3 EFFORTS FROM ME 1) People just do stuff to workout. There is a culture of strain, discomfort, and grinding reps meaning improvement. However, 99% of the population has no idea what physiological changes are occurring other than saying things like: “we’re building muscle”, “we’re improving our conditioning”, “we’re getting stronger”, etc. Statements like those … Read more
3 EFFORTS FROM ME 1) When we change the angle, we change the exercise. Many exercises can easily be manipulated to fit the needs of an individual. Take this 1 Arm DB Row variation. Many people may lack the “hip mobility” or the ability to maintain the torso position – i.e. no “winging scaps” – … Read more
3 EFFORTS FROM ME 1) Everything we do is something else we do when performing exercise. Take this Low Sled Push variation, this Inverted Bear Hold and this Goblet Split Squat. People may say something like they use the same “core” muscles. That’s fine, but what really matters is if a similar strategy is used … Read more
3 EFFORTS FROM ME 1) I love Band/Cable Pull Down exercise variations to help improve movement restrictions and relieve joint pressure. These exercises can be performed to unweight us. This allows us release muscle tension used to hold undesired skeletal positions against gravity. Moreover, these exercises allow us to alter the angle of pull and … Read more
3 EFFORTS FROM ME 1) Split Squats are one of my favorite exercises because they are so versatile. However, I have made the mistake of creating interference toward improving movement limitations and joint health by prescribing them too soon in some cases. Here are some quick tips on avoiding this blunder. 2) I enjoy James … Read more
3 EFFORTS FROM ME 1) “Winging” shoulder blades may hinder shoulder health and performance. Here is how to execute a bench press variation to help you manage this issue. 2) We all get in ruts in our lives (God knows I have building a side hustle into a business). One strategy I use to help … Read more
The pandemic reminds me of how spoiled I am under normal circumstances with the resources I have to exercise. I have fully stocked collegiate weight rooms at my disposal. So, the last few months working out in my little apartment has been humbling. All the toys are gone. The comradery of working out around others … Read more
“Jill! That’s two!” She knew that meant the conditioning test was over for her that day. She walked with a slight limp toward her water bottle at the other end of the court, shaking her head and mumbling something to herself. There was only one teammate that achieved a better score, but Jill had dropped … Read more
Bob loves the weight room. Having a challenging workout is his alone time, and his way to relieve some of the stress from work and family matters. He likes to focus his fitness goals towards adding muscle mass. Although, he is aware of a muscle asymmetry between his left and right sides. Bob came to … Read more
“We need to improve our conditioning,” said the Coach. “Well, how are we determining that is what we need? Most of the team passed your conditioning test before the season,” I replied. “Well, they don’t stay in shape during the season. They look like they are stuck in mud out there.” “So every day, throughout … Read more