Beginner’s Fitness Module: Learn How to Exercise and Lose Weight

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. Tired of figuring out the right way to exercise, get fit and lose weight? If you are a follower or Exercise Menu.com, you will know that I too hate quick, get fit or lose weight schemes. Because I feel your frustration, I have compiled the best articles that I have written over the years into one beginner’s learning module.

Abdominal Crunches May Not Be Safe: Choose Pilates Crunches or Ab Planks

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. If you are doing the classic “hands behind the head” abdominal crunch to tighten up your core, I strongly suggest you consider other exercise alternatives if you want to maintain the health of your spine. Posture is of utmost importance in maintaining the health of your spinal column. That’s why doctors constantly tell you to “sit up straight, stand up straight and lift heavy objects with … Read More →

Stay Fresh and Lift Weights Without Sweating

by Jacques Courseault, M.D. “I would work out more, but I don’t want to sweat!” When I first heard a client tell me this, I completely wrote it off as a pitiful excuse to avoid working out. Then, I heard it again… and again, which caused me to think twice about this common excuse. Then, I realized it takes me absolutely no effort to freshen up after a workout. I … Read More →