Spring is here and summer is its on its way. Time to get into shape. Who wants to join me?

My friend and I are having a 12 week weight loss challenge. Even us trainers need some motivation from time to time. June 15th we will have a final weigh in and whoever lost the most weight and body fat wins the prize that we have agreed on.

We will document our workouts and nutrition throughout this 12 weeks. If your curious what we are doing, please ask.

Always make reasonable goals that you can attain. I'm trying to lose 15 lbs in this 12 week period. What's your goal?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

Ever use a foam roller? What is a foam roller?

I have been using the foam roller for over two years now. I think its a great tool for myofascial release. You may be asking What is myofascial release?

With all my sessions I have started to incorporated this technique, which has shown great results with all my clients. If you've never done this before and you have muscle tightness and soreness, I highly suggest trying this technique with your personal trainer.

Here's a video demonstration on how to use the foam roller.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

I'm not sure if this is a test or not, but my last few clients are telling me they hate exercise. I understand how in the beginning of a exercise program its common not to like exercise and the pains that come with it. But these clients absolutely hate it. I think they see my drive up to their house and cringe.

At first I wanted to quit, but I believe its up to me to motivate and teach that fitness can be fun and is the best way to be healthy both physically and mentally. If not me, then who?

I would like a few suggestions though. Anyone have the same experience?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

Here's an superior exercise routine for burning tons of calories without using free weights. I'm using resistance bands which is something I have been implementing in my programs for over 3 years now. There is so many combinations of exercises with resistance bands that it makes a fun workout. Please let me know what you think.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

This is an amazing boxing workout routine that's guaranteed to kick your butt.  Naudi, who is trainer friend of mine, put this together using a Free Motion machine.  Even if your not into boxing, this routine will hit all major body parts and get you into great shape.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

Why is stress evil? Great video on the harmful effects of stress on your body and hormones. Are you stressed? Click on this link for explanation.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

Watch this video and find out why you shouldn't be drinking diet soda.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

Heres my review of a healthy pizza.  I bought this pizza at Jimbos, which is a healthy grocery store in the San Diego area.  Check out my review.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.

I get daily blogs from Shoemoney, who is an avid blogger with a vast following.  I want to share his blog today.  Check it out and let me know what you think.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Kevin Moses, BS, CSCS is a San Diego personal trainer and fitness coach specializing in helping individuals with strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss.