The Blog
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.
The Invisible Weight (Stress & Recovery)
You cannot eliminate stress. But you can manage your physiological response to it.
Timing Your Nutrition (When to Eat)
Nutrient timing for optimal muscle gain may not be what you think.
What Diet Really Does: Fuel, Recovery, and Results
Your diet is important for fuel, recovery, and results.
The 4% Rule: Why the Gym Cannot Fix Your Lifestyle
The 4% rule for changing your lifestyle for better results and health.
Why You Look Exactly the Same (The Paper Towel Effect)
Realistic expectations for fat loss speed, and how the paper towel effect can help you understand it better.
Sleep: The Hidden Training Partner You Keep Ignoring
Sleep is more important than you might think in your fitness results.