A hot Sunday morning in Atlanta had slowly turned into an even hotter afternoon. It was a long holiday weekend and the gym was empty with the exception of me and my best friend Richard Trammell, who owned ... Continue Reading
The Gym Is Not a Restaurant
"Many doctors believe in a false premise that the patient is king. It's what I sometimes refer to as the restaurant model of medicine. Well medicine isn't a restaurant, and the patient is not a patron, and ... Continue Reading
Healthy Airport Travel Made Simple
'Tis the season to travel. Planes, trains, and automobiles may be taking you places this summer, but that doesn’t mean they have to take your healthy lifestyle and throw it out the window. Stuck in ... Continue Reading
President’s “#0to60” Initiative Goes Nowhere
While the Chinese government is investing serious money and resources to improve the fitness of its citizens, the U.S. faces of a continuing epidemic of obesity and related diseases – not caused by ... Continue Reading
Athletes, You Need to Take a Break
As an athlete, it’s easy to get wrapped up in competing. Fitness activities seem to be happening all over the place these days. I know I feel left out when I’m not participating in something. We always ... Continue Reading
3 Amazing Full-Body Workouts for Summer Vacation
Summer is the time of the year to reap the benefits of your hard training and clean eating throughout the spring. Hopefully most of you know what I mean by that, and you are eager to take your new winter ... Continue Reading
This Is Why People Hate CrossFit
“It’s no fun ‘til someone dies…” – Tool, Vicarious Nobody died at last year’s Reebok CrossFit Games. If Dave Castro’s recent announcement is any indication, CrossFit HQ considers that a missed ... Continue Reading
#Fitmoms: Can We Stop With the Tiny Baby Bump Thing?
Before I place myself on the altar of personal Internet attacks, let me clarify a few things: I love pregnancy. I love lifting weights and working out during pregnancy. I love selfies of ... Continue Reading
Programming for Humans
To figure out how I should strength train, I turn to social media. It tells me everything I need to know. Okay, that's not true, but imagine if it was. It would be ludicrous, right? Not least ... Continue Reading
Build Mental Toughness in Kettlebell Sport
I love kettlebell sport because it’s one of the hardest things I’ve ever tried – and it never gets easier. The weights just get heavier and the pace increases. Of course with time and practice, your body ... Continue Reading
Are Wearable Fitness Trackers a Waste of Time?
When Greg Glassman talks, people listen. Arguably the most powerful man in the fitness industry, the CrossFit CEO recently spoke out against devices that monitor activity levels like Fitbits and Jawbones, ... Continue Reading
Get Your Fitness House in Order
One of the latest fads to hit Japan is the tidying craze, thanks in large part to best-selling author Marie Kondo’s 2011 book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. The book detailed the ‘KonMari’ method ... Continue Reading
Respect Your Pelvic Floor
You've probably heard people talk about foam rolling and mobility work, but have you ever heard them say they needed to go work on their pelvic floor? Didn’t think so. Instead, you might hear them joke ... Continue Reading
Daily Groundwork for a Stronger Squat
Mobility is like going to the dentist. No one likes it, but dental health is essential for your wellbeing, as is making sure your hips, shoulders, or ankles have the appropriate range of motion for safe ... Continue Reading
The Definitive Guide To Owning Your Flat-Footed Squat
When it comes to mobility challenges, it seems like mastering the flat-footed squat is one of the trickiest. Progress can be frustratingly slow, and even if we do get our heels down, we often find ... Continue Reading
Yoga and Sports: A Winning Combination
As yoga’s popularity has increased, I see more and more athletic programs using yoga-inspired movements. I think this is wonderful, and have absolutely no problem when people call these movements by ... Continue Reading
Improve Your Performance: Squats or Hip Thrusts?
Squats and hip thrusts have been used by strength and conditioning coaches for years to develop explosive power. There’s no secret that this training approach works to build strong athletes, but until now, ... Continue Reading
Ask, Don’t Tell: The Question-Behavior Effect
How many times have you said, "I'll eat more vegetables on Monday," or "I'll go to the gym five times next week" only to fall short your plan? These statements are usually backed by well-meaning ... Continue Reading
Prepare for Life’s Challenges: Train Martial Arts
My Sifu grew up on the wrong side of the tracks without many opportunities or much family support. But one thing he learned is that no matter what hand you’ve been dealt, you always have the ability to ... Continue Reading
Risk Versus Reward: Playing It Smart on Meet Day
Charles is here on a weekly basis to help you cut through the B.S. and get some real perspective regarding health and training. Please post feedback or questions to Charles directly in the comments below ... Continue Reading
It Takes Two: A Better Way of Warming Up to Lift Heavy
Charles is here on a weekly basis to help you cut through the B.S. and get some real perspective regarding health and training. Please post feedback or questions to Charles directly in the comments below ... Continue Reading
Anytime, Anywhere: 4 Minimalist Hinge Variations
I’ve always considered myself a minimalist at heart, so I guess it’s not surprising that my favorite training modality is bodyweight exercise. It’s simple, effective, portable, and easily ... Continue Reading
The Kettlebell Swing Isn’t Everything (But This Workout Is)
I normally hate those "what exercise would you do if you were stranded on a desert island" type questions. I don’t like being pushed to use just a single tool. My gym has many fun toys that all serve a ... Continue Reading
Grading Your Trainer: Are You Getting Your Money’s Worth?
You opt to hire a personal trainer to help you attain fitness goals. Lose fat Improve endurance Build muscle and strength Feel more confident Become healthier in general All of ... Continue Reading
