Sometimes there are workouts you “just have to get through.” That isn’t to say you should put forth less effort or walk through it mindlessly without any focus. But there are just some days where things aren’t going well or feeling right, and that’s OK. In those situations, consider the factors at play… Have you […]
Thinking about bringing this movement back into the regular routine: the pendalay row. This is such an effective mass/strength builder for the back when done correctly. The problem is, so many people do it incorrectly and sacrifice range of motion, muscle engagement, and more for the sake of “ego lifting.” Anyone can throw a ton […]
I generated positive momentum this weekend by making choices that made me feel good in the long term — not the short term. Why do we choose to do what we know we’ll regret? Why do we eat or drink things that make us feel crappy? Sure, there are some foods that taste awesome. They […]
A common topic I often find myself talking about with clients is centered around how to get stronger. For many of us, we want to get stronger but don’t know the best way to do it. It’s not simply about lifting weights, though that is important. Rather, it’s a combination of factors that, when done […]
If you lift weights consistently, chances are you’re going to live longer, look better and be more healthy. OK, it’s not as simple as that. There are more factors at play than simply, “pick up that weight and you’ll live longer!” How you’re living outside of your workouts also plays a significant role. But, research […]