Tag: functional strength training

Arthritis and Strength Training—Why Lifting Heavy is the Best Medicine

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 due to osteoarthritis.

Why Functional Exercises Are the Real MVP

If you’ve ever struggled to get up from a chair, carry groceries, or climb stairs without feeling like you’ve just run a marathon, this post is for you. Functional exercises are all about improving the quality of your daily movement. These aren’t just gym exercises—they’re movements that mimic real-life actions, making everything you do easier, safer, and more badass.