The Blog
Getting Back to Training After Baby: What's Safe, What Helps, and How to Start
Strength training after your baby: how to rebuild in a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment.
Powerlifting Meets in BC: What to Expect at Your First Competition
Here’s what to expect and prepare for at your first BC Powerlifting meet.
How to Actually Build Muscle: What the Next 12 Weeks Could Do For You
Here’s how to build muscle and how we can help you dial it in for real results.
How to Choose the Right Personal Trainer in Vancouver: A Practical Guide
Finding a good strength coach in Vancouver is easy, but finding a great coach who will really help you achieve your goals takes some strategy and knowledge of what to look for. Here is a guide to set you up with the best coach for you.
Strength Training for Women in Vancouver: A Beginner's Guide to Getting Started
Proper strength training for women is super important for health and fitness. Here’s how to get started in Vancouver!
Thinking About Trying Powerlifting in Vancouver? Here Is What to Expect.
Here is why you should do powerlifting in Vancouver and how to start properly.
Visceral Fat: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What to Do About It
Visceral fat accumulates in response to several interconnected factors but can be reduced through a healthy lifestyle.
Your Mindset Is Either Working For You or Against You
A positive mindset makes all the difference in your results. Here’s how to work with yourself instead of against.
The Real Cost of Not Having a Coach
Training with a coach has more benefits that you might imagine. Here’s why it’s worth it.
You Don't Have a Snacking Problem. You Have a Snack Selection Problem.
Snacks aren’t your problem. It’s what you are having for them. Planning ahead with healthy options is key to success.
How Long Does It Actually Take to Get Strong?
Fitness results require showing up consistently, training with a plan, and giving your body the time it needs to adapt.
Powerlifting Coaching: Which Option Is Actually Right for You?
How fast you develop Powerlifting skills, how safely you develop them, and how far you ultimately take the sport depends enormously on the quality of instruction you receive along the way.
Why Small Group Personal Training Gets Better Results Than Doing It Alone
Get better results with small group personal training.
Eat Well Before You Leave, Eat Better When You Get Back
Planning meals before and after your vacation are key to staying on track: a little extra meal prep before your trip keeps your nutrition on track, during and after.
It’s not your age, it’s your lack of movement
The reason you feel stiff isn't because you are aging. It is because you stopped moving.
Strength + VO2 Max = Longevity
A sedentary person has a 200% higher risk of early death compared to a consistent mover who sweats.
The Workout Hangover: Why You Feel Heavy The Next Day
Your post-workout meal should include a serving of mostly whole-food carbohydrates.
The King of Supplements: Why You Should Be Taking Creatine
Creatine is safe and effective, and for more than just building muscle.