Developing mind muscle connection to the point of being able to feel the right muscles working for each repetition set builds better strength, control, and more muscle. Here’s how to apply this principle specifically to lat pull-ups and pull-downs.
Read MoreThere are lots of ways to plan a week of training, but here are some the fundamentals that go into most of my programs for clients. If you feel like your program is broken and you’re not making progress, you’ll want to investigate these areas.
Read MoreSometimes we have days when we need more warm-up sets to get our body firing on all cylinders. Here’s how to plan a warm-up that’ll have you feeling less sluggish when you lift.
Read MoreI want to share a very useful tip that I was reminded of recently: Don’t waste your shots.
Read MoreThere are 4 huge keys to doing a perfect push-up. In this video, I walk you through each point of how to do a perfect pushup in detail, so you can master this important exercise.
Read MoreWhen I’m writing a program I like to think about how many weeks we’ll be “up” and how many weeks we’ll be “down”.
Read MoreIf you feel the biggest stretch in your calfs when you reach down to touch your toes, your calfs are too tight and probably holding you back. These 3 methods are just what your calfs need to feel great again.
Read MoreHow wide should you grip the bar in a military press / shoulder press? Well, it's pretty simple.
Read MoreIf you shift your weight to one side when deadlifting, this video shows the drills you need to develop proper muscle control and tension in your weaker leg.
Read MoreThrowing, punching, taking a slapshot and hitting a golf ball all rely on one thing: rotational strength and power. So, here’s how to do medicine ball throws for rotational strength training correctly so you reap all the benefits.
Read MoreStarting the squat isn't rocket science, but initiate the movement incorrectly and you’ll be out of position from the get go. Here’s a video demonstrating the right way to start squats.
Read MoreProper performance breathing is a a huge component of improving endurance performance. If you're not already using this technique naturally, you’ll notice a real boost when you start.
Read MoreIt may feel a little unnatural at first, but adopting this correct grip when you lift is the best way to end bench press wrist pain.
Read MoreTry this quick hip stability test to understand where your hips should be and to get immediate feedback about how to improve your lunges and step-ups.
Read MoreIs online fitness coaching the right fit for you? Before you sign up, learn what online coaching is good at… and what it won’t help you with.
Read MoreCluster weight training is a high intensity training method that can be incredibly useful for helping intermediate and advanced trainees break through plateaus. It can also be used to help newer lifters practice and maintain proper technique.
Read MoreIf you hang around a gym or read the social media of workout fanatics, you're probably confused by differing opinions about how low to squat. Should you squat to parallel? Should you squat just past parallel? Go ass to the grass? Or is there another answer…
Read MoreI've seen all kinds of convoluted ways to determine the ideal squat stance width for an individual. Here’s a quick video demonstration of my own fool-proof method.
Read MoreA good exercise training journal is essential for anyone who works out with a purpose. It's not rocket science, but laying out your journal properly will make it easier to track progress and see trends in your training process.
Read MoreWhat are the best abs exercise workouts? In Part 2 of this series we get into the specifics of which exercises I recommend and how to fit core strength routines into your training.
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