When Life Fell Apart, I Remembered the Rule I Made at 14
At fourteen, I made a quiet commitment that shaped my fitness journey, and now, decades later, I’m learning to keep that promise again.
Category: fitness
The Growing Concern Around Ozempic and Other Weight Loss Drugs
As reports surface linking Ozempic, Mounjaro, and other weight loss drugs to serious side effects like acute pancreatitis, it’s time we ask, are they worth taking and are we being told the full story?
Grief, Pressure, and the Discipline That Carries You: Fitness Isn’t Always About the Gym
In December, after losing my mother, I faced overwhelming grief and life’s pressures, including work and fatigue. While fitness has been my anchor, it became a struggle. Yet, I learned resilience and adaptability, trusting I’ll regain my strength and return.
A Gym Is No Place for This Behavior—Ever
I never want to see this again. The gym is a place for support and respect. If you see anything else, speak up.
Just One More: Breaking Through Gym Plateaus
Ten is good, but if you want to get more, try one more.
Training Like an Olympian: What It Really Means for Everyday Life
The Olympics showcase dedication and perseverance of athletes, with their inspiring stories and sacrifices. We can learn valuable lessons from their hard work, but adapting them to our own lives is crucial.
The Art of Spotting, How to Help Your Fellow Gym Goer Achieve More
A spotter can play a crucial role in weightlifting, ensuring safety and offering support. Here’s how to spot effectively, leading to successful lifts and preventing injuries.
Progressive Overload: Transform Your Training Today
Progressive overload is key for consistent strength and fitness gains. It involves gradually increasing workout intensity to avoid plateaus, customize training, and ensure continuous improvement, making it a fundamental and versatile approach to fitness.
The Discipline Dilemma: Reflections on Resources, Circumstances, and Personal Wellness
Celebrities’ lavish wellness resources and disciplined routines can seem alluring, but access alone does not ensure personal discipline and wellness commitment. Self-discipline remains crucial.
The Importance of Specialization and Honesty in Fitness Training
A gym encounter highlighted the diverse nature of fitness training and the importance of honesty in guiding others.
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