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
You’ve probably tried a diet or two. Maybe It was a great experience, maybe It was hell on earth. Some may be better than others but the same things can be said about almost every diet, the better prepared the person is going into the diet, the more success they
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
I was recently asked this question by someone just getting into fitness:“What should I expect to happen when I start working out?” It caught me off guard for a moment—because usually, I’m the one asking, “What are your expectations?” Being on the receiving end made me pause and think. Everyone’s
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
Have you ever asked yourself why you are doing something? Sat back and really thought, “why the hell am I doing all of this” It’s tough, and sometimes leads to a spiral of thoughts and realizations. But take a second and think – what are your goals, reasons, expectations. When
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
If you have ever tried to accomplish something more than once, you’ve run into some of the same issues. Hopefully remembering your mistakes for next time so you don’t have to go through the same troubles. Imagine making cookies from scratch for the first time. You get all your ingredients