Ab Rollouts: How to Perform Them Well and Two Variations: 1 Entry Level, 1 John Wick Level
Ab wheel rollouts are a common choice for those looking to work their (anterior) core muscles. The main objective of the exercise of course is to make you hate life resist too much extension of the lower back. In short: It can be considered a (mostly) anti-extension exercise. Today I wanted to quickly share two […]
Boom or Bust: Why You’re Always Hurt
I work with hurt people for a living. It’s not uncommon for people to seek out a coach or trainer because an exercise doesn’t feel right or because something – a shoulder, a knee, lower back, their soul perhaps – routinely hurts and they can’t seem to get out of their own way. That’s where […]
Passive vs. Active Foot For Squatting Performance
There’s a lot to think about and that can (potentially) go wrong when you have a barbell on your back. Is it better to high-bar squat or low-bar squat? Big air! Are my lats engaged? Where are my elbows positioned? Head position? On the descent is it hips back or knees forward? (Hint: it’s both). […]
60 Second Deadlift Tip: What’s the Best Grip To Use?
Which Is the Best Grip To Use? This is a tricky question and one I’m asked often when discussing how I coach up the deadlift. We have to be cognizant of balancing what will likely help prevent injury (namely a bicep tendon tear), but also allow for optimal performance and turn you into a deadlifting […]
What’s Better For Weight Loss: Cardio or Lifting Weights?
I’m a member of a local neighborhood bank here in Boston. I joined a year ago when I finally grew tired of all the shady hidden fees my previous bank was hammering me with – maintenance fees, minimal balance fees, checking fees, etc. It’s been a lovely experience and I appreciate the more personalized approach […]
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