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.
Ryan Booth
November 28, 2024
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Training Articles & Blog Archive
Strength training articles by Ryan Booth
Explore articles on barbell technique, training programmes, recovery and choosing a personal trainer, written by Ryan Jefferson Booth, a Vancouver strength coach and author of ILU.
These archived articles were originally published between 2011 and 2024. They reflect my thinking at the time. My current approach is explained on the strength training, post-injury rehabilitation and ILU pages.
Browse the archive below, or email Ryan to get started.
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.
Ryan Booth
November 22, 2024
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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.
Ryan Booth
February 15, 2017
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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.
Ryan Booth
December 31, 2016
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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.
Ryan Booth
November 16, 2016
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Ultimate Conditioning and Body Composition: The Prowler
An archived look at sled training, conditioning and the importance of recovery between demanding sessions.
Ryan Booth
October 20, 2016
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Four Very Serious Strategies For Managing Thanksgiving Dinner
Ryan’s humorous take on enjoying Thanksgiving dinner without turning the meal into a fitness test.
Ryan Booth
October 7, 2016
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Getting Around Discipline
Ryan’s perspective on readiness, practice and why discipline may not explain what we can do today.
Ryan Booth
October 1, 2016
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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.
Ryan Booth
September 24, 2016
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“Are You an Actor Or A Trainer?” – Both!
A personal reflection on balancing acting and coaching, and how both careers connect through communication.
Ryan Booth
September 17, 2016
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