Joey Atlas

Simplified Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for an Optimal Life

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Fat Burning Bodyweight Cardio Workout at Home or Office with Jump-Rope

Fat Burning Bodyweight Cardio at 39 Years Old VS 47 Years “Young”

When it comes to fat-burning exercises, simple, gentle and sustainable is the key. And as you know that means “LIIT” when you’re in AtlasVille…

I don’t care for HIIT, don’t like it and don’t advise any of my clients to do it… and my coaches don’t do HIIT in the SCULPTAFIT studio… Our methods are based on the OPPOSITE approach. And you’ll see a sliver of what I mean in these videos:

We are ALL ABOUT LIIT Workouts. LIIT for Fitness, LIIT for Fat-Loss, LIIT for Longevity, LIIT for LIFE

I recently came across an old fat-burning exercise video and you might surprised to see how I’ve changed since then… not just physically, but you can also see it in my ‘spirit’.. my state of mind.

Check these out and let me know your candid thoughts in the comment box at the bottom of this page.

Here’s the “New” Fat-Burning Bodyweight Cardio Workout at Home or Office with Jump-Rope

I just recorded this one (August 23, 2017) and as I mention in the video, it’s to give you a time-lapse comparsion to the same mini-fat-burning cardio session I did back in 2009, which I’ve posted right under this newer version …

HERE is the Jump-Rope I Use and Recommend <<==

And Below is the “Old Version” (2009) of the Fat-Burning Bodyweight Cardio Workout at Home or Office with Jump-Rope

I uploaded this one into Youtube back in January of 2009.. So, that’s almost 9 full years of time lapse.

Let me know what differences you see between the 2 videos.

Share your thoughts, insights, questions, comments in the box below, please.

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Humble Inventor Turns Genius Fitness Idea Into Life-Changing Reality

Not long ago, Miriam was doing some research to find a way to workout that was more suitable for her needs, preferences and abilities…

Her search would lead her to some of my materials and programs. Being from Switzerland, Miriam was happy to learn that my programs shipped worldwide and/or offered instant online access.

Everything she read about my methods appealed to her in ways that nothing else had – and she decided she’d give my programs a try. She was pleasantly surprised and impressed that despite almost sounding “too good to be true”, my programs over-delivered on her expectations.

After a while, Miriam reached out to ask if I’d be interested in being interviewed for a project she was working, in order to bring a more progressive fitness message to the people of her country. I quickly agreed, and today I get to share that candid interview with you…

In this video version of the interview with Miriam Fratianni of Switzerland, I share the personal story of my journey from youth into adulthood, and the peaks and valleys that guided me toward creating a simplified approach to proper fitness and optimal wellness, not just for me, but for countless others all over the world and in the SCULPTAFIT Studio in Saint Johns, Florida…

Here are a few of the topics covered in this enlightening interview:

1 – my unique childhood situation that revealed what daily exercise can do for the body, mind and health
2 – why only a small percentage of the population “show up” to take care of themselves, while others live in self-neglect
3 – imaginary obstacles that prevent most people from getting healthy, well and fit for life
4 – how changes of life phases sparked new ways of seeing what daily fitness habits should consist of
5 – simple but powerful effects of exercise on gut health, digestion and assimilation
6 – the unseen truth about our negative surroundings (the matrix), our food supply and hidden forces that trigger bad choices
7 – the factors of necessity that led me to inventing the SCULPTABOD Genius Fitness Training Units
8 – the inspiration behind creating and opening the first SCULPTAFIT Studio in Saint Johns/Mandarin area
9 – plus several more mind-shifting insights that will have you thinking very differently by the end of the interview…

What Part of This Interview Had the Most Powerful Impact On You?

I share some of my best conversational nuggets of mindset wisdom in the interview – and I’d love to know which of them made a strong positive impression on you. So, as you listen to us, keep a pen & pad handy, to write down some of your favorites and share at least one of them in the comment box below.

Enjoy the interview, post any questions, comments or thoughts below and please do share this with anyone you wish, by using the ‘easy’ buttons below.

Your trainer for LIFE,
– Joey Atlas

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Unique Arm Workout at Home for Super-Hero Biceps and Triceps

In this Friday Fitness “Happy Hour” Session I take you through one of the LIIT Circuit-Sets in my Arm Workout at Home for Biceps and Triceps

Men and women of all ages can learn something valuable from this short, home fitness training segment

In the video you’ll see me demonstrate, and emphasize, that your workouts don’t have to “beat you up” and “grind you down”, but rather they can be controlled, smooth, low-intensity, BRIEF and SUPER-SAFE – while still being wildly effective…

These are the 4 Unique Body-Weight (and Dumbbell) Arm Exercises I demo in the video:

1 – Body-weight Tricep Extensions
2 – AV Bicep Curl Pull-Ups/Chin-Ups
3 – AV Tricep Dips
4 – Staggered Stance Slow Hammer Curls (Unilateral)

NOTE: Today’s Arm Workout is a little more “advanced” than the last Arm Workout Video I posted: Awesome Arm Building and Toning Workout with 8 Body-weight Arm Exercises

Even if you don’t own a SCULPTABOD Genius Home Gym yet, you can still do several of these exercises. For example, if you have a regular chin and dip tower and dumbbells, you can do the Bicep Curl Pull-Ups/Chin-Ups, The Staggered Stance Slow Hammer Curls, Tricep Dips…

Any questions about any of this, or the other exercises I mention, please post below, at the bottom of this page.

The combination of the elements I highlight in the video and in the summary notes on this page give way to the following:

1 – Shortened “workout” sessions – Instead of spending 90 minutes “in a gym”, I do all of my fitness training sessions at home, in less than 30 minutes (people who do “hit the gym like crazy” want to know my secrets and are a bit shocked when I share them, especially when they find out my age).

2 – Less Chronic Aches and Pains and Less Acute Injuries

3 – More Enjoyment of Fitness Training (when we enjoy something we look forward to doing it 🙂

4 – Knowledge to replicate similar workouts, based on the key principles, when traveling for vacation, business, etc…

5 – Life-long consistency as a natural part of my lifestyle… the key to simple and real “Anti-Aging”

6 – Ability to participate in any activity I enjoy, or have the desire to explore (Stand-Up Paddle-boarding, Tennis, Mountain-Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, MakinLuv, etc…)

7 – Control over my health vitals and medical profile, hence my quality of life, and longevity (health/medical profile has improved each year for the last 3 years, without drugs, without surgery, without wasted effort).

Let what I share with you in the video and outline here, inspire you to action in your own journey of living your life with full vigor and vitality.

“REMEMBER, a proper fitness lifestyle is the foundation that allows you to live a full, empowered, positive life. Without your health and fitness, NOTHING you do can be your best. Your life is a gift and good fitness, nutrition and mindset are the gifts (gifts of your choice to use, or neglect) that allow you to go after your full potential with your maximum capabilities… 100%!!”

Here in “AtlasVille” a ‘good body’ transcends vanity… A good looking body is the primary, visible “symptom” of a person who values their life, who makes taking care of themselves a priority.

“What you put in is what you get out…”

Enjoy the video, post any questions, comments or thoughts below and please do share this with anyone you wish, by using the ‘easy’ buttons below.

Your trainer for LIFE,
– Joey Atlas

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From Self-Abuse and Self-Destruction to Profound Self-Growth and Redemption

The best teachers, mentors and coaches have “been through the fire”. They’ve walked the hard miles and been through the darkness.

Those formative experiences give them the tools that help them relate to and empathize with the people they are helping.

In this “Atlas Candid Cam” video version of “The Fitness Whisperer Podcast” Episode #10, I interview SCULPTAFIT Coach Corinne about her personal journey of self-abuse and self-destruction that all started in childhood and led up to her awakening and realization of self-worth and purpose.

As mentioned in the video, here is the link to SCULPTAFIT Coach Corinne’s Bio: http://sculptafit.com/corinne-dean/

Her story is one of the key reasons she is now part of the SCULPTAFIT Team. We talk about specifics in the interview.

We also talk about:

– Dangerous diet pills, weight loss pills, appetite suppressants and the damage they do
– The delusional aspects of numbing the pains of life with drugs and alcohol
– The damaging health and wellness implications of eating disorder and food issues
– One of the key points in Corinne’s life that caused her to “wake up”
– How she has further broken out of her shell in the last 6 months, and is still evolving even more (we should all be doing this)
– How self-awareness and self-worth lead to finding your purpose, excelling and reaching worthy goals
– PLUS a LOT more…

At the end of the interview, Coach Corinne turns the tables, and surprises me with 2 very insightful questions that are sure to help anyone watching…

What are your thoughts, comments or questions about this episode? Please post down below, we’d love to hear from you.

Do you know anyone who can use the help we offer in this video? Please use the ‘easy’ buttons below to share with anyone you can think of who will benefit from seeing and hearing all that we share in this one.

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How to Spend Quality Fitness Time with Your Kids

The number one way we are going to change the grim fate of society is by reversing the trends in mindset, lifestyle, habits and health…

Sad to say, but I truly DO NOT believe everyone will be saved, but I do know those who are “aware” and willing to “wake-up” to reality will be the long survivors.

I’d be a fool to think that everyone will cancel TV/cable, stop buying garbage edibles (we can’t call them “foods” because true food supports life), and start a consistent fitness program that they NEVER STOP.

‘Human nature’ makes you prone to being lazy, having excuses, quitting before you know it and maintaining a default mindset & behaviors that lead to slow suicide (And slow homicide if this is the example you set for your kids).

As I’m writing these few sentences, I’m realizing this is the spark for a much more powerful blog post, so stay tuned. In the meantime, here’s a family fitness activity me and my youngest took advantage of yesterday (or last Friday depending on when you see this, etc…):

It’s not rocket science and it’s not difficult. You just have to be proactive.


You MUST plan your activities. You CANNOT leave things to chance, as in “oh let’s just see what happens tomorrow… Let’s just play it by ear…” BS! Plan it, do it, make it happen.

Put these things on the calendar, on the schedule. They are more important than ANYTHING else. …Sedentary lifestyle, mindset and habits will KILL YOU. It doesn’t have to be that way… More to come on this.

These are some of the links I mention in the video. I’ll add more soon, for other activities, and other countries:

Jacksonville Baldwin Rail Trail
https://www.traillink.com/trail/jacksonville-baldwin-rail-trail/

Here’s the link to the TrailLink home page (this is an AWESOME resource for all types of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed on and/or near old railways that have been conserved through mindful repurposing for constructive human use and benefit.

TrailLink
https://www.traillink.com

At the bottom of that page is a link to the TrailLink App (priceless!!)

Any thoughts, questions, or comments? Post below, you know I love hearing from you 🙂

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Awesome Arm Building and Toning Workout with 8 Body-weight Arm Exercises

In this Sunday Sizzler Session I take you through one of the LIIT Circuit-Sets in my Arm Workout

Men and women of all ages can learn something valuable from this short segment

These are the 4 Body-Weight Arm Exercises I demo in the video:

1 – AV Bicep Pull-Ups
2 – Close-Grip Tricep Push-Off
3 – Side to Side Bicep Curl Pull-Ups
4 – AV Tricep Dips

Even if you don’t own a SCULPTABOD Home Gym yet, you can still do several of these exercises. For example, you can do the ‘Close-Grip Tricep Push-Off’ by using your couch or a sturdy ottoman, or even a thigh-level sitting bench, placed against the wall.

And if you’re a beginner, you can do that same exercise (Close-Grip Tricep Push-Off), by using your kitchen counter or something sturdy at a similar height.

Any questions about any of this, or the other exercises I mention, please post below, at the bottom of this page.

This is Circuit-Set #2, which I add to the one above, after the Candid Cam Video segment:

5 – Unilateral Dumbbell Tricep Extension on Swiss/Exercise Ball – iInstead of an “isolation” exercise, this actually becomes a total-body exercise with emphasis on the triceps).
6 – Unilateral Bicep Band Curls with Body Twist and Pause – Again, instead of an “isolation” exercise, this actually becomes a total-body exercise with emphasis on the biceps.
7 – Body-Weight Tricep Overhead Extension – Another total-body movement (LOTS of core engagement) with emphasis on tricep stimulation
8 – Unilateral Dumbbell Hammer-Curls with Staggered-Stance – I default to unilateral movements because the focus placed on one primary zone of the body while the rest of it is used to support the primary focus, has reduced many aches and pains, while bringing me better results, both visible to the eye and not visible to the eye (health, medical profile, vitals, etc…)

The combination of the elements I highlight in the video and in the summary notes on this page give way to the following:

1 – Shortened “workout” sessions – Instead of spending 90 minutes “in a gym”, I do all of my fitness training sessions at home, in less than 30 minutes (people who do “hit the gym like crazy” want to know my secrets and are a bit shocked when I share them).

2 – Less Chronic Aches and Pains and Less Acute Injuries

3 – More Enjoyment of Fitness Training

4 – Knowledge to replicate similar workouts, based on the key principles, when traveling for vacation, business, etc…

5 – Life-long consistency as a natural part of my lifestyle.

6 – Ability to participate in any activity I enjoy, or have the desire to explore (Stand-Up Paddle-boarding, Tennis, Mountain-Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, MakinLuv, etc…)

7 – Control over my health vitals and medical profile, hence my quality of life, and longevity (health/medical profile has improved each year for the last 3 years, without drugs, without surgery, without wasted effort).

Let what I share with you in the video and outline here, inspire you to action in your own journey of living your life with full vigor and vitality.

Enjoy the video, post any questions, comments of thoughts below and please do share this with anyone you wish, by using the ‘easy’ buttons below.

Your trainer for LIFE,
– Joey Atlas

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Anti-Aging with Flexibility, Supplement Obsessions, Mom & Dad Need Fitness, Stronger Bones Naturally

Based on fans, followers, clients and subscribers sharing their input, we decided to do a “Q & A” styled interview for Episode #9 of The Fitness Whisperer Podcast…

So after gathering some of the various questions submitted on my blogs, Facebook pages, via email, via Instagram, etc… we pulled 4 to start with.

And if this gets a good response and solid feedback (please share YOUR feedback in the comment box at bottom of this page), we’ll do more of these Q & A styled Podcast Episodes and Candid Cam videos as we roll “The Atlas Movement” forward…

Here’s just a taste of what we cover in this “Atlas Candid Cam” video version of The Fitness Whisperer Podcast Episode # 9

1 – Melissa and Brad ask about their middle-age, parenting stage of life conundrum and how to STOP getting out of shape and turn things around in a realistic way.

2 – Joey’s Dating Profile Project Proposal by Nikki and MasterCoach MaryAnne (this is part of the “WILD Adventure Quest of Love Project” that may become a true REALITY… still have to think this one over, lolz…)

3 – Dave and Liz ask what to add after, in addition to, ‘flexibility’ and stretching to keep their anti-aging fitness improvements coming, not just for golf and tennis, but for ALL aspects of life and maintaining full functionality.

4 – Lisa asks about her son’s supplement problems and overkill. The ‘millennial’ market is the next frontier for supplement companies to pitch their pills, powders and potions to… While there are some good products out there, there is FAR MORE trash, risky products, and plenty of deception-based marketing… I give you the simple scoop in my answer to Lisa.

5 – Elaine asks about strengthening bones naturally and improving bone density to prevent, or reverse, osteoporosis.

Any questions, comments or thoughts? Post below, I’d love to hear from you.

Maybe a question you’d like answered in a future episode?? Post it below…

And while you’re watching, please use the ‘easy’ buttons below to share today’s video lesson with ANYONE and everyone you know who can use some positive and kind-hearted help with their health, fitness and mindset.

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How to Cook Red Beet Veggie Noodles

The key to cooking healthy on a consistent basis, day in and day out – is SIMPLICITY and SPEED…

When a task is simplified and easily repeatable, it is far more likely we will continue that task, especially when there are benefits tied to the effort

I’ll re-emphasize – when things are quick and easy – they are MUCH easier to make a habit. And when something becomes a habit, there is far less internal effort required to take that specific action on a daily basis…

This is an example of one of my “Quickie Chef Cooking Tactics”… (there are new ones added into the “Atlas Ultimate Access On-Demand Private Client Membership” Area every month)

Here are the key take-aways (these are universal and can be applied to MANY recipes, regardless of what is in the pan, in the pot or in the oven…)

1 – Focus on one food/veggie going into the pan
2 – Start with a healthy cooking oil (just enough to coat the pan)
3 – Use a cover to keep in moisture which helps cook the food/veggie faster
4 – Add your herbs and spices of choice toward the end of the session (Colima Sea Salt, crushed Black Pepper, Turmeric, etc..)
5 – Add 1/4 to 1/2 low-sodium broth if you want to get more cook time (softer veggies) without having to add more oil (I’ll show specific examples of this in future videos)
6 – Once done, slide over to a cool section of the stove-top, let sit for a bit to cool and to let the herbs/spices release their magic.
7 – Combine with a protein and salad, and ENJOY!!

Any questions, funny comments, thoughts or friendly jabs?? Post below, my friend, you know I love hearing from you 🙂