🤔One of the most underrated tools for long term #weightloss? A basic #food scale.

➡️ Not for restriction. For awareness. For #education.

🎯When we understand what’s on our plate, we’re not guessing. We’re choosing. And that’s where real, lifelong change begins.

#fitness #nutrition #Boston #health

The Other America🇺🇸

📣 "…and we must realize that the time is always right to do right." -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech "The Other America" delivered at Stanford University on April 14, 1967.

📣 🇺🇸 True patriots choose democracy over authoritarianism. Country over party. Humanity over hate.

#caturday #bff 🐾🐱

🐈‍⬛ Our new rescue kitty Clementine loves her spider toy, and big sister Xing Xing is entertained by her adventures.

#RescueCats #AdoptDontShop #cats #kittens #fun #humor #pets #smile #catsofbluesky

🧵1/2 A Personal Share for International Volunteer Day 🇺🇸🇺🇦

I’ll never forget my first international volunteer experience in 2022 at the humanitarian center in Przemyśl, #Poland 🇵🇱. I went expecting nothing in return—only to support Ukrainians displaced by the aggressor’s war.

#Ukraine #volunteer

🍑 Stronger Glutes. Booty Training!

⏰ From the #Fitness Foundry Video Vault (2023)

🎯In this video, I break down proper form for Bilateral and Single-Leg Hip Thrusts—essential for building glute strength and hip stability.

#health #running #exercise #Boston #tips #gym #rockclimbing #workout #gym

#Health Equity in Action: #Fitness is for All Abilities!💪🏾

📣My commitment is to design classes that overcome barriers. My SPARTA Strength Class at the Milano Senior Center in Melrose exemplifies this mission.

⭐️The rockstar members (ages 65 to 94) are an inspiration!

#aging #MentalHealth #workout

🔥PSA: Long-Term #WeightLoss Is Achievable

✅First step: Skip the pseudoscience. Ditch the gimmicks. Ignore the grifters.

💪🏾 With 20+ years as a certified personal trainer, I’ve helped real people lose 5 to 120+ pounds—and more importantly, keep it off.

#health #science #nutrition #fitness #boston

🪑 Fit Tip Series – Part 2: Better Knees, Seated!

🎯This low-impact unilateral move targets knee strength and stability—perfect for home or #gym. Great for healthy aging, balance, and injury prevention.

🎥 Missed Part 1? Check out my standing single-leg #squat progression!

#workout #boston #health

💪🏾 Fit Tip from the #Fitness Court

⏰As we age, favoring one side can lead to instability, joint strain, and even increase fall risk. That’s why unilateral #exercise is a game-changer!

👟Watch as I show you a few variations (assisted and unassisted) you can do for home or the #gym!

#over50 #health

🧵 #Homelessness is Rising. #Winter is Here. Let’s Act Local🚨

🗣️I invite you to join me in shining a light on the local organizations that keep our communities warm, nourished, and cared for.

🎯Non-profits can’t do this work alone. They rely on community partners, donors, and volunteers—every bit..

Caught a little #Thanksgiving spirit today! 🦃🐾

👟On my way back from Dunkin’ this morning, I heard a familiar meow along the Northern Strand in Malden. It was our local feral cat, clearly putting in a breakfast request.

🐈 I went home, grabbed some kibble and water, and headed back…

#cats #care

📣 #Fitness motivation courtesy of the rockstar members ages 65-94 from my SPARTA Strength Class at the Malden Senior Center. 💪🏾

🎯 This class is designed for all abilities and rooted in #community building.

It’s never too late to get active! 👟

#aging #health #seniors #exercise #longevity #fun

🔥8 Effective Grip and Forearm Exercises for Healthy #Aging!

👊🏽Strong hands are conducive to brain #health, #longevity, and fighting sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss)!

🙌🏽Grip strength transfers to activities of daily living such as holding grocery bags, using tools, and/or arm wrestling💪🏾

#fitness