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Target Your Rear Delts Like Never Before
If you’ve struggled to feel your rear delts working—or to fill in that rear delt gap—this variation of the bent-over lateral raise could be the
A Better Way to Stretch the Hamstrings
When it comes to static stretching, consistency is key. If you want real results, occasional stretching won’t cut it — frequency matters. To make meaningful
Almonds Don’t Have Breasts
Years ago, I learned a very important nutritional lesson from Dr. Eric Serrano: The best type of milk to consume is breast milk; it’s what
Strength Training Webinar – Sneak Peek
Want a behind-the-scenes look at my Strength Training Parameters and Program Design Webinar? Here’s a quick sneak peek to give you a taste of what
Freshen Your Breath
It’s been said that oral health is the window to overall health — and it’s true. Neglect your teeth and gums, and you’re inviting trouble.
Leg Curls Done Light
You’ve been told that the hamstrings are predominantly fast-twitch fibers, so for years you’ve been training them accordingly: heavy loads, low reps, explosive concentrics, and
Challenge the Establishment (Part 2)
If you’ve been spinning your wheels and going nowhere in your pursuit for optimal health and fitness, then stop! Doing something simply because you’ve been
The Evolution of a Personal Trainer
You’ve heard the classic story: He started in the mailroom and now he’s running the company! Personal training is no different than any other business
The TOFI "Skinny Fat" Syndrome
How many times have you heard your child say something along the lines of “but so-and-so eats junk food every day and they’re not fat?”
The Good and Bad of Adding Fat to Vegetables
There’s quite a bit of confusion when it comes to adding fat to vegetables. Can you cook spinach in bacon fat or melt butter on
What If I Didn’t Know CPR?
I just renewed my CPR certification this past weekend. Even though a CPR certificate is usually valid for three years, I have to renew it
How to Tighten Up Flabby Arms
If you really want to target the three-headed muscle at the back of your arm — the triceps — you need to bring out the
How to Fix a Sagging Butt
When it comes to building a firm, toned backside, it’s no secret that both nutrition and training play key roles. A healthy diet of fiber-rich,
My Favorite Coconut Snacks
My one true nutritional vice is espresso — or as our cleaning lady likes to call it, “mud.” Every day, I enjoy a double espresso
A Marketing Strategy for Personal Trainers
Looking to take your personal training business to the next level? Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll discover at The Business of Personal Training
Set Your Sights on My New Vision Formula
Grey hair, wrinkles, and a loss of muscle — all classic signs of aging. And you can add vision loss to that list as well.
Relax Your Face When You Lift Weights
Take a look at Ben Johnson’s world-record-breaking 100-meter sprint. Although temporary in the record books, his performance was nothing short of outstanding. No doubt, Ben
Lifting to Lawrence Welk
Focus on the exercise — not the music. As Randy Roach said in Episode 28 of The World of Muscle: You should be able to
20 Principles to Success in Personal Training
I’ve been in the business of personal training for 20 years, and during that time I’ve seen far too many trainers come and go. On
The Business of Personal Training and Beyond Seminar
If you plan to go to just one seminar this year, this is the one! It’s on the business of personal training, but this talk
Diabetes Gone in One Week
A couple in their mid-fifties came to see me earlier this month. They were both overweight and on a slew of medications, and they were