Category: Exercise
10 Reasons Weight Training Needs To Be A Part Of Your Life
My wife has always been a tough sell on the idea of weight training on a regular basis. She’s much more engaged in cardio based training like running and Peloton classes. I’m a huge advocate for weight training, and always encourage her to do it, but here’s how the conversation typically goes:
How Many Reps Is Right For You?
As a trainer, I have clients who come to me with specific goals in terms of their physique and function. They want to build more muscle, or get really strong, but often aren’t sure how to approach it. I recall working with a client who came to me saying he wanted to get really strong Read more…
Research-Based Training Insights
I am 83 years old, and have trained with weights for much of my life, since age 15. I read the fitness magazines and books, and learned the training lore of the time. In my adult life, (after getting involved in the running craze of the time) I trained at the local athletic club. Read more…
Build Muscle & Burn Fat Without Breaking The Bank
Finances are often seen as a barrier to improving health. I’ve had this conversation many times — as a matter of fact I had it just the other day with a cousin of mine. He told me he wanted to “get in shape & start eating better”, but he knew it was expensive and didn’t Read more…
Are You Overtraining?
Overtraining is something that is far too common and often overlooked. People often have these “all or nothing”, “no days off”, and “more is better” mentalities that are not sustainable. I can attest to this because I used to have that same mentality. I would beat myself into the ground on a daily basis and Read more…
The Best 5 Exercises To Improve Your Golf Game
The game of golf has really taken off over the past year and a half. Countless people of all ages and abilities have flocked to the golf course to begin a new hobby and means of exercise. Take enough swings and you’ll soon realize that the sport asks a lot of your body.
How To Gain Pounds Of Muscle In 6 Weeks Without Adding Body Fat
I’ve had countless clients come to me over the years asking for my “secrets” to gain lean muscle mass. One in particular asked me to guide him to put on as much muscle as possible in 6 weeks. Having a bodybuilding competition background myself, I know how to put on muscle with a time limit Read more…
Top 4 Exercises for a Quick Home Workout
It seems like there is never enough time in the day. If we just had one more hour, right? A quote that was spoken to me recently has helped put time into perspective. “You have time for what you make time for.”
The Top 5 Reasons You Need To Do Squats
Squats are one of the major movement patterns that should be part of everyone’s programming. They help to build strength, improve overall training and sports performance and increase stability of the legs. But there are some benefits that a lot of people may not know about, so here are the top 5 reasons you need Read more…