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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.
Eat Your Protein First
You’ve heard the saying, “The more you do, the more you get done.” Every year, I like to load up my plate with as many
Do You Find Strength Workouts Boring?
Most people would agree that static stretching and aerobic training are boring. Personally, those activities are like watching paint dry! I find strength training far
My Homemade Poliquin Rack
Most people add to their wardrobe at least once a year. I like to add to my arsenal of muscle-building weapons. This year, for instance,
Keeping Up With Current and Not-So-Current Research (Part 4)
Research can provide important information to health and fitness professionals, but trying to keep up with it all can be overwhelming. Not to worry—I’ve done
Keeping Up With Current and Not-So-Current Research (Part 3)
Research can provide important information to health and fitness professionals, but trying to keep up with it all can be overwhelming. Not to worry—I’ve done
Keeping Up With Current and Not-So-Current Research (Part 2)
Research can provide valuable information to health and fitness professionals, but trying to keep up with it all can be overwhelming. Not to worry—I’ve done
Keeping Up With Current and Not-So-Current Research (Part 1)
Research can provide valuable insights for health and fitness professionals, but trying to keep up with it all can be overwhelming! Not to worry—I’ve done
Money Is One Thing. Lifestyle Is Everything!
Recently, a client approached me with a dilemma: he was offered a lucrative new job and wasn’t sure whether to take it. For context, this
Perfect Fit Television Show – January 11, 2007
Here’s a sneak peek of my appearance on the Perfect Fit television show that aired on January 11, 2007. Want to see the full episode?
Perfect Fit Television Show – November 9, 2006
Here’s a sneak peek of my appearance on the Perfect Fit television show, which originally aired on November 9, 2006. Want to watch the full
How to Build Wider Shoulders
Want broader shoulders that stand out? Here are some quick, effective tips to help you improve your delts and enhance your V-taper. Watch the video
Full Circle with Siff, Di Pasquale, and Serrano
I’ve had the honour of spending time with—and learning from—some of the best in the business. Three names that stand out are Drs. Mel Siff,
Why Does Coffee Make My Stomach Hurt?
Coffee offers a long list of benefits. It’s good for the heart and liver, enhances cognitive and athletic performance, lowers depression, reduces the risk of
Don’t Like Breakfast? No Problem!
I swear, sometimes I go to bed at night dreaming about breakfast. I love my leftover-dinner breakfast and can’t wait to have it! But many
The Cholesterol Rant
Is dietary cholesterol really the villain it’s made out to be? In this video, I break down the myths surrounding eggs, meat, and cholesterol—along with
How to Choose a Prenatal Multivitamin
Not long ago, a couple I train was planning to start a family. Their doctor prescribed a multivitamin, and they asked for my opinion. The
Fast Relief of Ankle Pain
On Wednesday evening, my 16-year-old client Amanda came limping into the gym. She had rolled her ankle earlier that morning during a field hockey game.
Push-Ups: 21 and Counting
Push-ups are a great way to assess upper body and core muscular endurance. Both the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Canadian Society
Use Passive Methods for Active Rehab
In an interview with Stan “The Rhino” Efferding, the importance of active rehab is emphasized. Passive methods—such as massage, ultrasound, electronic muscle stimulation, Active Release
Please Help… My Son has High Cholesterol!
Here’s part of an interview I did many years ago on the topic of cholesterol. A word of warning: the message goes against the grain.