There are a few things that need to happen in order to produce muscle growth. You need to use significant load when lifting weights Enough time under tension to create structural damage to the muscle tissue Enough stimuli to up-regulate anabolic hormones and increase protein synthesis Proper recovery and workout nutrition Many people often think that if they lift as heavy as possible, or use as much volume (sets and reps) as possible they will […]
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4-Week HIIT Program for the Summer
The sun is finally starting to shine through (here in Michigan), and summer is finally here! The lack of vitamin D during the colder months may have … [Read more...] about 4-Week HIIT Program for the Summer
Joint-Friendly Alternatives to Barbell Training
When it comes to weightlifting, lifting weights, and strength training in general, the barbell is the signature tool we think of, and for a good … [Read more...] about Joint-Friendly Alternatives to Barbell Training
Why Fiber is so Important For Digestion
What is fiber and are you getting enough fiber in your diet? Fiber is a complex carbohydrate that our body does not digest. Fiber can be divided into … [Read more...] about Why Fiber is so Important For Digestion
The Fundamentals of Sleeping Better
Getting enough sleep and getting quality sleep is important for optimal overall health and even more so if you are putting in hard work in the gym. … [Read more...] about The Fundamentals of Sleeping Better
Low Carbohydrate VS High Carbohydrate Diets
Low-carb or keto diets seem to be all the rage nowadays, but the question is, is it better for fat loss in comparison to a moderate carbohydrate diet … [Read more...] about Low Carbohydrate VS High Carbohydrate Diets
How to Improve Gut Health
Having issues with your digestive system or notice that you are getting sick more often, maybe it is a good time to take a closer look at your gut … [Read more...] about How to Improve Gut Health
How I Tell Clients To Eat
I was talking to a client the other day about seriously trying to drop some body fat. In the personal training world, many clients will primarily be … [Read more...] about How I Tell Clients To Eat
Digestion Tells the Whole Story
What Goes on in the Gut Digestion has been a hot topic of discussion in the last couple of years. With the profound research coming out about how … [Read more...] about Digestion Tells the Whole Story
Build a Strong and Resilient Lower Back With These 3 Exercises
There are a few things in fitness and in life that seem to pop up all too often. One of the first things that come to mind is lower-back health. In … [Read more...] about Build a Strong and Resilient Lower Back With These 3 Exercises
Why You Plateau and 5 Ways to Break Through It
Plateauing or plateau - a state of little or no change following a period of activity or progress. During my time as a trainer, I have heard the … [Read more...] about Why You Plateau and 5 Ways to Break Through It
6 Tips To Build More Muscle
Factors for Muscle Growth There is a great debate on what works best in the strength-training world for muscle growth. The simple answer is it … [Read more...] about 6 Tips To Build More Muscle
Controlling Food Portions and Macronutrient Breakdown
Controlling Food Portions and Macronutrient Breakdown If many of us just stopped eating the amount of food volume that we consume, we would probably … [Read more...] about Controlling Food Portions and Macronutrient Breakdown