Smart people learn from their mistakes, wise people learn from others
Here is Mr. Yates telling the truth about bodybuilding
Do you still want to tell me your actions will lead to longevity?
Because of this great individual that inspired us and paved the way we can also learn to pivot before hitting the same wall
Training functionally will have your body last for the long haul
In the video that you can find on Joe Rogans podcast in 2017 you’ll hear more about how he can’t bench press, squat or do overhead lifts and the injuries and surgeries he’s undergone.
#functionalpatterns
#functionalfitness
#biomechanics
My story…
My name is Anthony and I provide both in person and online training for people who want to be not just fit, but pain free and truly able to move well for the rest of their lives.
I was 16 when my friend’s dad looked at me, squeezed my shoulders and made fun of me because they were so small. In that moment, something clicked that lit an insatiable desire in me to grow. I started my strength journey doing P90 workout DVDS in my living room, in addition to reading every health magazine I could find. I learned as much as I could. This part has not changed - I’m still always learning.
Fast forward 20 years, I’ve tried, learned, and mastered many different forms of exercise as you will see in these pictures. From traditional strength training at Gold’s, Pilates, Yoga, kettlebells, calisthenics.. you name it I have probably done it. 😂 I didn’t just try it; I acquired certifications in all of these various styles of training.
After trying it all, what has become most important to me is moving well.
I found Functional Patterns in 2021 and my life was forever changed. After all the training and certifications I’ve acquired over the past 23 years, this style of training has proven to be the most efficient for both myself and my clients in not only sculpting your dream body but training your body to move well.
Through functional patterns training I have loved watching my clients blossom as they transform their mind, body, and how they view movement as a necessary tool on the inevitable path to old age… sorry, but someone’s gotta prep you for it! I happily take that job 😂😇
I couldn’t be more excited to share the magic of functional training outside of Los Angeles through my online coaching app, available at the link in my bio now.
#personaltrainer #functionalpatterns #functionalfitness #functionaltraining #gait #biomechanics #longjevity
honored to have our wedding story featured @wezoree 🤍
Taylor Swift, being a “bride who eats,” and a whole lotta love 🥹❤️
included a few excerpts here but you can read the full feature on @wezoree 🤍
WE DID IT! less than 50 days out and we are down -25 lbs from Anthony and -13 lbs from Casey 💁🏻♀️
proud of us for committing to our macros & trusting the calorie deficit - feeling soo good going into our wedding 🤍
we started a deficit last month and this is everything we’ve been eating to be leaner for our wedding !!
🍣 mango salmon salsa bowl
🍗 roasted whole chicken w/ peas, mirepoix & potatoes
🥩 grilled steak, eggplant & zucchini w/ asparagus salad
🥗 green goddess chickpea salad over rice
🥦 grilled chicken w/ roasted broccoli & sweet potato
🍝 beef bolognese
🐠 air fried salmon w/ roasted brussels sprouts & broccoli
our guidelines:
✅ 1 source of protein
✅ 1-2 sources of fiber (veggies,)
✅ 1 source of carbs - sometimes this is just veg if we’ve had enough carbs during the day
✅ 1 source of fat (usually the olive oil we use to cook the food)
*the 10 lbs is our weight loss combined but as you know the scale is the least of our worries and we mostly focus on how pants are fitting us etc!!*
make healthy eating fun and it will become less something you dread and more something you truly look forward to 💕
normalize being a woman eating the same or more as your male partner!
because I have such a lofty carb goal right now sometimes I end up eating more carbs than Anthony at dinner. but you’ll see he ALWAYS eats more protein as his protein goal is very high 😂
🍣 air fried salmon w/ roasted brussels and broccoli
🍗chicken asparagus risotto
🥩baked artichokes and peas w/ skirt steak
🥦air fried chicken thighs with roasted broccoli and carrots
🍝turkish pasta: ground beef, yogurt sauce, cucumber red onion & tomato mix, drizzled with paprika butter
🍷4 hour (lol) braised lamb w/ baked russet potato - a fun Sunday treat 🤪
yes eating at home more keeps us healthier but can we talk about all the money saved?? it also makes it more fun when we do go out to eat 🍝❤️
SIMPLE dinner ideas for couples 💍✨ this also has me realizing we had a LOT of salmon these last couple weeks lol, our Omega 3 quotas have been FILLED I guess 😅🥲🙈
since Casey has been at maintenance or slightly above, she’s been eating pretty much the same amount or slightly less carbs than Anthony, usually the same amount of veggies and Anthony usually does 2x the protein. details below-
🥗🐠 air fried salmon, roasted Brussels sprouts & broccoli and white rice 🍝🥩 turkish pasta: ground beef, pasta and cucumber parsley
🐓🧀 roasted chicken + baked peas and artichokes w/ parm
🍣🥦 cajun baked salmon w/ roasted carrots + sautéed broccoli 🥬🍗 asian inspired chicken lettuce wraps w/ mushrooms and water chestnuts
🍣🍚 air fried salmon, roasted Brussels sprouts, asparagus and white rice
if you’re looking for nutritional & portion sizing guidance, Anthony and I are offering 30% off 1:1 coaching when you and your partner sign up together ❤️💕
*offer ends February 23rd*
