Let’s talk about calories. People talk about calories all the time, but you’d be surprised how many people are unable to explain exactly what a calorie is. Most people that are dieting are unable to …

Why do people fear hard work? In sports where it is only you against yourself, why do people fear pushing themselves further? Why do people stay "safe"?Have you ever been in the gym and done this to …

One of the most overlooked parts of working out is stretching, but are you doing what’s optimal? Let’s start with pointing out the difference between the two. Static stretching is holding one po …

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Hi there RivalUS family! This month I want to talk about what gets me motivated and helps keep me motivated to lead a healthy lifestyle and to compete.First and foremost, my children!! Unfortunately o …

What’s in your gym bag? We all have different things that are necessities for having a successful workout. It seems that everyone is now carrying a gym bag full of gym gear and supplements. I thoug …