One of the hardest lessons I have ever learned in the weight room is to avoid the “struggle bus”. Meaning, to NOT push every exercise to a 10 out of 10 on the challenge level. It is just so counterintuitive to think that you can get in better shape by NOT working as hard. Here’s… [Read More]
Get Off My Hose
While I can’t remember where I heard it first, I have always loved the water hose analogy when describing the steps to help someone get out of pain. It goes like this: Imagine that you are watering your garden and things are going perfectly fine until the water stops running. You are perplexed and begin… [Read More]
One Fist VS Five Fingers
One of my favorite concepts in biomechanics is called force couple. Force couple simply means a grouping of muscles on opposite sides of the body that have the same job – getting these muscles to work together instead of individually. For example, your butt muscles and abs are both responsible for tilting your pelvis while… [Read More]
My TV Doesn’t Work
I always think of someone’s television not working when I decide whether or not I can solve a client’s pain issue. If your TV isn’t working, then I am the guy who asks a few simple questions: “Is it plugged in?” “Do you have batteries in the remote?” “Is something blocking the signal between the… [Read More]
Buddy and Peanut Butter
A few months ago I started eating natural peanut butter and unsweetened almond milk for a midnight snack. High in calories but delicious and good for you. I bring this up because the only “human food” that my dog Buddy is allowed to eat is peanut butter. Now, I don’t mind giving him a little… [Read More]
It’s The Pursuit of Fitness
Much like the pursuit of happiness, one can only pursue fitness. As soon as you quit what makes you happy, you lose your happiness. You can’t just get “happy”. Put it in your back pocket, quit all the things that got you there, and remain happy. Once you “get fit”, you can’t quit the things… [Read More]
Why Is It Easier For Me To Track Workouts More Than My Diet?
Why Is It Easier For Me To Track Workouts More Than My Diet? Welp, this is a common problem to have. The biggest reason could be that when you exercise, you get some immediate gratification in the form of serotonin and dopamine. You feel better about yourself and in general almost immediately. With food, all… [Read More]
Not-To-Do-List
If anyone believes in a good checklist, then I encourage you to read my book, “The Fitness Checklist for Retirees“. Although I believe this book to be a great checklist, it still has its drawbacks. Whenever you feel like a failure because you missed something on your to-do list or if you fall victim to… [Read More]
The Turtle Always Wins the Race
Tell me if this sounds familiar. You decide that it’s time to get in shape and you won’t be stopped, working out every day, weighing food, and taking every supplement known to mankind. Things are going great…at first. The weight is coming off. Your strength is improving and you feel awesome and empowered. But, a… [Read More]
The One-Armed Judo Champ
In a galaxy, not so far away lives a kid born with one arm who became the one-armed judo champ. He did his research and found the best sensei to learn from. On his first day of lessons, he walked around the studio and saw all of the other kids doing a lot of really… [Read More]
Don’t Break The Streak
When it comes to improving my health and fitness, one of the most powerful “games” I like to play is Don’t Break The Streak. The rules are simple. Pick one or two things that you will do every single day, then, see how long you can keep the streak going. Get a physical calendar and… [Read More]
Do You Brush Your Teeth?
Do you brush your teeth? If so, then you understand what it takes to get in shape. Simple, daily actions repeated for years. That’s it. Nothing more. Nothing less. Not working out for a decade and then starting an exercise program where you count calories and workout seven days a week is essentially the same… [Read More]
Cardio VS Conditioning
Recently, I was asked what exactly I have my clients do for cardio, and to be honest, I think my answer came as a surprise. Let’s chat about ‘cardio’ vs ‘conditioning’. Cardio is just that, cardiovascular. Trying to improve one’s blood pressure, VO2 Max, and stroke volume. Conditioning is task-specific. One needs a different level… [Read More]
My First Cake
When I was twelve years old I baked my very first birthday cake. The recipe called for the mix, a few other ingredients, and ‘two whole eggs’. I am a very literal person so this led to me dumping two whole eggs, shell and all, into the mixture and then mixing with an egg beater…. [Read More]
Need More Cowbell
I promise my clients that they can double or even triple their strength within only thirty days of starting. They are usually surprised to hear me make that promise and wonder how it’s possible. The answer is simple; our bodies get smarter leading to increases in intermuscular and intramuscular coordination. These are just college words… [Read More]
Progressive Overload
What Does it Mean and Why is it Important? The biggest difference between ‘working out’ and ‘training’ is a term called “progressive overload”. “Working out” simply means you break a sweat and get a little tired. Now, not to say there is nothing wrong with that, however, you are then leaving a lot on… [Read More]
Animals Don’t Lift Weights
Train Your Core with Isometric Exercises I always think of the line from ‘The Fist Foot Way’ when I think of how to train your core most efficiently. In case you haven’t seen the movie; Danny McBride’s character asks Black Belt/Movie Star ‘Chuck The Truck’ what he does to stay in great shape. “You must… [Read More]
This is My Good Side
Do Single Leg & Single Arm Exercises Most orthopedic injuries are a result of one limb being significantly stronger or more flexible than the other. In regular people speak it sounds like “this is my good side” or “this is my good knee”. As long as we have one side that is relatively better than… [Read More]
Six Exercises That WON’T Piss Off Your Joint
It is almost without fail that any celebrity or athlete you see in your favorite magazines, shows, etc. incorporate the overhead press into their own workout routine. It is one of the best exercises you can do to increase strength and flexibility and can easily be modified with a handful of variations. And, as long… [Read More]
It Hurts Going Down the Stairs, But Not Up…
Not a day goes by that I don’t hear “it isn’t so much going up the stairs that hurts, it’s more so going down them.” And I usually respond with, “that makes total sense.” When you go up the stairs you are accelerating our body weight. If you weigh 150 lbs then you need to… [Read More]
Three Butt Exercises for Every Knee Exercise
One of the biggest obstacles a new client may need to overcome is a bad case of ‘Gluteal Amnesia’. In other words, some clients may lack the ability to contract their glutes on command to produce force. Glutes are the largest and most centrally located group of muscles in the human body. If you have… [Read More]
How Can I Maximize My Core Strength?
Throughout my career, there is no doubt that the majority of my clients could universally use more core strength. Regardless of how much I integrate core strength into each client’s workout, there just always seems to be room for more. If we were to exclusively focus on each client’s core for every workout, we wouldn’t… [Read More]
Pushing & Pulling
This year we are constantly using our ‘pushing muscles’ even when we aren’t performing a pushing exercise. Driving, eating, and talking on the phone are all examples of how we use our front muscles in everyday life, and as a result, which can become relatively overdeveloped to those muscles on the backside of our body…. [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 39: 5 Reasons You Quit Losing Weight Even Though You Are Exercising
5 Reasons You Quit Losing Weight Even Though You Are Exercising Spoiler Free Movie Review: The Informant –B+ Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 38: The Keto Diet Is Trending. Should You Try It?
The Keto Diet Is Trending. Should You Try It? Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness: Think Of How Far You Have Gone Vs How Far You Have Left To Go PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message me IN PERSON… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 37: Is Starvation Mode Real; And If So How Can I Avoid It?
Is Starvation Mode Real; And If So How Can I Avoid It? Spoiler Free Movie Review: Ready Or Not —– B Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness: Leave Your Ego At The House PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 36: Top 4 Supplement Recommendations
Top 4 Supplement Recommendations Gold Lesson As Applied To Fitness: Imperfect Action — Perfect Inaction PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message me IN PERSON to meet at my training studio where you can go over your goals, the… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 35: How Long Does It Take To See Results?
How Long Does It Take To See Results? Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness: Focus On How Far You Have Come Vs How Far You Have To Go PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message me IN PERSON to meet… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 34: What Is The Deal With Those Heart Rate Monitors?
What Is The Deal With Those Heart Rate Monitors? Spoiler Free Movie Review: Reservoir Dogs — B+ Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness: The Goal Is To Keep The Goal The Goal PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message me… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 33: What Is The Difference Between Weight Machines And Free Weights?
What Is The Difference Between Weight Machines And Free Weights? Spoiler Free Movie Review: Once Upon A Time In… Hollywood — A+ Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness – Do What Others Are Not Willing To Do PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 32: 6 Flags Over Texas, Facing Your Fears, And A Lesson From My 11 Year Old Nephew
6 Flags Over Texas, Facing Your Fears, And A Lesson From My 11 Year Old Nephew PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message me IN PERSON to meet at my training studio where you can go over your goals,… [Read More]
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 31: Should I Do Cardio First Or Lift Weights First?
Should I Do Cardio First Or Lift Weights First? (Sorta) Spoiler Free Movie Review: The Lion King 2019 Golf Lesson As Applied To Fitness: Stop The Slide
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 30: If I Lift Weights; Will I Get Bigger Muscles?
If I Lift Weights; Will I Get Bigger Muscles? Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 29: What Is The Best Way To Lose Fat?
What Is The Best Way To Lose Fat? Golf Lesson Applied To Fitness
Nate Stowe Show – Episode 28: How Can I Lose Weight Fast?
How Can I Lose Weight Fast Spoiler Free Movie Review – MIB International C- Golf Lesson As Applied To Fitness PS. Whenever you are ready to work with us there are 3 ways. If you live or work near our studio then message me IN PERSON to meet at my training studio where you can… [Read More]
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