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The 10-Minute Tendon Protocol: How to Build Stronger, Injury-Proof Tissue
Most athletes train muscles. The smart ones train tendons. The problem? Tendons don’t give you warning signs. There’s no such thing as delayed-onset tendon soreness.
Don’t Let an Injury Stand in Your Way
A few years ago, I shared the story of Arzhang and his horrific fall off Mt. Aconcagua in the Southern Andes. Through hard work and
The 30-Minute Digital Time Rule: Push-Ups
My son is a wizard when it comes to digital devices. Hand him an iPhone, iPad, or iMac and he’s right at home. But as
Interval Training for Children
When it comes to kids and exercise, fun is the key! If you can turn physical activity into a game, you’ll build lifelong habits and
Three Exercises That Beat Boring Planks
The front plank is a popular exercise to promote core stability. Sure, it has its benefits—and yes, there are ways to make it more difficult—but
Superman Back Extension
A great antagonist movement for abdominal exercises like Ab 45s and the Reclining Field Goal is the Superman Back Extension. It’s best performed on a
Reclining Field Goal
I discovered this unique abdominal exercise about a decade ago in the e-book The Bodybuilding Truth by Nelson Montana. According to Montana, abdominal development is
Ab 45s
I first came across this exercise in the book Underground Secrets to Faster Running by Barry Ross. No matter how strong you think your core
How to Prevent a Long Night Without Sleep
Exercising too close to bedtime can mess up your sleep. It keeps your body in a sympathetic “fight or flight” mode when it should be
Chest and Back Superset
Here’s a “super” combo to finish off your upper-body workout: pair the standing cable crossover with the bent-over dumbbell lateral raise. Perform 3 sets of
Full Squats with Chains
Different strokes for different folks—I prefer high-bar, ass-to-grass squats. If you’re not accustomed to full squats, using chains can help by reducing the load at
Wobble Board Push-Ups
Here’s a way to make push-ups more challenging: place your hands on a wobble board, elevate your feet on a step, and wear a weighted
Stop Scratching Your Shoulder Scab
If you constantly scratch the scab, you’ll never heal. That applies to any injury, but it’s especially true for shoulder injuries. The shoulder is the
A Good Problem for a Personal Trainer
Over the past week, I’ve run into a problem—a good problem, mind you—but a problem nonetheless. Four former clients want to return to training. The
Paused Close-Neutral-Grip Chin-Ups (5 Sets)
Paused reps can be a game-changer in your training. By deliberately stopping at key points during a lift, you reduce momentum, reinforce proper technique, and
Personal Training for Couples (Part 2)
Now it’s Barb’s turn to train upper body while Terry works his lower body. Strategic program design allows both of them to push hard in
Personal Training for Couples (Part 1)
While Terry focuses on upper-body strength, Barb targets her lower body with personalized training that suits her needs and past injuries. This is a great
Personal Training for Couples
Meet Barb and Terry. This husband-and-wife duo began training with me in November of 2017. Despite having different health histories and training goals, they wanted
How to Speed Up the Healing of a Buckle Fracture
Last week, my son suffered a buckle fracture during karate and now has to wear a splint for a month. We’re going to try to
My Thoughts on Intermittent Fasting
I worked hard for every ounce of muscle I’ve built over the years, and I’m not keen on losing any of it. That’s why I’m
Periodization of Rice
Nutrition Tip: In the winter, stick with white rice to help put on size and strength. As summer approaches, transition to wild rice or cauliflower