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Intra-Abdominal Pressure: Your Body’s Built-In Weight Belt
July 5, 2025

Intra-Abdominal Pressure: Your Body’s Built-In Weight Belt

You often hear your trainer telling you to brace your core...bracing your core—or creating intra-abdominal pressure (IAP)—is a physiological mechanism that can significantly improve both safety and performance.

Agility Training for Older Adults: Stay Strong, Steady, and Sharp
October 21, 2025

Agility Training for Older Adults: Stay Strong, Steady, and Sharp

Agility isn’t just for athletes—it’s a cornerstone of independence as we age. For older adults, training agility means more than moving quickly; it means preventing falls, staying confident on your feet, and maintaining the freedom to live life on your own terms. Through smart, personalized strength and power training, seniors can build resilience, protect their bodies, and embrace aging with strength and intention.

Move Better, Live Stronger: How Functional Range Conditioning Builds a Bulletproof Body & Resilient Joints
June 4, 2025

Move Better, Live Stronger: How Functional Range Conditioning Builds a Bulletproof Body & Resilient Joints

Learn about FRC and how it helps bulletproof the body and joints.

The Science of Fat Loss: Why Quick, Restrictive Diets Don’t Work
November 19, 2024

The Science of Fat Loss: Why Quick, Restrictive Diets Don’t Work

The Science of Fat Loss: Why Quick, Restrictive Diets Don’t Work

Why The Bike Is Our Friend :) Improving Aerobic Capacity, Anaerobic Power, and Strength
May 8, 2025

Why The Bike Is Our Friend :) Improving Aerobic Capacity, Anaerobic Power, and Strength

It's never fun, but there's a reason why we love it so much!

Training Age vs. Chronological Age
May 27, 2026

Training Age vs. Chronological Age

Chronological age is often treated as the primary limiter of performance in the gym. Once someone reaches a certain birthday, expectations shift: lighter loads, slower progress, more caution. But this framework misses a far more important variable. Training age reflects how long the body has been consistently exposed to structured, progressive resistance training, and from an adaptation standpoint, that history matters far more than how many years you've been alive.

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Beyond the Stretch: Integrating Mobility with Strength
November 10, 2026

Beyond the Stretch: Integrating Mobility with Strength

Functional Range Conditioning uses end-range isometrics to expand joint capacity, turning passive flexibility into usable strength. By incorporating mobility tools like PAIL/RAIL exercises into pre-lift priming sets, you effectively prepare your nervous system and joint tissues for compound movements. This integrated approach ensures the body feels safe in deep ranges of motion, maximizing force production while preventing injury.

Strength by Trimester - Considerations for Strength Training During Pregnancy
October 27, 2026

Strength by Trimester - Considerations for Strength Training During Pregnancy

This guide explains how to safely adapt strength training through every trimester of pregnancy and into postpartum recovery. Learn how to manage physiological changes like hormonal shifts and postural adjustments while focusing on proper movement mechanics, pelvic floor support, and core stability. Stay strong, confident, and supported through labor and beyond with practical, trimester-specific guidance.

Improving Mobility: Why We Do PAILs and RAILs
October 20, 2026

Improving Mobility: Why We Do PAILs and RAILs

Mobility is more than being able to stretch into a position. It's about having the strength and control to move your joints through the ranges of motion you need for training and everyday life. At Method Strong, we use PAILs and RAILs as one of several tools to develop that ability. By combining controlled isometric contractions with mobility work, we can train more than flexibility alone. We challenge the muscles around a joint to produce force, build end-range strength, and improve control

Why we do it - Functional Movement Screen
October 13, 2026

Why we do it - Functional Movement Screen

Before building your fitness program, Method Fitness uses the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) to assess your baseline mobility, stability, and injury risk. In just 15 minutes, this 7-step assessment helps our trainers design a safe, personalized workout plan tailored to your specific body and goals.

Unlocking Metabolism: The Hormonal Guide to Faster Recovery and Strength
September 29, 2026

Unlocking Metabolism: The Hormonal Guide to Faster Recovery and Strength

Biomechanics guides movement, but hormones drive adaptation. This article breaks down how anabolic and catabolic hormones like insulin, cortisol, and testosterone regulate metabolism. Discover how training volume, sleep, and post-workout nutrition optimize these signals for faster recovery and strength.

The Optimal Training Schedule
September 23, 2026

The Optimal Training Schedule

Optimal training frequency balances recovery with your schedule. Heavy strength work needs max recovery (1-2 days/week), while hypertrophy targets muscles every 2-3 days. Endurance and mobility thrive on near-daily consistency. While 2-4 workouts weekly suit most, even 1 session yields progress. Flexible options help fit goals into busy lives.

The Physics of it All: Managing Center of Mass
September 15, 2026

The Physics of it All: Managing Center of Mass

Your body works as one connected system. The feet, hips, spine, and shoulders all influence how efficiently you move and produce force. Understanding your center of mass and base of support helps explain why. When they’re properly aligned for the movement, you’re more balanced, efficient, and better positioned to build strength.

Scapulo-Thoracic (Shoulder) Complex - Rhythm Matters
September 8, 2026

Scapulo-Thoracic (Shoulder) Complex - Rhythm Matters

Like the hips, the shoulders are one of the most misunderstood parts of the body. The shoulder blade does far more work than most people realize — and understanding how it moves is the key to pain-free pushing, pulling, and pressing. Here's why "shoulders back and down" actually matters.

The Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex
August 25, 2026

The Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex

The Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex is the body's engine room. Learn how hip mobility, pelvic control, and spinal stability work together under heavy load.

The Four Principles of Movement
August 18, 2026

The Four Principles of Movement

Great coaching starts with understanding movement, not memorizing exercises. Explore the four principles of movement and why the foot is your foundation.

Born to Squat
August 11, 2026

Born to Squat

Humans are born able to squat all the way down with both feet flat, and we keep that ability into old age if we practice it. Most of us don't. Thigh level chairs, waist level beds, and the general convenience of modern life mean the position is no longer required, so the brain quietly files it away as unnecessary. The feeling of tightness that follows is not stiff muscle. It is your nervous system deciding you no longer need to go there. Here is why we lose it, and how to get it back.

Maximum Strength Phase (MSP): Why We Test, Then Move On
July 28, 2026

Maximum Strength Phase (MSP): Why We Test, Then Move On

Maximum Strength Phase is where we find out what all the work was for. Training volume drops, intensity peaks, and we establish the numbers that will drive every percentage based session that follows. But testing is not training, and this is not a phase we want to live in.

Expanding Your Limits: What is the Strength Capacity Phase? (SCP)
July 21, 2026

Expanding Your Limits: What is the Strength Capacity Phase? (SCP)

The Strength Capacity Phase (SCP) bridges general prep and maximal strength. Volume stays high, intensity climbs, and you must hit key checkpoints—load competency, fatigue management, autonomic balance—before advancing.

Building the Base: What is GPP and Why It Matters for Longevity
July 13, 2026

Building the Base: What is GPP and Why It Matters for Longevity

True strength isn't just about maximal output, it's about sustainable longevity. Before you build a massive structure, you have to pour a bulletproof foundation of movement quality, stress and load capacity, and adequate recovery. At Method Strong, that foundation is called GPP, the General Preparatory Phase. It's where we build a high functioning vehicle before ever testing how fast it can go.

The Key to Longevity: A Joint-Focused Approach
July 2, 2026

The Key to Longevity: A Joint-Focused Approach

Strong muscles are only part of the equation. Last time we explored how getting stronger is really about training your brain—but your joints are just as important. Healthy joints allow you to move efficiently, transfer force safely, and continue lifting, playing, and living pain-free for years to come. In this article, we explain why joint health is essential for lifelong strength and how we incorporate targeted mobility and stability training to help our clients stay strong for the long haul.

June 23, 2026

The Central Nervous System: The Real Driver of Strength

Most people think strength training is about muscles. Bigger muscles, more soreness, more gains. But the deeper you go, the more you realize muscles are only part of the equation. The real driver of strength, power, and athletic performance is the Central Nervous System. Two people with identical muscle mass can perform completely differently — because strength isn't just physical. It's neurological. Every rep, every set, every movement pattern you train is, at its core, a brain exercise.

The Performance Blueprint: How Nutrition and Recovery Drive Real Results
June 17, 2026

The Performance Blueprint: How Nutrition and Recovery Drive Real Results

Most people think results come from the gym. Show up, work hard, repeat. But training only tells half the story. Recovery and nutrition are what turn effort into actual progress. This guide breaks down how to recover based on how your body feels, how to build meals that support your training, and how to adjust what you eat based on your intensity that day.

Exploring HSA/FSA Reimbursement for Personal Training
June 9, 2026

Exploring HSA/FSA Reimbursement for Personal Training

At Method Strong, we believe strength training is an investment in long-term health. As preventative healthcare conversations evolve, more clients are asking whether personal training can be reimbursed through HSA or FSA funds. The answer is potentially yes, depending on your circumstances and medical necessity. We are actively exploring pathways to help qualifying clients use pre-tax healthcare dollars toward training. Speak with your healthcare provider and our team to learn more.

The Road to Bone Density is Paved with Barbell Training
May 19, 2026

The Road to Bone Density is Paved with Barbell Training

Your bones aren't static rocks. They're living tissue that remodels in response to stress. Lift heavy, and specialized cells called osteoblasts lay down new bone mineral content. Skip the loading, and your body assumes it doesn't need the density. After peak bone mass at around age 30, the process naturally favors loss. The fix? Progressive resistance training. It takes 6 to 12 months, but the payoff is a skeleton built to last.

Why Exercise Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Brain
May 12, 2026

Why Exercise Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Brain

Discover how exercise goes beyond fat loss and muscle. Learn how movement boosts blood flow, grows new brain cells, fights cognitive decline, and keeps your mind sharp as you age.

Fueling For Strength: The Basics of Pre, Intra, and Post-Workout Nutrition
April 28, 2026

Fueling For Strength: The Basics of Pre, Intra, and Post-Workout Nutrition

Training hard without fueling properly is like driving on an empty tank. Learn how to use pre, intra, and post-workout nutrition to boost energy, dominate your sessions, and recover faster. Whether you're eating 2-3 hours before training or refueling within the post-workout window, the right nutrition strategy can transform your results and how you feel in and out of the gym.

Professional Eagles - Why We Circle You While We Coach
April 21, 2026

Professional Eagles - Why We Circle You While We Coach

Ever wonder why your coach is constantly moving around the floor during your session? They're watching your movement from every angle, checking your joints, your center of gravity, your speed, and your fatigue. Whether it's your form or a strength imbalance, catching small breakdowns early means fewer injuries and bigger gains over time. Your coach isn't just watching. They're always working to make you better.

Train Hard at Method Fitness. Measure Smart with DEXA Scans
April 10, 2026

Train Hard at Method Fitness. Measure Smart with DEXA Scans

At Method Fitness, hard training deserves smart tracking. That's why we've partnered with NOVA Body Labs to offer DEXA body composition scans and Resting Metabolic Rate testing to our members. In this post, we break down how these tools work, what they measure, and why they matter for your progress. Method Strong clients get an exclusive package: 2 DEXA scans + 1 RMR test for $332.50 with code METHODPACK. Read on to learn more.

How to improve your running, without running more
April 7, 2026

How to improve your running, without running more

If you’ve ever gone for a run and felt like it was way harder than it should be, you’re not alone. A lot of runners think the fix is just to run more, but that is only part of it. What really makes a difference is how much energy each step is costing you. That idea is called running economy. Two people can run at the same pace, but one might be using a lot less energy to do it. Over time, that adds up in a big way, affecting both performance and how you feel during and after your runs.

GLP-1s - What You Should Know
March 24, 2026

GLP-1s - What You Should Know

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are transforming the conversation around weight loss and diabetes management. By mimicking natural hormones that regulate appetite and blood sugar, GLP-1 therapies can lead to significant weight loss—but they also come with important considerations, including side effects and potential muscle loss. Understanding how GLP-1 works, and how to support your body through strength training, is key to long-term success.

March 17, 2026

Mobility Training IS Strength Training

Discover why strength training is one of the most effective ways to improve mobility, increase joint resilience, and build strength through full ranges of motion.

Foot and Ankle Complex : The Base of Better Movement
March 10, 2026

Foot and Ankle Complex : The Base of Better Movement

Your foot and ankle complex is the foundation of every movement you perform in the gym. With 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 supporting muscles and ligaments, this system plays a crucial role in stability, mobility, and power transfer. By improving strength and control in the feet and ankles, you create a stronger base for squats, lunges, and everyday movement while reducing the risk of injury.

What Grip Strength Really Tells Us About Aging
February 18, 2026

What Grip Strength Really Tells Us About Aging

Grip strength is more than a measure of hand power—it’s a powerful predictor of all-cause mortality. Research shows lower grip strength is linked to higher risk of cardiovascular disease and early death. But the real story isn’t about your hands—it’s about muscle mass, neurological readiness, and lifelong strength training.

Training Around Injury: How to Modify and Stay Strong
February 11, 2026

Training Around Injury: How to Modify and Stay Strong

Injury is not a reason to stop training altogether. With smart adjustments to range of motion, load, tempo, and exercise selection, you can maintain strength, conditioning, and confidence while respecting tissue tolerance. Training around injury isn’t about pushing through pain—it’s about modifying strategically so progress continues without setbacks.

Cortisol, Training, and the 'Stress Bucket' Theory
January 22, 2026

Cortisol, Training, and the 'Stress Bucket' Theory

The stress bucket theory explains how training, work, and life demands all contribute to cortisol load. When managed correctly, training helps regulate your stress bucket rather than overflow it.

The Engine That Keeps You Alive - Cardiopulmonary System: How Your Heart and Lungs Adapt to Exercise
January 16, 2026

The Engine That Keeps You Alive - Cardiopulmonary System: How Your Heart and Lungs Adapt to Exercise

Oxygen delivery is the foundation of exercise performance. Through regular training, the cardiopulmonary system adapts to increase oxygen transport to muscles, improve waste removal, and support higher workloads. These changes are what allow you to sustain intensity and recover between efforts.

Winner of Arlington’s Best Gym 2026 - Method Fitness
December 18, 2025

Winner of Arlington’s Best Gym 2026 - Method Fitness

Arlington’s Best gym isn’t defined by equipment or workouts alone—it’s built through expert coaching, intentional programming, and a team-wide commitment to excellence. At Method Fitness, every rep, every client, and every detail matters.

Sleds: Not Just for Santa - The real physiological and psychological benefits of sled strength training
December 10, 2025

Sleds: Not Just for Santa - The real physiological and psychological benefits of sled strength training

The sled is more than a tough finisher—it’s one of the most versatile tools in the gym. From building force production and joint-friendly strength to boosting conditioning and confidence, sled training delivers benefits that carry into everyday life. Here’s why we love the sled and use it so often at Method.

Your Sleep Operating System: Building Rhythms That Restore Your Body | Sleep Hygiene
November 19, 2025

Your Sleep Operating System: Building Rhythms That Restore Your Body | Sleep Hygiene

At Method Fitness, we believe better sleep starts with simple, consistent habits. By limiting light, creating a calming routine, and giving your brain clear cues for rest, you can improve your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep naturally—without relying on melatonin.

Your Brain’s Night Shift: How Sleep Fuels Focus and Recovery | Sleep Hygiene
November 12, 2025

Your Brain’s Night Shift: How Sleep Fuels Focus and Recovery | Sleep Hygiene

Sleep isn’t just rest — it’s an active process where your brain cleans itself, consolidates memory, and restores balance throughout your nervous system. Yet modern habits like late-night screen time can throw that system off. Learn the science behind sleep hygiene and two simple ways to get your best rest.

Caffeine: Your Everyday Energy Partner (And How to Use It Right)
October 14, 2025

Caffeine: Your Everyday Energy Partner (And How to Use It Right)

Caffeine doesn’t just wake you up — it powers your workouts too. From improving focus and endurance to increasing muscle contraction and heart performance, caffeine is one of the most studied and effective ergogenic aids out there. But knowing when and how to use it makes all the difference between energy and exhaustion.

Stay Energized, Recover Faster, See Results: Simple Nutrition for Training Days
September 16, 2025

Stay Energized, Recover Faster, See Results: Simple Nutrition for Training Days

Strength training doesn’t start with the first rep—it starts in the kitchen. The way you fuel before and after training can mean the difference between dragging through a session and dominating it with strength, focus, and resilience. With the right balance of carbs, protein, and hydration, you’ll recover faster, lift stronger, and see progress not just in the gym, but in how you feel every day.

166 Hours: How Are You Training the Rest of Your Week?
September 9, 2025

166 Hours: How Are You Training the Rest of Your Week?

You spend 2–3 hours a week in the gym. That leaves 165–166 hours where your daily choices matter most. What you do outside the gym often determines whether your hard work translates into real strength, health, and resilience. At M2, we focus on lifting heavy and breathing hard — building muscle, boosting cardiovascular health, and preparing your body for life, not just workouts. The gym is the practice field. Life is the game. Make the other 166 hours count.

Is Stretching Relevant? Mobility & Flexibility Explained
August 19, 2025

Is Stretching Relevant? Mobility & Flexibility Explained

Mobility is a prerequisite for life. However, especially in the United States, we are surrounded by convenience, luxury, and quick fixes. If you aren’t doing exercises to improve both mobility and flexibility, you are not getting the most out of your training program.

Arlington Named America’s Fittest City in 2025 for the Eighth Year in a Row!
July 31, 2025

Arlington Named America’s Fittest City in 2025 for the Eighth Year in a Row!

For the eighth consecutive year, Arlington, Virginia has been crowned the Fittest City in America according to researchers with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and Elevance Health Foundation

Why Does Your Trainer Keep Talking About Protein?
July 31, 2025

Why Does Your Trainer Keep Talking About Protein?

Proteins are made up of a smaller unit called amino acids. Your body uses amino acids to build and repair tissues, make enzymes and hormones, and support your immune system. Certain amino acids can be made by your body, but others called essential amino acids must be obtained through consuming different foods and drinks. Foods like meat, eggs, fish, dairy, soy, and quinoa are called complete proteins because they contain all the essential amino acids your body is unable to produce.

Core Competency: The Movements That Matter
July 15, 2025

Core Competency: The Movements That Matter

When it comes to exercise selection, we focus on the movements that matter most—those that build real-world strength, resilience, and carryover to everyday life. If you’ve trained with us for more than a week, you’ve likely seen the usual suspects: squats, deadlifts, presses, pulls, and carries.

The Secret to Aging Well — Why Strength Improves Your Quality of Life
June 18, 2025

The Secret to Aging Well — Why Strength Improves Your Quality of Life

Why Strength Improves Your Quality of Life

Multivitamins: Health Boost or Hype?
May 20, 2025

Multivitamins: Health Boost or Hype?

Do You Need a Multivitamin? Here's the Research

Stress: The Hidden Roadblock to Your Progress
April 16, 2025

Stress: The Hidden Roadblock to Your Progress

You can follow the perfect training program, hit your macros, and show up consistently — but if you're carrying a heavy mental load, it could be slowing your progress more than you realize.

Maximizing your Gains: A Beginner's Guide on How to Use Creatine
March 18, 2025

Maximizing your Gains: A Beginner's Guide on How to Use Creatine

Maximizing your Gains: A Beginner's Guide on How to Use Creatine

Non-Diet Nutrition Goals for the New Year
January 20, 2025

Non-Diet Nutrition Goals for the New Year

As the New Year rolls around, many people focus on resolutions tied to weight loss or restrictive dieting. But what if, instead, you focused on goals that fuel your body, enhance performance, and build sustainable habits? For those of us who enjoy strength training—or are ready to start—nutrition plays a key role in maximizing progress and achieving a healthier, stronger version of yourself.Why Non-Diet Goals MatterDiet culture often leads to cycles of restriction and burnout. By setting non-die

Shoes: Every Tool Has a Purpose
December 12, 2024

Shoes: Every Tool Has a Purpose

What shoes should I wear to workout?

Sleep!
October 16, 2024

Sleep!

We'd like to talk a little bit about a couple of habits for improving sleep quality! We recently talked about what rest is scientifically an

Fuel Your Fitness: The Colorful World of Fruits and Veggies
September 17, 2024

Fuel Your Fitness: The Colorful World of Fruits and Veggies

How to get in more fruits & veggies!

Rest
August 17, 2024

Rest

What is rest and why dose it matter?

Are You Getting Enough Magnesium?
July 19, 2024

Are You Getting Enough Magnesium?

Are you getting enough magnesium? Learn the benefits, recommend intake, and notable food sources of this vital nutrient.

Nourishing Lunch Ideas for Busy Schedules
June 18, 2024

Nourishing Lunch Ideas for Busy Schedules

I've got you covered with quick and easy, nutrient-packed lunch ideas that are perfect for busy schedules.

Can You Get Enough Protein with Plant-based Foods?
May 15, 2024

Can You Get Enough Protein with Plant-based Foods?

Can You Get Enough Protein with Plant-based Foods?

Are My Emotional Eating Habits Bad for Me?
April 19, 2024

Are My Emotional Eating Habits Bad for Me?

Emotional eating habits

Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal of the Day?
March 22, 2024

Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal of the Day?

Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?

Should You Supplement With Collagen?
March 1, 2024

Should You Supplement With Collagen?

Should you start taking collagen? Find out if there's validity to this supplement and if it can help you with weight management.

How to Choose the Best Breakfast Cereals According to a Dietitian
January 17, 2024

How to Choose the Best Breakfast Cereals According to a Dietitian

How to choose best breakfast cereal

Navigating Nutrition During the Holidays
November 21, 2023

Navigating Nutrition During the Holidays

Learn how to not feel overwhelmed with nutrition around the holiday season!

Ghoulishly Delightful, Yet Nutritious, Halloween Recipes
October 20, 2023

Ghoulishly Delightful, Yet Nutritious, Halloween Recipes

In this blog, we’ll share 10 different nutritious & delicious Halloween recipes that are sure to impress both kids and adults!

Is Dietary DNA-testing Testing Worth the Hype?
September 20, 2023

Is Dietary DNA-testing Testing Worth the Hype?

Learn more about Dietary DNA testing to see if you would benefit from finding out how your specific genes will respond to certain foods.

Trader Joe's Meal Guide
August 24, 2023

Trader Joe's Meal Guide

You love Trader Joe's...we get it. Here's a guide on what to buy from there.

Meal Planning
July 20, 2023

Meal Planning

Meal planning is a fantastic tool to use to embed structure in your weekly nutrition - learn more here!

Nutrition Tips During Travel
June 2, 2023

Nutrition Tips During Travel

A guide with nutrition tips to not losing all your hard-earned progress when traveling.

What's In Your Smoothie?
May 3, 2023

What's In Your Smoothie?

Explore some great smoothie recipe options to supplement your personal training!

Getting Sleep for Max Gains
April 7, 2023

Getting Sleep for Max Gains

This is not an article to convince you why sleeping is important. It's steps to show you how to do it.

How Metabolism Affects Weight Loss
March 9, 2023

How Metabolism Affects Weight Loss

Learn how metabolism really affects weight loss and what you can do to influence it.

What to Expect from Personal Training
May 23, 2022

What to Expect from Personal Training

It can be tough to know what to look for in a personal trainer. With no frame of reference, you are pretty much left with assessing their credentials through certifications (which don’t tell the whole story), referrals & reviews, or maybe even their physical appearance…if they look the part then they probably know what they’re doing, right??First LookBefore even booking a consultation, you can assess the personal trainer/gym by looking at their website and reading their reviews. If the reviews a

How to Measure Training Progress
March 15, 2022

How to Measure Training Progress

It can be tough to measure your strength training progress. Learn how to be specific and look at other metrics besides weight loss.

Hip Mobility Unlocked
February 17, 2022

Hip Mobility Unlocked

If you often complain of tight hips, the issue may not be solved with endless hip mobility drills. Learn a more direct approach.

A Simpler Approach to Nutrition
December 28, 2021

A Simpler Approach to Nutrition

When someone says they want to change their diet, it can lead them down an endless rabbit hole of information. Try Googling “how to lose weight” or “how to lose body fat”. You’ll feel as overwhelmed and stressed as when Google tells you that small rash on your hand could lead to *insert disease of choice.*The point here is that there are a thousand ways to go about nutrition and what the most effective way to reach your goal is. The other challenge with food is that it’s constantly present. Whil

Squats vs. Deadlifts...The Ultimate Showdown
December 10, 2021

Squats vs. Deadlifts...The Ultimate Showdown

Many refer to the deadlift as the most complex exercise with the steepest learning curve and in many ways it can be. When compared to the squat, you could argue that it is the less used movement pattern in daily life; sitting in a chair every time you are essentially squatting so that movement should be more innate, right? As likely as it is that all of us are thinking about our postural alignment when going to the potty, there is more at play here…Whichever one you do more often on a day to day

November 18, 2021

TOP 3 LOWER BACK PAIN EXERCISES

Lower back pain is often multifactorial but if you can address movement pattern improvements then you are heading in the right direction.

How to Perfect Your Deadlift
September 9, 2020

How to Perfect Your Deadlift

The deadlift is one of the most commonly incorrectly done exercises. Learn how to perfect it using these steps.

Regular Activity is Key to Healthy Aging
September 9, 2020

Regular Activity is Key to Healthy Aging

Taking care of your health is a lifelong process. It’s also no secret that good nutrition and regular exercise are the most effective tools to fight chronic disease, and for holding the key to longevity. In particular, regular exercise is necessary to retain bone mass, build muscle strength and lower the risk of fractures. Exercise is also great for improving memory and other cognitive abilities.It’s never too late to get started! Studies have shown that the benefits of a healthy lifestyle can w

Protein Intake - How Much Protein Should I Eat?
August 26, 2020

Protein Intake - How Much Protein Should I Eat?

Knowing how much protein to consume to consume can be confusing and daunting. Learn how to implement this essential nutrient daily.

20-Minute "Full Body" Dumbbell Arm Workout
August 18, 2020

20-Minute "Full Body" Dumbbell Arm Workout

Grab a pair of dumbbells and hit this "full body" arm workout that while annihilate your arms, also hitting every other muscle in your body.

Lower Back Pain...You May Not Be Breathing Correctly
August 12, 2020

Lower Back Pain...You May Not Be Breathing Correctly

If you suffer from lower back pain it may not be that you have a weak core, you may not know how to use it.

"Good" vs. "Bad" Fat Sources
August 5, 2020

"Good" vs. "Bad" Fat Sources

Eating all the right things but still not losing weight? You may be sabotaging your own progress.

Lifting Weights...On Your Own
July 29, 2020

Lifting Weights...On Your Own

If you don't feel comfortable lifting weights on you own, then it's time to take steps to overcoming that fear.

Sport-Specific Training: Swimming
July 22, 2020

Sport-Specific Training: Swimming

Have you recently begun to swim more since summer started? Here is a perfect strength workout for you to compliment all those laps.

15-Minute Ab/Core Routine
July 13, 2020

15-Minute Ab/Core Routine

While no routine will ever promise you a six-pack, an effective ab circuit can be a time-efficient way to workout.

High Protein Breakfast Options
July 6, 2020

High Protein Breakfast Options

Not sure how to create a nutritious breakfast? Check out some ideas here.

Strength Training Warm-Up Structure
June 30, 2020

Strength Training Warm-Up Structure

Learn how to quickly and effectively warm-up to get the most of out your training.

Heading Back to The Gym Part 2
June 22, 2020

Heading Back to The Gym Part 2

A continuation from last week's about how to safely and effectively return to the lifting weights.

Heading Back to The Gym
June 15, 2020

Heading Back to The Gym

Gyms are slowly opening and you might consider heading back soon. Learn how to create an effective approach to return to lifting weights.

Passive Exercise
June 9, 2020

Passive Exercise

Everybody is experiencing much less overall activity these days. This lack of activity can have a bigger impact than you think.

Best Home Workout Equipment
June 2, 2020

Best Home Workout Equipment

Want to purchase a couple pieces of equipment to workout at home? Here is a list of the best options.

Dessert Substitutes
May 26, 2020

Dessert Substitutes

Dessert is delicious...and dangerous. Find out some healthy alternatives to satisfy that craving.

Sport-Specific Training: Running
May 21, 2020

Sport-Specific Training: Running

Love to run? Experience pain when doing so? Learn how to train to help enhance your running experience.

No Equipment At-Home Workout
May 6, 2020

No Equipment At-Home Workout

Stuck at home with no workout equipment? Here is a carefully crafted workout for anyone to try.

Special Edition #2: COVID-19
April 30, 2020

Special Edition #2: COVID-19

Some tips on how to keep your mind busy during these challenging times.

Strategies for Staying Fit This Summer
April 21, 2020

Strategies for Staying Fit This Summer

When summer’s here, the time is right for…just about any kind of outdoor activity you can imagine! This is the season where you can typically find it easier to get moving and get in shape, but along with those great goals come some basic precautions. So what’s your pleasure? Open the door and step outside to walk, swim, run, hike or enjoy team sports. But remember: playing too hard and too long in the sun can lead to the risk of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, which include such signs as heavy s

Top 5 At-Home Exercises
April 13, 2020

Top 5 At-Home Exercises

Learn how to get effective workouts at home without jumping all over your living room.

Healthy Recipes
April 7, 2020

Healthy Recipes

Eating healthy usually feels like it's sacrificing. It doesn't have to be if you loosen the reigns a little.

Dangers of Inactivity
March 30, 2020

Dangers of Inactivity

Chances are you're only spending 1-3 hours a week in the gym, what about the other 165+ hours?

Stretching...Is it Working?
March 23, 2020

Stretching...Is it Working?

Stretching is a common answer to "cure" feeling stiff...is it really helping you?

SPECIAL EDITION: COVID-19
March 19, 2020

SPECIAL EDITION: COVID-19

This truly is an unprecedented, confusing time to be alive. Don't forget about your health in the midst of all of this.

Time...How to Create More of It
March 9, 2020

Time...How to Create More of It

Everybody has an issue with time. Not enough of it in the day to do everything you want. Learn how to create more of it.

How to Build Muscle Mass
March 2, 2020

How to Build Muscle Mass

There is a lot of misinformation when it comes to how to build muscle mass. Let's help to clear it up and decide what will work for you.

Alcohol: How to Account for It
February 25, 2020

Alcohol: How to Account for It

Alcohol is a huge part of our society, and that's okay! It just needs to be accounted for, and not dismissed as negligible.

Changing Natural Tendencies: Mindset
February 17, 2020

Changing Natural Tendencies: Mindset

Say it again and again. Consistency is the most important factor to progress. Change your natural tendencies.

Shoulder & Neck Pain
February 10, 2020

Shoulder & Neck Pain

Shoulder pain can be very difficult to pinpoint. Simply put, you have been doing something incorrectly long-term and need to correct it.

Finding Your "Ideal" Workout...Consistency > Perfection
February 3, 2020

Finding Your "Ideal" Workout...Consistency > Perfection

How do you pick the best workout for you? By asking yourself what you can honestly stick to.

5 Exercise Workout - Short & Sweet
January 27, 2020

5 Exercise Workout - Short & Sweet

5 of the most comprehensive, effective exercises in a condense, but challenging workout to give you a nice change-up to your routine.

80/20 Nutrition Guideline
January 20, 2020

80/20 Nutrition Guideline

Tracking food may not be the answer to losing weight for you. Learn a trick to implement to help you be more conscious of your food intake.

Coming Off of an Injury: Mindset
January 13, 2020

Coming Off of an Injury: Mindset

Dealing with injuries flat out sucks. Learn how to manage your return to exercise and learn from previous mistakes.

How to Track Your Food
January 7, 2020

How to Track Your Food

An introduction into how to determine your daily caloric/macronutrient intake.

Finding the Perfect Workout Plan
January 1, 2020

Finding the Perfect Workout Plan

How to develop the best workout plan for your specific goals.

Holidays & Cold Weather Seasons
December 23, 2019

Holidays & Cold Weather Seasons

The holidays and colder months bring about good company, good food, and often enough, a decline in consistency with training and nutrition.

How to Read a Nutrition Label
December 16, 2019

How to Read a Nutrition Label

There are a lot of claims made on food labels. Take a deeper dive into sorting through what's real and what's not.

Stay in Shape While Traveling
December 9, 2019

Stay in Shape While Traveling

Traveling out of town for work or other reasons can be a huge deterrent to progress. Plan ahead, stay disciplined, and you will be fine.

Lower Back Pain
December 2, 2019

Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is very common across all ages and activity levels. Becoming more aware of your body is the first step to alleviating pain.

How to Meal Prep
November 25, 2019

How to Meal Prep

A guide on how to find what version of "meal prep" works for you.

New to Working Out - Momentum
November 19, 2019

New to Working Out - Momentum

Keeping it real with maintaining momentum of working out/eating well after the initial novelty has worn off.

Nutrition Overview - Macronutrients
November 19, 2019

Nutrition Overview - Macronutrients

An overview of what goes into a calorie and a way to help you be a little more conscious of food.

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