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The 6 Rep Rules
When I first started lifting weights in high school I mostly participated just so that I could be with my friends and to add a little bit of size for football and wrestling. I lifted for two years...
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What is your WHY?
I don’t know about you, but in the past two weeks I have been obsessed with watching all of the Olympic games! I love being able to watch the best athletes in the world compete at what they do best....
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Clean and Mean: A Guide for a Proper Hang Clean
As a strength coach and personal trainer at State of Fitness I work often with men’s football and wrestling teams. The two sports of football and wrestling both require the glycloytic energy system to...
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“Finish Him!” Finishers Done Right
If you have been part of a workout at State of Fitness I am sure you know what I am talking about implementing a finisher at the end of your workout. The part of your workout where your done with the...
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Why You Can’t Do Pushups
“Why can’t I do pushups?” I must hear that twice a week at State of Fitness. Don’t get me wrong, I actually like hearing this because it tells me that my client(s) are really in the gym to improve...
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Why You Can’t Do Pushups- Part 2
In my previous blog, Why You Can’t Do Pushups- Part 1, I discussed the importance of the pushup exercise. To recap a little on what I discussed: Good Form: Hands= Close to shoulder width apart, close...
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Be Who Your Dog Thinks You Are
It’s no secret that a dog is man’s best friend. Since picking up my main man Diesel 2 years ago, I can’t tell you how many good times and laughs that I’ve had because of him. Believe it or not, Diez...
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TRX Finisher
Want to add a little fire to your upper body day? Try this TRX finisher that I learned from my boss Justin Grinnell. I love this finisher because it really forces you to stay disciplined while you are...
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3 Reasons Your Kids Should Be Doing Sports Performance Academy This Summer
I have been involved with sports for a very long time. As a former Division I athlete, and now strength coach/personal trainer I have been a part of, and witnessed many athletes work hard to...
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Keeping Your Kids In the Game: Injury Prevention
The rewards children obtain from playing sports are unlike any other on this planet, but they come with a major risk: injury. A solid strength and conditioning program for a young athlete can help...
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