Unilateral exercises are essential for strength. When I started lifting weights, strength wasn’t even on my radar. I wanted to put on slabs of muscle to help me with the women and to make me harder to push around. Just … Read More
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How To Get Stronger
Getting stronger doesn’t always mean lifting heavier weights Sometimes we overlook the obvious. To get stronger, lift weights. Now I didn’t come up with this pearl of wisdom, but it proves we fail to see what’s right in front of … Read More
6 Must Do Exercises Part Six – Groundwork
The hard part is over. You made it to the gym and that’s usually half the battle. Now that you’re there, what are you going to do? This is where a lot of people get stuck but don’t worry, I’ve … Read More
Exercising With Resistance Bands
Resistance bands are a cheaper alternative when money is tight Recently, I’ve been in the market for more dumbbells and weight plates for Outback Performance and two things struck me. One there’s not much in stock and two, what’s there … Read More
3 Exercises To Help Relieve Pain
If you suffer from muscle or joint pain some movement is medicine Pain doesn’t care what kind of day you’re having, whether you’re rich or poor, male, or female. Pain always strikes at the worst time because there is never … Read More
Keeping It Simple
Keeping it simple makes exercise easier You know the book (Insert Subject Here) For Dummies? It breaks down a subject into its simplest form to understand a subject better. People who haven’t been blessed with all the smarts are able … Read More
6 Exercises For Sore Knees
Pain sucks but knee pain is a special kind of suck. You move they hurt, You do nothing they hurt and you go to the gym to train, they hurt. When you have knee pain there is nothing to escape … Read More
You’re Not (Physically)Broken
Since becoming a certified personal trainer, I’ve trained around and rehabbed through several injuries (some which are my own fault) including: Torn quadriceps Strained hamstrings Knee and ankle tendonitis Strained triceps tendon Tennis and golfer’s elbow Right A/C joint inflammation … Read More
6 Must Do Exercises
Exercise should be kept simple because the rest of your life is complicated. With this in mind, every time you step inside a gym or wherever you exercise, these 6 exercises are essential for a strong body and mind. … Read More