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If you’re bored of your current routine, or not producing results, or simply need an injection of motivation here’s an awesome list of fitness gurus on YouTube you should subscribe to. As a personal trainer myself, it is imperative for me to keep my skills updated and stay on top of new techniques, industry trends and all the science behind it. I subscribe to these fitness experts not only to learn something new half way around the world, but also to get inspired.
Jeff Cavaliere puts together very tough and challenging workouts. Try one of his Iron Man routines. You’ll be panting like a dog in no time.
Scooby Werkstatt is a living encyclopedia of fitness. Just check out his YouTube channel or visit his site Scooby’s Workshop and you’ll get a grasp of knowledge this man has. He’ll explain to the absolutely detail why he does something, what works and what doesn’t. I really liked his philosophy and realistic approach to bodybuilding.
Zuzana Light’s workouts are brutal. The best part is that you hardly ever need any gear to perform one of her routines.
Peter Carvell offers killer ab and cardio workouts. He really takes the time to share little tidbits on what would make the exercises even more effective.
Lee Hayward’s workouts and exercises aren’t for the average user. They are targeted at a serious bodybuilder. Subscribing to Lee’s channell is still worth it because he delivers great and honest advice on how to maximize muscle growth.
Alycia Kluegl’s workouts are just as challenging. Besides offering routines that will get you nicely toned, she has a number of great uploads covering nutrition.
Scott Herman gets right to the point. He jumps right into the routine or exercise and offers great tips on how to achieve nice looking physique along the way.
Elliott Hulse was suggested by one of my readers in the comments. He’s got a lot of really good training videos. They’re aimed typically at those looking to build brute strength and put on size. He also answers viewer’s questions in his videos and delivers information free of clutter and fluff.
Vince Del Monte’s videos are filled with great fitness tips and challenging workouts. Vince also delivers great advice on life outside the gym. Although some of his results are questionable, he still provides some good advice.
I hope to put myself on my own list this summer when I start sharing my own workouts. If you think I missed someone, let me know and I’ll check them out. Perhaps they’ll be on the updated version of this list.
Recently, I’ve been listening to the 4-Hour Workweek audiobook by Tim Ferriss. As interesting as the book is and as impressive Ferriss’ accomplishments are I can’t help but feel skeptical about some of his extreme body transformations. As a personal trainer I am quick to jump to a conclusion and say that it’s is impossible and unhealthy. However, instead of bashing Ferriss and saying that it is impossible to gain 34lbs of muscle in four weeks, I am hoping to defeat my own skepticism by attempting to replicate similar results. Actually, I would be happy if I could gain 20lbs of muscle in that time.
While I am still developing a program based on Tim Ferriss’ recomendations, I did a trial run of a full body work out today.
Total workout time, under 30 mins. Performed only 1 set per exercise. Took 8-12 seconds to perform a rep. I was actually extremely surprised when I broke sweat on 3rd rep of pull ups. By the time I reached 4th and 5th reps on all exercises my muscles were trembling. To make sure I hit all the major muscle groups I performed 7 compound exercises: pull ups, leg press, iso-lateral incline press, dealift, shoulder barbell press, dips and 90-degree decline crunches.
Full program breakdown and guide will be posted in the coming days as I still need to develop a sound nutrition plan. In addition, prior to my trial run today I did the usual body measurements including ‘before’ pictures. Those will be posted upon completion of the program.
There are all types of people in the gym with different personalities, backgrounds and goals. No matter what your workout is or the reason you joined the gym, there’s one thing that everyone must do. Practice good gym etiquette. If you’re thinking of joining a gym for the very first time or if you consider yourself a gym rat please consider the following 4 principles of gym etiquette next time you set your foot in the gym.
Be Considerate
You’re not the only one in the gym or using the equipment, so please clean up after yourself and wipe down the equipment. Return the gear or the machine to it’s original position and put the weights away. Also, don’t block the hallways. I would not have believed it if someone told me that some people will do their whole workout in the middle of the hallway. But I’ve actually seen it myself.
Share
One of my pet peeves is the guy or a girl (sometimes) that sits on the machine or a bench and reads a magazine, then he or she decided to squeeze in a rep before resuming his or her reading. If you want to read, go to the library. Some people may be too shy to ask to work-in a set between yours, so if you see someone hovering around please ask them if they are waiting for a machine. Don’t hog the equipment.
Practice Good Hygiene
It’s understandable and expected that you will work up a sweat during your workout. However, that’s no excuse for you not to apply deodorant or not brush your teeth in the morning. It’s a little hard to focus on my workout if I can smell your B.O. a mile away. And if you’re done with your workout, hit the showers. Don’t forget to wipe the equipment first.
Be Respectful
Once again, you’re not the only one working out. Respect others and the peace. Don’t drop the weights or make bear grunting sounds. Your grunting sounds do not impress anyone. It is completely normal to expel some kind of grunt when you’re pushing hard, but don’t be a drama queen. Also, don’t pressure anyone if they are currently using the gear you want to. Instead, be polite and ask them to pass it onto you when they’re done. Lastly, don’t interrupt someone else’s workout or slow them down. Working out at the gym could be the only time of the day that someone has all to themselves.
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