Fitness

The Benefits of a Personalized Fitness Program   Walking into a gym can feel overwhelming. Machines everywhere. People doing exercises you’ve never seen before. Do you start with cardio? Should you lift heavy? Are you even doing this right? That’s where a program designed specifically for you makes all the difference. Instead of wandering, guessing, or copying […]

🛠 Stop Trying, Start Training: Building Integrity in the Gym (and Life) One of the biggest struggles I hear from clients isn’t about the workouts themselves—it’s about showing up on the days they said they would. Here’s the truth: every time you keep that promise, you’re not just building muscle — you’re building trust with yourself. And when

HARD LEGS If you’ve ever tackled a steep hill during a run or bike ride, you know the burn in your legs afterward. Athletes often talk about “hard legs,” but what does that really mean—and why does hill training create it? The answer lies in the unique demands hills place on your muscles, connective tissues,

The Grass is Greener on the Other Side…? How many times in your life have you heard these words? My guess would be too many to count. But the fact of the matter is, the grass is not greener on the other side, the grass is greener where you water it. Greener grass is nothing more than a

If you’re anything like me, cycling, specifically mountain biking, is a major part of your life. So much so that winter is just a means to an end. With us being in the dead of winter, now is the perfect time to learn new tips and build skills to get ahead of the competition before

A hybrid athlete is someone who combines various forms of fitness and training modalities. This can be an effective and well-rounded approach to fitness for several reasons: Versatility: Hybrid athletes often excel in multiple areas of fitness, such as strength, endurance, agility, and flexibility. This versatility can lead to improved overall athleticism and adaptability in

It’s the worst! Today with all the training getting to 100 miles and the incredible fatigue that goes along with it, it makes me think about that day 15 years ago when I was introduced to Rhabdo. What is Rhabdomyolysis? Rhabdomyolysis, or “rhabdo” for short, is a serious medical condition that can occur as a

Exercise is often described as precise because it involves performing specific movements and activities in a structured and intentional manner, with the goal of achieving particular outcomes. For example, if you want to build strength in your legs, you might perform exercises like squats or lunges that target those muscles specifically. In addition to being

Which element of exercise science development is best? Both! Together, foundational functional training works in concert with base calisthenics. This should start FIRST before working out with big weights to build your body’s base on solid ground — such as your stabilizers, ligaments, and joints, so your body grows most appropriately without injury. Calisthenics exercises

Exercise is a beneficial way to improve overall health and wellness. It can help with weight management, cardiovascular health, mental health, and overall fitness. It’s a gateway into doing everything better. A greater health builds confidence and gives you the ability to train harder in all areas of life with veracity. It is important to

1. Squats: A compound exercise that works multiple muscle groups including the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. 2. Deadlifts: A compound exercise that works multiple muscle groups including the back, glutes, and legs. 3. Pull-ups: An exercise that specifically targets the back and arm for muscle strength. 4. Bench press: A muscle strength exercise that specifically

Let’s keep this short and to the point! If we want to exceed our past abilities and move into a greater degree of learning, we must be willing to have courage in the midst of fear. When courage is met with your willingness to GO, here are 4 areas that will help make it stick