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The Pros and Cons of Cardio vs Weightlifting
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - August 12, 2024A common question I get asked by my clients is whether they should prioritize lifting weights or doing more cardio. The real answer is both. Ultimately there are pros and cons to each. Cardio Pros You can’t build a good aerobic capacity without some cardio thrown in. You will want a good aerobic […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Foam Rolling
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - July 8, 2024When it comes to exercise, what you do in recovery mode is just as important as what you do in workout mode. The foam roller is one of the most simple and popular tools used to aid muscle recovery, but it must be used correctly to be effective. What exactly can a […]
Read MoreFour Surprising Benefits of Resistance Training
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - June 10, 2024Some of the main reasons why people start lifting weights is to build muscle, improve functional mobility, help with fat loss, and gain strength. Once people get started and stay consistent, they are often surprised to find that resistance training has other benefits as well. Here are those surprising benefits that are not as well-known. […]
Read MoreThe 6 Principles of Muscle Growth
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - May 13, 2024Starting the journey towards muscle growth can often feel daunting, but understanding the science behind the process can serve as the light that guides you to reach your goals. But, if you just focus on completing 3 sets of 10 reps on a variety of exercises, the odds are you won’t have much muscle to show […]
Read MoreBoot Camp Basics 101
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - April 15, 2024Group exercise classes tend to go in and out of style. From jazzercise to barre, trendy workout classes often pop up in the fitness industry. However, there’s one fitness class that seems to have withstood the test of time—boot camps. What is a boot camp workout? Boot camps are inspired by military training, […]
Read More5 Reasons You May Not Be Gaining Muscle
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - April 8, 2024For the majority of people going to the gym, the end goal is to build muscle and tone up. But while you may have done your research and watched plenty of workout videos online, it is still easy to make common mistakes that can lead to hampering muscle gain and slowing down your progress. […]
Read MoreThe Science of Rest Periods for Strength Training
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - March 4, 2024Rest Periods For Strength Training Including rest periods between your weight training sets is one of the training variables you must change to trigger physiological change within your body. Rest periods are crucial as some of the other training variables you need to manipulate to achieve your training goals. The amount […]
Read MoreGetting Back to the Gym – Expectations
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - January 3, 20245 Tips on How to Get Back to the Gym After Taking a Hiatus and Expectations It’s easy to stop going to the gym in the middle of the year and so much harder to get back into it if after a long break. Maybe you’re on your way to recovering from an injury, […]
Read MoreMake Training Less Complex with More Complexes
Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - December 4, 2023Life is demanding and fast. If you are like me, with a busy, on-the-go lifestyle, you might not have more than an hour to get inside the gym and train. The purpose of this blog is to show an alternative to your current fitness regime to make your time more efficient! If you can […]
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