Have you ever tried to lose weight by working out more and eating less? I’ve been there.And it works… but only for a little while. Over the years, I’ve done some crazy workout and diet programs: Most of these approaches were coupled with some type of diet restriction too. Some worked better than others for…
Ever feel like there’s just too much noise in the fitness world? One person says intermittent fasting is the key.Another says you need six meals a day.Someone else says burpees are essential—and then there’s the liver king guy… It’s overwhelming. And it leads to the same outcome every time: Paralysis by analysis. But what if…
“How do you know when enough is enough when it comes to your workouts?” Great question—and one I hear often, especially from guys getting back into fitness after a long layoff. And as much as I’d love to give you a one-size-fits-all answer, the truth is:It depends. More Isn’t Always Better In a culture that…
From 5 Miles to 100 Miles (In 3 Months) Three months ago, I had never run more than 5 miles—And that was back in high school. The first 8 months of 2023?I probably logged 15–20 miles total, mostly wearing a weighted vest while training for Murph. And yet last weekend…I finished a 100-mile ultramarathon in…
Feeling Overwhelmed by Fitness Advice? You’re not alone. Everywhere you look, there’s a new expert telling you: It’s no wonder you feel stuck, confused, or paralyzed. Let’s clear the noise. What Actually Works? I’m not here to give you my way as the only way. But I’ve tested this with myself, my clients, friends, and…
There’s no one-size-fits-all workout plan—but if your goal is to build real strength and avoid injury, there are six foundational movement patterns every program should include if your goal is strength and longevity. These movement patterns don’t rely on any specific set of exercises or fancy equipment. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced lifter,…
Proven Strategies to Keep Lifting With Pain (Without Making It Worse) You’ve probably heard that if you’re in pain, you should stop working out. But that’s one of the worst pieces of advice you can get. Knowing when to keep going and when to stop is a great skill to develop. Pain doesn’t automatically mean…
Working out when your time is limited: here’s what to focus on when you only have 2–3 hours a week My schedule forced me to be working out with limited time. I thought my results would go out the window, but it was the opposite. 12 months ago, I cut my training time in half—and…