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...
How to Structure Your Workout

How to Structure Your Workout

Working in a gym I get to watch how the average person structures their workout regime. If I had a dollar for every time I saw someone start their workout with bicep curls I’d be close to buying a new car. Why is starting a workout with bicep curls bad though? It’s...
Flexibility Training is Important. Here’s Why

Flexibility Training is Important. Here’s Why

Flexibility training is often a neglected part of a fitness routine. You have an hour to spend at the gym and you use all 60 minutes for your lifting routine, barely including a warm up and skipping any cool-down. However, there are many benefits that come with adding...