If you had asked 25-year-old Casey whether you needed cardio if you were already strength training, I probably would have laughed and said, "Nope."

Lift heavy. Build muscle. Get stronger. Problem solved.

At 37, my answer is a little different.

While I still believe strength training is one of the most important things you can do for your health and longevity, I've come to appreciate the benefits that cardiovascular training brings to the table. Today, I think most people should include some form of cardio alongside a solid strength training routine.

ArticlesCasey LeeJune 16, 2026cardio training, strength training, exercise routineComment

How to Protect Muscle While Losing Weight

Losing weight sounds simple on paper: eat less, move more. But your body doesn’t just pull from fat stores when calories drop—it also taps into muscle. And that’s a problem.

Muscle is what keeps your metabolism humming, your body strong, and your performance high. Lose too much of it, and not only does your strength drop, but maintaining your results becomes harder long-term. So if fat loss is the goal, protecting muscle needs to be part of the plan.

ArticlesCasey LeeMay 5, 2026strength trainingComment

How to Train While Taking GLP-1 Medications

One trend that keeps coming up lately—and for good reason—is training with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro.

These medications are changing the game for fat loss. People are seeing significant drops in body weight, reduced appetite, and better control around food. Naturally, the next question becomes: How should I be training while on them?

Here’s the honest answer—what works does need to change a bit.

ArticlesCasey LeeApril 28, 2026GLP-1, strength trainingComment

The #1 Mistake I See in the Gym

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.

ArticlesCasey LeeAugust 26, 2025strength trainingComment

I was featured in Men's Journal...TWICE!

Over the last month I have been lucky enough to be featured as an ‘expert’ for Men’s Journal in two different articles!

ArticlesCasey LeeAugust 14, 2025nutrition, low carb, cardio training, strength trainingComment

3 Surprising Benefits of Walking with a Weight Vest

Now, 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.

ArticlesCasey LeeJune 10, 2025strength training, weight vestComment