Training
11 Squat Variations That Build Strong Legs and a Rock Solid Core
As a personal trainer with almost two decades of lifting experience, I can attest that sticking to the conventional squat is one of the most common…
Workout Routine
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Workout Plans
The ‘Microworkout’ Method: How 2-Minute Exercises Are Changing Fitness
As a personal trainer with almost a decade of experience coaching people, I can attest that time constraints are among the biggest bottlenecks keeping people from…
Celebrity Workouts
My 30-Day Shred: I Tried The Rock’s Brutal Workout and Got Ripped
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is undoubtedly among the most inspirational (and jacked) athletes of all time. The wrestler-turned-actor’s physique is envied by many professional bodybuilders, who…
Training
The “Single Best” Exercise for Each Major Muscle Group (If You Had to Choose Just ONE)
Most of us have very limited time and want to make the most of each second of training. As a personal trainer, I’m constantly asked about…
Training
I Followed Jay Cutler’s 4-Day Mass Split for 8 Weeks — My Body Will Never Be the Same
Jay Cutler’s photos are displayed in more gyms worldwide than any other bodybuilder’s. The four-time Mr. Olympia champ achieved his signature physique with relentless dedication and…
Bodybuilding Program
I Followed a Bench Press Program for 6 Weeks: My Transformation Revealed
My chest is one of my weakest muscle groups. I hate to admit it, but it looked like I skipped more chest days than leg workouts.…
Training
I Focused on One Compound Lift Per Day for 5 Days a Week — Here’s What Happened
The strength training world is full of complex workout routines that promise ground-breaking results. I hate to break this to you, but most of these programs…
Training
I Did a 3-Day Push/Pull/Legs Split for 4 Weeks — Here Are The Shocking Results
Do you ever feel like your workouts are not delivering the results you crave even when you’re putting in the time and effort? Don’t worry; you…
Training
I Tried a 5-Day ‘Bro Split’ for a Month — Here’s What Happened
The bro split is arguably as old as the gym culture itself. If you think about it; training one muscle group each day made the most…
Core
I Tried a 30-Day Plank Challenge — Here’s How It Reshaped My Core (and My Life)
If you are like most people, you hate planks as they feel like a special kind of torture. To be honest, I’m not a fan of…
Workout Plans
30-Day Kettlebell Swing Challenge: Enhance Power and Fat Loss
Full-body exercises can be more effective than isolation exercises for building muscle and strength, boosting metabolism, and burning fat. As a personal trainer with over 17…
Running
8 Ways to Tell If Your Cardio Routine Is Effective or Not
When most people hear the word ‘cardio,’ they instantly think about endless hours on the treadmill. The sad part is that many of these folks cannot…
Calisthenics
ONLY 8 Bodyweight Exercises You Need for Rapid Muscle Growth
Let’s be honest; gym memberships can burn a hole in your wallet. Plus, many cannot make the time to hit the gym every day. As a…
Workout Plans
Build Muscle and Get Lean With the 4-1-1 Workout Routine!
As a veteran personal trainer with more than three decades of experience, I’m often asked for my opinion on the latest viral fitness trends. Most have…
Workout Plans
Ditch the Isolation Exercises: Torch Calories and Sculpt Your Physique With Full-Body Routines
As a personal trainer who has spent the majority of the last 17 years in the gym, I can attest that isolation exercises are a hit…
Body Mechanics
The ‘Greasing the Groove’ Push-Up Challenge: How I Doubled My Max Reps in Just 14 Days
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced exerciser, you’ve likely encountered a plateau in the maximum number of push-ups you can do in one set.…
Workout Plans
Shocking Transformation: Natural Bodybuilder Takes on Sam Sulek’s Brutal Routine
American YouTuber Sam Sulek is one of the biggest names in the bodybuilding world, having amassed over 3.6 million subscribers in a short period. Sulek is…
Training
I Replaced All My Regular Sets with Drop Sets for 6 Weeks — Here’s What Happened to My Muscle Growth
Sticking to the same training routine for an extended period can get boring. Plus, it can lead to strength and muscle plateaus. In my 17-year experience…
Body Mechanics
I Tried the ‘Farmer’s Carry Only’ Workout for 30 Days — The Full-Body Transformation Was Unbelievable
With over 17 years of experience lifting weights, I have learned that you don’t need fancy exercises or workouts to build strength and improve functionality. Sticking…