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Subject	Date Asked
Different cardio	1/2/2011
Q: Has there been any studies done on the effectiveness of different types of cardio for fat loss? I ... A: Sue, Thanks for your question... Yes, there are countless studies comparing exercise option A to ...
Bone sounds	12/24/2010
Q: I have recently joined Gym (two month ago), but i am facing a problem continously. while moving my ... A: Raze, Sorry 'bout the delay getting back to you... the holidays kind of took over for awhile! In ...
Ref. Weight Lifting Routine	8/25/2010
Q: I'am a Law Enforcement Officer looking to get back into the gym; however, I'am having trouble ... A: Louis! Because you didn't mention anything about your specific GOALS, I'll assume you're investing ...
Freehand exercise	11/9/2009
Q: I am 17 and 5’4”. I have been doing push ups, crunches, squats, chin ups and calf-raises for about 2 ... A: Shakil, thanks for your Qs... "which is better" really depends what you'd like to achieve. how ...
training frequency	11/5/2009
Q: I am currently using 5kg dumbbells for my upper body workout; I do 2-3 exercises per muscle group ... A: Fatima, "How much" is largely dependent on your training intensity. Generally, the higher the ...
Cardio and Core	11/3/2009
Q: Stankowski, I have been exercising at a great amount lately in order to prepare for joining the ... A: Remon, Without a muscle biopsy, any idea of 'mostly' one fiber type or the other is nothing more ...
fitness	11/2/2009
Q: I have been very active my whole life. I work out usually 6 days a week. 3 days I do strength ... A: Ken, RE: 'how many days', it depends on your training intensity and your ability to recover. RE: ...
Starting a weighlifting program	9/28/2008
Q: I am 18 and would like to start lifting. I am pretty sure to do 3 sets of 10 reps for each ... A: Sam, Congrats on making the decision to take the plunge into the world of weight training! 3x10 is ...
weight loss and lean muscle building	9/25/2008
Q: I am trying to lose ten pounds of fat by October 31st. I have been doing Pilates and free weights. I ... A: Great questions Ben! I can't really give set/rep/rest/exercise specifics without knowing more about ...
Muscle Mass	9/24/2008
Q: Hey Joe, just a quick question. I've been weight lifting for about 3 1/2 years now and I am ... A: Mike! Without knowing all the details of your training, nutrition and recovery plan, I can really ...
pain	5/1/2008
Q: I just got back into working out, after a 3 year absense. I dont really know how to approach the ... A: Will, Thanks for your question. Because you stated it's been 3 years since you've trained, I'll ...
quick(?) question on taking a break	9/20/2007
Q: 1. Is it going to negatively effect my training if I take a couple of weeks off from the weight ... A: Peter, It's hard to say exactly how much size/strength you'll lose, but yes, it's likely that ...
i have huge thighs anf buttocks!!!	9/17/2007
Q: I didn't know who to pose this question to... so im asking you. I am a 22 yr old male, am 5'3" in ... A: Why are those areas "huge"? Unfortunate body fat distribution? Or disproportionaly developled ...
Morning or evening cardio?	9/16/2007
Q: This past Winter I used to pedal my stationary bike for 30 minutes every morning.I was starting to ... A: For all practical purposes, morning vs evening makes no difference. Doing MORE isn't always the ...
6 pack	6/18/2007
Q: hello my name is darren n im 14yearsold n i was wondering if i can have your information on how to ... A: Darren, I'm wondering exactly how a defined 6 pack help you at sports? What sport(s) are you ...
supplements and increasing weights	6/17/2007
Q: I've been reading up on some of your past answers and for the most part have had most of my ... A: Hey Ziggy! 1) Supplements are meant to be just that: an ADDITION to an already good diet of REAL ...
wieght training	3/3/2007
Q: how many times per week can i lift targeting one part of my body? A: chris, thanks for your question...though there isn't a simple answer. it really depends what kind ...
power and speed	2/25/2007
Q: i have been strength training for the past year due to football. i have had sum results in strength ... A: Dan, In the past "strength training" was based largely on bodybuilding-mentality training. No ...
getting back into it	2/24/2007
Q: This question doesn't have anything to do with me needing nutrition advice or needing a workout ... A: Alex, I have a feeling my response isn't going to change your weekend plans, so my suggestion would ...
gain & supplements	2/20/2007
Q: I am a 43 year old male. 6’ 1” tall, 195 lbs. I am of medium build. I’ve been lifting weights for ... A: AJ, since you have so many questions, I'll try to answer 'em one at a time. my replies follow ...
muscles	2/17/2007
Q: i am a 18 year old guy that plays 1st team rugby i wanna get me a six pack a nice chest muscles and ... A: Rudo, what is your priority? function (as in rugby performance) or form (as in looking like an ...
Shoulder	2/10/2007
Q: I am building up my muscles, but my shoulders are till short...How do i broaden my shoulders. People ... A: Ray, Without knowing more about your training experience/preferences and any injuries/mechanical ...
hello i have a question	2/3/2007
Q: okay, i really want to get a nice toned stomache, but Hate doing ab workouts because they hurt!!! ... A: Miss Kitty, this is a question I get a LOT! check out my 'standard response' at ...
Enhancing	7/20/2006
Q: I am a healthy, active, just-turned-25-year-old female. I eat very nutritiously, exercise regularly ... A: Julie, thanks for you questions! My responses follow ">>>" below. -JS- ***************** I am a ...
Beauty pageant workout for my 14 Year old Daughter	7/17/2006
Q: My daughter competes in all levels of Beauty Pageants here in Georgia. She is doing so to earn ... A: Lori Lee, thanks for your questions... 14 is a great age to start weight training! there are two ...
exercise routine while in college	1/7/2006
Q: Im getting ready to go back for my second semester of my sophmore year of college and I was ... A: jessica, happy new year and thanks for your questions... it's going to be hard to say what exactly ...
Getting back in shape	1/6/2006
Q: I am 32 y.o., 6'3", 240 lbs., male. I used to be in shape (competitive tennis, 3 days a week weight ... A: James, thanks for your questions and happy new year! hmmmm, where do i begin? let's start by ...
eating before or after exercise	1/4/2006
Q: I was wondering if you could help me with my question. I like to exercise in the morning and I was ... A: Alli - thanks for your question. while one could argue glycogen delpetion/energy systems/%-age of ...
Exercise Bikes	1/3/2006
Q: I am interested in investing in a home bike for my home? I would like to know which bike is good for ... A: Chrissy, thanks for your question. The simple answer to "which bike is good for burning fat" is "the ...
weight loss	9/2/2005
Q: i am averrage guy , i am 27years old and 65kg.However i have a lot of fat around my stomach and ... A: Chandan, The question "how do I lose fat in my [name your favorite bodypart]?" is one I hear daily. ...
am 24y/o gnant and i gained...	7/5/2005
Q: am 24y/o gnant and i gained lots of weight then i lost some of it after deliv and by watching ... A: yom, thanks for your questions... I'll address them one at a time below: "will liposuction help ...
targeted routine	7/4/2005
Q: Joe, I don't why my question seems to be a tough one to answer for people on this site but i've ... A: harrison, thanks for your question! fortunately, your question is smack-dab in the middle of my ...
to strengthen lazy back	2/2/2005
Q: hey there, Ive been doing yoga on and off for 5 years so my back is pretty flexible however i feel ... A: Nada, What a great question!!! Would you believe yoga may actually be making your back WEAKER? I'm ...
im 18 and i was succesful...	1/29/2005
Q: im 18 and i was succesful in losing about 20 pounds but i regained the weight because i used to use ... A: ryan- thanks for your question. but to tell you the truth, there is no 'magic' exercise. The ...
exercise routine	1/24/2005
Q: Joe, I may be taking the easy way by asking for your help but I'm usually pressed for time and I ... A: Harrison, First, I must apologize for the delay in responding to your question... Now, to be able ...
Lose weight in certain areas	12/20/2004
Q: Im a 22 year old girl, and I think Im in pretty good shape. I exercise at least 3 times a week, ... A: Carina, thanks for your question! it's actually one I hear variations of frequently, so i posted my ...
muscular physique	12/19/2004
Q: Are overdeveloped muscles permanent? If not, what is the best way to lose them? A: Jane, thanks for your question - though I wonder HOW these muscles became overdeveloped in the first ...
metabolism	12/14/2004
Q: My metabolism is super slow, im 29 was 215lbs, joined the gym, got down to 175, but my target weight ... A: Joe, Thanks for your question. Hopefully I can give you a few pointers you can put to use right ...
Women fitness	12/13/2004
Q: am 16 year of age and I want to help my sister 18 years old to gain better health and excercise, I ... A: I'm not sure there is a "right" answer to this, but I'll try to help you the best I can. First, you ...
cut or bulk?	12/12/2004
Q: I'm a 27 years old guy who stands 5'8". Unfortunately I only weigh 145 lbs with around 12% body ... A: James, Thanks for your questions! I'll try to take them one at a time. Why is 145lbs ...
Backache from Everything	12/5/2004
Q: I hope you can help me! I am 55 and this year only I have a lower backache, a pretty bad one, almost ... A: Suzy, Thanks for your question. I can't tell you exactly how to "fix" your problem in a simple ...
weight loss and target exercise	12/4/2004
Q: I am presently dieting and very moderately exercising. I hate exercising. In 5.5 weeks I have lost ... A: Bonny-Jean, Thanks for your question and congratulations on your initial successes! You can make ...
glute exercises?	11/10/2004
Q: I'm a 33 year old female who is in the process of losing those last pesky 15 pounds with the Weight ... A: DeeAnn thanks for your questions! first, I have issues with weight watchers and all the other ...
Sicky	11/9/2004
Q: I can honestly say this has never happened to me (luckily!) but on a couple of occasions my friends ... A: Sarah-- thanks for your question! It sounds to me like your suggestion "they have overdone it ...
Exercise for Senior Men	11/4/2004
Q: I am a 50yr old male who is taking up exercises as a result of advice from my doctor. I exercise ... A: Boonlay- Thanks for you question and congratulations on taking up exercise! Before I can give ...
Hi, I've heard people say...	10/3/2004
Q: I've heard people say that in summer you burn more calories when you exercise because you sweat ... A: Lucy- What an interesting question! I can only assume this has to do with weight loss? I do agree ...
I had a c-section with my...	10/1/2004
Q: I had a c-section with my second child in 96'. I am a slim woman, but it seem like after I had the ... A: Arkeda- Thanks for your question! I actually relied to a similar question not too long ago... I ...
Work out equipment	9/24/2004
Q: I do a 30 min. work out about 4 times a week. Physcially it's keeping me at a good weight, but I ... A: Lynne-- Do you do any other form of exercise besides cardio? Depending on your specific goal(s), ...
muscle tone	9/22/2004
Q: in other word more "cut" as in you see many basketball players have. they're muscles are not big as ... A: Brian- Thanks for your question. Basically, it sounds to me like you're asking yet another version ...
Sweating	9/14/2004
Q: I was told by a trainer today that the better shape you are in, the more and the sooner you actually ... A: Michele- What a great question! The answer is yes AND no. Perspiration (followed by evaporation) ...
flabby abs	8/23/2004
Q: hey joe. i'm a 26 year old female who needs some desperate help. i've got flabby abs and lower ... A: Tina, thank you for your kind comments!!! please keep me posted on your progress... (feel free to ...
Should I Add Weight Training To My Swimming Routine?	8/22/2004
Q: . I am a 39 year old woman who recently lost 40 pounds eating healthier and doing a small amount of ... A: Jana- thanks for your question! Congratulation on your weight loss success!!! (the private clients ...
Getting back into shape	8/12/2004
Q: I am a 32 year old housewife,and mother of 2. My youngest was born 4 months ago and I am looking ... A: Valeri, Congrats on your new baby and thank you for your questions. ALL forms of exercise can ...
Barbell exercises	8/11/2004
Q: I would like to find out what exercises you can do with a barbell in a garage. I know some basic ... A: Asif-- Thanks for your question... If all you have is a barbell, you already have more than you even ...
Exercise	7/30/2004
Q: I AM 5'2FEET WEIGHTING IN AT 199LBS. I WENT TO THE DOCTOR TODAY TO FIND OUT THAT I WENT FROM 195LBS ... A: Stacey- thanks for your question. first, has your doctor given any recommendations or limitations ...
fitness- just started back up again........	7/28/2004
Q: I'm a 24 yr. old female, just a little shy of 5'9", and am 148lbs. I want to be in tip top shape for ... A: Darcie-- thanks for your question. While you do have youth in your favor, I've got to admit, I'm ...
PACE vs. Curves	7/27/2004
Q: I am trying to decide if I should join Curves or a gym that has PACE OR jsut continue to exercise on ... A: Crystal-- Let me be sure I understand you correctly: You can afford at least 2 months of ...
PACE vs. Curves	7/26/2004
Q: I am trying to decide if I should join Curves or a gym that has PACE OR jsut continue to exercise on ... A: Crystal- While there will always be limitations, any gym, training program, diet, etc can offer some ...
A Questionable Floor Exercise	7/5/2004
Q: It appears that the current trend in fitness is "Fuctional Anatomy" exercise whether for sports or ... A: Sarah- What a great question! (and I have to admit, I've never heard the movement referred to as a ...
Weights	6/28/2004
Q: I like to do my aerobics in the morning but don't have time for my strength training. I would ... A: Jessica - Thanks for the great question! Since I don't know your specific goals/abilities, I'll give ...
Reasonable vs. unreasonable goals	6/24/2004
Q: I've been wanting to ask this question for years, and never knew who I could ask. I'm 51 years ... A: Lee Anne- I think it was Henry Ford who said, "whether you think you can or you can't, you're ...
weekend warrior	6/23/2004
Q: Joe I am a 45 year old male.I can only find the time to exercise on weekends,but have been doing a ... A: Barry - Thanks for your question. It can seem nearly impossible to get in shape when you have a ...
flab!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	6/19/2004
Q: Well this is another typical HELP Im fat question> My entire life I was a really nice size , ... A: sounds to me like you've already found the answer but have CHOSEN to avoid it: "I walked and lost ...
Workout Plan	6/17/2004
Q: My family doesnt have a lot of money to get me a personal trainer so i went to the library to see if ... A: K- Thanks for your question... it's really impossible to give a specific workout plan without ...
building biceps	6/11/2004
Q: Mr. Stankowski, Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I am a 31 yr old woman. ... A: Sheila, What is your current condition? What specifically is your goal? What sort of timeline do ...
warm-up and cool-down	6/7/2004
Q: A warm-up and a cool-down are necessary components of evey activity session. Ccoment on the above ... A: Stacey- Thanks for your question... Warm ups & cool downs are valuable (if not downright necessary) ...
getting ready for a pageant	5/27/2004
Q: I've competed in my state USA pageant the past two years, and have been 1st runner up both times. I ... A: Awesome questions, and certainly right up my alley! Before I can really tackle these in a helpful ...
Balancing out the bottom with the top	5/26/2004
Q: I'm a bit hippy. My thighs are fairly large for my size and my shoulders have no fat on them at all! ... A: Rebecca- First, I must apologize for such a long delay in responding to your question. I hope I can ...
arms + losing mass	5/23/2004
Q: halo mister Stankowski. I wanted to ask you. Maybe you know the answer because nobody seems to know ... A: Alex - I'm deeply concerned about your question. WHY do you want to be thin at the expense of ...
Just a bit of toning...	5/16/2004
Q: I am 18 years old and looking for an effective and fairly quick way to gain muscle, burn a little ... A: Kim- Thanks for you question. I get questions about training intensity and spot reduction so often, ...
I just need some guidence	5/12/2004
Q: I am 22 5'7, and weight just around 225. I seen a personal trainer around April 27 and I took Polar ... A: Sara - WOW! This is my kind of question - I want to be sure to give you an equally thorough ...
when is the best time of the day to exercise	5/10/2004
Q: ------------------------- Followup To I am a stay at home mom. I am trying to fit in a half hour ... A: Shanon- Great question, and one that can be answered in any number of ways. If I had to give a ...
cycling	5/6/2004
Q: i am 264 lbs. my ideal weigh is 170 lbs. i have tried counting calories and tried take the expensive ... A: Annie Kelly - I have a few questions for ya'... 1) Who says your "ideal" weight is 170? 2) How ...
no weight loss after tons of excercise	5/5/2004
Q: I'm 49 yr old female quit smoking gained 20 pounds at a time when I'm already at my alltime high ... A: Debbie - Sorry it took so long to get to your question. Congratulations! Sounds like you're really ...
when is the best time of the day to exercise	5/5/2004
Q: When is the best time of the day to exercise. Should you exercise before or after you eat. A: Unless you're a high level athlete and your career requires living in the gym, ANY time is a great ...
no weights	4/30/2004
Q: the goal is to tone up the "TROUBLE" spots along with reg 30 min cardio 5x week, split rountine on ... A: There is no "magical" exercise that will use fat from any specific area of the body no matter how ...
Exercise	4/28/2004
Q: I definitely dont have all time to spend in a gym, but I am only 18 and am very athletic. I seem to ... A: Haley, You descibed yourself as "very athletic"...what other activities do you do? You also said ...
no weights	4/28/2004
Q: my question is..... if you perform non-weighted exercises, i.e. tricep dips, piles for inner thighs ... A: Darlene- What's the goal? As a general answer, I'd say that if you're not performing the exercises ...
Strength/endurance training to become a firefighter	4/27/2004
Q: I am a 35 year old woman. I am 5'4" and weigh 125 pounds. I would like your opinion on a very ... A: Cathleen, It's great that you are considering such a challenge! I could give you some general ...
Exercise	4/26/2004
Q: Joe! I would like help with specific exercises to help me loose my middle section. I am 37 years ... A: Melanie-- Thanks for your question. (Seems I've been getting this one a lot lately!)... While the ...
fitness	4/24/2004
Q: i was just wondering what the best butt shaping excersizes where and how to do them correctly so ... A: Erin, I'd like to help you, but I could use some more info... Could you give me an idea of the ...
Belly	4/23/2004
Q: I am a 43 year old mother of a 24 year old daughter and an 18 year old son. All of my life I have ... A: Loris- Thanks for your question, and congrats on your decision to go back to grad school! One ...
Effective exercise for abs?	4/19/2004
Q: I am desperate to find an exercise that will help me to tighten the skin on my abdomen. I have this ... A: Tamra- What luck! 2 similar questions in the same day, so if you don't mind, I'll try to answer ...
Cardio & Weights	4/15/2004
Q: I am 28, height 160cm, weight 55kg. My gym routine is: Mon & Fri: 25/30 Minutes Cardio, 20 Minutes ... A: Georgina, Hi! Thanks for using AllExperts.com! Regarding your first question, I'd hesitate to say ...
women weightlifting	4/14/2004
Q: should a woman be able to lift weights while pregent? ANd if s o when should she stop? My wife ... A: Lester- Congratulations to you and your wife! There are three questions every mom-to-be needs to ...
Exercise while traveling	4/13/2004
Q: I am a freelance writer and plan to write an article about exercising while traveling (e.g in a ... A: Rich, Great questions! While many people still believe they can't effectively exercise without a ...

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MIGHTY JOE

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Expertise

Fitness for People Who Hate Exercise; Weight loss and maintenance (aka: Waist Management); Sport/Exercise Nutrition Strategies; Powerlifting; Advanced Training Program Design; Home-based exercise

Experience

When people ask "what do you do?", I often reply, "I'm in the fitness business". Once I was asked if that means I fix treadmills. While I actually have adjusted a few treadmills for my personal training clients, I suppose it would be more accurate to say that I'm more of a practitioner/educator/presenter/writer/coach than a "repairman". I've been called many things (some not suitable for print!) including the "MacGuyver of the Fitness Industry" because of the way I'm able to recognize whatever resources we have available (however limited they may be) and find a way to make 'em work for your fitness goals.

Publications
ACE Certified News - American Fitness - CN8 - Delaware News Journal - Delaware Today - Experience Life - Fitness Truth Radio - FOX17 Morning News (Grand Rapids, MI) - Health Fitness Broadcast - IDEA Personal Trainer - IDEA Fitness Journal - Living.Well - MealPlans101 - Men’s Fitness - MensLifeToday.com - Muscle & Fitness Hers - Physique Smart - Post Weekend (UK) - Sly - Strength Radio - WHYY-TV - Women’s Health - Wood Radio 1300 (Mouth to Mouth with Scott and Michelle) - World Talk Radio - Visions Today

Education/Credentials
ACE-cpt, NASM-cpt, Precision Nutrition Level 1

Awards and Honors
IDEA Master Fitness Trainer; advisory board member for Men’s Fitness magazine; Official Fitness Trainer for Miss Delaware USA 2003/2004

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