Bill Sias MPHC, Pn1, SFMA, FMSC2, YBT, FCS, M-CPT Let’s get real—if you’re still drinking calories, it might be time to have the talk. No, not that talk. The one about how liquid calories sneak into your diet like ninjas, wreck your blood sugar, and leave you hungrier than before. 1. Your Body Doesn’t “Register” Liquid …
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Bill Sias MPHC, Pn1, SFMA, FMSC2, YBT, FCS, M-CPT Why Muscle Matters More Than You Think (Especially Over 40) Let’s be real — nobody gets excited about shrinking. Not in the gym, not in life, and definitely not in their jeans. But somewhere along the way, we started praising smallness like it’s the holy grail. “Tone, …
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Bill Sias MPHC, Pn1, SFMA, FMSC2, YBT, FCS, M-CPT If I had a dollar for every time a client said, “I was doing great… until I messed up and stopped,”I’d be retired somewhere warm, living off beef liver, bone broth, and spring water. Let’s get this out of the way:You do not need to be perfect …
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Bill Sias MPHC, Pn1, SFMA, FMSC2, YBT, FCS, M-CPT April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and it’s a great reminder that strength and health aren’t just about muscles and diets—they’re about resilience, awareness, and compassion, too. Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is sneaky. It often starts quietly—stiffness, maybe some balance issues. But beneath the surface, it’s constantly trying to …
Bill Sias MPHC, Pn1, SFMA, FMSC2, YBT, FCS, M-CPT Once upon a time, our ancestors prized tallow—the rendered fat from beef or mutton—for its versatility, nourishment, and, let’s be honest, pure deliciousness. Today, we’re rediscovering what grandma always knew: tallow isn’t just old-school, it’s a modern marvel hiding in plain sight. What Exactly is Tallow? Tallow …
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Gino Romanelli BS Ex Sci, FMS2, FCS, Elite Trainer Introduction: Now that we have covered proper squat mechanics and myths, we can review the different squat techniques to best suit you and your goals. In this post, you will learn the difference in squat mechanics and the muscles emphasized in front-loaded squats, high-bar squats, and …
Shayna Tomlinson, CPT, FMSC As women age, their bodies naturally go through changes—especially during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. These stages can bring challenges like decreased muscle mass, lower bone density, a slowed metabolism, and a higher risk of chronic diseases. But here’s the good news: lifting weights three times a week can make a world …
Gino Romanelli BS Ex Sci, FMS2, FCS, ISSA Elite Trainer Introduction: There is an overwhelming variety of squats and information on how to execute them. This post will explain the myths about squats and how to squat correctly based on your anatomy. Squat Myths: As I stated above, there are a ton of myths about …
Bill Sias MPHC, Pn1, SFMA, FMSC2, YBT, FCS, M-CPT There is nothing political about this post. However, since the new administration is discussing making a change I thought you’d like to know… Every year, we face that biannual ritual of adjusting our clocks. For many of us, it’s an inconvenience; for others, it’s a disruption. But …
Gino Romanelli BS Ex Sci, FMS2, FCS, Elite Trainer Introduction Do your feet hurt at the end of the day? What if I told you this is caused by your shoes and not spending more time being barefoot?In this post, we will review the foot issues caused by the design of our current footwear and …
