Agoge Strength and Conditioning

Just a quick recap of my recent video on goal setting for the new year. agogecoach.com

#resolution #newyearsgoals #2023newyear It is that time of year again- what resolutions have you set for 2023? In this video I go over the simple strategy of setting one goal at a time. I also reveal my own resolution for 2023- the first resolution I have ever actually made! If you are a goal crushing master, you might not need this video- but you probably know someone else that does! I hope everyone has a safe and productive 2023! agogecoach.com

#glutamine, #immunehealth, #intestinalhealth, #strategiesforstrongimmunesystem Glutamine is an amino acid that has been shown to feed the immune cells in the intestinal tract. Many researchers believe that immune health starts in the gut. Supplementing with glutamine (5-10grams daily) can support a healthy intestinal lining which has a wide range of benefits. agogecoach.com

#zinc, #immunehealth, #fluseason One of the simple strategies to support immune health is to supplement with zinc. 15-30mg daily can help to promote healthy levels of zinc in the body. In this quick video we discuss: 1) Zinc supports healthy digestion 2) Zinc supports the immune system 3) Zinc supports healthy testosterone levels One thing I do not discuss in the video that is useful to know is people who sweat a lot tend to need more zinc than people who do not sweat much- so if you are someone who likes hot yoga, or anyone who spends a lot of time outside in the warmer months, supplementing with zinc might be necessary for optimal levels. Last note: do not purchase a zinc oxide! It is the least absorbable compound. agogecoach.com

#VitaminD3 #VitaminD3Benefits #VitaminD3forFlu #VitaminD3forVirus Flu season is well under way, and there are simple, inexpensive strategies you can use to help keep your immune system strong. agogecoach.com

#VitaminD3 #VitaminD3Benefits #VitaminD3forFlu #VitaminD3forVirus Flu season is well under way, and there are simple, inexpensive strategies you can use to help keep your immune system strong. agogecoach.com

#shorts Most people who say they have 15 or 20 years of experience really mean they have one year of experience, that they have been repeating over and over again. For people who are just tryiing to be in shape, this is an issue because what worked for you once will not continue to work for you endlesssly.

I got some good requests for 'your top five fitness questions' last week, here is the first one: How frequently should you exercise for optimal changes in body composition?

Giving you an opportunity to get your questions answered- I'll take the best/most interesting top five questions I get and answer them. You do not have to be a client to participate!

The deadlift is one of the most popular exercises out there. Here are some simple tips to keep your back safe and to help with your progress in the gym agogecoach.com

Lifting straps have their place- that place is not dumbbell rows or lat pulldowns! But for pulls they can be useful. Here are some quick tips to use them correctly. agogecoach.com

Range of motion is specific to velocity. This means that static range of motion does not always help with dynamic movement, and can actually lead to injury. agogecoach.com

Range of motion is specific to velocity. This means that static range of motion does not always help with dynamic movement, and can actually lead to injury. agogecoach.com

Joint health is an important issue, understanding how resistance training can help or harm the joints can do a lot to improve your quality of life agogecoach.com

There are a lot of things that make the difference between a great coach/trainer and a mediocre coach/trainer. No one sets out to be average, yet the fitness industry is overflowing with average. Here is a quick tip about a simple thing that can make a career difference- or make a huge difference if you are considering hiring a personal trainer or coach and are not sure what to look for agogecoach.com

There is a long standing and pervasive belief that if someone works out and builds muscle, they are doomed to live out the rest of their lives out of shape and overweight. This short video addresses this myth, and why it is not true. agogestrength.com

In part one of this series we talked about the ‘nuts and bolts’ of building muscle. In this video we about how hormones impact your results, which exercises are best for building muscle, and finally an old school training split that has proven results. Part One: https://youtu.be/67-lWa0MLiU agogestrength.com

The science of building muscle- regardless of the goal- can be understood and pursued if you begin with understanding the three things that have to be considered when designing and executing a training program agogestrength.com

While every thing we do in the pursuit of our goals is important, an often overlooked component is recovery. agogestrength.com

Traditionally, many strength coaches believe that strength endurance is an over-prescribed training medium from bored coaches who do not understand energy systems. Here are some quick details to help understand how some sports/hobbies do not require a strong aerobic base. agogestrength.com

Currently the two prominent certifications for supplements in the US are known as the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP- some people call it Process or Product instead of Practice) and the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) for Sports. This video explains the difference between the two and how they work to help consumers make better supplement purchases. agogestrength.com

What qualities do a supplement need to be worth the purchase? 1) Absorption Gummies Tablets Capsules Powders Liquids- do your research! 2) Quality Chelated Minerals Pharmaceutical Grade Ratio of Nutrients 3) Proprietary Blend Be cautious of an over-abundance of ingredients Understanding Intellectual Property Dosing can be tricky Nutrisearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements: https://amzn.to/3KT0NxM If you are a coach or a personal trainer and you want a better understanding of the differences between great supplements and subpar supplements, this book is a really good read. Uh, it’s not a picture book. It’s pretty much words and graphs, so bros beware. agogestrength.com

1. Absorption. What absorbs best? o Gummies o Tablets o Capsules o Powders Liquids- do your research 2. Quality. o Chelated minerals o Pharmaceutical Grade o Ratio of nutrients 3. Proprietary Blend o Be cautious of many ingredients o Understand that Intellectual Property is a factor o Dosing can be an issue Nutrisearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements: https://amzn.to/3KT0NxM If you are a coach or a personal trainer and you want a better understanding of the differences between great supplements and subpar supplements, this book is a really good read. Uh, it’s not a picture book. It’s pretty much words and graphs, so bros beware. agogestrength.com

This rounds out my current introduction for Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids. A lot more could be said- I will probably do a couple videos for expecting mothers and those with newborns, since those are very specific topics. This is a very good book for those wishing to learn more about how dietary fats impact the brain and our health. Brain Building Nutrition by Michael A Schmidt PhD https://amzn.to/3CbRGFj There are several companies that make quality fish oil, here is one for those interested: https://amzn.to/3sqdTMe agogestrength.com

I know some people are not fond of straps, but I also know that people are using them anyway. So we might as well use them correctly! Link for straps: https://amzn.to/3s5FBOq Good Grip Work and hefty straps: https://www.ironmind.com/ agogestrength.com