Bodybuilders have talked about the mind-muscle connection for a while now. And of course, if one person has an opinion on training, you’ll have another person that calls it a myth. And if there is one thing I love to do, it’s busting fitness myths! But what if it’s more than just a bro-science myth? […]
As I write this, we are deep in the grip of the Coronavirus and the societal response to this pandemic. When faced with quarantine, loss of work, and uncertainty we all look for some semblance of normalcy. And for many people that means getting in their daily exercise. This leads many people back to the […]
Does cardio stop you from gaining muscle mass and strength? The science may surprise you!
Is Weightlifting Safe for Kids? This is a common question we get all the time. Every parent wants the best for their kid. And they want them to have success in athletics. But many people worry that adding weight training to their child’s sports routine might be too much. Are you pushing your kid too […]
The human body is either in a state of growth or decay. I think it’s safe to say the majority of functional fitness coaches and trainers have seen the recent, and misinformed, news “story” where some orthopedic surgeons told people over 50 that they shouldn’t do some common exercises after 50. Pull-ups, push-ups, weighted squats, […]
There are so many exercise myths and half-truths floating around on social media and the internet. It can be frustrating when the program the latest fitspo is selling doesn’t seem to get you the same results. Or when your training is hampered by nagging injuries. Here are three common myths that really get my goat. […]