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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5 Key Components of a Top Notch Fitness Facility
It has been over 6 years since my facility State of Fitness opened its doors and less than six months since our corporate location with our new … [Read more...] about 5 Key Components of a Top Notch Fitness Facility
Stronger From The Ground Up
Most people don’t know this but good human movement starts from the ground up. Before we stand, walk, run and jump, we start on the ground. As Gray … [Read more...] about Stronger From The Ground Up
The 6 Kettlebell Exercises You Should Take Time To Learn
When I got into bodybuilding and eventually personal training, kettlebells were unheard of. In 2005 when I first picked one up, I was not sold. I was … [Read more...] about The 6 Kettlebell Exercises You Should Take Time To Learn
A Different Way To Improve Your Pull-Ups
From the days of gym class to your first workout at a gym, the pull-up has been a nemesis for many of us. They are tough to do but feel so good when … [Read more...] about A Different Way To Improve Your Pull-Ups
The Rise of The Personal Trainer
The personal trainer is the health professional of the future. In the next 5 years, your personal trainer or team of personal trainers will be the … [Read more...] about The Rise of The Personal Trainer
What Is a Personal Trainer?
A personal trainer does not only come up with workout programs, count reps and scream at clients to push themselves. They are not drill sergeants, nor … [Read more...] about What Is a Personal Trainer?
5 Fitness Myths and What to Do Instead
We have access to more information on fitness than you can even begin to sift through. Although there is a lot of good, there is also a lot of bad. … [Read more...] about 5 Fitness Myths and What to Do Instead
Keeping To Your Routine During Busy Times
With the holidays right around the corner, many of us will be traveling quite a bit. We will also be presented with some obstacles to stay on our … [Read more...] about Keeping To Your Routine During Busy Times
Squat, Swing, Carry, Push, Pull, Lunge – The Fundamentals of Workout Success
Strength training is the foundation of any well-rounded fitness program. It doesn’t matter if you run, bike, swim, do yoga, or any other sport there … [Read more...] about Squat, Swing, Carry, Push, Pull, Lunge – The Fundamentals of Workout Success
The State of Fitness 30-Day Challenge
Hey Everyone! I wanted to share with you a 30-day challenge that I wrote for the State of Fitness blog. Our blog also moved, so it was a perfect … [Read more...] about The State of Fitness 30-Day Challenge
Confessions of an Overeater
I have something to confess. I am a HUGE overeater! Yes, a trainer of 12 years and training facility owner LOVES to eat! Big shocker, right? But who … [Read more...] about Confessions of an Overeater
All About Workout Nutrition
In my new E-book, The Grinnell Lifestle: My Nutritional Doctrine, I explain why workout nutrition is so important. So I wanted to give you an idea of … [Read more...] about All About Workout Nutrition