Today's post isn't really going to be anything new, but it's one of those subjects that people need, apparently, constant reminding of when we're talking about successful fat loss.

What am I talking about? Any guesses?

I'm hoping it's obvious.

I'm talking about dietary adherence; that is basic compliance to your nutritional plan. This is and always will be the KEY to long-term, successful fat loss. I don't care how hard you train, I don't care how many metabolic workouts you do, or how much cardio you do, if you can't nail your diet week in and week out, you're short changing yourself of results. You're working hard in the gym for sub-optimal, or... read more 6 comments

Received a really personally rewarding testimonial today from IFBB Figure Pro Melody Clere. This testimonial speaks very well to the issues so prevalent in the competitive side of our industry, which I talk against so much; as well as the converse, 'the smart, sane way' to competing and how good it can be for those open minded enough to buck what's popular and/or traditional.

The Beginning

To understand my appreciation for Erik and what he has done for me you first need to understand what I have experienced in the past. I began training for figure competitions over 6 years ago. From 2004-2009 I went through several trainers who ranged from the “local go-to experts” to nationally known... read more 3 comments

We always talk about the big compound exercises being the cornerstone of a good training program. Obviously, when we're talking aesthetics, nice, full glutes are a requirement, especially if you're a female competitor, or just a female actually. Never mind, that, everyone wants good glutes.

So the oft mentioned glute recommendation is to squat and squat deep (don't you dare do it on the Smith machine - friends don't let friends squat in Smith machines), use single leg movements, throw in some deadlift variations, pull throughs, etc. And, this is great advice. BUT, what if your glutes don't fire properly? Will then they get the full benefit of these exercises?

But everyone's glutes fire right? Most people's? Check... read more 0 comments

I just recently received some updated progress pictures from IFBB Fitness Pro Allison Ethier, and thought I'd post up to show everyone where she is.

We still have the fun stuff to come - all the peaking fun. This time we're probably going to do something a little different in an effort to come in a bit fuller. So less focus on any depleting and more focus on food.

One thing you should notice if you've been a follower of Allison's over the years is the marked improvement in her back and shoulders. This has been an area of focus for Allison's and so they've been hit hard, specialized on, etc. It's nice to see the fruits of... read more 9 comments

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