As a personal trainer, I’m knee-deep in sets and reps, but my clients are not. Most want to know how I can help them achieve their goals yesterday. Sets and reps are needed for that, but on any given day, … Read More
Author Archives: Balance Guy Training
Why Health and Fitness Really Matter
Here are some definitions of health and fitness to pay attention to. Please read carefully. Health: Is “a state of optimal physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease.” (1) Fitness: The condition of being physically … Read More
Why Bodyweight Training Builds Strength
When those new to the gym think about working out, they probably imagine barbells bending under massive loads while someone is yelling in their ear, ‘ Light weight, baby, light weight.’ Lifting weights is one way to build muscle and … Read More
Autism Awareness Month
Around two weeks ago, I watched a news story about a 17-year-old autistic child who was gunned down by four police officers in his front yard. The 911 caller reported that he thought was drunk, acting erratically, and holding a … Read More
Training Through Tragedy
My job and passion are personal training because I love improving people through exercise. However, not everyone loves exercise, especially clients I have had in the past. There’s no need to name names. However, most personal training clients see the … Read More
The Disgraceful Aging Manifesto
Welcome to the “Disgraceful Aging Manifesto,” where I’ll attempt to curb aging stereotypes and help you embrace life regardless of your speedometer. Aging isn’t about gracefully fading into the background; it’s about charging into the fray with all biceps guns … Read More
Aging Disgracefully
When you’re young, you cannot wait to be older; when you’re getting old, you long for the days when you were young. That’s the thing about aging; when we’re young, we want to speed it up, and when we’re older, … Read More
Your Health Bank Account
I’d say that almost everybody wants a healthy bank account. Opening your bank statement online or by mail and seeing that you have money to cover life’s expenses with a bit extra for ‘fun’ provides a sense of security. Financial … Read More
The Ultimate Dumbbell-Only Home Workout
You don’t need a fully stocked gym to build muscle and strength and burn fat. In reality, all you need are dumbbells and this dumbbell-only home workout. Dumbbells are a versatile tool for at-home strength training, and you’ll get a full-body … Read More
The Pain Of Change
Change happens when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing. I had no choice when faced with change, so this rings true. It’s similar regarding working out, especially in the beginning stages or trying … Read More