has a BA in psychology from Grinnell College. He has also completed post-certification work in numerous areas including core conditioning, low back health, exercise (Swiss) ball training, exercise nutrition, and sports psychology.
Ross takes a holistic approach to health and fitness and believes a good program must address a variety of issues, including exercise (aerobic and anaerobic), nutrition, injury prevention, posture, stabilization, and exercise psychology. He works to train and educate people of all ages to improve their quality of life through exercise and nutrition.
Ross is currently living in Austin, TX where he runs Precision Health and Fitness, an in-home and online personal training and consulting company. He also gives seminars on exercise and nutrition and maintains a website (http://precisionhealth-fitness.com/default.aspx) and blog (http://austinpersonaltrainer.wordpress.com/) with practical information to help people reach their health and fitness goals.
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Ross takes a holistic approach to health and fitness and believes a good program must address a variety of issues, including exercise (aerobic and anaerobic), nutrition, injury prevention, posture, stabilization, and exercise psychology. He works to train and educate people of all ages to improve their quality of life through exercise and nutrition.
Ross is currently living in Austin, TX where he runs Precision Health and Fitness, an in-home and online personal training and consulting company. He also gives seminars on exercise and nutrition and maintains a website (http://precisionhealth-fitness.com/default.aspx) and blog (http://austinpersonaltrainer.wordpress.com/) with practical information to help people reach their health and fitness goals.
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Supplements: Weight Loss Products '" Do They Live Up to Their Hype?Weight loss supplements are incredibly popular, but they all have some problems. This article looks at the positives and negatives of metabolism boosters, appetite suppressants, and calorie blockers. -
The Foods You Should Eat '" the Big PictureMost people want to eat healthy, but it is easy to become focused on one or two small aspects of nutrition and lose sight of the big picture. This article discusses some of the common mistakes people make when choosing what foods to eat.
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Health and Fitness Psychology '" the Role of Exercise and Nutrition KnowledgePsychology has a big impact on health and fitness success, but it is something that is ignored in many training programs. This article explains how increasing knowledge leads to better results from a psychological standpoint.
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Muscular Efficiency, Calorie Burning, and Fat LossMuscular efficiency sounds like a good thing and in many cases it is, but it can have a negative effect on calorie burning and fat loss. This article explains how to manipulate muscular efficiency to maximize your results.
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The Eat This, Not that Mentality Towards NutritionThe eat this, not that approach to nutrition is very popular due to its simplicity, but is it a good approach towards nutrition. This article looks at the positive and negatives of this food comparison technique. -
Functional Training: What it Really Means and Why it is ImportantFunctional training is a term commonly used to describe exercises, but it is frequently used incorrectly. This article explains how to determine if an exercise is really functional. Interestingly, the answer can change depending on the situation. -
Supplements: Are Protein Powders and Meal Replacement Powders (MRPs) Useful?Many supplements are overpriced or a waste of money, but protein powders and meal replacement powders are some of the better supplements around, depending on the situation. This article discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each one. -
The Problem with Weight Loss, Fat Cells, and Yo-yo DietingMany people struggle to lose weight (especially fat lbs) and one of the main reasons has to do with repeatedly gaining and losing weight. This article explains the negative effect that weight fluctuations have on fat cells and weight loss. -
Make a Plan, Not a New Year's ResolutionNew Year's resolutions are used to help people improve various aspects of their life, but resolutions rarely seem to have positive long-term results. Therefore, instead of making resolutions, make a specific plan to achieve success. -
Mirrors Can Improve Your Exercise Technique and Health and Fitness ResultsEveryone has at least some exercise technique flaws that can lead to inefficient workouts or even injury. This article explains how you can use a mirror to improve your form and ultimately enhance the effectiveness of your workouts.
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How to Get Your Diet Back on Track when Your Eating Falls Apart: A Holiday ExperienceMost people splurge during the holidays, but that does not have to derail your whole nutrition program. The real problem comes when holiday eating behaviors continue after the holidays and this article provides advice to help you get back on track.
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Health and Fitness Psychology '"Successful Goal SettingGoal setting is proven to improve long-term health and fitness success, but often goes unused. This article explains the basics of goal setting and provides suggestions to help you get the most out of your exercise and nutrition program.
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Is No Pain, No Gain a Good Approach to Exercise?People often say no pain, no gain in regards to exercise, but is this statement really accurate? This article looks at the truth behind this statement and explains why this is not the best approach to exercise.
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The Hidden Causes of Holiday Weight GainMost people worry about gaining weight during the holidays and big family meals or holiday parties are often a primary concern. However, there are other aspects of holiday eating and drinking that are just as big of a problem, but often overlooked. -
Health and Fitness Psychology '" Tips for Success '" a Supportive EnvironmentA person's mindset towards health and fitness can have a significant impact on their results, but many people do not think about the psychological aspects of health and fitness. This article looks at the importance of having a good support system. -
Eating on the Go '" Tips and Tricks for Eating Healthy with a Busy ScheduleEating healthy while on the go is a common problem, because most nutrition choices in a rush are not very good choices. This article explains how a little planning can make all the difference and improve your eating habits. -
Is Exercising in Water is Good for Your Entire Body?Exercising in the water is becoming more popular all the time, likely due to the minimal joint stress and recovery benefits of water workouts. However, water based exercise does have drawbacks and other forms of training should be used for ideal results. -
Sport Supplements '" Do Performance Enhancers Live Up to Their Hype?Performance enhancement supplements have become incredibly popular, but many of the products are overhyped and overpriced. This article explains how to get the best bang for your buck when buying these supplements. -
Insulin, the Glycemic Index, and Fat LossMany people have a hard time losing fat and a common reason is because of their insulin levels. This article explains how different foods cause variations in your insulin level and discusses how you can control your insulin level to increase fat loss.
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Exercise Secrets '" the Importance of Intent During a WorkoutMany people exercise by just going through the motions, but that approach leads to inefficient workouts. This article explains how your intent can affect your affect the effectiveness of your workouts as well as your overall results.
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Supplements '" Are Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Worth the Money?Vitamins and minerals are very popular supplements, but people often question whether or not they are worth the money. The truth is they frequently are, but it depends on the situation and this article explains when they are most effective.
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Health and Fitness During the HolidaysThe holiday season is a time when many people struggle with their health and fitness routine, but that does not have to be the case. This article explains how the right mindset can minimize setbacks and set the stage for continued progress next year.
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The Thanksgiving Meal: Turkey, Tryptophan, and TirednessDuring Thanksgiving people often feel tired after their meal and the tiredness is typically blamed on the turkey, but another factor is really to blame. This article explains how to improve the way you feel by making a small change in your eating.
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Food Value Shopping Technique '" Calories and Grams of Protein per DollarIt can be a challenge to determine which foods provide the best financial value. Therefore, I developed a simple technique you can use to compare a variety of products and find the best deals.
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Does Lifting Weights Make You Big and Bulky?Many people avoid lifting weights because they are afraid it will make them big and bulky, but this only happens if you follow a specific type of training program. Many lifting programs do not make people big and bulky and offer many other benefits. -
Cooking with the Wrong Fats and Oils Can Be DisastrousSome fats are healthier than others, but you may not realize that cooking can change the healthiness of a fat or even create unhealthy trans-fats. This article explains what fats are best to use for cooking and which ones should be avoided. -
A Simple Breathing Technique for Stress ReductionStress has a negative impact on many people's lives, but there are things that can be done to decrease stress and improve health and fitness. This article explains a simple breathing technique for stress reduction.
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The Best Way to Lose Fat from Your Problem AreasPeople always have at least on area that accumulates fat easier than other areas and it can be very difficult to lose fat from these areas. However, it can be done with the right approach. -
An Introduction to Supplements and the Supplement IndustryBuying supplements can be overwhelming due to the vast number of choices and confusing labels. This article provides information to help you understand the basic labeling and marketing issues in the supplement industry.
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Halloween and Holiday Eating: How to Keep from Blowing Your DietHalloween can derail your healthy eating plans, but it does not have to ruin your diet. How you eat during Halloween is not nearly as much of an issue as what you do after the holiday is over. -
Movement Affects How Your Body Feels and FunctionsSimply moving your body has a number of physical benefits. Unfortunately, the high number of people living sedentary lifestyles (minimal activity) is causing many people to experience unnecessary muscle and joint pain.
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The Secret to Developing Willpower to Consistently Eat Healthy FoodsConsistently eating healthy can be a challenge and people often think their biggest problem is a lack of willpower. However, the bigger issues are your environment and preparation, which are things that can be changed to give you more willpower. -
How to Make Healthy Foods Taste BetterEating healthy is necessary for good health and fitness, but many people can't get past the taste of healthy foods. This article explains why the healthy food may not be the actual problem and discusses what you can do to make foods taste better. -
Common Flaws in Exercise Program Design: Not Training Muscles EquallyPositive health and fitness results depend on making the right exercise and nutrition choices. One often overlooked aspect of training is choosing the right exercises. This article explains why it is critically important to train your muscles equally. -
Increasing Weight Loss Through Nutritional JournalingMost people want to lose weight or lose fat and they often try many different things to help them succeed. However, one proven method for improving weight loss is rarely utilized and that is nutritional journaling, which is explained in this article. -
The Body Paradox: Why Nutritional Choices that Seem Good May Actually Hurt Your ResultsMany people struggle with weight and fat loss and one reason is because they inadvertently do things to sabotage their success. This article explains why some things that seem like a good idea can actually have the opposite effect.
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Is Iceberg Lettuce a Food You Should Avoid?Iceberg lettuce often gets a bad wrap when it comes to nutritional value, but when you take a closer look, the real value of this food becomes clear. This article explains why iceberg lettuce can actually be good for health and weight loss. -
Foundations of Effective Exercise Program Design: The SAID PrincipleMany people exercise, but most people do not follow the ideal training program for their goals. This article discusses the SAID principle and explains how each training choice you make affects your specific results.
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Foundations of Effective Exercise Program Design: The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)Many people struggle with effective workout design, because they don't really understand what is needed to stimulate physical improvement. This article discusses the General Adaptation Syndrome, which explains why some programs succeed and others fail. -
Current Trends and Future Directions in Health and FitnessThis article looks at the topics that are currently popular among health and fitness professionals. These topics will shape the future directions of the fitness and personal training industries.
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A Healthier Way to Cheat with Sugary SweetsEating too much sugar is one of the main reasons people gain fat and have trouble losing weight. This article discusses a simple tip you can use to minimize the negative effects of eating sugar. -
Tips to Improve the Effectiveness of Walking ExerciseWalking is a popular form of exercise, but many people have ineffective walking routines. This article explains how to make your walking workouts more effective and improve your long-term health and fitness results.
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Improving Weight and Fat Loss by Naturally Shrinking Your StomachWeight loss is a struggle and a major reason is because people eat too much at a time. You can naturally shrink your stomach to eating less and losing more and this article discusses the more effective strategies for doing just that. -
You Have More Control Over Your Health Than You Might RealizeIt is common to think that many aches and pains or even more serious health problems are out of your control, but that is rarely the case. This article explains that you can take control of how your body looks, feels, and functions.
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Alcohol: A Big Problem for Weight Loss and Fat Gain (There's a Reason It's Called a Beer Belly)Most people know that alcohol is problematic for weight loss, but it is often assumed that the calories are the main issue. The calories can be a problem, but even lower calorie alcoholic drinks cause problems and this article explains why. -
2 Different Types of Muscles: What They Are and Why They Are Important - a Functional ApproachMuscle physiology is complicated, but functionally, muscles generally fit into two categories: prime movers and stabilizers. This article discusses the differences between these muscles and explains why they are both important to your body. -
The Problem with Losing WeightAlmost everyone wants a better looking body, but too many people focus only on weight loss, which rarely leads to long term fat loss. This article provides a better approach to improve the look and health of your body. -
The 3 Things Needed for a Comprehensive Exercise Warm-upWarming up is a critical part of exercise, but many people do not warm up properly and put themselves at risk for injury or declines in performance. This article explains what you need in a warm up and gives recommendations for different situations.
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Food Label Grain Terms: Multi-Grain, Whole Grain, and OrganicWhen looking at grain products, there are many terms companies use to catch your eye, such as whole grain, multi-grain, and organic. This article explains what these terms really mean and gives tips for getting the best deals on healthy grains. -
Is Doing Lots of Abdominal Exercises the Best Way to Get Great Looking Abs?People often think that doing lots of abdominal exercises is a great way to develop good looking abs. However, this belief is inaccurate and this article explains a more effective way to improve your abs.
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A Quick, Easy, Nutritious, and Inexpensive MealPeople are always looking for quick and healthy meals that fit into any budget. This article introduces a meal that meets all these criteria and explains why it is so good from a nutritional standpoint.
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Common Mistakes when Buying Exercise Equipment and How to Get Quality Equipment for a Reasonable PriceNew pieces of exercise equipment are constantly coming out, but a lot of it is overpriced junk. This article explains how to avoid buying poor quality equipment and suggests places to buy better equipment at a reasonable price.
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Dieting is Not the Answer for Long-Term Weight Loss or Fat LossMany people diet to lose weight, but dieting typically only results in short-term success at best. This article discusses an alternative to traditional dieting that is more effective for losing weight and keeping it off.
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Does Lifting Weights Decrease Flexibility?There is a lot of confusion about whether or not lifting weights decreases flexibility. This article explains what contributes to losses of flexibility and discusses what you can do to maintain or increase your current level of flexibility. -
How to Improve Your Body with Recovery WorkoutsMany people do not allow their bodies to recover enough between workouts, which results in ineffective training and poor results. Recovery workouts can fix these problems and this article explains how to incorporate them into a training program. -
What Nutritional Factor Has the Greatest Effect on Weight Loss?Many things that affect weight loss, but one nutritional factor appears to have the strongest relationship with weight loss. This article discusses factors that impact weight loss and focuses on the specific component that has the greatest effect. -
Does Muscle Turn to Fat when You Stop Exercising?There is a lot of confusion about whether or not muscle turns to fat when you stop exercising, but the facts behind this issue are rather clear. This article explains why muscle cannot turn into fat, although it may appear like it does. -
Learning Proper Exercise Technique: Avoiding the Overuse of Stronger MusclesDeveloping good exercise technique is a challenge and one reason is because stronger muscles often get used too much. This article discusses why this is a problem and gives advice on how to improve your form while exercising.
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How to Calculate Your Target Heart RateMany people monitor their heart rate while exercising, but knowing your heart rate is not too important if you don't know what should be. This article explains two easy ways to calculate your target heart rate to get the most out of your workouts. -
Preventing Overeating: Weight Loss Strategies to Use when Eating OutOvereating is one of the biggest reasons why people gain weight and have trouble losing fat, so preventing overeating is a key to long-term health and fitness success. This article discusses three tips to minimize overeating when eating out.
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How to Prevent Weight and Fat Gain when Exercise Decreases or StopsExercising consistently is critical for long-term health and fitness, but what happens when you stop exercising. This article explains how to minimize the weight and fat gain or muscle loss that typically accompanies decreases in activity. -
Learning Proper Exercise Technique: The Problem with Familiar MovementsIt takes effort to develop good exercise technique and one reason is because the human body likes to replicate familiar movements. This article discusses why this is a problem and gives advice on how to improve your form while exercising.
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How to Turn Weeding into an Effective Workout for Fitness and Fat LossAll activities burn calories, but that does not mean they are necessarily effective for improving fitness or burning fat. Weeding is one activity that can be turned into an effective workout, if you add something to it. -
Does Drinking Cold Water Burn Calories and Help Weight Loss?People are always on the lookout for easy ways to lose weight and one possible method is to drink cold water. This article explains how drinking cold water affects calorie burning and discusses whether or not it improves weight loss. -
Preventing Overeating: Weight Loss Strategies for Eating at HomeOvereating is one of the biggest reasons why people gain weight and have trouble losing fat, so preventing overeating is a key to long-term health and fitness success. This article discusses four tips to minimize overeating at home. -
How to Turn Digging and Shoveling into Effective Workouts for Fitness and Fat LossAll activities burn calories, but that does not mean they are necessarily effective for improving fitness or burning fat. Digging and Shoveling are activities that can be turned into effective workouts, by making one significant change.
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The Problem with Using Scientific Studies to Promote Health and Fitness ProductsScientific studies are often cited to promote health and fitness products, but the data is often misused. Understanding how data can be manipulated is one of the best ways to avoid being swayed by misleading information.
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Exercise Intensity: What it is and How it Affects Your Exercise ResultsExercise intensity is one of the most important exercise components, but many people do not really know what it is. This article discusses the different meanings of intensity and explains how intensity affects your training results.
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Tips to Prevent Overeating and Lose Fat: General StrategiesOvereating is one of the biggest reasons why people gain weight and have trouble losing fat, so preventing overeating is a key to long-term health and fitness success. This article discusses general tips to help prevent overeating in any situation.
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How to Turn Grass Cutting into an Effective Workout for Fitness and Fat LossAll activities burn calories, but that does not mean they are necessarily effective for improving fitness or burning fat. Grass cutting is one activity that can be turned into an effective workout, with some small adjustments.
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The Importance of Recovery Workouts for Optimal Health and FitnessSome people think you should always push yourself as hard as possible when exercising, but that just causes problems in the long run. This article explains why recovery workouts will not only make you feel better, but improve your results as well. -
The Truth About the Fat Burning Zone: Is it the Best Way to Lose Fat?The fat burning zone is a popular concept, but contrary to its name, training in the fat burning zone is not the best way to lose fat. This article discusses problems with the fat burning zone and explains more effective ways to lose fat.
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How Food Labels Can Be Made to Sound Healthier Than They Really AreCompanies frequently try to make foods sound healthier than they really are and this article explains some of the most common ways this is done. This information will help you learn what to look out for when reading food labels. -
Cutting Calories Too Much Prevents Fat LossConsuming the right number of calories is integral to fat loss, but eating too few calories minimizes fat loss and increases the chance for fat gain. This article discuss why eating too few calories is bad and provides a better approach to fat loss. -
How to Separate Quality Health and Fitness Information from Manipulative MarketingWith the abundance of health and fitness information and excessive amounts of advertising, it is important to be able to separate quality information from manipulative marketing and this article provides some simple tips to help you do just that. -
The Truth About Carbohydrates and Net Carb LabelingCompanies frequently promote foods with low net carbs as being ideal for weight loss, but this can be misleading. This article explains the truth behind net carb labeling and discusses why foods with lower net carbs are not always better for fat loss.
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How to Lose Fat and Improve Fitness: The Key is Exercise, Not ActivityFat loss and increased fitness are common goals, but most people fail to achieve them. People often think increasing their activity will help them reach their goals, but that is not always the case and this article explains what is required for success.
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How to Read Food Labels: Common TerminologyLabels terms, such as light and reduced can tell you a lot about a food, while other terms do not provide any relevant information whatsoever and are just listed to increase sales. Knowing the difference is a key to making the right nutritional choices.
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The Problem with Health and FitnessHealth and fitness is becoming more and more about marketing and sales and less about actually helping people reach their health and fitness goals. This may eventually change, but it is going to take some effort from all of us.
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How to Read Food Labels: Serving Size and Fat PercentageFood labels can be misleading, so it is important to know how to read them correctly. This article discusses two label issues that frequently cause people to consume more fat and total calories than they realize. -
How to Read Food Labels: The Ingredients ListThe list of ingredients on a food label is often ignored, but it is filled with useful information, if you know what to look for. This article gives tips to help you figure out how healthy the foods you eat really are.
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Weightlifting and Powerlifting: Explaining Two Commonly Misunderstood Fitness TermsThe terms weightlifting and powerlifting are often misunderstood and misused. This article explains what these terms really mean, so people can communicate more effectively in regards to exercise and fitness.
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Resistance Training Vs. Bodybuilding: They Are Very DifferentResistance training and bodybuilding are terms that are often used incorrectly and many people think they mean the same thing. They are in fact very different and understanding these terms is important for understanding health and fitness information.
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Stretching: Introduction and Basic TipsStretching is one of the most important aspects of any health and fitness program, yet it is frequently ignored in many programs. This post discusses why stretching is necessary and how it will benefit your body.
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The Best Aerobic Exercise for Calorie BurningMany exercise machines claim to be the most effective for calorie burning, but these claims are more marketing than science fact. This article explains how equipment affects your results and what is really important for calorie burning and fat loss.