My 3 Favorite Go-To Training Splits

Over my (too many) years of training, I've tried many training splits. Since I grew up watching Pumping Iron and reading Arnold's books along with being a huge fan of the "Golden Era" of bodybuilding I've always been a fan of more frequent training. I tried the one-bodypart-per-day thing, but it never really "took." I … Continue reading My 3 Favorite Go-To Training Splits →

My Current Shoulders and Arms Routine: Pumped!

This one is short, sweet, and to the point. I see so many trainers work their shoulders and arms into oblivion with countless sets and marathon sessions. They seem to devote a terrible amount of time to arm training especially when leg training pales in comparison. My mindset towards arm training has always been one … Continue reading My Current Shoulders and Arms Routine: Pumped! →

My Current Chest and Back Training Routine

I'm a firm believer in training a lot in one session. This doesn't necessarily mean I spend a ton of time in the gym (currently one hour), it just means I like to pack a lot of training into each session. I'm not one to bring my phone with me, stare at the TV (I … Continue reading My Current Chest and Back Training Routine →

My Current Leg Training Routine: Sore for Days

I'm a tall guy (6' 2") so squats have always been a challenge for me. And that also means effective leg training in general has been challenging all my lifting life. It took many years to get to the point where squats actually helped instead of hurt me (lower back, knees, hips). And on top … Continue reading My Current Leg Training Routine: Sore for Days →

Uncomfortable Progress

A revealing reason why we don't progress as much as we'd like in most things is our desire for comfort. We seek too much of it all the time. I'm as guilty as anyone. Do you get in your car on a hot day? You turn on the A/C. Have to get to the second … Continue reading Uncomfortable Progress →

Everything is Reps

If you think in simple terms, everything in life is reps. If you want to get better at anything you have to put in the time, the practice, and repeat. You don't learn a new skill once and then you're good. You need to put in the work. The reps. Repeated practice to ingrain said … Continue reading Everything is Reps →

2 Things to Consider When Hiring a Personal Trainer

I know, I know, not yet another "hiring a personal trainer" article. I'm sure you've read many lists, criteria, and must-haves regarding getting professional help in the gym, but I want to highlight two important things I hold near and dear when I train others. Two things that many trainers (not all!) miss. Of course, … Continue reading 2 Things to Consider When Hiring a Personal Trainer →

The Perfect Fitness Formula for a Lifetime

No, that title isn't meant to be clickbait. It's stone-cold truth. Even though the perfect fitness formula for a lifetime sounds catchy once you figure it out it'll make complete sense. Insert sarcasm. So many fitness businesses, bloggers, and "influencers" are trying hard to sell you the latest and greatest "system" promising unbelievable results. They're … Continue reading The Perfect Fitness Formula for a Lifetime →

How to Design a Simple, Effective Diet Plan

Most will admit that in order to design a simple diet plan the words lost, confused, and don't know where to start come to mind. Many will claim they haven't a clue and either initiate a long and tired search for the "secret" or they leave it to a hired professional, which can still be … Continue reading How to Design a Simple, Effective Diet Plan →

4 Things to Consider for Better Workout Results

Struggling to get a better workout and ultimately physique progress? You may have your priorities backward. I see so many gym-goers start with the very few things that need to be at the end of their lists. One day I overheard a guy at the gym who was telling his buddy his grand plan for … Continue reading 4 Things to Consider for Better Workout Results →