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Beyond The Calories Of Fat Loss

Whether you count calories or not, to be successful at fat loss, what you take in has to be less than what you expend over a period of time. It’s not perfect math, and every calculator will work with a … Read More

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The Forgotten Role of Mobility Training

I didn’t realize I needed more mobility training until it was too late. I was standing over a barbell, about to do a Sumo deadlift, thinking I had covered everything. Besides lacking technique, I lacked the hip mobility to hinge … Read More

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5 Must Do Resistance Band Exercises

As a coach, I believe in using all the exercise tools in the toolbox, including the resistance band. When clients start working with me, they have a preconceived notion of what a workout will look like. Cold hard steel of … Read More

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The Vital Importance of Suicide Prevention

You’ll probably never meet a person who hasn’t been touched by suicide in some way, shape, or form, and unfortunately, I’ve had my share of close brushes with it. My brother has tried to take his own life three times. … Read More

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The Call Of Convenience

Convenience is proceeding with something with little effort or difficulty, while inconvenience is the opposite. You could argue that we have never lived with as much convenience as we do now. Geez, I’m old enough to recall having to use … Read More

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Why Mobility Is Still Sexy

Good mobility and the ability to move freely without limitations are pillars of a healthy life. As we age, it becomes essential to maintain this ability without limitations and pain. Undoubtedly, we get stiffer and less mobile as we age. … Read More

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Determination Is A Required Fitness Trait

Before diving into this post, we’ll use this definition of determination. Determination: The firmness of purpose; resoluteness. However, notice the similarities between determined and stubborn. Stubborn: A person’s dogged determination to maintain their attitude or position on something, even when … Read More

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5 Best Trap Bar Exercises That Are Not Deadlifts

The trap bar may be one of the best gym tools you’re not using or only using for deadlifts. Its neutral grip D handles and unique positioning make it an exerciser’s best friend. Al Gerard invented it in the late 1980s … Read More

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Respect, Just a Little Bit

Before breaking into the Aretha Franklin song, let’s respect Google on respect’s noun and verb meanings. (Noun) A deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. (Verb) Admire (someone or something) deeply due to their … Read More

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Embrace Your Inner Child

Embracing your inner child is easier for some than others because some of us never grow up. It’s funny because when you’re a child, you cannot wait to do adult things like stay up late, drive cars, and eat fancy … Read More

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