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When Anthony, a 53-year-old, told us he wanted to look like Jason Statham, we gave him a plan he didn’t expect: Three workouts per week.A moderate calorie deficit. No complicated macros—just protein and total calories.  Anthony was skeptical. His past weight-loss attempts followed the same frustrating pattern that probably looks familiar if you’re a man looking […]

As a health coach and personal trainer who’s been helping women for over three decades, I can tell you this: confidence isn’t just about how strong you feel—it’s also about how you see yourself when you get dressed each day. Here’s the truth: losing weight takes time and consistent effort. It’s a process that involves movement, mindset, nutrition, and […]

Let’s address the elephant in the room: If you’re in a calorie deficit, you might feel hunger at some point. That’s just part of the deal with fat loss. The key isn’t avoiding it, it’s learning how to minimize and manage it so it doesn’t derail you. The difference between successful and failed diets rarely […]

Let’s talk about the pushup — one of the simplest (but toughest!) bodyweight exercises out there. And lately, pushups have been having a moment. When Dr. Vonda Wright appeared on a Mel Robbins podcast episode and said women should be able to do 11 pushups on their toes, it set off a viral wave on social […]

Getting leaner doesn’t mean you need to beat yourself up in the gym. When I first started coaching, I thought barbell squats and deadlifts were non-negotiable. I plugged them in almost every client’s workout. But in over 17 years of coaching I’ve learned that while they’re incredible lifts, they’re not required to get strong, build […]

Getting enough protein in your diet is crucial for muscle repair, satiety, and overall health. Whether you’re an athlete, looking to manage your weight, or simply aiming for a balanced diet, hitting your protein goals can sometimes feel challenging. As a certified personal trainer, I can attest to the vital role protein plays in our […]

It feels like there is an unwritten rule that you have to do most of your training during the week.  In reality, family or work commitments (or both) could mean it’s not the right fit for your life. Take our client, Joshua. Burning the candle on both ends, he was exhausted during the work week […]

Let’s talk about tops that actually work with our bodies because I hear you. I’ve gotten messages and comments from many of you saying, “Chris, we love your style, but not all of us want to tuck things in or show our stomachs anymore.” And I get it. While I still enjoy a cute crop or a […]

We don’t believe in “hacks” when it comes to fitness. But if there’s one sustainable fat loss insight that could change everything, this might be it. Janet lost ~19 pounds from August to January — without starving herself, obsessing over macros, or cutting out all the foods she loves. What finally clicked for her might […]

Sweat Into Summer Shape: 3 Part Series Part 2: Row Intervals that Deliver a Full-Body Burn Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Welcome back to Sweat Into Summer Shape: a fiery 3-part Total Gym series designed to boost cardio, build strength, and make your workouts anything but boring. Part 2 is all about the row. This […]