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The Biggest Assessment Mistakes Personal Trainers Make
After 30 years in the fitness industry, I’ve seen the same assessment mistakes repeated again and again. Many personal trainers overcomplicate the process with endless screens and diagnostics. In this article, I explain the most common assessment mistakes and how trainers can simplify their approach while still gathering the information they need.
My Morning Mimosa
Having citrus juice with a bit of added salt first thing in the morning is one of the best things you can do for your
Three Options for Low-Pulley Knee-Ins
In most gyms, you’ll see people doing knee-ins with a medicine ball or dumbbell held between their feet. While that adds resistance, it also forces
Nourished by Each Other’s Company
My cousin Charles and his family came up to the cottage this past weekend. It was great to see them. I can’t even remember the
My 6 A.M. Medicine Ball Ritual
When the weather cooperates, I love getting outside for some early morning conditioning. Pretty much every Saturday from May to September, the fun kicks off
Reciprocity Training: Wrist Flexion and Extension
Here’s a neat training method that can instantly boost your strength by up to 10%. Learn how and why it works in Reciprocity Training Revisited.
Reciprocity Training: Shoulder Flexion and Extension
Here’s a clever training technique that can boost your strength instantly by up to 10%. Curious how it works? Dive into the details in Reciprocity
Reciprocity Training: Elbow Flexion and Extension
Here’s a simple but powerful training method that can boost your strength instantly by up to 10%. Want to know how it works? Get the
Reciprocity Training: Alternating Dumbbell Curls
Looking for a simple trick to boost your strength by up to 10%—instantly? This unique training method taps into neuromuscular science to give you an
Reciprocity Training Revisited
Back in the March ’98 issue of Muscle Media, strength coach Charles Poliquin introduced a unique form of training that involved flexion of one limb
Not All Wheat Is Created Equal
Gluten is the villain these days. It’s been linked to many health-related issues and the general recommendation is to stay away from foods that contain
My First Time in Print
On August 25, 1999, I appeared on Breakfast Television, a popular morning show in Toronto. As luck would have it, the editor-in-chief of Flare Magazine
Timing of Concurrent Training
Aerobic and resistance exercise don’t mix… or do they? Contrary to popular belief, combining cardio and strength training—known as concurrent training—can be beneficial. It all
Calcium: Man’s Cure, Woman’s Poison
Calcium supplementation is one man’s cure and another man’s poison. Actually, it’s a cure for many men, but a poison for many women—and it all
Bodywork for Weight Lifters
Every seasoned weight lifter should incorporate bodywork into their restoration regimen. It’s a crucial element for staying strong, mobile, and injury-free. I personally work with
Accelerate Post-Surgery Healing
Utilizing vitamin IV drips before and after surgery can greatly enhance the healing process. I learned this from Dr. Fred Hui, a practitioner of integrative
Top 8 Injections That Heal Injuries (Updated)
When you think of getting an injection to deal with an injury, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Most likely, it’s a cortisone
Glutes Like Calabrese Bread
If it looks right, it flies right! I once heard a great comment from Yusuf Omar, a colleague from York University and a technical consultant
How to Balance Your Triceps Development
If you want to fully develop a muscle, you must train it from all angles with a variety of set and rep schemes, incorporating both
6 Spotting Rules for Personal Trainers
There’s an art and science to spotting. Go to any gym and watch how personal trainers spot their clients—it quickly becomes clear that many have
Are You a Carnivore or Vegetarian?
There’s no “one size fits all” when it comes to the ideal diet. Everyone is different. Some people fare best on a meat-based diet, while