I find Sandro Torres' articles very warm, inspirational and insightful. They really do put a smile on your face for the day, very motivational stuff!
In Part 1 I introduced you to the process of setting goals, focussing on them and striving to reach full potential. But we also looked at shortcomings and why we …
Before you read this article, I want to tell you that it’s geared towards people who are ready to achieve their goals. My goal is to persuade you to discover and …
I have been helping a lot of people lose weight. My specialty is to help them realize that they can do it. And this process is very simple when I …
When I started my profession, a young woman hired me to help her lose weight. It was around Easter time and she said that she loved cookies (who doesn’t? I …
I am always hungry for knowledge. I can’t get enough. It’s been more than six years since I totally changed my life… I remember back then having so many great …
After taking her measurements, I asked, “What do you think happened this month?” My client replied, “I am not sure. Maybe it’s because I have missed a couple of sessions here.” …
In Part 1 Sandro Torres, drawing on his own life, explains how we can drop debilitating habits that affect our weight and health and take on board life affirming new …
My goal in this article is only to remind you about the basic concepts you need to understand in order to lose weight permanently. It is important that you become …
I admit it. I used to be a reckless driver. I used to speed like crazy, cut people off, race, tailgate and other things that I’m not proud of. I …
What does being optimistic Mean? David Landes spent much of the mid-20th century researching why some people succeed and others fail. He studied the cultures and people of several countries, including …
Let me tell you a personal story. I have been travelling to Mexico every year since 2009. I go see my family and I take some time to recharge and …
People often ask me questions like, “What did you eat this morning?” “How come you have so much energy?” and “Do you ever get tired?” I answer honestly; There is …
I have been helping people shed weight and lose body fat since 2009 and I have been very successful with a great many of them. Even though they give me …
Last week two different women stopped me to congratulate me on my writing. That was so kind… One of them wished me good luck with my book and told me …
I promise that if you follow the next tip, you will lose weight and even feel better with more energy and a clear mind! I usually take my snack to …
I hope you don’t mind if I tell you a story. Because I know you want to get in shape or lose weight to contribute to your happiness, I want …
I am actually laughing right in this moment… I have no idea how important hair is to men, but I know is very important to women. And when I take …
No matter what we do we expend energy. If we exercise you will expend energy. If we don’t exercise, you will expend energy. The difference is that when you exercise …
It has been just a month since Kalyn signed up with us. She told me that her body is changing, her stomach is getting smaller and her body is getting firmer. …
If I tell you that I have a friend who is depressed, how would you imagine him? Head down? Shoulders collapsed? Voice low and slow? Eyes slightly closed? Slow movements …
“Changing is always difficult, but once we believe that we have the ability to find a comfortable balance on our new lifestyle, the new habits are automatic.” –American Council on …
Faith, confidence, decisiveness and persistence are key virtues you need to reach your goals. I have met many people who experience the opposite – disbelief, fear, indecisiveness and feebleness – …
As health professionals we spend much of our lives talking about diet and exercise. We talk about the best foods to eat, the ones to avoid and what time we …
About two months ago I had a car accident. I was on the main thoroughfare when the SUV in front of me stopped abruptly. I stopped right behind it, and …
Last week I was talking to a 16-year-old girl. She used to play sports and enjoyed them, but one day she lost interest. She said that her friend signed her …
I know sometimes it is easier to let destiny choose for us than it is to make our own decisions. We are afraid of commitment or making the wrong decision. …
Do you have problems getting out of bed? Don’t worry, lots of people do! I used to get out of bed between 11 a.m. and noon and that is probably …
Let’s say that you run nine miles per hour and you have two hours and 10 minutes to get to your friend’s house to save his/ her life, and the …
Many times we have the intention to change our bad habits and do the best we can. Of course the goal is not to fail and continue with the new …
We often try to change our bad habits, and we do the best we can at it. Of course, the goal is to make the good behavior permanent. Many people …
Lately I’ve noticed a good habit being practised by people who are losing weight. But I had to see for myself what others were doing wrong to figure out what …
Yesterday, in Part 1 Sandro discussed staying motivated, fitness buddies and trends that have come and gone in the fitness industry. In today’s concluding part he reveals his own fitness …
In this WatchFit Exclusive, we sit down with founder and owner of Custom Body Fitness, PT and weight management specialist Sandro Torres. Read for information on fitness tips and ‘quick …
It has been a month since Lucy has been training with us. Lucy is a 53-year-old lady who had some health and overweight issues. She was referred to us by …
I started lifting weight when I was 19 years of age. I remember going to work all excited about my workout and telling my co-workers about my weight-lifting achievements that …
I want to tell you a quick story. Last month a new member was referred by one of our current members. We sat and started talking about her goals and …
I have learned that we destroy ourselves subconsciously. We make decisions that we think won’t harm us. Little by little these decisions become part of our lives, and we lose …
Is diet and exercise the only focus? As health professionals we spend the majority of our time talking about diet and exercise. We talk about the best foods to eat, …
There are many ways to work out. Your goal will determine the right exercise program for you. If you are overweight and want to lose a couple of pounds, walking may …
Have you ever gone to the car wash and gotten an average job where you can still find dirty spots? Or have you gone to a fancy, nice-looking restaurant where the …
Let’s first clarify that I’m not an expert in body wraps; I don’t know all the benefits of using them. What I have learned is that they’re a spot treatment …
I will persist until I succeed. – Og Mandino Any time I want something in life, I never stop until I get it. However, getting what I want is not …
Every day I wake up with a ‘To Do’ list ready… Phone calls, assessments, meetings, writing, reading, exercise, emails, it goes on and on. There are things on my list that …
It has been more than five years since I started eating healthier foods. After learning how bad conventional foods are for any living being, I stopped eating them. Common questions and …
I have learned that to get my life in order and get my projects done, I must have a schedule and respect it. I’m a goal-oriented person. I schedule my workouts, …
‘How do you eat an elephant?’ I think everyone knows the answer by now — one bite at time. This is how goal setting works. When I schedule a drive of …
The other day I was talking to Britney, who told me that she knows some people who have been drinking a popular shake and doing a popular cardio workout for …
Have you heard about “sharpening the saw”? I used to work for a tree service company, taking down 50-foot trees and cutting them up. When the saw was sharp, the …
“Changing is always difficult, but once we believe that we have the ability to find a comfortable balance on our new lifestyle, the new habits are automatic.” – American Council on …
A wake-up call I have learned that the first thing people need before starting a weight loss program is to unleash their desire to lose weight. This could be a …
I love writing and sharing my knowledge with others. Another thing that I enjoy is public speaking. I often do seminars. I have been invited to do seminars at local …
While many people believe they are doomed to their destiny or their behavior and shackled by fate, I choose to believe that I can control them. Who has control? The …
Why you can’t lose weight Have you tried to exercise and eat healthy to lose weight? Have you found yourself working on these habits and then you suddenly quit? Have …
I’m sure you’ll probably meet people who do nothing to achieve their goals (such as losing weight). They are leaving it for the “next time,” maybe next year or even …
Dangers of distraction – Distraction is one of the worst enemies of humanity. On first thought it might not seem like the most dangerous of things, but if you ponder …
“Let the dogs bark, Sancho. It’s a sign that we are on track.” – Don Quixote As we travel along our journey to success, there will be many people who support …
How can you start the day well? Today you wake up after a night’s sleep. You lie there and you wonder what the day will bring. Because other days have …
The real motivation Before you start any weight loss or fitness program…Wait. Wait at least until you find out your real motivation, the factor that will heighten your desire to …
Meditation Meditating, after gathering different information, helps me to see things clearly. My continued education, studies, research and my life experiences have given a great many answers to my struggles. …
Life’s Cycles I learned that life has cycles in all areas: financial, health related, relationships and so much else… Imagine a horizontal straight line. The line represents 0. Imagine another …
Relapses are responsible for so many people dropping their weight loss program. We need to learn how to stay motivated to workout. There are many reasons why people relapse, including …
Living a normal life Michael has a normal life just like most of us. He has a stable job, a wife, two kids, a mortgage and a new car payment, …
Do you know who Anthony Robbins is? If not, don’t worry, I didn’t know either. However I am currently reading one of his best selling books where he talks openly …
Why people stop their weight loss program One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is weight loss. Therefore millions of people start a diet, hire a personal trainer, join …
There is some controversy about how many times and when people should eat if they want to lose weight Many say eating breakfast is not important, while others say it …
You will probably agree with me on this. Recently I had a conversation with a gentleman about the book I published this year. He seemed to be in pretty good shape …
Are you seeing results? Last week I was approached by John. This is the third time that he had a conversation with me expressing doubts about fitness, asking why he …
Death and rebirth Three years ago, I lost someone that I loved which was very difficult. It was painful. I touched rock bottom; I was depressed and with no energy …
I spend most of my Saturday mornings assessing Custom Body Fitness members. An assessment is very important to ensure people get results, and one of the many pieces to be …
So, do restrictive diets actually work? Diets have become popular in our society. They have become part of our lifestyle. They are a massive industry. Most people talk about them. …
Wise words “Look me in the eye. It’s okay if you’re scared. So am I. But we are scared for different reasons. I am scared of what I won’t become. …
Bad habits lie in wait for us to adopt them, like evil pets! We can find them around the corner with no effort. And once we have adopted them, they …
If you don’t control your mind, someone else will. — John Allston How do you make decisions? Are the decisions you are making strictly your own, or are they influenced …
You probably already know what I’m about to tell you, but maybe you haven’t looked at it this way before… Have you noticed that as soon as you clean your …
How many times have you got on the scales either at home, at the health club or in the doctor’s office? What are the first thoughts that come through your …
The secret to your success in weight loss Here are two indispensable virtues you need to succeed in your weight-loss and health goals: desire and commitment. These two virtues are …
Negative weightloss factors and why we struggle with them Having difficulty losing that extra fat and toning your body? Getting in shape is not easy as it may seem. In …
“Like one who takes away a garment on a cold day, or like vinegar poured on a wound, is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.” — Proverbs 25:20 …
What are the best exercises to slim down your hips? Exercising your legs or doing exercises that require your legs is the best exercise you can do to lose weight …
Michael Jordan said: “Maybe it’s my fault. Maybe I led you to believe it was easy when it wasn’t. Maybe I made you think my highlights started at the free …
One key to being happy and achieving your goals is to understand the ups and downs in life. You have probably noticed that some days, months and years, life is …
What keeps someone motivated to stay healthy? Many people, especially older folks, want healthy bodies and minds because they want to be able to enjoy their grandchildren. They picture themselves …
One of my passions is understanding human behavior. I spend lots of time studying it. The more I understand it, the more I get to enjoy my life and understand …
Doing my daily hiking and running, I got approached by a middle aged lady who recognized me from the article I write locally. She said that she had been seeing …
Have you ever tried to hit a target with your eyes closed? Or tried to catch something without seeing it? Or tried to drive somewhere without directions? Not having a …
Succeeding at weight loss is a lifestyle… And to make weight loss a lifestyle, you’ll need tools to help you stick to your goals, tools that research has shown to …
It has been more than five years since I acquired the habit of hiking. Hiking has helped me mentally – it is a way of meditating. While hiking contributes to …
“Sandro, I heard you have a secret to help people lose weight,” Jessica commented. “It’s been a while since I’ve seen my friend, and I saw her yesterday. She looks great; …
I get very excited when new clients walk through my door ready to start their weight loss program. After I introduce myself, we go straight to the body composition assessment. …
Pain vs. Pleasure… Pain and pleasure — does that ring any bells? What gives you more pain: exercise or the fact that you can’t buy the clothes that you want …
