Virtual and online training were gaining popularity prior to quarantine. Then when gyms shut down and in person sessions were not feasible, there was a major increase in clients opting to train online and virtually! During this time, we had to adapt from how we were training before and change it so we can still … Read more
In our workouts, we generally do bilateral movements or movements that use both sides, arms, and legs such as squats or rows. It’s great since we’re working both sides and allowing symmetry, but it’s important to work unilateral movements as well. Unilateral movements are single side, arm, or leg movements.It’s important to incorporate unilateral movements … Read more
With gyms still not quite open yet, we are left without some of our favorite machines such as the stairmaster or elliptical. Quarantine has challenged my creativity in terms of making workouts with what equipment my clients may have. Generally it’s mostly body weight exercises with some bands and free weights. Here are some of … Read more
With the three aspects of fitness: movement, nutrition, and regeneration, the latter is something I struggle with, even as a trainer. I work out 5 – 6 days a week and hit my macros pretty well, but sleeping and getting enough rest has been a challenge. Having adequate recovery after your workout, allows you to … Read more
Recently I was asked by one of my clients, why I put exercises in a certain order. I generally work larger muscle groups like legs and back then move to smaller muscles such as arms and abs. The general rule of thumb has been to work larger muscles and movements in the beginning of your … Read more
Lately I’ve been noticing this common theme amongst exercisers. Many of them are pushing themselves to the point of exhaustion, extreme discomfort, and even nausea. I always tell people to train smarter, not harder. You don’t need to push yourself so hard you almost feel like throwing up. You also don’t need to be doing … Read more
I took the Strongfirst Kettlebell level 1 certification in October this past year and recently got certified in December. I am currently training for Kettlebell level 2 this April! Level 1 goes over exercises such as swings, Turkish get ups, presses, cleans, and snatches. Early on in my training career, I learned this certification was … Read more
Many of us are accustomed to training body parts instead of movements. When you train movements in different planes of motion, you work multiple muscle groups in a variety of ways. Our bodies move in all sorts of directions so it’s important to train them in different movements and planes. In today’s post, I will … Read more
What shoes should you wear for working out? In my own fitness journey, I’ve worn them all – from Nike free runs, Asics with orthotics, to Vivos. Depending on the activity, I generally recommend wearing minimalist shoes or even toe shoes. If possible, I usually train without shoes on (when it comes to strength training.) … Read more
Growing up (and even now), I remember seeing “low fat” or “zero fat” on so many foods. Fat was the enemy. Now diets like Keto are promoting the consumption of fats for health and amazing body composition. We need fats for energy, brain and nervous system function, thermoregulation, transportation of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, … Read more