I specialize in tough but simple training for guys over 40 who are ready to stop beating themselves in the name of “fitness” and start training for longevity.
Time
Just a few days ago, a friend told me some stories about frustrating past experiences with personal trainers. The typical stuff, like how they pretend to listen to what you want, but then the training isn’t something that will help with your goal. This guy works in film, and he travels a lot for work,…
It’s Been Awhile
I’ve been bad. A few months ago, my friend Justin had me on his podcast, and he said some very kind things to me. He told me I’m a “great writer” and he praised the authenticity of my Instagram videos. Since then, I’ve published one blog post and zero videos. Now, I’ve written and recorded…
What I Learned From Martial Arts Training
Looking back, I see three clear phases in my training life. When I first began lifting weights at 14, I had no idea what I was doing. But I quickly hooked up with other skinny and weak teenagers who didn’t know what they were doing, either. And we helped each other. The funny thing, it…
My First Interview
Yesterday, my friend Justin Keane, owner of https://woodshedstrength.com, had me on his podcast. It was an interesting experience for me to be interviewed, and a great opportunity for me to talk about my background and business. It was tough for me to listen to the first half of it, in part because of the very…
Why I Love Trap Bar Deadlifts
If you have been reading my blog, you know that I’m a general fitness trainer, and that I like working with regular guys who understand the value of physical strength. That’s how I see myself. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve had to make adjustments. The biggest one has been in how I work my legs.…
Walk It Off
One of the things I still love about living in a city is walking. Most of my errands can be done on foot quicker and more easily than any other way. I would recommend that almost any client, whatever their goals, should be walking. Out of shape and unsure where to start? Start by walking.…
Limitations and Willingness
When I was turning 40, people warned me that things would change. I was fit and strong and determined to prove them wrong. I knew that being active would help me stay younger than most, for longer. I set goals and I set priorities. I got six more years, and then surgery. Truth is, I…
What Can I Do For You?
Many years ago, I was introduced to the concept that when starting a new job, or interviewing for one, I should ask, “What can I do for you?” This question is the basis for all personal training and online coaching. The most important consideration in coming up with a plan, is, “What’s your goal?” Your…
Turning 50
I’m 50. It’s strange to type that, and to read it. When I was a kid, 50 seemed old. My dad certainly seemed old when he turned 50; I was already out of college, so compared to me, he was. He was also inactive. I remember being really young, like six or seven, and watching…
Online Coaching
Online coaching is something fairly new in the gym world. At least, it’s fairly new to me. The basic idea behind online coaching is that most people don’t need a personal trainer to be in the gym with them every time they work out. What they need is someone to provide a training protocol they…
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