Unlocking the Power of the Air Squat: A Foundation for Fitness
When you think about foundational movements of the human body, what comes to mind? Walking, running, or perhaps jumping? What about squatting? The air squat is not just a powerful exercise to sculpt your legs and glutes; it is a primal human movement that you’ve been doing since childhood, even before you took your first […]
Elevate Your Upper Body Strength With The Ring Pull
Are you seeking a workout that not only challenges but transforms your upper body? Look no further than the Ring Pull. This powerful yet adaptable exercise offers a multitude of benefits, highlighting the significance of executing it with proper technique while embracing its alignment with the body’s natural motions. Steps to Perfect Your Ring Pull […]
Mastering the pull up: The Ultimate Guide to Pull-Ups for a Stronger You
Are you seeking an exercise that not only challenges your body but also propels you towards superior strength? Look no further than the Pull-Up. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll uncover the astounding benefits of mastering the Pull-Up, emphasizing the significance of executing it correctly and how it aligns with the body’s innate movements. The Anatomy […]
What’s better than a New Year’s resolution?
What’s better than a New Year’s resolution? It’s called a “SMART goal.” Here’s why resolutions aren’t always ideal: They’re usually not specific enough, they’re seldom measurable, they’re only sometimes achievable, they’re often not completely relevant, and they’re rarely time bound. In short, resolutions are generally vague. Instead, we focus on SMART goals: specific, measurable, achievable, […]
Do you have a plan?
As we start the New Year, I want to talk to you about annual planning. We do it here at the gym, and I’m sure you have an annual plan, too. It probably involves things like vacations, birthdays, major events with the kids, holiday gatherings and maybe even financial stuff. But do you have a […]
How to get stronger (without getting bigger)
This might shock a few teenage boys, but not everyone wants to get swole. I get it: packing on 30 pounds of muscle can do a lot for your self-confidence when you’re a skinny, unathletic kid. It changed my life. But it’s certainly not for everyone. Many people avoid lifting weights because they DON’T want […]
Welcome to 2024!
Welcome to 2024! Everyone knows the New Year is all about resolutions and goals. But I want to talk to you about small steps instead. I know—small steps aren’t as sexy as major lifetime achievements. But I think small steps are actually more important. When people set big goals, they often don’t have a plan […]
How to align your brain and body
Your brain knows it needs to exercise and eat better. But it would prefer that you start tomorrow. This week, I’ve shared three different strategies to get your brain and body working together to improve your longevity and health. I shared three tactics: habit stacking, the Pareto Plan, and the Connect-3 strategy. But there are […]
The ‘Connect-3’ Strategy
People who love exercise usually have two things in common: In short, people who love exercise usually have a training buddy and a coach. Building a habit is hard to do alone. But if someone else is depending on you to show up on time, you’ll do it. That person can be your spouse, but […]
Habit Stacking
If you want to start a new habit, add it to an old habit. For example, if you want to start drinking more water throughout the day, add it to things you already do: “Every time I brush my teeth, I’ll drink one glass of water.” Keep a glass beside the bathroom sink to make […]