A sandbag is a fantastic tool for outdoor training. It provides a unique form of resistance that challenges stability, grip, and coordination. In this video, you’ll see 16-year-old Joseph performing sandbag squats and rows, and 61-year-old Jane doing sandbag good mornings: There’s no shortage of lower-body exercise options with a sandbag—think bear hug squats, Zercher…
When performing back barbell step-ups, it’s essential to find the proper step height before adding any significant load. Begin with an empty bar and a low step, then gradually raise the step height until you reach a position that works best for your mobility, balance, and strength. Once you’ve determined the ideal height, slowly increase…
When it comes to kids and exercise, fun is the key! If you can turn physical activity into a game, you’ll build lifelong habits and create positive associations with movement. My son loves watching Ultimate Beastmaster on Netflix—so we created our own version right in the gym. It’s a simple obstacle course that includes running,…
Here’s a way to make push-ups more challenging: place your hands on a wobble board, elevate your feet on a step, and wear a weighted vest to increase the load. Aim for a full range of motion and keep the wobble board level by bracing your core throughout the set. In the video below, my…
If you’ve been spinning your wheels and going nowhere in your pursuit for optimal health and fitness, then stop! Doing something simply because you’ve been told to is not good enough. It’s time to question authority and challenge the establishment. Previously, I covered five common health and fitness misconceptions — if you missed that, check…
In this article, we’ll explore how strength training can improve posture. I won’t bore you with why so-called “ideal” posture is important—you can read my article Woman’s Posture from a Man’s Perspective for that—but I will offer practical tips to correct poor posture. Addressing Muscle Imbalances for Better Posture Effective corrective exercise should focus on:✅…