Getting Started as a Personal Trainer
Becoming a personal trainer or strength & conditioning coach can be a very rewarding career choice - but what should you do once you’ve obtained the required certification? This article will explore ideas on how to be a successful personal trainer/s&c coach and answer some of the most common questions we hear from new coaches.
Is cardio training useful for anaerobic (weightlifting) performance?
In this blog, we’ll discuss the difference between aerobic and anaerobic performance, and address whether cardio training should be performed if you are strictly an anaerobic (such as weightlifting) athlete/individual
Is the “Anabolic Window” Real?
The “Anabolic Window” is believed by many to be a period of time immediately following (typically 30mins) a workout where protein digestion is REQUIRED in order to optimize muscle growth. But is it actually REAL and how can we optimize muscle growth?
Face Pulls Exercise Variations
Healthy, strong, and functional shoulders require targeted and specific training stimuli in order to get optimal results. FACE-PULLS are a great exercise to assist with this. In this article (WITH VIDEO), we’ll show different variations of the Face Pull exercise and how to target different angles & functions.
Peak Height Velocity: What it is, how to measure, & why its important
Peak Height Velocity (PHV) is the period of time where there is the fastest rate in growth of standing height and is often known as the ‘adolescent growth spurt’. The onset of PHV is typically interpreted as the onset of puberty. We discuss what PHV is, HOW to measure it, and differences in males and females
Nutrition for Performance (Part 1): The Case for Carbs
In this 3-part series on nutrition for human performance, we will discuss the bioenergetics and dynamics of the 3 macronutrients (carbs, fats, and proteins) as it relates to exercise and physical performance. In this part 1, we make the case for carbohydrates…
Do you REALLY need protein after a workout?
You've heard it before - consume protein after your workout to maximize your gains! Unfortunately, you've been misled, and let me explain why...
The one mistake amateur athletes make
There's one thing in the world of amateur sports that many athletes can't seem to truly understand. One thing that, in my opinion, holds back many athletes from reaching their potential and becoming champions.
The Role of Nutrition During the Exercise Recovery Phase
Why am I so tired? Any athlete or individual who has participated in a vigorous training or competition session is familiar with muscular fatigue.