If you’ve been told to “take it easy” because you have arthritis, I’m here to tell you that’s bullsh*t advice. Strength training isn’t just safe when you have arthritis — it’s one of the best things you can do to fight it. And I don’t just say that as a trainer — I say that as someone living with arthritis in both shoulders, my left knee, and as someone who had my right hip replaced

This is my game-changing strategy for maintaining your clean eating goals during holidays and special occasions. We all know that holidays and special events can throw a curveball at our nutritional regimen, but I’ve got a plan to keep the celebrations alive without compromising your fitness journey. I’ve decided to schedule each holiday and celebration as a planned day off from clean eating (aka NUTRICIOUS DAYS). I don’t like the term ‘cheat days’ (cheating is

In 2021, at the ripe young age of 63, I joined the bionic club with my first EVER surgery: a right hip replacement. Yep, that’s my titanium implant you’re looking at, now proudly residing in my hip. I dodged the surgery for three years, enduring the pain like a stubborn warrior. Mostly because I made the big mistake of researching hip replacement surgery like I do everything. Once I found out that they basically rip

Ever seen athletes (or your super-fit friends) rocking those sleek, tight sleeves on their arms or legs and wondered, “What’s the deal?” Let’s break down the magic behind compression sleeves and see if they’re worth adding to your fitness toolkit! What Are They For? Compression sleeves are designed to improve blood flow, reduce muscle soreness, and speed up recovery. They apply gentle pressure to the muscles, which helps to stabilize them during activity and boost

One of the biggest mistakes you can make on the pickleball court? Not following the ball. If your feet aren’t moving, you’re giving your opponents wide-open targets—and trust me, they’ll take full advantage. The key to staying competitive is staying in motion, staying in position, and staying ready to attack. But here’s the kicker: learning to follow the ball doesn’t just improve your game—it builds the functional fitness, balance, and agility that benefit you in

Let’s face it: pickleball can be murder on your shoulders if you’re not careful—especially as we get older and our joints start voicing their opinions. In my “blueprint” philosophy, we focus on total-body harmony—which means we don’t just play; we prepare and protect so we can keep playing for years to come. Your rotator cuff is a prime example of where that matters most. What’s the Rotator Cuff, and Why Does It Matter? Your rotator

What do you mean you don’t have a copy of my INTRODUCTION TO FOAM ROLLING e-book? Learning to use a foam roller is like discovering the Fountain of Youth!! In a quick 12 pages you’ll learn about: Foam Rolling for Overcoming Stiffness and Soreness Foam rolling for Injury Prevention and Mobility Enhancement Choosing the Right Foam Roller When to Foam Roll The Fundamentals of Foam Rolling What Muscles to Foam Roll How You Should Feel