About John Paul

John Paul Catanzaro, BSc Kin, CSEP-CEP, CSEP-HPS, is a CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist and a CSEP High Performance Specialist with a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Health Science. He owns and operates a private training facility in Richmond Hill, Ontario. In 1996, John Paul opened a personal training studio at his home in Toronto, Ontario. With vision and passion, the business quickly grew and the word got out: “If you want to get in shape, go see this guy!” Now located in Richmond Hill, Ontario, the business boasts a state-of-the-art training facility and a waiting list of clients. John Paul founded The Catanzaro Group in 2004 with divisions in fitness, nutrition, supplements, lifestyle, seminars, and publishing. In 2010, Catanzaro Supplements was introduced, a new line of nutritional supplements with the objective of providing high quality supplements in a convenient form at an affordable rate. Over the years, John Paul has appeared on television and has written articles for several publications, including American Academy of Health and Fitness (AAHF) Gamut eJournal, Bodybuilding.com, Bodybuilding Italia, canfitpro Magazine, Coaching One-On-One, Dolfzine, FitCommerce, Fitness Business Canada, Fitness Professional Online, Fitness Trainer, Flare, grrlAthlete.com, Intense Fitness, Men’s Health, Mercola.com, MuscleMag International, Olympian’s News, Personal Trainer Development Center, Personal Training on the Net, Planet Muscle, Quest For Advanced Condition, SelfGrowth.com, SpotMeBro.com, Testosterone (aka T-Mag.com and T-Nation.com), TheGymLifestyle.com and Wannabebig.com. His newsletters are informative and entertaining, and he has provided reviews for numerous publications, including the inaugural edition of Sport First Aid in Canada. John Paul has authored six books, The Elite Trainer (2011), Mass Explosion (2013), The Business of Personal Training (2014), The Warm-Up (2016), Lean and Mean (2017), and Invincible (2022), and has released two DVDs, Stretching for Strengthening (2003) and Warm-Up to Strength Training (2005), which have sold copies worldwide, featured in several magazines, and been endorsed by industry-leading experts. John Paul has also released four webinars, Strength Training Parameters and Program Design (2013), Body Composition Strategies (2013), The Business of Personal Training (2014), and Injury Prevention Strategies for Aging Athletes (2016), providing the latest cutting-edge information to fitness professionals. Throughout his career, John Paul has consulted for various corporations. He’s worked with law enforcement personnel and has contributed to the Toronto Police Service health and wellness program. John Paul has worked with bodybuilders, fitness models, athletes, and coaches ranging from amateur ranks to national-level caliber. John Paul is one of the premier trainers in Canada. Building a reputation for getting his clients in top shape quickly, his expertise has not gone unnoticed by other health practitioners who attend his private studio regularly for instruction. John Paul has attracted the attention of various fitness-related organizations seeking lectures and workshops. The list includes canfitpro, Certified Professional Trainers Network, Granite Club, Masters Swimming Canada, Ontario Kinesiology Association, Ontario Society for Health and Fitness, Toronto Cricket Skating and Curling Club, and more. Those who experience his presentations have dubbed him “the man with an encyclopedic mind.”

If you’re dealing with nagging aches or full-blown injuries, BPC-157 might be the secret weapon you’ve been looking for. As I explained in Top 8 Injections That Heal Injuries, BPC-157 is a powerful peptide with impressive regenerative properties. It’s becoming increasingly popular behind the scenes among serious lifters and athletes for one simple reason—it works!…

Whey protein is an excellent post-workout option—but that doesn’t mean you need to drink a shake. You can eat your whey instead! Ricotta cheese is rich in whey protein. Think of the classic nursery rhyme: curds and whey. In that analogy, cottage cheese is the curds, and ricotta cheese is the whey. Growing up, we…

Looking to spark new growth in your forearms? Try wrist curls behind your back. This variation emphasizes a strong contraction of the forearm flexors and encourages strict form by limiting momentum. Just grab a barbell behind your back and curl your wrists upward under control—simple but brutally effective. For even more forearm training variety, check…

Want a quick, powerful pre-workout kick that doesn’t involve fancy supplements? Here’s a simple recipe from Dr. Eric Serrano that’ll get you buzzing in the gym:Take a tablespoon of honey and mix it with either some coffee grounds or your favorite coffee. Stir it well, pop it in your mouth, and hold it there for…

We all know by now that active recovery is better than passive recovery. It’s better to keep moving between sets than to sit on your butt. Physically, it helps flush out waste products, prevent blood pooling and lightheadedness, and keep you warm. Mentally, it keeps you focused and motivated. Moving between sets is one aspect…

One of the most effective ways to structure a strength training session is by pairing exercises for antagonist (opposite) muscle groups or movement patterns. This method not only saves time but also enhances performance and recovery between sets. Today’s workout featured two antagonist exercise pairings: A SeriesA1. Standing Military PressA2. Semi-Pronated-Grip Pull-Up B SeriesB1. Standing…

Want to ramp up the challenge of your push-up routine? Try Neuro-Grip push-ups! This unique tool increases the instability of a standard push-up, forcing your wrists, forearms, shoulders, and core to work overtime. It’s like doing push-ups on stilts! Neuro-Grip push-ups are great for enhancing wrist stability, joint integrity, and neuromuscular coordination. They also help…

Chin-ups are one of the toughest upper-body exercises—especially for women. In fact, the average number of chin-ups a female can perform is zero. Why is that? Sure, a lack of strength and excess body fat are common culprits, but the biggest limiting factor is often perception. Many women believe they can’t do a chin-up… and…

Here’s a circuit training workout I put together with a specific purpose in mind: to target key muscle groups through precise exercise selection and execution. Each exercise in this circuit serves a distinct function: If you’re curious about the emphasis on scapular elevation—particularly through the paused chin-ups and shrugs—be sure to read My Pterodactyl Wings….

Give the hanging-band 90/90 split squat a try. This advanced variation ramps up stabilizer activity from the core down—so check your ego at the door and avoid going too heavy! The key to performing this movement correctly is to lower your back knee straight down, rather than driving the front knee forward. Descend until the…