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    Paying for Pleasure
    Daniel Fredell
    • Aug 18, 2021
    • 2 min

    Paying for Pleasure

    Pleasure can be a very finicky part of life. Not enough and life sucks; too much and it loses itself and becomes mundane. If balanced...
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    April 14: Make Adjustments, Not Excuses
    Daniel Fredell
    • Apr 14, 2020
    • 1 min

    April 14: Make Adjustments, Not Excuses

    I have been extremely grateful for my garage gym in the past couple weeks, but unfortunately it is not complete. One of my favorite...
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    April 9: Refinement
    Daniel Fredell
    • Apr 9, 2020
    • 1 min

    April 9: Refinement

    I have seen some memes about not wasting time and learning a new skill during this "down time." I agree that time should never be wasted...
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    April 8: Shelter in Place
    Daniel Fredell
    • Apr 8, 2020
    • 1 min

    April 8: Shelter in Place

    With the "Shelter in Place" order, many are afraid to leave their homes at all. This is ridiculous; get out of the house. Just stay away...
    27 views0 comments
    Bodyweight Training
    Daniel Fredell
    • Apr 7, 2020
    • 1 min

    Bodyweight Training

    In the wake of recent events, it seems that now everyone is either a bodyweight expert or a bodyweight critic. It's either all you need...
    13 views0 comments
    April 7 Thoughts
    Daniel Fredell
    • Apr 7, 2020
    • 1 min

    April 7 Thoughts

    I heard a quote last night that has stuck with me all day today. "Saying something a 100 times is not as good as living it once."...
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    You Can Out Work a Bad Diet
    Daniel Fredell
    • Jan 1, 2019
    • 2 min

    You Can Out Work a Bad Diet

    Whenever I talk to amateur athletes, and some professionals, I am amazed by how bad some of them eat. Runners, fighters, obstacle course...
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    Overhead Work
    Daniel Fredell
    • Dec 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Overhead Work

    It’s common for lifters to have favorites and go-to exercises to train various muscle groups. There’s nothing wrong with this as long as...
    25 views0 comments
    CBD Oil is Not a Magical Cure
    Daniel Fredell
    • Dec 6, 2018
    • 3 min

    CBD Oil is Not a Magical Cure

    CBD (Cannabidiol) oil is a natural product that has been blown way out of proportion lately. It seems like the new craze akin to Thrive,...
    176 views0 comments
    Instapros -The Attack On Truth
    Daniel Fredell
    • Dec 1, 2018
    • 4 min

    Instapros -The Attack On Truth

    In the world of social media “fitness pros” the lines get blurred between true fitness and looking fit. I understand the need to peacock...
    28 views0 comments
    No Cheat Meals
    Daniel Fredell
    • Oct 16, 2018
    • 2 min

    No Cheat Meals

    Ah, the most coveted meal of the week. The one that everyone looks forward to only to hate themselves for later when their goals slip...
    52 views0 comments
    Changing Your Diet Is as Hard as You Want It to Be
    Daniel Fredell
    • Oct 16, 2018
    • 2 min

    Changing Your Diet Is as Hard as You Want It to Be

    It seems like every day I speak to someone who says that dieting is just too hard. They have tried and tried, but they cannot seem to...
    21 views0 comments
    Finding Caloric Balance
    Daniel Fredell
    • Oct 16, 2018
    • 4 min

    Finding Caloric Balance

    No matter what someone’s goals are, or which diet they choose to use, caloric intake is the main contributing factor to success. The...
    22 views0 comments
    How to Spot a Horrible Diet Plan
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 5 min

    How to Spot a Horrible Diet Plan

    ^ Results of my switch to the Ketogenic diet: Pictures were taken 4 weeks apart. I maintained the same fitness routine for the full...
    54 views0 comments
    Goal Setting Part 3: Get Help
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Goal Setting Part 3: Get Help

    “Leaders don't create followers, they create more leaders.” – Tom Peters Last week we covered how motivation comes in many forms. Getting...
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    Goal Setting Part 2: Stay Motivated
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Goal Setting Part 2: Stay Motivated

    One of the main factors of goal progression is motivation. Motivation is what gets the ball rolling and keeps the snowball effect ...
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    Goal Setting Part 1: Plan for Success
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Goal Setting Part 1: Plan for Success

    Many things in life are made to be cherished and appreciated. Some are made to be enjoyed for a short time like a nice meal with friends...
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    Function Over Power
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 2 min

    Function Over Power

    “Strength is the product of struggle.” This is a favored quote among power lifters, but it also stands firm with functional fitness...
    12 views0 comments
    5 Best Movements for Jiu-Jitsu
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 5 min

    5 Best Movements for Jiu-Jitsu

    This is the blog post that inspired the book Jits-Fit: The Grappler's Guide to Fitness. I recieved many emails and messages inquiring...
    11 views0 comments
    Active Recovery
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Active Recovery

    "Lift to show, recover to grow." This is one of those sayings that get thrown around a lot in gyms and fitness facilities. The good news...
    2 views0 comments
    Loaded Carries: The Will To Survive
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Loaded Carries: The Will To Survive

    As I mentioned in 5 Best Movements for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, loaded carries are the unsung heroes of sports performance not only because...
    3 views0 comments
    King T.U.T. – The Only Lifting Principle You Need to Build Quality Muscle
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    King T.U.T. – The Only Lifting Principle You Need to Build Quality Muscle

    With the millions of programs and set/rep schemes, it’s hard to believe that everything can be broken down into one simple idea. The ...
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    Tiny T.i.M.: The Only Training Principle You Need to Lose Fat
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 4 min

    Tiny T.i.M.: The Only Training Principle You Need to Lose Fat

    Epidemic is a harsh word to hear under any circumstance. It is used in zombie movies when referring to a virus outbreak and in the...
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    Training Mentality
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 15, 2018
    • 3 min

    Training Mentality

    The act of training can be one of the most challenging endeavours in life. Whether it's weights, sports specific, or anything in...
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    True Strength Comes from Within Part 2: Real Core Training
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 5, 2018
    • 3 min

    True Strength Comes from Within Part 2: Real Core Training

    Core training has been so diluted and bastardized that I honestly hate using the word “core.” It sounds like I’m about to run you...
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    True Strength Comes from Within Part 1: Real Core Power
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 5, 2018
    • 3 min

    True Strength Comes from Within Part 1: Real Core Power

    There are four main lifts in resistance training: Deadlift, Bench Press, Squat, and Overhead Press. Each of these are full body lifts...
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    Gaining Momentum - The Warm-Up
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 5, 2018
    • 3 min

    Gaining Momentum - The Warm-Up

    The warm-up is the most overlooked stage in fitness. Very few athletes take the time to prepare themselves for the damage they are...
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    Being Physically Fit
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 5, 2018
    • 3 min

    Being Physically Fit

    It is hard to believe that health and fitness is a multi-billion dollar industry when only about one fifth of Americans meet the Physical...
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    Iron Zen Garden
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 5, 2018
    • 3 min

    Iron Zen Garden

    I have always been a true fan of fitness. I enjoy every aspect of lifestyle I have chosen from traditional weight training to...
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    Understanding Heart Rate Training
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 5, 2018
    • 3 min

    Understanding Heart Rate Training

    It is very important to monitor your client’s heart rate during fitness testing and sometimes during their workout. During a fitness ...
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    The Death of Leg Day
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 3, 2018
    • 4 min

    The Death of Leg Day

    One of my favorite gym memories steams from a conversation I had with my first coach, TB. I worked with TB for my Teen Bodybuilding...
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    True Grit
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 3, 2018
    • 4 min

    True Grit

    The mind is one of the greatest mysteries. It has the capability to make the entire body move in complete harmony, remember song lyrics...
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    Importance of Technique
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 3, 2018
    • 2 min

    Importance of Technique

    To me, technique is the most important factor in resistance training. I cannot stand to see someone perform an exercise incorrectly. It...
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    Vacation Recovery
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 3, 2018
    • 4 min

    Vacation Recovery

    According to Forbes, 52.3% of Americans are unhappy at work. Between being overworked, underpaid, and underappreciated, it’s hard to not...
    11 views0 comments
    Getting Started
    Daniel Fredell
    • Sep 1, 2018
    • 4 min

    Getting Started

    Many of my clients have spoke about intimidation as the main reason for postponing their health. This could come from the environment...
    21 views0 comments

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