Ever heard the phrase, “There’s more than one way to skin a cat”? Weird saying—but an important concept, especially when it comes to fitness. What it really means is this: You can try hundreds of different approaches and still get to the goal you want. There’s no one right way
If someone at the gym asked you why you are doing something, do you have an answer off the top of your head? I can say for years of my own training, I did not. Doing things I enjoy more than things that had a purpose. Now, during a typical
We don’t use machines at our gym. What we do use are free weights like dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells — plus sleds, resistance bands, and a few unconventional tools that let us train in smarter, more effective ways. Why? Because training with these tools carries over into real life.You’re not
The goal of most workouts is to create an impact. If we’re putting in effort, we want something in return—progress, improvement, results. So, how do we know if a workout is actually working? A lot of people judge their workouts by: How sore they are How much they sweat How
There is never a need to train through pain. Wait… isn’t pain just part of the territory? Isn’t it normal with age, or if you’ve played sports your whole life? Not quite. Pain isn’t a prerequisite for exercising—or aging, for that matter. But unfortunately, many people live with it every
As a coach, I know not everyone will train with us forever. So our goal isn’t just to help someone reach their short-term goals — it’s to prepare them to train for life, no matter the circumstances. Everyone has a reason they’re in the gym. And it’s not just the
If you’re thinking about improving your fitness, there’s a reason behind it. Maybe you want more energy. Maybe your clothes don’t fit like they used to. Maybe you’ve just hit a point where you’re tired of feeling tired. Whatever the reason, there’s a goal driving your effort. And whether you’re
When I started coaching I was doing 20-30 hours per week on the gym floor, most of which was for free, trying to get things going. I was also working two other part time jobs just so I could eat and pay rent. There were days where I worked all
There is a lot of hope and searching for the next “cheat code” to getting where we want to be (with our health and body). The pill, supplement, or “fat burning” workout routine that will kickstart your results in the next 30 days! As most of us have found out, It
I am not a spinal doctor or a back pain expert. The back pain I have experienced has been mild compared to some of the people that have come to train with me. Nerve damage, bulging discs, herniations, fractures, discomfort, tight muscles, pulled-muscles. And it always energizes me to see