Can you lift AND do cardio?

Can you lift AND do cardio?

“Is it ok to have a goal for lifting AND for cardio? I want to get bigger AND I want to be able to run a 10k without much notice. I hear so much conflicting information.” First, it depends on your MAIN goal, how much time you have, and where you are on the...
Training plateau? A small victory

Training plateau? A small victory

A while back, Alex Viada urged people to stop seeing a training plateau as bad. “Because improved form and efficiency, greater fat oxidation, and reduced glycogen consumption per unit of work done are all TERRIBLE, especially for lifters.” Even if sarcasm...
Creating your personal diet philosophy

Creating your personal diet philosophy

A friend of mine is a notorious “speed dieter.” In the past 10 years, he’s hopped from Paleo to Carb Backloading to High Carb/Low Fat to Carnivore. And I’m sure I’m missing a few. But he’s not a “failed dieter.” In fact, he says he’s had good results with all of...
False Start; Offence

False Start; Offence

You’ve been there. I know for damn sure I have. You look at your schedule and there it is—a solid stretch of relative normalcy. A good run of time where you could commit to getting leaner, or bigger, or even just clean-house on some bad habits that have taken...
Focus on what matters

Focus on what matters

When it comes to health and fitness, what’s often overlooked in the decision-making process is prioritizing what fits YOU — specifically, what fits your individual needs, schedule, limitations, and family life. And it’s not just practical—it’s powerful. It...