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PERSONAL FITNESS &

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Choice Personal Fitness
Durham, NC
ph: 919-384-5590

Articles

Welcome to our articles page. This is a section of monthly articles written by Tyrone T. Irby and Kathy Fall.  We welcome all comments and opinions on the articles. Email us at opinions@thefitchef.net

Tyrone T. Irby

Tyrone Irby, 45, is an assistant strength and conditioning coach for the  North Carolina Central University Eagles located in Durham, North Carolina.  He specifically works with women's basketball, men's baseball, women's softball and men's and women's tennis in addition he is the nutritional consultant for those teams.  Irby was raised in Brooklyn, New York and founded Up in Smoke Catering Co. in 2003 and Choice Personal Fitness is 2007.  He is an avid baseball fan (Yankees) and resides in Durham .

Kathy Fall

Kathy Fall, 48,  has over 20 years in the technology and engineering industries.  She is a lifelong writer who writes poetry, prose, technical documents, and business plans.  She is regularly active in power walking, Yoga, and Chen style Tai Chi.  She resides in Bronx, New York with her son Cheikh.

Tyrone and Kathy are also brother and sister, originally from Brooklyn, New York.

 

  • The Keys to Developing an Elite Athlete

    July 11, 2010

    What are the five key factors in developing a strong and durable athlete?  Click here to read the article..

  • The Other Barbeque-Turkey Barbeque

    February 7, 2010

    Most of us know Pork Barbeque.  Now let us present a new, healthier barbeque made with smoked turkey!

  • Tips for a Healthy and Fit 2010

    January 2010

    The time is here and the time is now!  Here are our tips to begin the New Year the right way and get in your best shape for 2010.  Click here to read the article.

  • Obesity in Sports and How it is Ruining the Game

    11/29/2009
    Is instant replay the answer in baseball?  No, the answer is better conditioning and health for the 68 major league umpires.  Click here to read the complete article.

  • The Importance of Posture

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    Learn how to correct muscle imbalances and regain good posture.  Click here to read the complete article.

  • The Importance of Pre and Post Training Nutrition

    Are you not getting the results that you want from your training regimen?  If not it could be how you are eating before and after training.  This month we examine what foods are the best to fuel your body before the workout and assist in recovery after the workout.  Click here to read the complete article.

  • Curbing Obesity in Children: What We Can Do.

    33% of children in America are overweight or obese.  This figure has tripled in the last decade.  What are the causes and what are the solutions. Click here to read the complete article.

  • The Importance of Developing Core Strength

    Six pack abs aren’t the only muscles to develop for a strong core.  Strong core muscles determine posture and functional strength. Click here to read the complete article.

  • Let's Eat

    Mom always taught us to “clean our plates” when growing up.  Nowadays that might not be the best advice.  Click here to read the complete article.

  • A Portion of Control

    When did supersize become a portion?  Serving portions at home and at restaurants have steadily increased over the years.  It’s time to exercise a “portion of control”.  Click here to read the complete article..

  • Yes, We Can..Eat Healthy

    You say you don’t have time to eat healthy?  Plan ahead for heart healthy meals for you and your family. Click here to read the complete article.

  • A Little Spice Goes a Long Way

    For additional flavor in foods, you don't need fattening sauces but just a little bit of spice in your life. Click here to read the complete article

  • Creating A Food Budget

    Shop and cook smartly and you will save a ton of money.  Click here to read the complete article.


 

Choice Personal Fitness
Durham, NC
ph: 919-384-5590