ARTICLES
It’s Time to Rethink Your Core Training
You might’ve been led to believe that crunches are the end-all-be-all key to a strong and defined set of abs. If your goal is to maximize hypertrophy in the abdominal region (aka get a 6-pack), dynamic exercises consisting of eccentric and concentric portions, as...
What’s the Deal with Deloads?
Deloading is a commonly misunderstood concept. When properly applied, deloads offer a way to reduce fatigue that has been accumulated as a byproduct of training overload. That means, all the hard work you’ve put in for the last X weeks have led to a substantial...
Should You Be Doing Trap Bar Deadlifts?
For a very long time, I saw the trap bar deadlift as the inferior counterpart to barbell deadlifts. As my knowledge of training evolved (as did my preferences and abilities as a coach), I came to realize that there is a time and place for the trap bar deadlift in...
Auto-regulation and RPE-based Training
RPE has been making rounds in the powerlifting community for a few years now. In this article, we discuss its value, pros, cons, and common misconceptions.
Meal Frequency and Peri-Workout Nutrition
The value of nutrient timing and meal frequency has been a hot topic of debate in recent years. However, most studies have shown that, for us simple folks who aren’t making a living off of training, it just simply doesn’t matter that much. But, since there’s still a...
The Role of Dietary Protein in Weight Loss
Why is protein regarded as the king of macronutrients? You might already be aware of its importance when it comes to building muscle and regulating bodily functions, but did you know it can also help you lose fat more efficiently? For those seeking to lose weight,...
What’s the Deal with Deloads?
Deloading is a commonly misunderstood concept. When properly applied, deloads offer a way to reduce fatigue that has been accumulated as a byproduct of training overload. That means, all the hard work you’ve put in for the last X weeks have led to a substantial...
Should You Be Doing Trap Bar Deadlifts?
For a very long time, I saw the trap bar deadlift as the inferior counterpart to barbell deadlifts. As my knowledge of training evolved (as did my preferences and abilities as a coach), I came to realize that there is a time and place for the trap bar deadlift in...
Auto-regulation and RPE-based Training
RPE has been making rounds in the powerlifting community for a few years now. In this article, we discuss its value, pros, cons, and common misconceptions.
Meal Frequency and Peri-Workout Nutrition
The value of nutrient timing and meal frequency has been a hot topic of debate in recent years. However, most studies have shown that, for us simple folks who aren’t making a living off of training, it just simply doesn’t matter that much. But, since there’s still a...
The Role of Dietary Protein in Weight Loss
Why is protein regarded as the king of macronutrients? You might already be aware of its importance when it comes to building muscle and regulating bodily functions, but did you know it can also help you lose fat more efficiently? For those seeking to lose weight,...
Strength Training Basics: Progressive Overload
In the first installment of this series, I will be introducing a concept that I hope will broaden your understanding of what drives progress in the gym, and that is the concept of progressive overload. Undoubtedly one of the most important principles underlying any...
3 Tips for a Better Squat
Before we dive into this article, let me be the first to say that squatting is anything but easy. Not only is the exercise itself physically challenging, the technical execution can be daunting for those who are still learning the lift. One of my goals as a coach is...
Everything You Need to Know About the Barbell Hip Thrust
When it comes to building a killer physique, not many features compare to a strong, bullet-proof backside. A solid pair of glutes not only looks great, but it also helps prevent injuries and enhances performance both in the gym and in the field. Reasons to hip...