Gene Bernshtam

  Image source: samsfitness.com.au While they may share a lot of similarities in pillars and principles, strength training and bodybuilding are not one and the same. For people serious about the finer points of their fitness journey, Gene Bernshtam explains the difference between the two. Purpose The first difference between strength training and bodybuilding is their purpose. Strength training, as the name suggests, involves developing physical strength so the body is better suited to handle everyday physical activities such as lifting bags, pushing crates, and the like. Bodybuilding, on the other hand, is an endeavor that seeks to improve one’s physique.  Image source: spotmebro.com Nutrition   While proper nutrition in strength training and bodybuilding is important, for those doing the latter, diet is a lot stricter. Calories and macros have to be counted to ensure that the muscles of the body develop the right way. One of the main goals of bodybuilders is...

Over the past decades, a growing number of Americans now consider taking their vacations in tropical locations such as South America or South East Asia. Not only are these destinations cheap: They also offer a set of activities that are only available in those areas alone. However, going to these places, especially for the first time, requires a bit of preparation.  On that note, business leader and travel enthusiast Gene Bernshtam shares a few helpful tips on traveling to the tropics for a vacation.  Image source: wildluxe.com Handling boats One of the main attractions of spending a vacation in an island paradise is that people get to ride in small boats and go around island hopping. While this provides more excitement than most urban activities, some people aren’t accustomed to the feel of riding a small boat. They get seasick. To counteract this, Gene Bernshtam recommends riding at the front end of the boat and watch the waves as they hit the boat. Image source...

  For months now, gym-goers have settled for home workouts, outdoor running, and urban cycling to staying fit. Experts are divided on exercising in a gym with masks on as this might cause breathing problems in some individuals, and working out in an enclosed area still poses threats of the virus.  Image source: indianexpress.com Working out amid a pandemic is something everyone must try to do daily. Countless studies have found that exercising lowers the risk of contracting health conditions such as diabetes, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. In a week, be sure to include three to four days to focus on health and physical fitness, says Gene Bernshtam. There are plenty of online workout videos available for people to follow at their own pace. To get to the groove slowly but surely, try doing yoga exercises first. This will help ease the body into physical activity while improving one’s strength and flexibility. Resistance training doe...

  For a business leader to be able to do his or her job to the fullest, he or she needs to be in top shape at all times. This is why Gene Bernshtam stays in shape through weightlifting. That being said, while lifting weights, there is absolutely nothing more important to a person than to stay safe.  Image source: cathe.com From making sure the workout area is tidy and all the equipment is in place to proper stretching, warm-up, and cool down procedures, there are a number of safety measures people should always observe while working out. Today, Gene Bernshtam adds two more safety reminders to that all-important list. Hydration is key. Workouts take a toll on one’s body. As a person expends energy, the body becomes hotter and thus releases sweat to cool itself down. To replenish the water stores of the body, a person has to always hydrate. Adequate water levels help a lot of bodily processes and keep you healthy.  Image source: blog.myfitnesspal.com Wear th...

 Work ethic determines the success of an individual or organization. Whether at work or in life, a solid work ethic sets one apart from the pack. Work ethic is helmed by a person’s integrity, excellence, reliability, discipline, and teamwork. Gene Bernshtam shares in this blog why strong work ethic still matters.  Image source: isg-one.com    A solid work ethic is a requirement in today’s work climate. The job market being a competitive arena, its leaders never think twice about replacing an ineffective employee with one who meets and exceeds their expectations. While some leaders have become more compassionate and emphatic towards employees, it is not always the case. Displaying poor work ethic and showing no signs of improvement could cause one their job. Employers and colleagues notice when an individual has poor work ethic. While consequences of displaying unfavorable performance at work may not be immediate, managers and teammates take notice. Colle...

Being a leader is not easy. These days, when remote work is the recommended setup for many industries, leading a team can be a struggle. Recruiting, hiring, managing, encouraging, monitoring, planning, and evaluating are all responsibilities of a leader. Certain leaders are required of a leader for an organization to achieve great results.  Image source: cio.com Image source: sloanreview.mit.edu   Have the character of a servant , shares Gene Bernshtam. While hiring more people to join the team might free a leader’s hands of some tasks, maintaining a service mentality makes for better leadership. By considering their team’s strengths and weaknesses, a leader can streamline processes more effectively, therefore making tasks easier for members. Experience matters . Managers and supervisors can spot talent from day one but are keener to promote to leadership posts those who have the love for learning and gaining experiences. Transparency may not be everyone’s favorit...

Gene Bernshtam is one of the busiest people around. Aside from running a successful real estate development company, he also collects and restores cars. He attributes all the energy he has to keep himself in shape through weightlifting, which is one of his favorite topics to blog about . Image source: salushomecare.com Image source: pinterest.com For today, Gene Bernshtam focuses on what he believes is overlooked in both commercial gyms and home gyms – safety. Here are some very important safety rules for people who work out. Rule 1: If people get something from the rack, they should return it. Far too many gym-goers ignore the simple act of returning weights to the rack. It’s rude, and it goes against gym etiquette. But more importantly, not re-racking the weights poses a danger to other people who could easily trip on them. Rule 2: People should warm-up and stretch before workouts. Warming up and stretching before workouts get the muscles in shap...