Unconventional Training: Strength & Conditioning Beyond the Norm fun workouts how to train unconventionally kettlebell training kettlebell workouts new training methods popular training methods steel maces and steel clubs strength and conditioning the most fun type of workouts unconventional training unconventional training is fun what is unconventional training Feb 16, 2025

Unconventional training isn’t unconventional because it’s ineffective or new, it’s just not the standard barbell and dumbbell dominated approach that most people think of when they hear “strength and conditioning.”

Instead, it’s a mix of old school training methods and movement patterns that are e...

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Mastering Bodyweight Movements: My Favorite Progression Feb 12, 2025

Bodyweight movements are the foundation of strength and endurance. Whether it's pull-ups, dips, push-ups, or sit-ups, they all can be improved drastically by utilizing two things: a smart progression and consistency.

Although anyone can have the goal of increasing their bodyweight strength and endu...

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Experimenting with Training Programs: What Actually Works? best training programs online personal trainer personal training results from fitness programs strength and conditioning unconventional training what fitness programs work best? what programs get results fastest? Feb 10, 2025

I’ve experimented with a ton of different programming styles over the years, and I’ve been lucky enough to test-run variations of them all — both in person and online— with over 20,000 people now.

What started as a simple boot camp for soccer moms and dads in my hometown eventually led to working w...

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Cardio Conversions For Garage Gym Fitness Doers cardio alternatives cardio anywhere cardio conversions crossfit cardio substitutions free cardio conversions garage gym workouts how to sub bike for run how to sub run for row workout modifications Feb 05, 2025

Make Cardio Work for You Anywhere, Anytime

Working out at home, in a hotel gym, or in a space without a treadmill or running track doesn’t mean you have to skip the cardio. Whether you’re training in your garage, traveling for work, or just don’t have access to traditional running space, you can st...

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Wearables Are Tools, Not Rules | The Good, The Bad, The Balance best wearable for fitness fitness technology fitness trackers pros and cons garmin vs oura ring how to use fitness trackers hrv recovery tracking sleep tracker wearable data wearables Jan 29, 2025

Wearable fitness technology has revolutionized the way we track health and performance. Whether it’s an Oura Ring, WHOOP strap, Garmin watch, or an Apple Watch, these devices provide an incredible amount of data on sleep quality, daily activity, heart rate variability (HRV), recovery, and more.

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Should You Train When You're Sick? can you train when sick diet for performance eating for performace should i train when i'm sick smart training the neck rule train smart train when sick wearable data wearables Dec 20, 2024

 'Tis the season to ask yourself: "Should I skip the gym today because I’m sick, or do I train through it?" Whether you’re battling a mild sniffle or feeling completely wiped out, it’s essential to know when to push forward and when to hit pause. Here’s a simple, 3-step process to help you decide:

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Common Barriers to Fitness Success and Strategies to Succeed Dec 09, 2024

Ever feel like you’re doing everything right in your fitness journey, but the results just aren’t showing up? You’re not alone.

The truth is, reaching your fitness goals is a lot about recognizing and overcoming the barriers that might be holding you back... and we all face them!

Whether it’s mind...

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How To Change Your Relationship With Food breaking food guilt eating for performance emotional eating food for fuel healthy eating habits meal prep ideas mindful eating nourishment nutrition for health relationship with food solutions for emotional eating Nov 18, 2024

Changing your relationship with food is about shifting from a mindset of restriction, guilt, or mindless consumption to one of mindfulness, balance, and nourishment.

This can be a significant challenge for many because eating is deeply tied to culture, habits, and emotions.

Food often represents ...

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