Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Do I need Excel to use the Nutritional Database?

Yes. The dataset relies on formulas, dropdowns, and protected structures that only work correctly in Microsoft Excel or Excel 365. A desktop or laptop is strongly recommended.

Q2: Can I use the Nutritional Database on my phone?

Technically yes, but it’s not recommended. Mobile Excel limits zooming, navigation, and proper copy-paste—features essential for maintaining accurate formulas.

Q3: What makes a Database better than a tracking app?

Apps hide their calculations, rely on user-generated food entries, and restrict customization. The Nutritional Datasheet™ gives you transparency, accuracy, education, and ownership.

Q4: Where does the food data come from?

Every food and macronutrient value is sourced from the Canadian Nutrient File (CNF), which includes lab-tested data for 4,000+ foods.

Q5: Will I be shown how to use it?

Absolutely. You receive a 1-hour orientation session plus weekly coaching sessions for guidance, troubleshooting, and nutrition support can be added as an additional service.

Q6: Who is this system intended to help?

Anyone serious about understanding and managing their nutrition—athletes, recreational lifters, fat-loss clients, or those wanting to improve health.

Q7: Do I need prior experience?

No. The orientation session teaches you everything you need, and weekly coaching ensures you stay confident and on track.

Nutritional Database

Exercise Database

Q1: What exactly is the Exercise Database?

It’s a fully interactive Excel-based training system that tracks your resistance training, mobility work, and cardiovascular conditioning. It calculates your individualized effective volume landmarks, heart-rate training zones, and weekly workload targets so your program is always structured and purposeful.

Q2: Does it cover more than weight training?

Yes. The Exercise Database includes mobility sessions, aerobic conditioning, anaerobic intervals, and intensity zone prescription so you can manage your full training profile—not just lifting.

Q3: Why do I need Excel to use it?

The database uses formulas, dropdowns, protected cells, and interactive calculations that only operate correctly in Microsoft Excel or Excel 365. These platforms ensure accurate tracking and allow your coach to provide full support.

Q4: Can I use it on my phone?

You can, but it’s not recommended. Mobile Excel has limited zoom, restricted copy/paste, and clunky navigation—all of which can disrupt formulas. For best performance, use a desktop or laptop with Excel or Excel 365.

Q5: What are “Effective Volume Landmarks”?

They are evidence based training volume ranges used to guide weekly programming:

  • MV: Maintenance Volume

  • MEV: Minimum Effective Volume

  • MAV: Maximum Adaptive Volume

  • MRV: Maximum Recoverable Volume

The database provides identified ranges so you know exactly how much training is optimal.

Q6: Does it tell me how much cardio to do?

Yes. It prescribes target heart rate zones, weekly aerobic volume, anaerobic intervals, and conditioning intensity so you can build cardiovascular fitness with purpose—not guesswork.

Q7: Can I track mobility sessions?

Absolutely. The database includes mobility logging and weekly summaries, helping you balance strength, flexibility, joint health, and recovery.

Q8: Is this better than using a training app?

Yes. Most apps:

  • Don’t calculate effective training volume

  • Don’t integrate mobility, strength, and cardio

  • Don’t personalize weekly targets

  • Don’t show recovery demands

  • Don’t offer full transparency in calculations

The Exercise Database gives you complete customization, lifetime ownership, data accuracy, and true understanding of your program.

Q9: Will you show me how to use it?

Yes. All clients receive a 1-hour orientation walkthrough showing exactly how to use every section of the database.

Q10: Do I get ongoing support?

Definitely. You can purchase additional exercise consultation to receive weekly 1-hour check-ins for:

  • Reviewing your training logs

  • Adjusting volume and intensity

  • Troubleshooting database usage

  • Mobility and cardio recommendations

  • Progress tracking

  • Recovery guidance

You’re never left to “figure it out alone.”

Q11: Is it beginner-friendly?

Yes. It’s structured, guided, and supported by weekly coaching. Whether you’re new to training or experienced, the system adapts to your level.

Q12: Can it pair with the Nutritional Datasheet?

Yes — and together they form a complete training + nutrition system that tracks the two most important elements of progress with unmatched accuracy.