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Vacations, parties, traveling, and large family dinners can have a big impact on your health, stress level, and fitness level. Fortunately, a little bit of planning and some last-minute maneuvering can make this time of year a little easier. I want to share my favorite tips with you, in hopes... Read More

The holidays can be a challenging time of year when it comes to eating healthy and training. Our schedules are jammed with events, travel, and long to-do lists. Family gatherings and parties offer meals that could easily rack up more calories than your total daily allowance. But, with a few... Read More

Beautifully developed triceps tie the rear delts into the arms. They also add curves to the arm, which makes the physique look more impressive. Aside from looking nice, strong triceps help with stabilization and strength. Do you want to increase your bench press or military press? Then work the triceps.... Read More

In this 'fit tip' video Master's Bodybuilder Tim Nassen demos an adductor movement to help round out your quad development.  Read More

In this 'fit tip' video WBFF Pro & fit mom Carissa Johnson demos how to incorporate negatives to increase your upper-body strength and improve your pull-ups.  Read More

With any workout, it’s important to pay attention to the overall quality of the workout rather than the quantity. There are a few reasons why it can be beneficial to keep your training sessions to an hour or less for example. With any training advice, this isn’t a “must do”... Read More

Former Strength & Conditioning Coach Bryan Dermody talks about the importance of utilizing the barbell to improve your strength in your triceps.  Watch the video for his variation of the bench press that will help. Read More

If you're just starting out, calorie counting can be an effective way to familiarize yourself with portions and to keep yourself in check. But logging in each meal and fretting over a few calories here and there can cause unnecessary stress after a while. Plus, all calories are not created... Read More

A few weeks ago, I flew down to Cocoa Beach, Florida to compete in the USAWA Nationals.  I felt my training had been spot on for this meet, and was feeling strong. The caliber of competition was impressive, but I was feeling ready.   It was very hot and humid in... Read More

First off, a huge congratulation on taking 5th place at the CrossFit South Regional this year to punch your ticket to Madison for the 2018 CrossFit Games! Now that you’ve had time to soak it all in, how does it feel? Jared: It feels pretty incredible. That was a pretty cool... Read More