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Looking for a keto-friendly breakfast dish?  Try this easy keto quiche from our fit mom Carissa Johnson. Ingredients: 14 egg whites 4 cups of reduced fat mexican cheese 4 TBSP of flour 2 cups of milk 2 pkgs of frozen spinach 1 tsp of salt 8-10 pieces of no sugar turkey bacon Directions: Grease an […]

What exactly is intermittent fasting, and does it actually help with weight loss? Intermittent fasting is the act of restricting eating to predetermined windows of time. It can absolutely help with fat loss if done correctly. A 12-hour eating window is a good place to start, as this won’t place undue stress on the body. […]

Earlier this month I received some great news that I have been invited back to the Arnold Pro Deadlift Competition! The competition takes place during the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio in March 2019. This is the 12th year USA Powerlifting has been involved with the Arnold. I was on the inaugural USA Powerlifting […]

As a CPA in mid-January it means long hours, a lot of paperwork, and tax lingo! This time of the year I miss my evening gym cardio sessions and I’m fairly certain I’ve exceeded my caffeine limit for the day by 9am. However, being in a sedentary lifestyle does not mean sitting idle daily. My […]

I had another great Christmas season spending time with the family, eating too much, and putting many miles on the truck. One of the annual Christmas events that I always look forward to is the family broom ball game on Upper Whitefish Lake. The game is played at night, on a shoveled off area of […]

I made a return to the Arnold Sports Festival competition platform this past weekend in Columbus, Ohio. The Arnold Sports Festival features nearly 100 different events and sports with over 200,000 spectators spanning over four days.  Arnold Pro Deadlift This was the ninth time that I have competed in the Arnold Pro Deadlift event. I […]

Pregnancy is such a beautiful, miraculous experience. At the same time, as a mom-to-be that is into fitness, pregnancy is an interesting time that can require quite the lifestyle adjustment. Not only is every woman different when it comes to pregnancy, each pregnancy for an individual can greatly vary as well. Thus, while so many […]

Do you ever use speed work in training? If so, do you ever perform speed work with bands or chains? I have regularly included speed work into my training for years. Sometimes I will use bands or chains to provide additional resistance towards the top of the lift. I think most of us were introduced […]

How do you know where your feet should be when squatting? A good place to start is with the feet shoulder width and the toes slightly pointed out. However, each individual lifter will have to experiment with this in order to determine the optimal stance for squatting. Utilize your strengths… Individuals with stronger quadriceps will […]

Do you ever use partial repetition technique? How do you incorporate partial repetition technique into your training? My Dad developed a training method during his Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame playing career that primarily consisted of training very heavy in a power rack using partial repetition movements (PRT) at various rack heights in the […]

Mastery of Technique – Learn how to execute your lifts correctly. Do not sacrifice form in order to lift more weight.  Poor form can lead to inefficient lifting technique and injuries which  will hinder strength development.  Consistent training with proper, efficient lifting form is a big key to increasing strength.  Be patient with your climb […]

Is your bench press stagnant?  Do you need to switch up your training to increase your motivation, or is it time to give your lower back and shoulders a little break? If so, consider working the floor press into your training as an alternative to the bench press, or as an additional assistance exercise. During […]

The deadlift is a foundational movement for strength and power.  Hall of Fame Powerlifter Brad Gillingham shares his top 3 reasons why you should include this lift in your training program. The deadlift is possibly the most misunderstood strength training exercise. Many misinformed athletes believe the deadlift is bad for the back.  In reality, when […]

Your fat-loss plan shouldn’t be left to chance.  Use these 5 methods from fitness expert Erin Stern to help jump start your fat-loss goals. Spot reduction of fat or losing fat from only a specific area is not possible. It is, however, possible to lose overall fat and reduce stress levels – which can directly […]

Pro Boxer Mike ‘Kujo’ Kurzeja explains why you’re not making gains and what you can do about it. Putting on muscle mass can be a daunting task. It is easy to plateau after a few months.   There are many possibilities and reasons why you may not be adding muscle. I like to focus on three […]

Amongst the chaos, Team myHMB athlete Brad Gillingham travelled to Ohio to compete in the 2020 Arnold Pro Deadlift.  He recaps on the quiet venue and event. The announcement came on March 3, 2020 by the Governor of Ohio, the Mayor of Columbus and Arnold Schwarzenegger that the 2020 Arnold Sports Festival Expo would be […]

Did you know your that your muscle mass peaks around age 30?  Team myHMB athlete Tim Nassen shares some tips on how to combat muscle loss and continue to make gains well past your 40s. 

Feeling fatigued while you’re working out?  Team myHMB athlete Mike ‘Kujo’ Kurzeja shares 3 simple ways to improve your gym performance. 1. Get Rest One of the best ways to improve your gym performance is to go into a gym session well rested. Over training is common and leads to muscle loss, fatigue and possible […]

In the midst of the pandemic we’re all learning to adjust and cope.  Team myHMB athlete Brad Gillingham shares what life has been like in his household during quarantine. Minnesota, like most states, passed an executive order that limits public gatherings and enforces social distancing until at least May 4th.  In addition to the closure […]

There is a preconceived notion that if women lift weights they will get ‘bulky’.  Carissa Johnson is here to tell you the truth. Weights, while intimidating for some, have countless benefits for both men and women. And to the one who asks will weightlifting make me bulky? The answer is a resounding, heck no! Unless […]

With school out and the kids home, it can be hard to find time for yourself.  Our team myHMB moms share their fit tips and tricks to help you stay on track. Carissa Johnson shares 4 creative ways to fit workouts into your chaotic day… HIIT workouts with combo weightlifting and cardio burn.  Make it […]

‘Sitting is the New Smoking’  I’m sure you’ve heard this phrase, but how are you supposed to implement this when you have an office job?  Whether you’re working from home or in an office, Team myHMB ambassador Philita Scholz gives some creative tips to help you get out of your seat throughout the day.  As […]

There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to strength and conditioning.  Hall of Fame Powerlifter Brad Gillingham shares what unique implement you’re missing from your arsenal that can add strength, power, muscle, and grip. The sledgehammer can be a useful piece of equipment to develop powerful forearm, grip and bicep strength. Increased […]

Are you a gym newbie?  That’s okay. Danyelle Mastarone is here with a few tips to ensure you survive. Congratulations! Welcome to the jungle.  You already performed the most difficult move in the gym, you showed up. This is the time to build the best version of you! Being brand new in an already intimidating […]

Becoming an overhead press monster doesn’t come from just lifting weight overhead all the time.  Strength athlete Eric Todd talks about 3 components that are crucial to being strong overhead. When competing in strongman, almost every contest I entered contained some kind of an overhead press in it.  Now that I am competing almost exclusively […]

Crank the music, continually mix it up, and keep your workouts fun and exciting.  Team myHMB ambassador Philita Scholz shares how she keeps her cardio fun. Cardio gets a bad reputation in the weightlifting community.  It’s compared a lot to lifting weights and many arguments state that cardio just won’t give you the results of […]

Our muscle plays a critical role in healthy aging and Master’s Powerlifter Brad Gillingham is here to share some ways to combat age-related muscle and strength loss. Staying Strong for Life It is no secret that as we age, we lose muscle and strength. It takes longer to recover between workouts, and everything seems to […]

Increasing metabolic conditioning is important for many sports and activities.  Team myHMB athlete & pro boxer Mike Kurzeja shares some unique workout ideas that he likes to use. Interval training is a great way to train in order to increase your endurance and metabolic conditioning. There are many different workouts you can incorporate with interval […]

Incorporating mobility work into your daily routine is important to prepare your body for the stress you put it through during your training.  Team myHMB athlete Spenser Remick shares his favorite ways to improve mobility. The best way I have found to improve mobility is through soft tissue work (foam rolling) first thing in the […]

Stop worrying about the ‘ole joints and try out one of these low-impact workouts from Carissa Johnson to keep you healthy and fit.  Strength Training Is pushing the heavy weight causing knee issues or joint pain? Or maybe you just don’t have access to a gym…  swap these out with high rep and/or static holds […]

There are a plethora of exercise movements out there that are beneficial, but Pro Boxer Mike Kurzeja thinks getting back to the basics is a good place to start. A good old fashion ‘prison’ workout is good for almost any athlete. What is a ‘prison’ workout?  A ‘prison’ workout is comprised of body weight only […]

Heavy lifting can be difficult if you don’t have a training partner. Hall of fame powerlifter Brad Gillingham is here to share how he does his bench press speed training that doesn’t require having assistance.

The best training sessions come when you’re fully recovered.  Former strength & conditioning coach Bryan Dermody shares several areas to consider when trying to optimize your recovery. Autoregulate Your Training The general goal of training is to provide the body with a training stimulus consistently high enough to induce some type of physiological adaptation, such […]

Our team myHMB athletes & coaches share their favorite tips they’ve ever received from a coach or their favorite tip to help you in reaching your goals. “The best training tip I have gotten from a coach in recent years is to live to have a good next session. Failing reps in training will only […]

To be a well-rounded athlete improving your explosiveness is essential.  Build strength and power by incorporating these explosive training techniques from Team myHMB athlete Spenser Remick into your routine. When building explosive power for athletes I have found that ballistic or plyometric exercises like jumps and object throws to be effective.   The Olympic lifts or […]

With an array of implements to use, Hall of Fame Powerlifter Brad Gillingham shares why he loves the kettlebell. The kettlebell is a versatile piece of equipment that would be a great addition to anybody’s strength training arsenal. The kettlebell is a round shaped weight that resembles a cannon ball with a handle. Twenty years […]

The squat is a compound movement that is great to add to any training repetiteur as it allows you to build stability and strength.  Personal trainer & team myHMB athlete Jennifer Dietrick is here with some key points to perform them correctly. Squats are one of my favorite exercises. With all exercises, it’s most important […]

Mixing up your training is important to continue to see results. Hall of Fame Powerlifter and Strength Coach Brad Gillingham takes us through some different ways to utilize a sandbag to build your posterior chain, power, and strength.

There is some controversy around having too much muscle when it comes to athletes. Some say it can hinder flexibility and agility. Strength & Conditioning Coach Brad Gillingham is here to disprove this muscle-bound myth. Athletes engage in strength training to improve performance by gaining muscle mass, speed, power, strength, and endurance. In other words, […]

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