A Simple Guide to Living a Healthy, Active Life in 2024 As the new year begins, many of us are caught between setting ambitious goals or simply striving to live healthier, more active lives. What if your only goal is just that—to be active, healthy, and strong for years to come? Let’s explore what that …
No Clear Goal? No Problem: How to Prioritize Health and Activity Read More »
When it comes to achieving fitness goals, many of us look to motivation as the key factor in success. We believe that willpower and talent will push us through tough times. However, if we dig a little deeper, we find that motivation is often overvalued. As James Clear discusses in his book Atomic Habits, environment …
Motivation is Overvalued: Why Environment Matters More Read More »
As the year comes to a close, it’s natural to set our sights on the “blank slate” ahead. But before looking forward, it’s essential to reflect on the past — not to dwell on mistakes but to learn from them and use those lessons to shape your future. The Power of Reflection One of the …
Looking Back to Move Forward: A Roadmap for 2025 Read More »
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death worldwide, affecting millions each year. Alarmingly, it impacts nearly half of all men before the age of 55, highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention. Its development is influenced by a complex interplay of risk factors that accumulate over a lifetime. This perspective, known as …
The Cumulative Exposure Model: Understanding Lifelong Cardiovascular Risk Read More »
“Sit-ups are bad for your back.” “Rounding your back during deadlifts will wreck your discs.” These are just two of the many warnings you may have heard when it comes to protecting your spine during exercise. For years, I structured my training—and that of my clients—around these claims, striving to avoid anything that might “damage” …
Do Discs Adapt? The Science Behind Spinal Disc Health and Exercise Read More »
We all know life is unpredictable, and so is sport. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, things just don’t go as planned. But how do you prepare your body to adapt and bounce back when things go wrong? Building physical resilience can make all the difference. Resilience is more than just avoiding injury; it’s about preparing …
Building Resilience: Train for the Unexpected in Life and Sport Read More »
When it comes to building functional hypertrophy—muscle size that translates to real strength and performance—Fabio Zonin has redefined the game. A StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor and seasoned competitor in natural bodybuilding and powerlifting, Fabio created Built Strong to bridge the gap between aesthetics and function. Inspired by foundational strength principles, Built Strong is a unique …
Beyond Bodybuilding: Building Functional Muscle with Built Strong Read More »
What if the key to reducing back pain was as simple as putting one foot in front of the other? If you’re someone dealing with frustrating back pain or looking to avoid its recurrence, you might want to grab your walking shoes—because it turns out walking could be a game-changer! Why Walking Can Help with …
Is “Walk It Off” Actually Great Advice for Back Pain? Read More »
In today’s fast-paced world, the allure of instant results is more enticing than ever. The fitness industry, inundated with flashy advertisements and celebrity endorsements, often promotes quick fixes and trendy workouts that promise dramatic transformations overnight. However, when it comes to building genuine strength and achieving long-term health benefits, patience and consistency trump the ephemeral …
Patience is a Virtue: The Long Game of Strength Training vs. Chasing Pop Fitness Trends Read More »
Aging is inevitable, but frailty doesn’t have to be. While many of us fear getting older means becoming weak and dependent, research tells a different story. The truth is, while age-related decline is real, it doesn’t have to be dramatic, nor does it need to start early. A few days of exercise each week can …
