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What Is a Calorie, Really? Understanding 'Energy In and Out'
You’ve probably heard the phrase “calories in, calories out” as an explanation for weight change. But what is a calorie, how is it measured, and how accurate are the numbers on nutrition labels and fitness trackers?
Ryan G.
Jul 217 min read
How To Build a Home Gym (Without Breaking the Bank or Your Floor)
If you’re reading this, odds are you’re toying with the idea of creating your own gym at home. Whether that means clearing out a corner...
Ryan G.
Jun 255 min read
Treat Yo' Self 2025: How To Fit Indulgences Into Your Nutrition Goals
"The only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it." Embracing indulgence is essential to any sustainable approach to nutrition...
Ryan G.
Jun 238 min read
An Intro Fitness and Resistance Training Program (Phase 3 — Muscular Development/Hypertrophy) with Full-Body Splits
Why focus on muscular development at all? Building skeletal muscle is about more than just aesthetics. Maintaining and increasing muscle mass contributes significantly to overall health, metabolic function, and longevity — especially as we age...
Ryan G.
Jun 224 min read
Want Six-Pack Abs? Here's How To Build a Solid Core
Want defined abdominal muscles? Train them the same way you'd train any other muscle group for hypertrophy...
Ryan G.
Jun 176 min read
An Intro Fitness and Resistance Training Program (Phase 2 — Strength Endurance) with Full-Body Splits
If you’re new to lifting or just returning after a break, Phase 2 of the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s (NASM) OPT (Optimum...
Ryan G.
Jun 102 min read
A 7-Day Intro Fitness Program For People Looking to Get (Back) Into the Game
Due to popular demand, I'm making this introductory stabilization / strength endurance-focused program available here for anyone who...
Ryan G.
Jun 101 min read
A 3-Day/Week Intro Fitness Program For People Looking to Get (Back) Into the Game
Due to popular demand, I'm making this introductory stabilization / strength endurance-focused program available here for anyone who...
Ryan G.
Jun 101 min read
Why Dining Out Or Ordering In Can Make Sticking to Your Diet So Hard
For anyone trying to lose weight, improve body composition, or simply eat healthier, restaurants can feel like a minefield. Even when you...
Ryan G.
May 314 min read
Rucking: The Simple, Low-Impact Fitness Solution for Every Body
Most people know they should move more, but getting started can feel intimidating. That’s where rucking comes in...
Ryan G.
May 298 min read
5 Reasons Your Fitness Routine Isn’t Working
Photo by Kobe Kian Clata via Unsplash . 1. You’ve been working out for a few months now, but the scale hasn’t moved… There’s a...
Ryan G.
Apr 263 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Nutrition for Weight Loss Goals
Fitness and nutrition are two sides of the same coin — but for weight loss goals, focusing on nutrition is key. INTRODUCTION Like...
Ryan G.
Apr 257 min read
Nutrition Coaching for Weight Loss and Muscle Gain Success
Are you on a fitness journey and looking for guidance on nutrition in order to reach your weight loss or muscle gain goals? Look no...
Ryan G.
Dec 2, 20242 min read
Build Your Home Gym with Expert Equipment Recommendations
Whether you are a beginner looking to kickstart your fitness journey or a seasoned gym-goer wanting to bring the gym to your home,...
Ryan G.
Dec 2, 20242 min read
Maximize Your Fitness Journey with Personal Training Expertise
Embarking on a fitness journey can be a daunting task, regardless of where you are starting from or what your goals may be. Whether you...
Ryan G.
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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