What would you do if you could not stuff it up, you know, not fail? I’d love to be a voice of an animated cartoon character or a professional sports mascot. Now IMO, that would be fun because no one … Read More
Author Archives: Balance Guy Training
4 Med Ball Exercises For Improved Power
Some exercise equipment is more enjoyable to use than others, with the med ball being one. In my personal training career, I’ve often seen a client drag ass due to stress and whatnot. If I say barbell deadlifts are on … Read More
Having A Short Memory
My wife and family always accuse me of having a short memory, you know, in one ear and out the other. Then the bugging begins because I keep forgetting to do what they asked, and they keep reminding me. My … Read More
3 Health Benefits Of Grip Strength
Having good grip strength is vital for health & performance Our hands are almost the perfect gripping machine; otherwise, that would make bicep curls difficult. Our long opposable thumbs, which allow us to grip and separate ourselves from the apes, … Read More
Developing Unwavering Consistency
You should know that to get good at anything; you need to do it over and over again, you know, consistency. Stopping for a while, starting, and stopping usually don’t cut it unless you are a freak of nature who … Read More
4 Bodyweight Exercises To Get You Strong
When most people think of strong or physical strength, they think of moving heavy weights. I’m a massive fan of all feats of strength on social media. I’m an enormous fan of getting regular people strong. It’s great when a … Read More
The Hidden Benefit Of Strength
Physical strength is a wonderful thing, and it is hard to get because you have to push your body beyond what you think it is capable of. Picking up, putting down weight, and lifting above your head does not tickle. … Read More
Setting A Good Example
None of you reading will be surprised by the following statement, but here it goes anyway; I haven’t always set a good example. Shocking, right? I thought you would be, but being a coach and a parent, I needed to … Read More
3 Ways Therapy Has Made Me a Better Coach
You see it in cop shows after an officer-involved shooting when the cop is mandated to go to therapy. The cop is almost always reluctant to go, and when they do go, it’s usually a standoff with the therapist, and … Read More
3 Exercises For Healthier Hamstrings
On a personal note, I have strained my hamstrings more times than I care to remember, but one time stands out among all others. I once jumped into a pool to make a huge splash during a summer vacation a … Read More