You already know there are many great reasons to exercise—from improving energy, mood, sleep, and overall health to reducing anxiety, stress, and depression. Detailed workout plans and exercise instructions are just a click away. But if knowing how and why to exercise was enough, we’d all be in great shape. Making movement a daily habit…
While some prefer to train solo to stay focused and on track, others thrive with a workout partner. Having someone by your side can keep you motivated, improve your performance, and make exercise more enjoyable overall. Here’s how teaming up with a workout buddy can elevate your training: Friendly Competition Finding your fitness partner-in-crime is…
Here’s a roundup of our most popular articles from 2016. If you missed any of these gems, now’s your chance to catch up! Should The Knees Pass The Toes When Squatting? Learn how full squats can improve function, protect against injuries, and build more muscle.https://theelitetrainer.com/should-the-knees-pass-the-toes-when-squatting/ Foam Rolling and Pain Usually in training we say, “If…
We all experience injuries in life. Minor ones are usually no big deal—you make a few adjustments to your training, give it time, and things typically return to normal. Then there are the major injuries—the ones that require surgery, long rehabilitation, and a tremendous amount of effort just to get back to baseline, if at…
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 takes serious time and effort. You can’t undo 30 years of poor habits in 30 days—it just won’t happen. One of the biggest obstacles in weight loss is the inability…
Q: Hey John Paul, Take a look at this photo of Jessica Biel. That’s how I want to look by January 1st. My husband and I are heading to the Caribbean for a well-needed vacation! I’ve had a couple of kids, and with 40 around the corner, I’m tired of feeling flabby and weak. It’s…