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Training
Get tips, tricks, and expert advice on how to achieve training goals. [Read more…]
Nutrition
These articles provide information on how to fuel your body to support your fat loss goals, strength training goals, and sports performance goals.
Supplements
Sports nutritional supplements have become an integral part of the modern athlete’s toolkit, offering a wide array of potential benefits, from enhancing recovery and optimizing energy levels to supporting muscle growth and overall health. [Read more…]
Motivation
Discover the insights that prompt individuals to take action and pursue self-improvement.
Exercises
Discover the proper technique and the muscle actions involved in our growing database of exercises.
Hormones
If you’re curious about the profound impact hormones have on our bodies and overall well-being, you’ve arrived at the perfect destination. [Read more…]
Ask Dave
Dave DePew, the founder of Grinder Gym and a seasoned expert in strength training, nutrition, and personal development, provides detailed answers to a variety of professional and personal questions. [Read more…]
Recent Articles:
- What to Bring to Your Training Sessions: A Checklist for Successby Dave DePewBeing prepared for your training sessions is essential to getting the most out of your workouts. Whether you’re new to fitness or a seasoned athlete,… Read more: What to Bring to Your Training Sessions: A Checklist for Success
- Crafting Routines: Effective Chest Workoutby Dave DePewBuilding an impressive chest isn’t just about benching heavy—it’s about consistently hitting all areas of the pectorals with the right combination of load, volume, range… Read more: Crafting Routines: Effective Chest Workout
- Push-Up Power: Variations for a Stronger Chestby Dave DePewDiscover advanced push-up variations to enhance chest strength and definition. Push-ups are more than a beginner movement or warm-up routine. They are a time-tested bodyweight… Read more: Push-Up Power: Variations for a Stronger Chest
- Bench Press Variations for Chest Gainsby Dave DePewExplore various bench press techniques to target different areas of your chest effectively. The bench press is one of the most iconic exercises in strength… Read more: Bench Press Variations for Chest Gains
- Flexible Scheduling: How We Accommodate Your Busy Lifestyleby Dave DePewFinding time to prioritize fitness can be challenging, especially when you’re juggling work, family, and other commitments. At the same time, consistency is crucial for… Read more: Flexible Scheduling: How We Accommodate Your Busy Lifestyle
- The Science of Pre-Workout Supplements: What Really Worksby Dave DePewPre-workout supplements have gained widespread popularity among fitness enthusiasts, promising enhanced energy, improved endurance, and skin-splitting muscle pumps. But how much of their effectiveness is… Read more: The Science of Pre-Workout Supplements: What Really Works
- How We Structure Your Weekly Workouts for Maximum Resultsby Dave DePewConsistency is key when it comes to achieving fitness goals, but it’s not just about showing up to the gym regularly. The structure of your… Read more: How We Structure Your Weekly Workouts for Maximum Results
- Timing Your Workouts for Peak Performance: Harnessing Supercompensationby Dave DePewMaximizing training results isn’t just about how hard you work—it’s also about when you train. Supercompensation, the body’s adaptive response to training stress, plays a… Read more: Timing Your Workouts for Peak Performance: Harnessing Supercompensation
- Pushing Boundaries Safely: Strategies for Progressive Overloadby Dave DePewProgress in fitness relies on the principle of progressive overload—the gradual increase in training demands to stimulate muscle growth, strength gains, and overall performance improvements.… Read more: Pushing Boundaries Safely: Strategies for Progressive Overload
- What to Expect in a Typical Training Sessionby Dave DePewStarting a new fitness program can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure what to expect. Walking into a gym for the first… Read more: What to Expect in a Typical Training Session
- Strategic Overreaching: A Pathway to Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophyby Dave DePewExperiencing persistent fatigue, diminished performance, or a lack of enthusiasm in your training regimen may lead you to suspect overtraining. However, true overtraining syndrome (OTS)… Read more: Strategic Overreaching: A Pathway to Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophy
- No, Fruit Won’t Make You Fat: How Fruit Helps Your Health Goalsby Dave DePewYou’ve probably heard it before: “Don’t eat too much fruit—it’ll make you fat.” Somehow, in the world of diet trends and fitness myths, fruit—one of… Read more: No, Fruit Won’t Make You Fat: How Fruit Helps Your Health Goals
- Progress Over Perfection: Why Any Exercise Is Better Than No Exerciseby Dave DePewWhy do so many people struggle to start exercising? It’s not a lack of information—everywhere you turn, there are articles, studies, and fitness influencers reminding… Read more: Progress Over Perfection: Why Any Exercise Is Better Than No Exercise
- Why Our Training Approach Works: Evidence-Based Methods for Successby Dave DePewIn a fitness world filled with trends, fads, and conflicting advice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when choosing the right training program. What sets our… Read more: Why Our Training Approach Works: Evidence-Based Methods for Success
- The Silent Nature of Mastery: Beyond Willpower, Sacrifice, and Struggleby Dave DePewMastery is often misunderstood. From the outside, we perceive the most disciplined individuals as those who relentlessly push forward, overcoming struggle through sheer willpower. We… Read more: The Silent Nature of Mastery: Beyond Willpower, Sacrifice, and Struggle
- Neural Adaptations: The Key to Strength, Speed, and Efficiency in Trainingby Dave DePewNeural adaptations refer to the changes in the nervous system that enhance movement efficiency, coordination, strength, and power output. These adaptations occur as a response… Read more: Neural Adaptations: The Key to Strength, Speed, and Efficiency in Training
- Why the Big Box Gym Will Zap Your Motivationby Dave DePewAt first glance, the big box gym seems like the perfect place to start your fitness journey. It’s cheap, accessible, and filled with shiny equipment.… Read more: Why the Big Box Gym Will Zap Your Motivation
- Preventing Burnout: How to Balance Intensity and Recoveryby Dave DePewIn the pursuit of fitness goals, it’s easy to get caught up in the intensity of your workouts, pushing yourself to the limit in the… Read more: Preventing Burnout: How to Balance Intensity and Recovery
- Getting Started with a Customized Fitness Program at Grinder Gymby Dave DePewAt Grinder Gym, we believe that training should be personalized, structured, and built for results. One-size-fits-all programs can only take you so far, which is… Read more: Getting Started with a Customized Fitness Program at Grinder Gym
- How We Customize Your Program: Tailoring Workouts to Your Fitness Levelby Dave DePewOne-size-fits-all workout programs can only get you so far. To truly reach your fitness potential, your program needs to be customized to your unique fitness… Read more: How We Customize Your Program: Tailoring Workouts to Your Fitness Level
- Ape Arms 2025 Strict Curl Championships – Are You Ready to Claim Victory?by Dave DePewThe battle for curling supremacy is coming to Grinder Gym in San Diego, CA on February 16, 2025! This ISCA-sanctioned competition will bring lifters of… Read more: Ape Arms 2025 Strict Curl Championships – Are You Ready to Claim Victory?
- The Sasquatch Squeeze 2025 is coming to Grinder Gym on February 23, 2025by Dave DePewGet ready for an intense test of grip strength at the Sasquatch Squeeze 2025 Armlifting Competition, presented by Grinder Gym and Grinder Strength Sports! This… Read more: The Sasquatch Squeeze 2025 is coming to Grinder Gym on February 23, 2025
- Why Charging a Spectator Fee is Essential for Strength Sports Eventsby Dave DePewCharging a spectator fee for strength sports events has been a debated topic for years. Some believe free admission increases attendance, while others recognize that… Read more: Why Charging a Spectator Fee is Essential for Strength Sports Events
- Armwrestling: Defining Competition Levelsby Dave DePewArmwrestling is a sport that welcomes athletes of all skill levels, from those just starting to seasoned professionals competing on the world stage. To ensure… Read more: Armwrestling: Defining Competition Levels
- Understanding Our Training Philosophy: What Sets Us Apartby Dave DePewChoosing the right training program or coach is more than just picking someone who seems knowledgeable or a program that looks effective. It’s about finding… Read more: Understanding Our Training Philosophy: What Sets Us Apart
- How Long Does It Take to See Results? Setting Realistic Expectationsby Dave DePewOne of the most common questions in any fitness journey is, “How long will it take to see results?” While the answer can vary greatly… Read more: How Long Does It Take to See Results? Setting Realistic Expectations
- What to Do When You Hit a Plateau: Strategies for Breaking Throughby Dave DePewHitting a plateau is a common experience in any fitness journey. Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or improve performance, there comes a… Read more: What to Do When You Hit a Plateau: Strategies for Breaking Through
- Mastering Your Inner Battle: How the Lower and Higher Self Shape Fitness Successby Dave DePewIn fitness, as in life, we’re constantly wrestling between two opposing forces within us: our lower self and our higher self. Robert Greene, in The… Read more: Mastering Your Inner Battle: How the Lower and Higher Self Shape Fitness Success
- Show Your Strength at the Curls of Gold 2024 Power Curl Championships!by Dave DePewStep onto the stage and prove your power at the Curls of Gold 2024, hosted by Grinder Gym and Grinder Strength Sports. On Sunday, March… Read more: Show Your Strength at the Curls of Gold 2024 Power Curl Championships!
- Forged by Fire: Becoming the Hero or the Villainby Dave DePewEvery story begins somewhere, but not all stories lead to the same ending. Adversity, trauma, and hardship are universal experiences, shaping who we are and… Read more: Forged by Fire: Becoming the Hero or the Villain
- Get Ready to Grip and Rip at the Paddy Pull 2025 Armwrestling Tournament!by Dave DePewJoin us on March 16, 2024, at Grinder Gym, San Diego, for the Paddy Pull 2025, where armwrestlers of all levels battle for glory, cash… Read more: Get Ready to Grip and Rip at the Paddy Pull 2025 Armwrestling Tournament!
- Rise to the Challenge at the Ape Arms 2025 Strict Curl Championships!by Dave DePewAre you ready to prove your power and claim victory? Join us on February 16, 2025, at Grinder Gym in San Diego, CA, for the… Read more: Rise to the Challenge at the Ape Arms 2025 Strict Curl Championships!
- Unleash Your Strength at the Wrath of the Warrior 2025 Strongman Competitionby Dave DePewStep into the arena where legends are forged and warriors rise. Grinder Strength Sports and Grinder Strongman Club presents the Wrath of the Warrior 2025… Read more: Unleash Your Strength at the Wrath of the Warrior 2025 Strongman Competition
- Tracking Your Progress: The Best Methods for Measuring Successby Dave DePewTracking your progress is an essential part of any fitness journey. It’s not just about seeing numbers change on the scale but understanding how your… Read more: Tracking Your Progress: The Best Methods for Measuring Success
- The Iron Veil of Resilience: Building Mental and Physical Strength Through Adversityby Dave DePewThe “Iron Veil” is the unseen strength forged through adversity. It represents the internal battles we face when life demands more than we think we… Read more: The Iron Veil of Resilience: Building Mental and Physical Strength Through Adversity
- Rethinking Cardio: The Most Effective Way to Use Cardio for Fat-Burningby Dave DePewTo effectively use cardio for fat loss, the best approach is to combine moderate-intensity steady-state cardio (MISS) with high-intensity interval training (HIIT). This mix allows… Read more: Rethinking Cardio: The Most Effective Way to Use Cardio for Fat-Burning
- Powerlifter AJ Roberts On Schedule to Hold APO West Coast Wreckage 2025 Powerlifting Meet at Grinder Gymby Dave DePewReady to showcase your strength and compete with the best? Join us at Grinder Gym in San Diego on Sunday, April 6, 2024, for an… Read more: Powerlifter AJ Roberts On Schedule to Hold APO West Coast Wreckage 2025 Powerlifting Meet at Grinder Gym
- It’s Not That You’re Old: The Truth About Aging and Healthby Dave DePewAging is inevitable, but feeling old is optional. Many people attribute their aches, fatigue, and lack of vitality to getting older, but the reality is… Read more: It’s Not That You’re Old: The Truth About Aging and Health
- Dave Interviewed By Kane Fontecchioby Dave DePewI’m thrilled to sit down with Kane Fontecchio to dive deep into the exciting future of armwrestling here in Southern California. We’ll be talking about… Read more: Dave Interviewed By Kane Fontecchio
- Battle-Test Your Gains: Proving Your Armwrestling Performance in Real Competitionby Dave DePewYou’re going to the gym, putting in the time, putting in the reps on dumbbell movements, pronating your kettlebell, doing the strap lifts, hammer exercises,… Read more: Battle-Test Your Gains: Proving Your Armwrestling Performance in Real Competition
- The Seduction of Strength: How to Attract and Maintain a Passion for Fitnessby Dave DePewFitness, like any great love, begins with attraction and deepens into a lasting commitment. The art of “seduction,” as described by Robert Greene in The… Read more: The Seduction of Strength: How to Attract and Maintain a Passion for Fitness
- Strategic Fitness: Crafting a Long-Term Plan for Physical and Mental Dominanceby Dave DePewFitness success isn’t about quick fixes or fleeting wins—it’s about crafting a plan that builds physical and mental dominance over the long haul. Achieving this… Read more: Strategic Fitness: Crafting a Long-Term Plan for Physical and Mental Dominance
- The Power of Patience: Why Long-Term Gains Beat Quick Fixesby Dave DePewPatience is the bedrock of lasting success in both fitness and life. It’s the ability to stay committed to your goals while trusting that consistent… Read more: The Power of Patience: Why Long-Term Gains Beat Quick Fixes
- Armwrestling’s Secret Weapon: Bigger, Stiffer, and Stronger Tendonsby Dave DePewTendon growth, or Tendofibrillar Hypertrophy, is a crucial factor in armwrestling, a sport that demands unparalleled tendon strength, stiffness, and resilience. The intense mechanical stresses… Read more: Armwrestling’s Secret Weapon: Bigger, Stiffer, and Stronger Tendons
- The Science of Tendon Growth: Principles for Strength and Resilienceby Dave DePewTendon hypertrophy, while not categorized by an established classification system or universally accepted naming convention, can be understood through the lens of localized adaptations. Tendon… Read more: The Science of Tendon Growth: Principles for Strength and Resilience
- Someday or Today: Breaking Free from the Pull of Comfortby Dave DePewThere is a powerful limiting force that thrives on our desire for comfort. It’s a subtle yet potent pull, rooted in our innate yearning for… Read more: Someday or Today: Breaking Free from the Pull of Comfort
- Rethinking Cardio: Why Cardio Isn’t the Best Strategy for Weight Lossby Dave DePewWhen it comes to losing weight, cardio is often hailed as the ultimate solution. But while it has its place, relying solely on cardio as… Read more: Rethinking Cardio: Why Cardio Isn’t the Best Strategy for Weight Loss
- Staying Motivated: How to Set Realistic Fitness Goals and Achieve Themby Dave DePewSetting realistic fitness goals is the cornerstone of any successful training program. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a beginner just starting, having clear, achievable… Read more: Staying Motivated: How to Set Realistic Fitness Goals and Achieve Them
- Attention: The Driving Force Behind Impact, Inspiration, and Legacyby Dave DePewYears ago, during my time hosting Dave DePew’s Fitness and Nutrition Radio, I had the honor of interviewing none other than the “Godfather of Fitness,”… Read more: Attention: The Driving Force Behind Impact, Inspiration, and Legacy
- Discipline: The Defining Bridge Between Dreams and Achievement by Dave DePewDiscipline isn’t just a habit; it’s the defining factor that separates those who dream from those who achieve. While dreams spark inspiration and intention lays… Read more: Discipline: The Defining Bridge Between Dreams and Achievement
- Your Body Doesn’t Hate You, Just Your Choicesby Dave DePewWe often mistake the consequences of our choices for an attack on ourselves. The truth is, your body isn’t the enemy—it’s the choices you’ve made… Read more: Your Body Doesn’t Hate You, Just Your Choices
- Staying Motivated: How We Keep You Engaged and On Track to Your Goalsby Dave DePewStaying motivated is one of the biggest challenges in any fitness journey. Even with the best workout plan and the most supportive environment, there are… Read more: Staying Motivated: How We Keep You Engaged and On Track to Your Goals
- Movement Shapes the Mindset: Building Motivation Through Actionby Dave DePewWhen faced with the idea of starting a new exercise routine, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The sheer thought of committing to a full workout… Read more: Movement Shapes the Mindset: Building Motivation Through Action
- Choosing the Right Pre-Workout Supplement for Your Goalsby Dave DePewNot all pre-workout supplements are created equal. While many formulas claim to deliver the same benefits, their ingredient profiles and intended effects can vary widely.… Read more: Choosing the Right Pre-Workout Supplement for Your Goals
- Building a Legacy: My Journey at 50 in Strength and Beyondby Dave DePewAs I look back over my life, there’s one thing I’ve realized that stands above all else—my family is everything. After 27 years together, 25… Read more: Building a Legacy: My Journey at 50 in Strength and Beyond
- Post-Traumatic Growth: Leveraging Pain for Gains Both Physically and Emotionallyby Dave DePewLife can hit us hard, both mentally and physically. Whether it’s trauma, loss, or significant personal challenges, we all face moments that test our limits.… Read more: Post-Traumatic Growth: Leveraging Pain for Gains Both Physically and Emotionally
- Man to Man: Rebuilding Through Heartbreak with Strength, Health, and Communityby Dave DePewBreakups are tough, and it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by emotions like anger, sadness, and even betrayal. But this can also be a powerful time… Read more: Man to Man: Rebuilding Through Heartbreak with Strength, Health, and Community
- Gym Culture: The Essential Role of Belongingby Dave DePewIs a sense of belonging what drives people to stay committed to their fitness journeys? Is it because creating a supportive community where people feel… Read more: Gym Culture: The Essential Role of Belonging
- The 5 L’s of Life: Lessons from Dr. Gladys McGareyby Dave DePewDr. Gladys McGarey, known as the “Mother of Holistic Medicine,” lived an extraordinary life from November 30, 1920, to September 28, 2024. A pioneer in… Read more: The 5 L’s of Life: Lessons from Dr. Gladys McGarey
- How We Track Your Progress and Make Adjustments for Continued Successby Dave DePewTracking your progress is crucial in any fitness journey. It allows you to see how far you’ve come, identify areas for improvement, and make informed… Read more: How We Track Your Progress and Make Adjustments for Continued Success
- The Heart of Purpose: Beyond Achievements to Meaningful Connectionby Dave DePewIn our fast-paced world, the pursuit of accomplishments—whether it’s career milestones, financial success, or personal achievements—can become the driving force behind our actions. However, beneath… Read more: The Heart of Purpose: Beyond Achievements to Meaningful Connection
- How Do Fat Cells Get Smaller? The Science Behind Shrinking Fatby Dave DePewThink about it: Every time you break a sweat in the gym or cut back on those extra calories, you’re not just burning fat; you’re… Read more: How Do Fat Cells Get Smaller? The Science Behind Shrinking Fat
- Shifting Your Focus: Why Your Weight Loss Goal Isn’t About Losing Weightby Dave DePewFor many, the path to weight loss feels like a never-ending struggle with the scale. Every morning can become a ritual of stepping on, checking… Read more: Shifting Your Focus: Why Your Weight Loss Goal Isn’t About Losing Weight
- Moving Through Grief: Using Exercise and Positive Reflection to Healby Dave DePewIn times of loss, the way you choose to cope can significantly shape your healing journey. There are many paths to navigate grief. The best… Read more: Moving Through Grief: Using Exercise and Positive Reflection to Heal
- Would You Take a Walk with Me?by Dave DePewWe live in a world where everyone is supposed to have it all together. We wear our strength like armor, and showing any sign of… Read more: Would You Take a Walk with Me?
- The Midlife Journey: A Path of Reflection, Introspection, and Restructureby Dave DePewMidlife has long been associated with a “crisis,” a dramatic period of change, regret, and upheaval. But what if this crucial stage of life could… Read more: The Midlife Journey: A Path of Reflection, Introspection, and Restructure
- The Benefits of Movement: Exploring Different Types of Exercise for Physical and Mental Healthby Dave DePewExercise comes in many forms, each offering unique benefits for both the body and mind. Whether you’re lifting weights to build muscle or simply taking a walk to clear your head, movement is a powerful tool for physical health and stress relief. This article explores the diverse benefits of different types of exercise, from lifting heavy weights to swimming in open water, and everything in between.
- Rewiring Your Mind for Weight Loss: How to Break Free from the Diet Mentalityby Dave DePewThe struggle to lose weight often leads many to turn to the latest diet trends, hoping to find a quick fix. Yet, as many have… Read more: Rewiring Your Mind for Weight Loss: How to Break Free from the Diet Mentality
- Managing Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome: How to Overcome Painful Leg Swelling and Stay Activeby Dave DePewAre you routinely experiencing painful swelling in your legs when running? If so, you may be dealing with chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS), a condition… Read more: Managing Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome: How to Overcome Painful Leg Swelling and Stay Active
- Movement by Design: Embracing Your Flaws as the Path to Your Healthiest, Happiest Selfby Dave DePewI’ve been on this fitness journey for a long time—42 years to be exact. I started lifting at 8 years old and I’m now 50,… Read more: Movement by Design: Embracing Your Flaws as the Path to Your Healthiest, Happiest Self
- Mastering Hypertrophy: Optimizing Training Volume for Muscle Growthby Dave DePewTraining volume—the number of hard sets you do per muscle group per week—is one of the most critical factors in driving muscle growth. But hitting… Read more: Mastering Hypertrophy: Optimizing Training Volume for Muscle Growth
- Hidden Chemicals Sabotaging Your Gains: How Xenoestrogens Affect Muscle Growth and Hormone Balanceby Dave DePewWhen it comes to muscle building and fitness, most people focus on the basics: training hard, eating right, and supplementing properly. But what if I… Read more: Hidden Chemicals Sabotaging Your Gains: How Xenoestrogens Affect Muscle Growth and Hormone Balance
- Learned Helplessness: The Effect on Individual Fitness and Nutrition Goalsby Dave DePewLearned helplessness is a psychological phenomenon where an individual who has been exposed to repeated negative or uncontrollable events eventually comes to believe that they… Read more: Learned Helplessness: The Effect on Individual Fitness and Nutrition Goals
- The Effect of Eccentric Tempo on Strain Energy and Mechanical Tensionby Dave DePewEccentric tempo—the speed at which a muscle lengthens under load—plays a significant role in determining both strain energy storage and mechanical tension, two critical factors… Read more: The Effect of Eccentric Tempo on Strain Energy and Mechanical Tension
- Creating Your Own Programs: Program Design for Transitioning from Beginner to Intermediate Liftingby Dave DePewDesigning your own workout program as you transition from beginner to intermediate lifting is both an exciting and challenging endeavor. It marks a shift from… Read more: Creating Your Own Programs: Program Design for Transitioning from Beginner to Intermediate Lifting
- Introduction to Intermediate Trainingby Dave DePewTransitioning from beginner to intermediate training is an exciting and transformative phase in your fitness journey. It marks the point where you move beyond the… Read more: Introduction to Intermediate Training
- Signs Your Ready to Progressby Dave DePewAs you embark on your strength training journey, it’s essential to know when it’s time to advance from beginner to intermediate-level workouts. Progression is key… Read more: Signs Your Ready to Progress
- When to Seek Professional Helpby Dave DePewStarting a strength training journey can be both exciting and challenging. While many individuals are able to navigate their fitness journey on their own, there… Read more: When to Seek Professional Help
- Motivation and Consistencyby Dave DePewStaying motivated and consistent is one of the biggest challenges in any fitness journey, especially for beginners. It’s easy to feel enthusiastic when starting out,… Read more: Motivation and Consistency
- Dealing with Soreness and Fatigueby Dave DePewSoreness and fatigue are common experiences for anyone new to strength training or those pushing their limits in the gym. While these sensations are often… Read more: Dealing with Soreness and Fatigue
- Form and Technique Issuesby Dave DePewProper form and technique are crucial for getting the most out of your strength training routine while minimizing the risk of injury. As a beginner,… Read more: Form and Technique Issues
- Troubleshooting Common Issuesby Dave DePewEven with the best-laid plans, challenges and obstacles can arise on your strength training journey. Whether it’s a plateau in progress, lingering soreness, or motivation… Read more: Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Addressing Common Beginner Questionsby Dave DePewStarting a strength training journey often comes with a lot of questions. It’s perfectly normal to feel uncertain about the best way to approach your… Read more: Addressing Common Beginner Questions
- Acknowledge Victories: The Importance of Recognizing and Celebrating Your Progressby Dave DePewIn the world of strength training, it’s easy to get caught up in the pursuit of bigger goals, constantly pushing yourself to lift more, run… Read more: Acknowledge Victories: The Importance of Recognizing and Celebrating Your Progress
- Dealing with Setbacks: Plateaus, Injuries, and Motivationby Dave DePewSetbacks are an inevitable part of any strength training journey. Whether you’re dealing with plateaus, injuries, or a dip in motivation, knowing how to handle… Read more: Dealing with Setbacks: Plateaus, Injuries, and Motivation
- Setting Short and Long-Term Goals: Structuring Goals for Continued Motivationby Dave DePewSetting both short-term and long-term goals is crucial for maintaining motivation and ensuring progress in your strength training journey. Clear, structured goals provide direction, purpose,… Read more: Setting Short and Long-Term Goals: Structuring Goals for Continued Motivation
- Staying Consistent: Strategies for Maintaining Consistency, Even on The Tough Daysby Dave DePewConsistency is the cornerstone of any successful strength training journey. While motivation can ebb and flow, developing strategies to maintain consistency, even on the tough… Read more: Staying Consistent: Strategies for Maintaining Consistency, Even on The Tough Days
- Building a Positive Mindset: Overcoming Gym Anxiety and Self Doubtby Dave DePewStarting a strength training journey can be both exciting and intimidating, especially for beginners. The gym can seem like a daunting place, filled with experienced… Read more: Building a Positive Mindset: Overcoming Gym Anxiety and Self Doubt
- Common Recovery Mistakes: Overtraining, Loss of Sleep, and Poor Nutritionby Dave DePewRecovery is just as crucial as the time spent in the gym, if not more so. Unfortunately, many beginners—and even seasoned athletes—often overlook the importance… Read more: Common Recovery Mistakes: Overtraining, Loss of Sleep, and Poor Nutrition
- Active Recoveryby Dave DePewActive recovery is a crucial yet often overlooked component of a well-rounded training program. While rest days are essential for muscle repair and overall recovery,… Read more: Active Recovery
- Sleep and Muscle Growthby Dave DePewSleep is often referred to as the “secret weapon” for muscle growth, and for good reason. While training hard and eating right are crucial components… Read more: Sleep and Muscle Growth
- The Importance of Recoveryby Dave DePewRecovery is an essential yet often overlooked component of any strength training program. While pushing yourself in the gym is necessary for progress, what you… Read more: The Importance of Recovery
- Understanding Macronutrients: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?by Dave DePewIn the world of nutrition, macronutrients are the building blocks of your diet. Understanding what they are and why they matter is crucial for anyone… Read more: Understanding Macronutrients: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?
- Maximizing Gains for Seniors: Eccentric vs. Conventional Resistance Training Methodsby Dave DePewAs we age, maintaining muscle mass and strength becomes increasingly important for overall health, mobility, and quality of life. Resistance training has long been the… Read more: Maximizing Gains for Seniors: Eccentric vs. Conventional Resistance Training Methods
- Easy-to-Follow Meal Plansby Dave DePewEmbarking on a strength training journey isn’t just about what you do in the gym—it’s also about fueling your body with the right nutrition. For… Read more: Easy-to-Follow Meal Plans
- Supplements 101: Basic Supplements for the Beginnerby Dave DePewEmbarking on a strength training journey can be overwhelming, especially with the abundance of supplements on the market promising everything from rapid muscle growth to… Read more: Supplements 101: Basic Supplements for the Beginner
- Hydration and its Role in Performanceby Dave DePewProper hydration is a cornerstone of athletic performance and overall health. Whether you’re an elite athlete or a fitness enthusiast, understanding the role of hydration… Read more: Hydration and its Role in Performance
- The Importance of Proteinby Dave DePewProtein is a crucial macronutrient that plays a vital role in many of the body’s functions. Whether you’re looking to build muscle, lose weight, or… Read more: The Importance of Protein
- Building a Balanced Dietby Dave DePewCreating a balanced diet is crucial for overall health, performance, and well-being. Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, manage your weight, or simply feel… Read more: Building a Balanced Diet
- Maximizing Hypertrophy: How Plyometric Jump Training Influences Mechanisms of Growthby Dave DePewIn the world of sport and fitness, plyometric jump training (PJT) is widely known for improving power, agility, and speed. However, what many may not… Read more: Maximizing Hypertrophy: How Plyometric Jump Training Influences Mechanisms of Growth