How to Safely Increase Running Mileage

How to Safely Increase Running Mileage

A common fitness goal for many people is to run more often. However, a majority of gym overuse injuries result from running itself. The main reason for this is because people do not understand how to properly increase mileage in a safe manner. Here are four tips for...
5 Full Body Checkpoints for Weight Lifting

5 Full Body Checkpoints for Weight Lifting

Proper form is essential when using free weights. Without proper form you may not get all the benefits of the lift you’re doing (if you’re gonna spend the time working out, you should want to get as much out of it as you can) and it may lead to injuries....
Benefits of Using Free Weights

Benefits of Using Free Weights

Machines, dumbbells, barbells, plates, bands, etc. There are tons of options for workout equipment. Machines are great to build muscle and learn proper form when starting a fitness routine. Progressing to free weights will ensure that you keep building your skills,...
How to Overcome Gym Intimidation (Gymtimidation)

How to Overcome Gym Intimidation (Gymtimidation)

The gym can become an intimidating place for anyone. Even as a personal trainer I find myself intimidated at times in a packed gym. However, I still navigate my way through my weekly workouts efficiently because I know the tricks of overcoming intimidation. These are...