Take A Hike This 4th Of July
Many of us are looking forward to a 4-day weekend this Independence Day. With the additional time off away from our routines, staying active and healthy is possible. One way to stay active while also...
View ArticleMen in Skinny Jeans: A Fashion Statement or Health Detriment?
It seems that more and more men are desiring a thinner, leaner frame. Much of today’s fashion is geared towards the skinny man. Before I continue, I want to clarify that there is a difference...
View ArticleThe Ripple Effect Of Poor Posture
If you work in an office and sit for most of the day, then chances are you are among the 80% of adult Americans who experience Lower Back Pain (LBP). It has been estimated that LBP costs the United...
View ArticleThe Importance Of Balance Training
Whichever type of training you are engaging in, balance is a crucial component. Whether you are doing strength, flexibility, speed, or endurance training, your ability to balance will be the...
View ArticleThe Secret to Getting “Ripped”
A dangerous and common misconception is that in order to increase results, whether it be fat loss or muscle gain, is to train more. In fact, the opposite is true. Rest and recovery is the secret to...
View ArticleA Case Against Sitting For Optimal Fitness
As a personal trainer, my job requires extended periods of time standing- an optimal position for the human body. Recently, I took a week-long vacation in which much of my time was spent sitting in...
View ArticleHow To Safely Use A Squat Stand
There are tremendous benefits to using a squat stand for back squats. Not only is it a full-body exercise targeting multiple muscle groups, but with proper safety mechanisms, you can gradually...
View ArticleMaximize Your Fitness Results With Supersets
Supersets are a method of training in which two opposing muscle groups are worked using two difference exercises. The exercises are executed back to back with no rest in between. What are the...
View Article3 Ways Stress Is Keeping You Out Of Shape
If you are a busy working professional, then chances are you have experienced stress. Our jobs/careers can place tremendous mental and physical stress on our bodies. Deadlines, e-mails, clients,...
View ArticleFitness Trackers and Habit Change
This article is neither an endorsement nor a review of a particular product. Fitness trackers have been gaining popularity in recent years. Leading companies have been competing for the most stylish...
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