Over the course of my 11-plus year career in the fitness industry, I have heard my share of excuses from people about why they can’t work out on a regular basis. However, the most common reason that I hear from people as to why they can’t exercise is that they…
https://youtu.be/NmeKNM7YFeA Which workout is better - crunches or planks? When we’re talking about developing a lean, rock-solid core, some exercises are better than others. The truth is, the key to a defined midsection is always going to come down to diet. We’ve all got a 6-pack, but there’s layers of…
The human body performs 5 basic movement patterns of pushing, pulling, bending, rotating, and single leg movements. Everyday activities, sports, and exercises use these movements in a variety of ways, sometimes improperly. Repetitive movements when done incorrectly can result in poor posture, improper body alignment, and potential injury, not to…
What’s your motivation for working out? Common responses include: building muscle, injury prevention, losing a few pounds and getting stronger. One popular underlying reason is wanting to look good. Some people might be hesitant to share that but they shouldn’t be. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look good…
Have you ever tried a movement that is supposed to be the best ab exercise to get a 6 pack, but every time you try to do the exercise, you end up with lower back pain or a sore neck? If so, there's a pretty good chance your form is…
When I discuss toning a body, I think of a dancer’s body. A dancer’s body is lithe, powerful and strong. There are subtle, attractive muscles that shine through and look natural to the body. This differs from building pounds of muscle which can also be attractive but results in obvious…
https://youtu.be/uA92Rns4WBA Have you ever injured your rotator cuff at any point in your life? If you haven’t, then that’s great to hear, and you should definitely appreciate the fact that you have not had to deal with that before. But if you’ve had a rotator cuff injury, then you most…
The warmer weather is here and for many of us near open waters, that means it’s time to hit the beach! The beach is a great place to relax and recharge. Reading, napping, good conversation with family and friends; these are all healthy options. The beach is also a great…
I love my Total Gym! As a person who makes a living as a fitness trainer, this one piece of equipment allows me to give my clients safe, unique, and efficient workouts. One of the assets my clients and I love is the Total Gym’s versatility. I could literally train…
https://youtu.be/JNzke5TCS9A Squatting should be a staple in anyone’s fitness routine. No matter what your goal or ability level is, humans were made to squat. It’s evident in how children and toddlers bend to pick something up, or play with something on the floor. It’s a movement that is engrained in…