Trainer's Notebook

Trainer’s Notebook gathers a collection of fitness tips, exercise routines, nutrition facts, recipes and wellness information I have gathered over the years, or developed on my own. I’m a NASM certified personal trainer and hope my notes will help you reach your goals. Here’s to better health!

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This means it is really organic. Buy it. Eat it. Enjoy it.

Organic produce? Check the sticker

04/27/2013by James Kopniske 1 Comment

You know those little annoying stickers on the produce you pick up at the market? You know, the ones you have to peel off before you can bite into that […]

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Nutrition
My numbers after the 90-day challenge.

2nd District Healthy Cleveland Wellness Challenge Wrap Up

04/16/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

Ninety days has come and gone. I previously blogged about my participation in the 2nd District Healthy Cleveland Wellness Challenge and I am happy to report after three months, I’ve seen some […]

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General
1 cup of veggies or fruit = size of your fist

Proper portion size

03/20/2013by James Kopniske 1 Comment

There’s a lot of confusion when it comes to eating healthy and filling your plate with the proper portion size of food. An easy way to remember just how much […]

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Nutrition
All your breakfast favorites in one bowl, ready for the hot morning skillet.

Paleo breakfast bowl

03/03/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

My life has been a little too crazy in 2013.  I’m balancing a full-time job, full-time school and trying to launch my personal trainer career.  With all of this, my […]

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Nutrition
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4 week hybrid hypertrophy workout

02/24/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

Ready for a challenging mix of a workout?  Try my take at a hybrid hypertrophy workout routine.  It provides a solid muscle component along with with a mini warrior workout […]

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Fitness, Workouts

It’s official, I’m a NASM Certified Personal Trainer

02/18/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

Yes folks, it’s official!  On Saturday, February 16 I sat down and took the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s certified personal trainer exam.  After six months of studying, and nearly […]

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Fitness, General
Foam rollers can help break up knots in muscle and improve flexibility and function. And who doesn't like a massage?

Foam rolls and stretching (self myofascial release)

02/10/2013by James Kopniske 2 Comments

The latest trend to hit fitness and flexibility definitely holds serious merit – self myofascial release. What? Myofascial release is using foam rollers to help with pre and post workout […]

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Fitness, Workouts
Protein is key to building muscle and tissue, but don't over kill it.

How much protein do you really need?

01/29/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

If you want to get big, you’ve got to down the protein. This gym lore has been passed down from one weightlifter to another for decades. And you cannot escape the barrage […]

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Fitness, Nutrition
I love the dark green color of kale.  And that means it's good for you!

Kale chips in under 30 minutes

01/21/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

This weekend I had a real bad craving for potato chips.  As I was looking around my kitchen for something to snack on, I noticed I had a bag of […]

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Team leaders gather at the kick off press conference on Jan. 14 (which I helped put together).

90 day 2nd District Healthy Cleveland Wellness Challenge

01/16/2013by James Kopniske Leave a comment

I’m taking part in a wellness challenge in my hometown of Cleveland, Ohio. It’s called the 2nd District Healthy Cleveland Wellness Challenge. Eight teams (Cleveland Police Second District; Councilman Joe […]

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