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October 30, 2024
Decoding Deadlift Variations: What’s Better?
The pursuit of optimization has instilled a curiosity for asking, “What is the best…” The best answer for us is…it depends. Context matters when giving -
July 29, 2024
Training CORE beyond Abs: Front to Back
Here we have a guest blog post by Samson Back, one of Semiahmoo Fitness World’s finest trainer is giving us insight into understanding training core. -
June 20, 2024
Online vs. In-Person Personal Training Certifications
The barrier of entry into the fitness field is quite small compared to many other jobs. In fact, a recognized accredited personal training certification is -
June 4, 2024
Progress not perfection
If you’ve ever trained with me, you’ll know my favorite slogan is: “We strive for progress, not perfection.” More importantly, sometimes we need to regress -
February 7, 2024
Psychology & Behavioral Coaching: How to Increase Client Adherence and Success
As a Personal Trainer, coaching our clients goes beyond the session and one singular domain. Personal trainers assist their clients in fitness, nutrition, or personal -
January 17, 2024
Lost in Translation: Coaching & Cueing
Communication is one of the more challenging aspects that people struggle with. The best thing about fitness is the unique language that develops through it. -
November 1, 2023
Leveraging Body Mechanics: Comprehensive Look at Sumo vs. Conventional Deadlifts
Introduction: The world of deadlifting is rife with discussions comparing Sumo and Conventional styles. Amidst the noise, a misconception often crops up, alleging that Sumo -
July 28, 2023
The Overhead Press (OHP) – Unlocking Strength and Stability
The Overhead Press, or OHP, is a powerful expression of the human body’s overall function. It requires utilizing the entire kinetic chain and possessing adequate -
July 20, 2023
Great Technique and Form: The Lost Art of Gains
Let’s dive into the often overlooked but critical aspect of fitness training – proper technique and form. We’ll explore the impact of correct form on -
May 1, 2023
Do I Really Need to Warm-Up Before Working out?
(by Andrea Robb) What’s the Big Deal? “Let’s get to the workout as soon as possible” or “I need to make sure that every muscle -
April 17, 2023
Low Bar or High Bar Squat Variation: Which is Better?
It’s a common question: which is the better squat variation, the low bar or high bar? it depends! We’re always looking for the best ways -
March 30, 2023
The Benefits of the Front Squat
First the WHAT and the WHY Whether you’re a personal trainer or just a fitness enthusiast, front squats are a variation of the squat that