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The Personal Trainer’s Blueprint for Assessments: 30 Years in the Making
In 2026, I celebrate 30 years in business as a personal trainer. That milestone didn’t come from chasing trends, copying what everyone else was doing,
A Simple Two-Step Detox
Sometimes we veer off track with our food choices, and a detox can help reset our system. Here’s a simple two-step process to get you
The Buchberger & Telle Shoulder External Rotation
The standard side-lying dumbbell external rotation primarily overloads the middle of the range of motion. If you use a resistance tube, it shifts the overload
Why You Need More Problems in Life (For Muscle Growth and Success!)
I’ve always tried to avoid problems. If a glass is near the edge of a table, I move it. If a parking spot is too
Do Fewer Sets When Necessary
In strength training, it’s wise to work up to a peak load over several workouts, then drop down a bit at the end before starting
Your Body Fat Program for Survival
Some people have black hair, some have blonde hair, and some have no hair. Some are tall, some are short. Some have dark skin, some
I Don’t Care About Continuing Education Credits
You know the golden rule: The more you learn, the more you earn! My career took off when I started attending seminars and conferences. Early
Step-Ups Develop Muscular Legs
You won’t find a better exercise for building the lower body than the squat. However, that doesn’t mean squats should be the only tool in
Leaky Skin Syndrome
Usually, a problem on the outside of the body reflects a problem on the inside. Whenever a skin issue occurs, one of the first areas
Avoid the White Devils
Resisting certain foods can be incredibly challenging, and once you give in to temptation, stopping after just one bite feels nearly impossible. Here’s why.
Boost Testosterone by Juicing
Food can have a dramatic effect on testosterone. Soy, for example, can soak up testosterone like a sponge. It increases levels of sex hormone-binding globulin
How to Plan Strength Training Programs for Maximum Results
In the presentation below, I introduce a fresh approach to structuring strength training programs: The Alternating Conjugate Periodization Model. This method optimizes strength development by
The Secret to Calf Training
One of my most popular articles to date is about calf training: The Answer for Massive Calves It’s been widely discussed in forums, and I
Keeping Up with Current Research
Staying up to date with scientific research can provide valuable insights for health and fitness professionals. If you’re a personal trainer, here are some recent
Advanced Body Composition Seminar – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (9 AM to 12 PM) in Toronto, Ontario
Without a doubt, most people hire me to help them lose weight. Of course, they want to gain muscle in the process, but their main
Lateral Raise Overload
We know that the supraspinatus plays a greater role in the first 15–30 degrees of a lateral raise, while medial deltoid activity peaks between 90–120
Revealing the Heart of the Matter
Throughout my career, I’ve encountered countless individuals who take no medication—except for a little pill to control their cholesterol levels. To most, it seems like
I Felt Like a Lion Among Deer
There I was, in the middle of a “Yin & Restorative” yoga class, standing out like a sore thumb. Dressed in a black Otomix tank
Moderate Protein Intake Is Best
When it comes to building muscle, consuming too little or too much protein isn’t the answer—a moderate intake is best. Muscle protein is constantly being
3 Methods of Circuit Training to Shed Body Fat Quickly
Circuit training is a proven strength and conditioning method where you perform a series of exercises in rotation with varying loads and equipment and minimal
Foam Rolling and Pain
Foam rolling, a popular form of self-myofascial release, is often touted for its potential benefits—one of which is reducing pain during workouts. The irony, of