Which sets/reps should you use?
There are few things I love more than an intense discussion on which set/rep scheme to choose. Optimizing for performance is an art more than a science. True success takes into account: body type, % fast twitch to slow twitch fibers, mindset, experience, technique, health history, THEN goals.
Exercise = Freedom
The word ‘exercise’ somehow has reached the status of a trigger word we collectively roll our eyes upon hearing as the solution to our problems. It’s a tragedy! This word should be synonymous with empowerment and freedom!
How do you know if You’re Getting Good Physical Therapy?
I’ve been told more times than I can count “I’ve tried physical therapy” when someone is describing a pain they’ve been having for years to me. A lot of the time, the conversation stops when I start asking followup questions
Easy 3 Steps to a guaranteed better day!
First off, if you’ve decided to read this blog you already know your maximum energy and performance throughout the day is going to require some actual movement. Get sunlight, get stretched, get your heart rate
Inflammation Management Starter Pack
This has been coming up a lot lately and the initial treatment is something everyone should be able to do without going to a healthcare professional. When you’re dealing with inflammation you really only have one goal; let the body heal itself.
Are your workouts working out?
Ever feel like you’re spending hours at the gym every week and not seeing the results you want?
Congrats, you're not alone! Good news first. You probably aren’t setting yourself up for success. Focus is maybe the most underrated tool every single person can access whenever they want…..
Are you a Protein Pro?
How much protein should you be taking? What better example of dispute amongst experts than the argument of how much protein to take. There seems to be uniform agreement that you need protein. So why can't we agree on how much?
Why aren’t we all working smarter?
As odd as it may sound, this does not necessarily mean you have enlisted the help of the finest minds in the world to create a goal and plan to get better. To me, this is intended purely to represent thoughtfulness and understanding.
Blood Flow Restriction!
Blood flow restriction is an incredibly safe and useful tool to prevent the atrophy of muscle under any circumstance where resistance training is not appropriate or possible. The most useful application is…
Visualization
This does NOT get enough attention. No, I'm not referring to success. Yes, that is important and should always be part of your big picture.
Flat Feet?
Flat feet are highly prevalent in today’s world. It’s a debate as to why this problem is ongoing with arguments ranging from wearing the wrong kinds of shoes, to wearing no shoes at all, to being overweight, to hormonal challenges.
Demystifying Program Design
How can you design your own strengthening program!
Program design can be tricky but it doesn’t have to be. To get a measurable amount of actual strength gain you need to hit between 10-30 sets…
When is dry needling appropriate?
When is dry needling appropriate?
Answer: For a massive number of conditions. Maybe a better question would be when is dry needling NOT appropriate.
The goal of dry needling is…
When deadlifting, is it a problem to have the shoulders in front of the bar?
When performing a deadlift Is it a problem to have the shoulders in front of the bar?
As with all things; it depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. So let's take a look at what’s happening during the lift before deciding if it’s acceptable for each individual person.