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Mastery Over Mediocrity: Reread Great Books and Master Great Movements
In a world obsessed with novelty, we often forget the power of repetition. Whether it’s reading or training, mastery doesn’t come from dabbling—it comes from
Low-Pulley Knee-In
The supine knee-in is an effective abdominal exercise when performed correctly. In most gyms, people hold a medicine ball or dumbbell between their feet for
How To Swallow Large Pills
I just completed my CPR certification this past weekend. I have to renew it every year for one of my professional designations, and I believe
Keeping Up with Current Research (Feb)
Research provides valuable insights for health and fitness professionals. If you’re a personal trainer, here are some recent findings to help you stay ahead of
The Joint-By-Joint Superset Routine
Here’s a superset routine that targets the entire body one joint at a time. It follows a split routine where the lower body is trained
The Solution For Cellulite
Here’s some valuable information on cellulite that I picked up from nutritionist Keith Klein and his Beyond Diet Podcast. Klein is the founder and CEO
Just Get To First Base Everyday
Here’s an important message for any personal trainer interested in passive income: when it’s time to stop consuming and start producing, focus on creating multiple
How to Taper in Strength Training
Unless a planned layoff follows a training cycle, you should always taper in the final workout by performing 30–50% fewer sets than the previous session.
The Variability With Supplements
Why do some people experience great results with certain supplements while others do not? Let’s look beyond the obvious—where one person may have a greater
Dumbbell Side Step-Up
Start with a low step beside you and use only your bodyweight at first. As your strength and stability improve, you can progress to holding
The Ideal Time Under Tension for Muscle Hypertrophy
In strength training, time under tension (TUT), sometimes called time under load, refers to the total duration of a set. It’s calculated by multiplying the
More Important Than Getting New Clients
Getting new clients is important, but keeping existing clients is essential! One of my favorite sitcoms, The Office, has an episode titled “The Fire,” where
Accommodating Assistance on the Nordic Hamstring Curl
Back in the mid-1950s, Dr. Arthur Steindler introduced the concepts of open kinetic chain (OKC) and closed kinetic chain (CKC) movements. In simple terms, an
To All Pork Lovers
Next time you cook pork, make sure to marinate it first. I came across an interesting study in the Fall 2011 issue of Wise Traditions
A Universal Language for Strength Training
Much like writing software or music, strength training requires a universal language of program design. Trainers need a consistent prescription format to ensure consistent results.
Kiss The Baby For A Proper Push-Up
The push-up is one of the most poorly executed exercises. One major issue is core stability—many people resemble a dolphin “swimming” through their reps. The
How to Deal with Exercises that Don't Work for You or Your Clients
If an exercise doesn’t work for you or a client, then change it! No one is forcing you to stick with it. There are many
Pay Now or Pay Later
In his article The Taxation of Supplements, Shawn Buckley makes several excellent points, including the following: This reminds me of an eye-opening moment with a
What Is Your Time Worth?
After weeks of plummeting prices, the cost of gas is rising again in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). It reminds me of when I started
Bedtime Muscle-Building Concoction
I love studying the roots of the iron game, especially bodybuilding history. Over the years, I’ve written about many pioneers who paved the way for
Preacher Bench External Rotations: A ShoulderHorn Alternative
Many lifters struggle with an imbalance between the internal and external rotators of the shoulder. Most of the time, the internal rotators (pecs, lats, and