Skip to content

Chris Gates Fitness

Menu
  • Online Fitness Coaching
    • Coaching Application Form
    • Client Testimonials
  • Articles
    • Training
    • Nutrition
  • Podcast
  • About
  • Calorie Calculator
  • Training Camp
    • Training Camp: Members Only

Category: Training

If You’re Not Sore After a Workout, Was It Even Effective?

August 5, 2025
| No Comments
| Training
If You’re Not Sore After a Workout, Was It Even Effective?

Is soreness the sign of a good workout, or is that just a myth? In this article, I break down what muscle soreness really means, why it’s not the best way to measure workout effectiveness, and what you should be paying attention to instead.

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Build Muscle, DOMS, Muscle Growth, Muscle Recovery, Muscle Soreness, Strength Training

How to Lose the Last Few Pounds Around Your Waistline

July 22, 2025
| No Comments
| Nutrition, Training
How to lose the last few pounds around your waist

Why is it so hard to lose the last 5 pounds — especially around your waistline? In this article, I break down one of the most common frustrations in fat loss: getting leaner, only to hit a wall right before the finish line.

Read More »

Posted in Nutrition, Training Tagged Calorie Deficit, Diet Fatigue, Fat Loss, Lose Weight, Step Count, Strength Training, Weight Loss

When Should You Add Weight to Your Lifts?

July 1, 2025
| No Comments
| Training
When Should You Add Weight to Your Lifts?

f you’re trying to build strength, improve your physique, or get the most out of your workouts… at some point, you’re going to ask this question: “How do I know when it’s time to add more weight to my lifts?”

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Lifting Weights, Progressive Overload, Strength Training

10 Insanely Simple Tips to Build Muscle in 2025

December 30, 2024
| No Comments
| General, Nutrition, Training
10 Insanely Simple Tips to Build Muscle in 2025

I know there are a million different exercises, workout routines, nutritional programs, and more you can choose from to “get jacked.” And it probably feels nearly impossible to figure out which advice is legit, and which advice bad.

But have no fear! In this article I’m going to outline 10 insanely simple tips you can use to build muscle in 2025.

Read More »

Posted in General, Nutrition, Training Tagged Build Muscle, Compound Exercises, Muscle Gain, Muscle Growth, Progressive Overload, Protein, Reps in Reserve, Rest Days, Sleep, Training Volume

Is Cardio or Weights Better for Losing Weight?

November 12, 2024
| No Comments
| Training
Is Cardio or Weights Better for Losing Weight?

In this article, I’ll break down the the pros and cons of both cardio and lifting weights so that you can put together a weight loss plan that works! Along the way, we’ll cover the crucial role of a calorie deficit, dispel common misconceptions about weight loss, and MUCH more.

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Calorie Deficit, Cardio, Fat Loss, Lifting Weights, Lose Weight, Losing Weight, Spot-Reducing Fat, Strength Training, Weight Loss, Workout Schedule

Progressive Overload: The Secret to Burning Fat and Building Muscle

October 22, 2024
| No Comments
| Training
Progressive Overload, the secret to fat loss

The principle of progressive overload is key to build muscle and burn fat. And that’s what we’re going to talk about in this article.

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Body Composition, Build Muscle, Fat Loss, Muscle Growth, Progressive Overload, Strength Training, Time Under Tension

How to Build A Sustainable Workout Routine

October 8, 2024
| No Comments
| Training
How to Build a Sustainable Workout Routine

The workout program that works best is always the one you can follow consistently. Here’s how to build a sustainable workout routine.

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Consistency, Flexible Workouts, Muscle Recovery, Sustainable Fitness, Sustainable Workouts, Workout Routine

The Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle: Maximizing Your Progress

September 9, 2024
| No Comments
| Nutrition, Training
The Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle

Learn all the information you need to build MASSIVE amounts of muscle in the ultimate guide to building muscle.

Read More »

Posted in Nutrition, Training Tagged Build Muscle, Calorie Surplus, Muscle Growth, Progressive Overload, Protein, Rest Days, Sleep

How to Find Time to Exercise As A Busy Parent

December 11, 2023
| No Comments
| Training
How to Find Time to Exercise as a Busy Parent

Let’s break down 9 techniques on how to find time to exercise as a busy parent so you can stay healthy for you, and for your family.

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Bilateral Exercises, Busy Schedule, Exercise, Muscle Recovery, MYOREPS, Sleep, Strength Training, Supersets, Total Body Workouts, Workout Program

How to Get Heavy Dumbbells Into Position Easily

October 9, 2023
| No Comments
| Training
How to Get Heavy Dumbbells Into Position Easily

In this article, I’m going to teach you exactly how to get heavy dumbbells into position so that you can continue to make progress with lifting weights.

Read More »

Posted in Training Tagged Bench Press, Chest Press, Dumbbells, Shoulder Press, Strength Training

Posts pagination

1 2 … 12 Next

Recent Posts:

  • How Dan Lost 65 Pounds as a Busy Dad — and Rebuilt His Confidence, Strength, and Lifestyle
  • February 2025: Foundational Strength 2
  • From Burnout to Balance: Ryan’s 80-Pound Transformation
  • Jeff Rodgers: From 353 Pounds to Strong, Confident, and Consistent
  • From Overwhelmed to Consistent & Confident: How Nate Lost 27 Pounds & Took Back Control of His Health

Newsletter:

Subscribe

* indicates required
  • Chris Gates Fitness
  • Online Fitness Coaching
  • Coaching Application Form
  • Articles
  • Podcast
  • About Me
  • Mailing List — FREE Program!

Chris Gates Fitness 2026 . Powered by WordPress