- Does the Shake Weight Dumbbell work? – Can vegetarians be athletic and build muscle? Thought I’d do some people a favor and publicly answer some great questions that received a lot of attention this week. Let’s talk about the new commercial that’s setting the airwaves a blaze with a new product called the Shake [...]

Partner up to keep on the training track from Dr. Spencer Baron on Vimeo. Exercise partners can offer a great situation, yet sometimes disastrous … Ever have one that was great friends, yet not dedicated or committed How about one that you were not all that fond of, but were very dependable Since I train [...]

“Bone Health” was the topic of a Nurse’s Day presentation to approximately 100 nurses at the Miami-Dade County Department of Health – Florida. Common areas of degeneration: The neck – due to poor posture which produces spurs at the front of the spine. The hips – lack of proper exercise results in inadequate mineralization of [...]

There’s a sign posted up in the one of the locker rooms. It is seen by each member of the team before they leave through the door. Like so many other inspirational messages, it changes from time to time so as not to blend in with the scenery and lose impact. This particular sign caught [...]

My 10 year old was pretty amped when he brought home this week’s spelling words from the topic of nutrition. His familiarity with carbohydrates, proteins, and vitamins was something developed from a very young age because of his dad’s constant mantra of “NUTRITION.” His little head has been filled with my ideas of eating correctly [...]

Secrets of the physical game One of the biggest and most powerful muscles of the body is the buttocks and legs. This also happens to be the site of most concern for women wanting to look sexy and men needing to lift heavy objects (in some cases, the other way around). Yet, the most common [...]

Secrets of the mental game There is nothing more powerful than what you deeply believe in. Insurmountable odds have been overcome with the right amount of conviction. Unwavering trust in yourself (the most important element), another person or an idea and positive, unwavering visualization can bring about amazing results. The challenge is ….truly believing with [...]

Secrets of the mental game! If you wish to sincerely and profoundly embrace what you LOVE, go back to your “child-like” wonder and enthusiasm. Be a kid for the day … – Suck your thumb – Drag a “blanky” around – Talk about “poop” and “pee pee” – Pick your nose – Go skipping – [...]

Secrets of the game Late nights, lots of alcohol, recreational drugs, repetitive fornicating, clubbing, gambling, huge fatty meals and tons of that white stuff … sugar, salt and flour are a sure recipe for a disastrous outcome. Unfortunately, modern media has sensationalized the few super talented athletes that succumb to such destructive practices. Yet, the [...]

From Pain to Personal Power … The Paul Buckin Story from Dr. Spencer Baron on Vimeo. On Sunday, January 24, 2010 a very close friend decided to do something most people would never attempt. He changed “fear” into “power” He altered a lowly self-image into a gallant one He transformed “sluggishness” into “energy” He defied [...]