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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
How to Read an Hour a Day Without Using Your Eyes
When you’re trying to fit in some reading but your eyes are tired or you’re just too busy, here’s a simple trick: listen to audiobooks.
6 Rules a Personal Trainer Must Follow
Clients hire you for a specific purpose, and your success ultimately depends on the effectiveness of your training programs. The first thing to consider when
2014 in Review: A look at our articles, blog posts, discussions, and more…
As another year comes to a close, let’s take a look back at some of the most impactful articles, blog posts, and discussions from 2014—covering
Mass Explosion: New Muscle-Building System
My new book, Mass Explosion: Blast Through Your Training Plateaus!, is now available! Mass Explosion is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of
New Body Composition Webinar
I’ve built my career on getting people in shape. My body composition system works, and it keeps me extremely busy—my seminars sell out, and I
New Strength Training Webinar
One of the first seminars I ever delivered was at the 2002 Canadian Personal Trainers Network (CPTN) Conference at Ryerson University in Toronto. Titled Strength
Ring Dips
Take a look at the physique of a top-level gymnast—someone who regularly performs dips on parallel bars or rings—and you’ll quickly see the power of
Things Happen For A Reason
Warning: This is not one of my typical training-related blog posts. If you’re looking for information to enhance your career as a fitness professional, personal
Stop Icing and Go Get ICED!
There are plenty of health and fitness misconceptions out there. For example, we’re often told to start the day with a high-carbohydrate breakfast to fuel
I Want You to Watch Something (Warning: Disturbing Exercise Video)
Earlier this week, a colleague sent me a very disturbing video. Here it is… One of his clients had been asking about a so-called “revolutionary
Muscle Devices And Weight Room Alternatives
Over the years, we’ve seen muscle magazines, nutritional supplements, and training equipment come and go—sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. Take soy-based proteins,
Flexibility 101: The Do’s and Don’ts of Stretching
In order to maximize your results when training for flexibility, certain rules exist. Here are the do’s and don’ts of stretching. THE DO’S DO use
ShoulderHorn Alternative
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Shoulder Internal Rotator Stretches
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Power Wheel Alternative
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Delt Force Alternative
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DARD Alternative
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How to Use Weight Training as a Tool to Stop Wasting Valuable Time in the Gym
Many myths exist regarding weight training. For instance: The list goes on. None of these are entirely true. Weight training is simply a tool—it’s not
Muscle Devices and Weight Room Alternatives
Over the years, the fitness industry has introduced countless muscle-building devices—some useful, others not so much. The good news is that there’s almost always a