There is a lot of conflicting information out there as to whether machines or free weights are best to help you achieve your fitness goals.
Many fitness experts pit machines…
We’ve all seen that guy in the gym. Grabs the biggest dumbbells and proceeds to throw them around with no regard for form, tempo or even whether he’s still going…
It’s no secret that the pathway to becoming an Ultimate Performance trainer is challenging. For every hundred applications we receive, we hire on average just one candidate.
However, while we…
We are in the midst of a pandemic right now – and we are not referring to COVID-19.
Obesity rates have nearly tripled since 1975. As of 2016, more than…
Ever heard that skinny guys can’t build muscle?
Have you tried every program, supplement and nutrition plan going but still can’t seem to make progress?
We have achieved thousands of…
One of the most common physical weaknesses we see in clients that come to UP is poor grip strength.
This is especially prevalent in clients who have previous training experience…
While the gender divide in the weights room has decreased in recent years, it’s still all too common to hear from women who feel uncertain about ditching the cardio for…
If you want to make sure you get the maximum benefit from your workouts, you need to warm up properly.
A structured warm-up is vital to ensure you decrease the…
Those of us in the fitness industry know that research often lags reality. We knew the benefits of weight training long before doctors would admit to it. And we’ve known for a…