Having strong arms is more than just looking good. Bigger arms are just one piece of a healthy whole body. Strong, big arms are functional for everyday activities such as carrying grocery bags, shopping, or picking up children. These listed movements can be mimicked by lifting a set of dumbbells…
A 30-day fitness challenge is a great way to kick start a physical fitness exercise program to build muscle and form healthy habits. A day fitness challenge can give you the ability to try new exercises in a structured manner as well as build your endurance. A day workout challenge…
Do your fitness goals include toned, strong legs? Do you want more inner thigh strength? To obtain strong inner thighs, you’ll need a workout routine combining thigh exercises, strength training, and cardio workouts. But remember! Spot training is a myth. While you can target a specific area of the body…
31 million Americans are experiencing lower back pain at any given time. (1) That’s… a lot. To take it even further, 80% of the population will experience back pain or stiffness at some point in their lives. Chronic low back pain can happen from overuse, weak core strength, a sudden…
Squats are a popular functional exercise that can work your entire body. And they’re not just for powerlifters! Let’s take a deep dive into this compound movement exercise covering the benefits, the different muscle groups worked, and the proper form for performing this move to protect your back. We will…
Resistance bands are an underestimated piece of workout equipment! As a personal trainer, they are one of my favorite ways to kick my bodyweight exercises up a notch. You don’t need a huge set of heavy-weight dumbbells or a squat rack for a full-body workout! Especially if you live in…
Ditch the free weights, those heavy weight pieces of equipment, expensive gym memberships, and trainers. Let’s talk about bodyweight training! The good news is that you can increase your physical fitness by working out at home with bodyweight exercises alone! For these 50 bodyweight home exercises, you won’t even need…
The most important thing when performing a squat is proper form. Learning the perfect form brings better results and a lower risk of injury. Regardless of the type of squat you perform, be sure to avoid these 6 common mistakes many people make. 6 Common Squat Mistakes You Should Avoid…
Belly fat is a hindrance. It can hinder your confidence, your health, and your overall well-being. You know there is no such thing as a “get skinny quick” exercise routine. And while you can target the flab surrounding your abdomen, the best way to lose that pesky belly fat is…
Get great legs and your best butt ever with our 30-day squat challenge. This squat challenge is simple and easy to follow for any lifter, from beginner to advanced. This program does not take a lot of time. Each day you’ll dedicate 10-15 minutes to the exercise(s) on the calendar…
You’ve been there. The tight muscles. The soreness. It hurts to move. You’ve made gains in the gym but you’re paying for it the next day or the next. You’re experiencing what is called DOMS, delayed onset muscle soreness. Enter: the foam roller (aka this trainer’s favorite self-care tool for…
You don’t have to be signed up for the New York City marathon to want to become a better runner. Maybe you want to set a new personal record. Or make your runs just a little bit easier. Or improve your stride efficiency. Regardless of your reason, strength training is…
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