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Why METH Beats RICE for Injury Recovery: Science Finally Catches Up
Back in 2012, I introduced a controversial—but far more effective—approach to treating soft-tissue injuries. The acronym? METH, which stands for: At the time, the gold
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
I Wear My Sunglasses at Night
Corey Hart may have been onto something with his ’80s hit Sunglasses at Night. Believe it or not, wearing sunglasses after sunset might actually be
The Lost Serrano Interview (Part 2)
Supplement Periodization JP: Let’s discuss the concept of supplement periodization. What specific supplements would you recommend during a strength phase, power phase, hypertrophy phase, and
The Lost Serrano Interview (Part 1)
I’ve posted two interviews with Dr. Eric Serrano in the past, and not too long ago, I found a third one on my hard drive
Old-School Bodybuilding Supplement
Liver tablets were once a staple among old-school bodybuilders, but their popularity faded toward the end of the 20th century. That’s unfortunate because this forgotten
My First Muscle Magazine
I have hundreds of old muscle magazines tucked away in storage, but the one that started it all for me was the December 1985 issue
Wearing Shoulders Too Low
Most people “wear their shoulders too low,” according to Dr. Shirley Sahrmann, author of Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement Impairment Syndromes. At an Ontario Kinesiology
You Better Work!
If your goal is to lose weight fast and look like an actress, I have news for you—dramatic results don’t happen overnight! A serious transformation
A Quick Bedtime Snack
When people ask me what supplements to take for a joint-related injury, I have several recommendations—proteolytic enzymes, hyaluronic acid, and bamboo silica, to name a
4 Muscular Endurance Goals for the New Year
Many strength athletes are creatures of habit. They do the same thing day in and day out. They get big, they get strong, and sometimes
Resources for Personal Trainers
Your worth as a personal trainer is directly proportional to your knowledge. If you want to succeed in this industry, you need to allocate time
The Choices You Make in 2016
Every day, we make thousands of choices—some big, some small—and every one of them can influence our lives. Even the most minor decision can have
Looking Forward to Another Exciting and Productive Year
On January 19, 2015, I posted the first blog entry of the year, and here we are today—12 months and 225 posts later. Our readership