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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.
A Great Triceps Exercise
One of my favorite exercises for the triceps is the 60º Incline EZ-Bar Triceps Extension. I picked this one up from Randy Roach, the author
Tips for Bent-Over Rows
Do you start off in the proper position when doing bent-over rows but end up more upright by the end of the set? You can
A Better Way to Do Glute Pull-Throughs
The glute pull-through is a great exercise for the hip extensors. When using a cable, however, clients often tend to hyperextend the spine and overuse
Cable Pull-Through
The glute pull-through is a great exercise for the hip extensors. When using a cable, though, clients often have a tendency to hyperextend the spine
Bent-Over Row Tip #2
Do you start off in the proper position when doing bent-over rows but end up upright by the end? You can stop that from happening
Bent-Over Row Tip #1
Do you start your bent-over rows in the proper position but end up nearly upright by the final rep? You’re not alone—and there’s an easy
Band Pull-Through + Semi-Stiff-Leg Deadlift
The glute pull-through is a highly effective exercise for developing the hip extensors—especially the glutes. While the traditional cable variation can lead to hyperextension of
Band Pull-Through
The glute pull-through is a great exercise to target the hip extensors, especially the glutes and hamstrings. When performed with a cable machine, however, many
Hanging-Band Back Squat
Just gave this a try for the first time — and I have to say, it’s a unique stimulus. I like it! The hanging-band method
Let Iron Food Be Thy Medicine
Due to a rare form of bone marrow cancer, my mother has to get blood work every two weeks. One of the key markers they
How Personal Trainers Earn 50-70% More Per Session
We always tell potential clients that “you can’t put a price tag on your health,” but let’s face it—the biggest drawback to personal training is
How to Design a Two-Person Body Composition Program
Training two clients at once—especially a couple with similar goals—can be both effective and profitable when done right. In this video, I’ll walk you through
Better Than a Condom?
I get asked all sorts of health-related questions on a daily basis. Many people are searching for natural alternatives to the conventional medical approach. One
Carbs, Caffeine, and Training: A New Approach for Muscle Growth
Constant learning and experimentation are what I’m all about. I love trying out different methods from various sources, then tweaking those protocols to meet the
Thick-Bar Chin-Ups
Thick-bar training can be useful for martial artists—just don’t overdo it. It has the potential to cause tendinitis if used too frequently. Sixteen-year-old Aiden is
Pick the Fruit While Others Study the Roots
I read research papers on a regular basis. It helps me stay current in the field, but my approach to personal training is based first
Exercise Equipment That Lasts a Lifetime
Take a look at the photo below—that’s a client’s home gym. He and his wife have trained with me for over 20 years. At first,
Sumo Deadlifts With Straps
Here’s 32-year-old Natasha performing sumo-style deadlifts with 135 pounds: Want the full backstory? Check out I Can’t Deadlift That Weight.
Sumo Deadlifts No Straps
Here’s 32-year-old Natasha performing sumo-style deadlifts with 135 pounds—no straps required. Want the full backstory? Check out I Can’t Deadlift That Weight.
I Can’t Deadlift That Weight
On August 13, 2016, I was hired by Natasha, a 30-year-old dentist who had never touched a barbell in her life. Her goal was to