We’ve all been there. You’re showing up to the gym, sweating it out, maybe even logging miles on the treadmill… and yet, the mirror, the scale, and your energy levels don’t seem to be on the same page. Frustrating, right? Here’s the truth: it’s not that you’re not working hard enough — it’s that your workouts might be working against you.
Read MoreOver the last month I have been lucky enough to be featured as an ‘expert’ for Men’s Journal in two different articles!
Read MoreNow, before you picture yourself strapping into some kind of military-grade armor, let me assure you—modern weight vests are comfortable, adjustable, and super beginner-friendly. And here’s the kicker: just adding a little extra load to your daily stroll can seriously level up your fitness without needing more time, effort, or fancy equipment.
Read MoreIf you’ve recently started taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro to support weight loss or manage type 2 diabetes, you’re already taking a powerful step toward better health. But here’s something you might not know: pairing your medication with regular strength training—I’m biased, I think dumbbells are a great choice!—can dramatically improve your results and help you feel your best.
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I've been on a body baggage binge as of late.
Body baggage is a term I use to describe the everyday aches and pains we get. Sometimes these aches are from past injuries. Sometimes they're just from sleeping the wrong way the night before...
If you know, you know.
Regardless of how the baggage arrives, I'm ready to tackle it. Hands down the number 1 thing that I do as a Personal Trainer is find ways for people to work out, even when their bodies say no.
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It's very common for a new client to check off 'tight hips' when they fill out my new client questionnaire.
From a Personal Trainer's standpoint, we all have tight hips.
The good news? No one ever died from having tight hips...
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