United States Army Major David Nixon is a man of many talents and skills. He is also very passionate about the work he does and the difference he can make. One specific focus has stood out for him, though, sleep. He has been devoted to increasing awareness of its importance in general, and...
Even though we are all fans of the gym, most of you might agree that it is challenging to make this a usual daily routine, there is so much on our plates and the gym usually isn’t our first or second priority. But, as we still do want to look good and be healthy, we’ve tried various home workout...
If anyone had any doubts about whether Missy Truscott could return from a catastrophic knee injury, they were quickly put to rest on Friday. The two-time Olympia Fitness champion earned her third Olympia Fitness title with a dominating performance during Friday’s finals of the 2024 Olympia at...
Less than 24 hours after a record-setting press conference and successful Meet the Olympians event, The 2024 Olympia kicks off with Friday morning free judging at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Thousands of fans sat in the seats and stood behind the seating area as their favorite competitors...
If you were to pay a trainer, nutritionist, or coach to help you reach your fitness goals, then you would have to invest in that expert to help you. Imagine how much it would cost to hire someone that is established as one of the premiere experts in the world. The cost would increase...
It’s a little after noon on a Monday in July, and the UFC Gym in North Brunswick, New Jersey, is uncharacteristically quiet. In walks 6-foot-3 Nick Hexum, the 54-year-old lead singer of 311, duffel bag in hand. He’s got a smile on his face, but his eyes tell a different story: The dude is tired...
Diet culture, nutritional fads, and trending eats—how is anyone supposed to know what’s good for them? The Fitness Group is training professionals to be educated fitness instructors, personal trainers, and nutritional coaches. The institution offers level 4 nutrition courses, which include...
If you’re relying on a simple eyeball test to determine the age of Freddie Quartlebaum, chances are, you’re going to guess wrong every single time.
He’s 6’2, 220 pounds, carrying 9% body fat and with an upper body built more like an All-Pro linebacker than a college basketball executive, the...
When bodybuilding fans and fitness enthusiasts think of an expo, they mostly think about a massive showcase of nutrition, apparel and equipment brands coming together, passing out swag and unveiling new products, along with an endless supply of influencers and celebs.
The 2024 Olympia World...
While “buddy” or “pal” is a popular term for North Americans to call their friends and comrades, the word “mate” has been missing in action despite its immense popularity in other English-speaking lands like Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. One man: Luke Milton, is changing the...
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To list off all of Judi Brown Clarke’s accomplishments would require writing a book, but she may be best known for her silver medal in the 400-meter hurdles at the 1984 Olympics, her gold medals in the 1983 and 1987 Pan American...
By Leo Shveyd, Co-Owner at Advanced Wellness
“Personal training” traditionally refers to one-on-one training, one coach to one trainee. However, personalized training can have many of the same benefits as personal training as well as actually adding a few more!
Personalized training is...
By Leo Shveyd, Co-Owner of Advanced Wellness
In this 3-part series, we have reviewed:
Part 1: The Essentials of Good Conditioning
In Part 2, we discuss how to tie fitness goals to your conditioning strategy…
Most fitness goals fall into two main categories (1) improved musculoskeletal system...
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A person’s VO₂ max is the maximum amount of oxygen that a person can take in during intense exercise. It is a very important tool for athletes that track their fitness progress. Do you know what your VO₂ max is? There is a formula...
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Heidi Somers, famously known as Buffbunny, has become a symbol of strength, resilience, and empowerment, in the fitness community. With millions of followers across social media platforms and a thriving business empire, Somers has transformed her passion for fitness into a movement that inspires...
Social Media, Fitness, and Bad Info
Social media is both a blessing and a curse, especially when it comes to fitness influencers. Here's what to watch out for.
I have a love/hate relationship with fitness influencers and social media. I love social media because it’s an incredibly powerful tool...
You have fitness goals. Some might be near-term, like losing two pounds this month. Others might be long shots, like competing in your first marathon next year. Regardless, your goals aren’t likely to happen if you aren’t holding yourself accountable.
To be sure, accountability can be hard to...
Jeff Nippard is a lifetime natural bodybuilder and a respected coach who is driven by the data as relates to health and fitness, so it may have come as a surprise to many when his latest video hit YouTube with the title “Steroids Are Awesome.” The new episode was his first to smash one hundred...