Can I spot reduce fat?
“Jason – Can I work out so that I loose fat from my: stomach/back/legs/arms” – you name it! This question is one of the most repeated questions that I receive from my PT clients. It has long been believed that spot reduction, the ability to selectively lose fat from specific areas of your body by exercising a particular muscle group will in turn lead to fat loss in that area. Unfortunately, this is not based on any scientific evidence. Our bodies burn fat from all over the body, not just one particular area. Here’s why spot reduction doesn’t work and […]
The one tip that will change your physique overnight!
I have been working out of gyms for almost 30 years now and this is the one tip I wish I could pass on to as many people as possible. It's a very simple muscle contraction that is the most effective for building muscle. This is called the eccentric muscle contraction. An eccentric muscle contraction […]
Top 10 most common questions I get asked about running!
As a running coach based out of Galway, I get alot of questions from potential clients about running, speed development and running technique. Here's some of the most frequently asked questions I get asked: Is running good for me? Yes running is absolutely one of the most all around beneficial forms of exercises you can […]
Should I lose fat or build muscle first?
Jason - Should I lose fat or build muscle first? This is a question that I have heard many times in my 20 years experience in health and fitness. And it's definitely not going to be the last any time soon! A quick Google search for the answer makes it even more confusing even to […]
What a “leg day” looks like for a speed development client
The first leg session will be initially dictated by an assessment of the athletes mobility and flexibility abilities. If for example there is an ankle mobility issue this may force a change in the planned session. If there are no underlying issues that need immediate attention the initial leg session will look extremely similar to the following: Initial warm up including hip releasing exercises, glute activation and posterior chain release. Glute med activation through abduction resisted movements which often causes problems in the lower back due to a weakness and inability of the glute med to assist the stronger gluteus […]
Leg day – for a complete beginner!
When working with clients who are new to personal training, I often start our first "leg day" addressing the most common issue I come across when beginners hire me to transform their physique - The glute/ quad issue. Perhaps this has happened to you too, you start any resistance program that includes squats, lunges, single […]