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About Geoff Kalmbach
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I have been a Fitness Professional for 10 years. In those ten years I have trained thousands of individuals and more importantly educated those same people on how to incorporate a healthy and fit lifestyle. Whether it be a general question about fat loss/muscle gain or critiquing your nutritional scheme and favorite workout. I can help clear up all the misinformation and guide you in the right direction (SAFELY).

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10 years of personal training experience in-home as well as major health clubs across the country. I own and run a successful personal training buisness in Florida (7 years).

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Walton Sun weekly column
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Questions Answered By Expert  Geoff Kalmbach 
In Category  Strength Training

SubjectDate Asked

question7/21/2008
  Q: I need to inquire about 2 different issues; I hope you can help me: My first question is about ...
  A: Hey Sam, Go maize and Blue or go Sparty. I am originally from Jackson MI but now reside in Florida ...
This stubborn little.....7/16/2008
  Q: Since I was 15 years old, I've been trying to get rid of this little gut. Other people tell me it's ...
  A: Those last few vanity pounds can be a real pain in the butt to get rid of. It generally takes a very ...
Am i too young?7/15/2008
  Q: I am 15 years old, 55 kg and 5,5. Am i too young to start building abdominal muscles? i was also ...
  A: 15 is certainly not to young but be sure to focus on full body workouts so you don;t create strength ...
Fast Gainer?1/1/2008
  Q: Geoff I am very concerned about my weight. Since September I have been doing 45 minutes to an hour ...
  A: Conngratulations on the great success thus far Barry. You are doing everything just about perfect ...
overtraining10/1/2007
  Q: I read somewhere that you should never train the same muscle groups on consecutive days. I do a full ...
  A: Not knowing your exact goals for training I will still lean toward the fact your are overtraining. ...
Muscle balance2/22/2007
  Q: When I was in High School, my track coach tried to prevent injury to our legs by making sure when we ...
  A: Hey Chris, Sorry for the delay, I just received your question Friday. Just because you can ...
exercise2/20/2007
  Q: I heard that you have to exercise every other day. Can I exercise the same muscle group day and ...
  A: Hey Jeff, My first response is that this must be some crazy bodybuilding technique. Now before all ...
interesting1/14/2007
  Q: I thought you might find this interesting ...
  A: Hey Jeff, Godd article. You should NEVER workout till your sore or can't move unless your a ...
Rowing12/28/2006
  Q: I looking to get a rowing exercise machine, I am torn between two types the Kettler Kadett Outrigger ...
  A: Bryan, When buying any type of fitness machine it is best to try out the machine before the ...
HI12/22/2006
  Q: can u give me a example of what supplememts to be taking and a diet that will be good for weight ...
  A: Hey Daniel, At 19 you should embrace the power of the best supplements available. . .fresh whole ...
HELP11/26/2006
  Q: ok simple question for youy this time. I strength train every other day in between i run or use my ...
  A: Until you have trained yourself to propersly eat in a supportive manner you are WASTING your money ...
Hockey workout11/24/2006
  Q: I have started playing rec. hockey in a fun league for over 45's. I never played before,but I ...
  A: Brent, A full body resistance routine 3-4 days weekly will do fine just as long as you progress ...
Workout Info11/23/2006
  Q: I’m going on 23, stand 6’ and weigh 175lbs. I don’t exercise and eat generally 1 meal a day and ...
  A: Jerrod, I just looked over my answers to questions from the past and there is a great deal of ...
Gain muscle11/15/2006
  Q: . I don't understand what you mean by "hanging onto bricks" and I looked for your link but ...
  A: Thick handled bars are excellent for forearms as well. You can make a thick bar by wrapping towels ...
Certification11/15/2006
  Q: I'm exploring the possibility of becoming certified. In the research I've done, the top 3 certs ...
  A: Brain, Sorry for the delay, I headed back home to Michigan to catch the UM/OSU football game and I ...
Ankles11/13/2006
  Q: How can I make my ankles stronger for basketball without damaging my hops?
  A: Strengthening all the muscles around the joint will help. A very simple way is to walk on yout toes ...
Gain muscle11/10/2006
  Q: my name is Dan. I'm 15 and I'd like to get better biceps and better muscle between your wrist and ...
  A: Hey Dan Be sure and train the body as a whole and not just a certain part you feel is lacking. ...
RE: Teenage weight loss11/6/2006
  Q: I am 16 years old and I am overweight. I am not what you’d call obese, more chubby I suppose! My BMI ...
  A: Hey Lucy, You seem to have all the activity down but I feel your missing out on the benefits of ...
Building Mass11/4/2006
  Q: I am 18 right now, about 5'8 and weigh 133lbs. I am not really super skinny or anthing, but I am by ...
  A: Hey Steve, You'll want to tackle your body as a whole and hit the weights ideally 3-4 times weekly. ...
Strenght Training10/31/2006
  Q: How should I train to sculpt and tone?
  A: Hey Toni Lynn There are so many different ways to condition your muscles and acheive the "fit" look ...
work out10/25/2006
  Q: hey im fourteen years old and can u give me some advice on how to get my biceps and chest and back ...
  A: Stick with big moves like barbell curls and bench press as well as dead lifts and bent over rows. ...
chest/forarms10/17/2006
  Q: How can I get a bigger chest without bench pressing? And what can I do to get those popeye the ...
  A: Justin, This will sound a little unconventional but it will make your chest explode and as a bonus ...
muscle gain10/8/2006
  Q: i am a 15 year old and go to the gym regulary to do weight training. i have been going for just ...
  A: Sam, Gald to hear of all the succes your having in the gym If you want to pack size you need to eat ...
Split Routines vs. Full Body8/28/2006
  Q: I would like to know your opinion of one of the most debated issues in weight training "which is ...
  A: Hey Dave, I applaude your interest in fitness and your curiosity will no doubt lead to great ...
Recovery8/24/2006
  Q: It is really helpful advice. There is one confusing thing in the industry though, that no one ...
  A: Well you pretty much hit the nail right on the head. There is no exact science for any of this. What ...
Walking on a treadmill8/15/2006
  Q: I am a 29 year old female and I walk on the treadmill 5 days a week for an hour each time. I walk on ...
  A: Hey Jennifer, Not knowing exactly what type and how severe your CP is I will offer advice in a ...
weight loss8/9/2006
  Q: Apart from gym/aerobics/dieting what other methods can one use to shape up?
  A: Hey Mirriam, The best approach to "shaping up" is covering all the angles but please note your best ...
similar stuff8/8/2006
  Q: I hope you like this stuff because I dont want to run the subject into the ground. And I hope ...
  A: Hey Jeff, I can see you have a real interest in the arts of strength training. I have a colleague ...
article8/8/2006
  Q: heres the site since i cant see where to attach it http://www.coachesinfo.com/article/242#5 thanks ...
  A: Hey Jeff Look at POWER as speed and force combined. If you contract a muscle with the intent of ...
Where does the weight go from?7/19/2006
  Q: I have semi-regular skin-fold body fat tests, monitor my weight carefully and weight train ...
  A: I'm not positive I understand the question but I will take a stab at it. Body fat testing measures ...
Bodybuilding6/5/2006
  Q: Geoff-- Two questions: 1. Is there an age past which a person who is trying to put on muscle mass ...
  A: As far as an optimal age for muscle mass it is really a matter of genetics but more importantly ...
Fat loss in my legs5/23/2006
  Q: I am a 22 year old female, 5'4 148lbs. As a child I was very active and gained a lot of muscle in ...
  A: Don't be so damn hard on your self. You have already acheived so much by choosing to live a ...
Workout question5/22/2006
  Q: Two years ago I lifted while taking a protein supplement and managed to look very good for what my ...
  A: Hey Maoz, I wouldn't worry too much about burning up all your muscle with the running. When your ...

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