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Instead of using arbitrary textbook standards or spending money on gadgets to gauge rest times, just breathe. I hated studying for certification tests. Right after college, I took one of the more reputable certifications for strength and conditioning. While preparing, it wasn't very reassuring...

Instead of using arbitrary textbook standards or spending money on gadgets to gauge rest times, just breathe. I hated studying for certification tests. Right after college, I took one of the more reputable certifications for strength and conditioning. While preparing, it wasn't very reassuring...

Inspired by conversation with John Du Cane of Dragon Door and Qigong, kettlebells, and fitness. John Du Cane is the author of Qigong Recharge, publisher, fitness guru, and accomplished businessman. I was lucky enough to talk to him recently. At first, I thought we would be steering the...

This book is an essential, informative, and entertaining step-by-step guide on how to thrive through menopause. As a man in his late thirties, I’m no expert on menopause. And, I’m probably not the first person Amanda Thebe, the author, had in mind to review her book: Menopocalypse - How I...

Inspired by conversation with John Du Cane of Dragon Door and Qigong, kettlebells, and fitness. John Du Cane is the author of Qigong Recharge, publisher, fitness guru, and accomplished businessman. I was lucky enough to talk to him recently. At first, I thought we would be steering the...

This book is an essential, informative, and entertaining step-by-step guide on how to thrive through menopause. As a man in his late thirties, I’m no expert on menopause. And, I’m probably not the first person Amanda Thebe, the author, had in mind to review her book—Menopocalypse - How I...

Is protein intake or protein distribution a more significant determining factor in developing new muscle mass? When it comes to the accretion of new muscle mass, protein intake is one of the primary variables to consider. Common discussions range from how much protein, protein source and...

Is protein intake or protein distribution a more significant determining factor in developing new muscle mass? When it comes to the accretion of new muscle mass, protein intake is one of the primary variables to consider. Common discussions range from how much protein, protein source and...

Understanding energy, yin and yang, and how we are all continually chasing balance. I started writing for Breaking Muscle several years back, and I have had an agenda the entire time. In an attempt to get me established as someone with some strength chops, the good folks on the editing team...

Understanding energy, yin and yang, and how we are all continually chasing balance. I started writing for Breaking Muscle several years back, and I have had an agenda the entire time. In an attempt to get me established as someone with some strength chops, the good folks on the editing team...

Many chronically overtrained BJJ athletes come my way with burnout, and to top it all off, they are frustrated because they can’t lose weight even with all the training. In the culture of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it is encouraged for the athletes to train more and more. Athletes are...

Many chronically overtrained BJJ athletes come my way with burnout, and to top it all off, they are frustrated because they can’t lose weight even with all the training. In the culture of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it is encouraged for the athletes to train more and more. Athletes are...

Paul Wade, the author of Convict Conditioning, has a lot to say about isometric training and exercises. The Ultimate Isometrics Manual is a nerd's paradise, at least for this nerd. read more {feed: enclosure_href}

The wrist wraps and lifting straps you need depend on what workout you're doing. At first glance, you will notice that the Gymreapers lifting straps have some extra padding on the wrists for comfort. It’s a great pair of straps for the deadlift unless you’re planning on lifting over 400 lbs...

Here are three steps you may not have considered to change your clients' mindset and get them out of pain long-term. After 11-plus years of coaching, I have learned that pretty much every single person who shows up to train with me has some pain. read more {feed: enclosure_href}

Here are three steps you may not have considered to change your clients' mindset and get them out of pain long-term. After 11-plus years of coaching, I have learned that pretty much every single person who shows up to train with me has some pain. read more {feed: enclosure_href}

Paul Wade, the author of Convict Conditioning, has a lot to say about isometric training and exercises. The Ultimate Isometrics Manual is a nerd's paradise, at least for this nerd. read more {feed: enclosure_href}

The wrist wraps and lifting straps you need depend on what workout you're doing. At first glance, you will notice that the Gymreapers lifting straps have some extra padding on the wrists for comfort. It’s a great pair of straps for the deadlift unless you’re planning on lifting over 400 lbs or...

There isn't any convincing evidence showing fat loss causes metabolic damage; however, observations are more indicative of reversible adaptive thermogenesis. The term metabolic damage has gained lots of traction over the years. Researchers1 initially observed a reduced metabolic rate in...

There isn't any convincing evidence showing fat loss causes metabolic damage; however, observations are more indicative of reversible adaptive thermogenesis. The term metabolic damage has gained lots of traction over the years. Researchers1 initially observed a reduced metabolic rate in...