15 Minutes of Strength

It has been a while and this episode is an update as to what I want to do with these podcasts going forward and how I plan on adding it in video format. The goal has always been to provide simple, practical and easy to understand training advice and I will continue to do that in a philosophical level using this format. Questions on topics and constructive feedback are welcome! Than

In this (unlucky) episode I read and answer a subscriber’s question on how to train as we get older. It is very important to maintain your strength as you age to keep your body and mind healthy. If I were to construct a program for a healthy lifestyle I would make sure my mindset is one of a long-term health and fitness journey which makes the details slightly less relevant as si

In this episode I go over how to workout by Yourself successfully, yes, there are benefits. The two most challenging elements will be Motivation and therefore that affects Consistency which will stifle progress. Consistency is King/Queen! You can have low motivation but do it anyway. Schedule your Workout during your day. Have a Backup Plan if things change that day. Have a Plan fo

In this episode I go over why a home gym is essential and what makes up the perfect home gym for you. In this episode I will discuss: Why a home gym is necessary Home gym personal purpose Essential space and equipment to consider Thanks for Listening! Contact: [email protected] Clickable Links: Newsletter YouTube Channel Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this episode I go overtime with trainer Tevin Cherry who has cerebral palsy and is using strength and conditioning training to overcome his condition and help others out as well. In this episode we discuss Tevin’s journey: Who Tevin Cherry is When he got diagnosed Cerebral Palsy What Rehabilitation looked like 30-years ago How he took over his own training in college His early

It happens to all of us inevitably, the dreaded injury. Though we might not be able to participate in all the activities we were currently doing; this does not mean you can stop training all together. Remember there is a lot more that you CAN do than can’t. In this episode I will go over a game-plan on how to work around those injuries and keep you in the game. 1) Honest assessme

Is it Ok to Workout Everyday?The Sh ort Answer…YES but how do you do it. Distinguish between WORKING OUT and TRAINING Listening to your body: Before, During, and AfterTraining Variability (weights, running, kettlebells, bodyweight, yoga etc.)Include daily recovery exercises, movementsA few times a year consider training for something Thanks for Listening! Contact: info@riseaboves

As the New Year comes upon us so come the Resolutions or Proclamations to do Better this Year but are they really the right way go about it when: 80% does by the second week of February (approx.…36 days) There might be a better way as in to make Goals: Start from a positive place Make a Goal List of what you want to accomplish: · Make categories with specific goals · Make some

In this episode: The beginnings of Steve’s strength journey. Our first weight sets. What drove him to start lifting weights. What keeps him going to continue training. What our weight training was like during high school. How his training has changed over the years. His current training goals. Necessity being the key to progression. Movement being therapy. What he would tell his

In this episode I will go over the Most Common Mistakes I have seen over the years of training and give my opinion on how to shift towards the optimal. Your Plan Most people’s plan are either Too Much or Not Enough Define your Goals first and be honest about them: How do you want to train? How often? What are you training for? Chasing Numbers Good way to quantify workout and see