Are Deadlifts For Back Or Legs?
How your back and legs work together in the deadlift, with Ryan’s approach to setup, bracing and lifting technique.
How to Train
Diet
How To Lose 20 Pounds In A Week?
A critical look at rapid weight-loss promises and the case for a more sustainable approach to training and habits.
How to Train, News
10 Things your Personal Trainer Should tell you but Probably Won`t
An archive of Ryan’s candid views on fitness advice, coaching and common industry claims.
News, Newsletter
Happy New Year! Don’t Go Too Hard!
A reminder to begin with manageable training and build gradually rather than burn out in the January rush.
News, Newsletter
Muscle Soreness: What is It And What to Do About It
An archived discussion of delayed-onset muscle soreness and how Ryan approached recovery at the time.
News, Newsletter
Ultimate Conditioning and Body Composition: The Prowler
An archived look at sled training, conditioning and the importance of recovery between demanding sessions.
News, Newsletter
Four Very Serious Strategies For Managing Thanksgiving Dinner
Ryan’s humorous take on enjoying Thanksgiving dinner without turning the meal into a fitness test.
News
Getting Around Discipline
Ryan’s perspective on readiness, practice and why discipline may not explain what we can do today.
News
5 x 5 for Strength and Fat Loss
A look at five sets of five, training volume and adapting a familiar strength programme to your capacity.
News
“Are You an Actor Or A Trainer?” – Both!
A personal reflection on balancing acting and coaching, and how both careers connect through communication.