Kosta Shilev3 min21 Things Other Coaches and Trainers Don't Want You To KnowYou may not know this... But there is some REALLY bad information out there, when it comes to fitness and nutrition. Okay, you probably do know that. On Google, there is 803,000,000 results when you type in diet plan. And 784,000,000 results when you type in workout program. I have to imagine that 75% of it is complete crap. I confidently know that Chicago Fit Performance is in the 25%, though. But the 75% show's itself everywhere we go. Magazines. Facebook. Instagram. Blogs.
3 minHabits and Addictions (They're actually the same)This is crazy, but did you know that less than 50% of people who intend to begin healthier behaviors actually follow through..
2 minYour new FAVORITE Protein Shake RecipeHave you ever tried matcha green tea? Whether you are new to it or a long-time fan, I have I have a recipe for you today that I can’t WAIT f
4 minThe Morning Routine Checklist ☑"The Ultimate Morning Routine"... The answer to becoming ultra-productive and crushing your day (and week). Right? Maybe. It was
3 minBoost Your Metabolism Without Exercising MoreI have some great news for you about how you can upgrade your metabolism that has absolutely nothing to do with your diet or your workouts.
5 minHow to Get Motivated to Cook When You’d Rather Dial for DinnerHow do you get motivated to cook when take out is calling your name? It’s hard but I’ll tell you how we dialing for pizza and started eating
4 min6 Habits That May Prevent You From Getting ResultsIf you’re anything like us, you’re likely to fall into some bad habits when life gets busy. Let’s take a look at some common pitfalls of the busy, active woman that may prevent you from seeing the results you're after. 1. EATING TOO LITTLE Many people often don’t eat enough calories to meet their basic energy needs. When this becomes a habit, over time the body becomes more energy-efficient and you are risking to slow down your metabolism. If weight loss is a goal, the res
3 minCFP 8 Week Challenge - Your Big WinsEvery year from January through March, at Chicago Fit Performance we run our biggest 8 Week Transformation Challenge. This year was no different and it was the most inspiring and supportive challenge we’ve ever run. After 8 weeks of sweat dripping hard work, the results were completely mind blowing! The participants altogether lost 466 lbs, 250% body fat and 415 inches. All that makes the 2017 transformation challenge the most successful up to date (see some of the before and
2 minCFP 8 Week Challenge - Your Big WinsEvery year from January through March, we run our 8 Week New Year New You Transformation Challenge. This year was no different. Over the past eight weeks, we have had an awesome group of people coming to CFP regularly to train with us. The results everyone achieved over the past eight weeks didn’t come from training alone. Our participants did what it takes to get results. They have followed the training and nutrition protocols, and they have build lifestyle habits as well.
Kosta Shilev2 min3 Healthy RecipesBelow you'll find 3 healthy recipes that you can try. The best part is that they are super deliscious, yet quick and easy to prepare. RECIPE #1 - BREAKFAST EGG MUFFINS What You'll Need: Lean Ground Turkey Eggs/Whites Spinach Chopped Bell Peppers [Or your choice of veggies] Cayenne Pepper or Seasoning of Choice What You'll Do: Drop eggs whites into a bowl and whisk [I recommend 1 whole egg to every 3 whites] Spray cupcake cooking sheet with cooking spray/oil or use cupcake l
Kosta Shilev3 minChicago Fit Performance Transformation Challenge ResultsEvery year from January through March, we run our New Year New You Transformation Challenge. This year was no different and we did it again. Over the past eight weeks, we have had an awesome group of people coming to CFP regularly to train with us. They not only lock in their fitness and training plans, they also did an amazing job of cleaning up their diets also. The results everyone achieved over the past eight weeks didn’t come from training alone. Our participants with be
Dr. Gina Sirchio1 minProper Nutrient Timing - Nutrition Seminar Part 2The lecture focuses on why people try to follow so many different types of plans and fail to get results. Often, they mimic the very plan a friend had success with, but don't achieve the same results themselves. This lecture takes the generic advice and make it more personal so everyone can start to work their own necessary path to meet their goals. It also address body chemistry, foods, supplements and timing and how to put it all together. Have you tried this and you conti
Dr. Gina Sirchio2 minFats are FabulousThe fat-free craze of the 90’s was initially directed at controlling weight. People misguidedly understood it as “fat create fatness”. This is not true, however, and avoiding fats has no place in an athlete’s kitchen. Understanding the great value and health benefits provided by fats should not only help you make good food choices but hopefully also keeps your meals delicious. Fat in the body is not inert. It is used as a consistent, slow burning energy source. It is use
Kosta Shilev1 minJohn Oliver says #SHOWUSYOURPEANUTS to the Food IndustryExcess sugar has devastating effects on our health. It has been directly tied to to metabolic syndrome, diabetes, cancer and of course obesity. And it gets worse because there is hidden sugar in almost EVERYTHING making use sicker and fatter with every bite. So even when you think you’re doing a good job at eliminating sugar – you’re not. Which sucks. John Oliver makes some great points in this clip from his show “Last Week With John Oliver” and I guarantee it will be the fun
Kosta Shilev6 min18 Rapid Fat Loss Tips 1. Don’t Drink Your Calories Soda and fruit-flavored drinks can really add up quick. Some have up to 250 calories per 10-12 ounces. Juice drinks, you know the fruit cocktail drinks with names like cranberry cocktail, or pomegranate raspberry, sound healthy but can actually contain more calories per ounce than soda.Even 100% fruit juices, be it orange, apple, etc., all count as calories.Unlike a whole piece of real fruit, fruit juice is very concentrated in sugar, which mak
Kosta Shilev2 min13 Tips For Losing Weight In 2014Need help shedding fat after the holiday season? Try these 13 effective weight loss tips! Especially when combined with healthy lifestyle habits such as getting adequate sleep, exercising efficiently and keeping stress levels low, these nutrition tips will help you lose weight and feel your best in 2014. 1. Eat Mindfully When you improve how you eat, you’ll naturally improve what you eat. By eating more mindfully, slowing down and chewing more you’ll improve digestion, feel
Kosta Shilev Oct 29, 2020 2 min Reasons To Workout That Have Nothing To Do With Your Appearance Today we want to remind you that there are a ton of reasons to workout outside of aesthetics! AND that 10 different people could be on th...
Kosta Shilev Sep 16, 2020 3 min 21 Things Other Coaches and Trainers Don't Want You To Know You may not know this... But there is some REALLY bad information out there, when it comes to fitness and nutrition. Okay, you probably d...
Kosta Shilev 2 min Reasons To Workout That Have Nothing To Do With Your Appearance Today we want to remind you that there are a ton of reasons to workout outside of aesthetics! AND that 10 different people could be on th...
Kosta Shilev 3 min 21 Things Other Coaches and Trainers Don't Want You To Know You may not know this... But there is some REALLY bad information out there, when it comes to fitness and nutrition. Okay, you probably d...
Kosta Shilev 6 min WE ARE REOPENING! HERE IS OUR STRATEGY TO ENSURE YOU STAY SAFE DEAR CFP CLIENTS It’s official! Chicago Fit Performance is given the green light from government officials to open back up for business. ...
3 min COVID-19 RESOURCES We’re more committed than ever to create more science-backed content that can help you be healthy, eat better, and stay fit in any situation
3 min Habits and Addictions (They're actually the same) This is crazy, but did you know that less than 50% of people who intend to begin healthier behaviors actually follow through..
2 min Your new FAVORITE Protein Shake Recipe Have you ever tried matcha green tea? Whether you are new to it or a long-time fan, I have I have a recipe for you today that I can’t WAIT f
4 min The Morning Routine Checklist ☑ "The Ultimate Morning Routine"... The answer to becoming ultra-productive and crushing your day (and week). Right? Maybe. It was
4 min Your Thanksgiving Workout Every Thanksgiving, we like to share a workout that helps you strike the perfect holiday-fitness balance. This workout is a Chicago Fit Perf
2 min The Ultimate Kettlebell Complex One main advantage that kettlebells have over dumbbells is that you don’t need a wide range of weight increments to create a workout with...
2 min Bodyweight Workout For those times when you just can't manage your normal exercise routine use this minimalist 15-20 minute workout to stay in shape. It's a...
