FITNESS ARTICLES
motivation
The Untamed Advantages of Exercising Outdoors
As the sun casts its golden rays upon the earth, a jogger hits the trail, feeling the earth beneath every step, synchronizing each breath with the rhythmic chorus of chirping birds. There's somethi...
Mindset
Staying Active During Deployment: Fitness Tips for Limited Resources
Time spent on deployment is a challenging time for any service member. The emotional stress of being away from home, myriad responsibilities, and the unpredictable nature of military life often me...
Conditioning
TIPS FOR INJURY PREVENTION AND RECOVERY IN MILITARY TRAINING
The intensity and demands of military training are unlike anything else you’ve ever experienced. Forget CrossFit or competitive sports; military training is on a whole different level! It’s a jour...
Bodyweight
6 Fitness & Mindset Tips For A Successful Bootcamp
Military basic training varies from branch to branch, but the aim of what is commonly called bootcamp is the same: to start your transition from civilian to member of the armed services.
Bootcamp...
Training
Time Under Tension (TUT) Explained
Your body adapts to the type of training you do. This is called the SAID principle, which is short for Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands. In simple terms, SAID means you are fit for what you ...
Mindset
Eight Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting the Gym
I’m a big fan of the Terminator movies and find the whole concept of time travel fascinating. I mean, who WOULDN’T want to go back to the past and tell themselves what mistakes to avoid and opportu...
Mobility
How to Train Stabilizer Muscles for Better Performance
Do you ever feel like your muscles are too wobbly during exercises that challenge your stability and balance?
For example, every time you perform a single-leg deadlift, maybe you feel like your leg...
Training
How to Use Lifting Straps: A Complete Guide
Are you looking for a way to take your lifting game up a notch?
Maybe you're starting to move heavier weights and you want to make sure you're able to safely do so.
You may want to consider using ...
Mobility
Fast Twitch vs. Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers: A Complete Guide
One of the first things that most people come across during their fitness research journey is the two different types of muscle fibers.
Probably not a stretch to assume you've heard the terms, "slo...