Our hips are complex structures that need to be taken care of.  Without proper warming up, stretching, and strengthening, we may develop issues.  Asymmetries, inflammation, nerve pain, and lack of...

“Holy smokes.. These guys are strong,” I thought as we were hauling an 800 lb gun safe up a flight of stairs. In college, I joined a moving company for...

Sick of breathing that machined air?  It’s time to get outside!   I used to be naive to the idea that you could get a great workout in the great outdoors. ...

These may seem like two very similar terms (and they are), but there is a difference between exercise and physical activity.  Sometimes people confuse the two, but it’s important to...

Wait a sec, Coach.. You want me to cheat on my diet?! First of all, I’m not a huge fan of the word ‘diet.’  I get it.  It’s a buzzword. ...

There’s no doubt that lunges can help you build an awesome set of wheels.  There are a few exercises that I consider staples of my personal routine and lunges are...

If we’re talking proportions, a good rule of thumb is that the triceps should make up roughly two-thirds of your arm.  While many people focus on the biceps, the triceps...

Have you ever walked into the gym, seen somebody doing something incredible, and wished you could do something similar?   Besides the superhuman strength some folks display, there are certain skills...

Coaches and fitness enthusiasts:  If you plan to create a fitness program, there are some important elements that you must consider. Admittedly, each of these topics could use their own...

What makes the burpee so special? When I explain the burpee to first-time clients, I always feel it’s important to mention that the burpee is a fundamental, functional exercise.  What...

Physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic has made partner workouts difficult if your gym partner isn’t from the same household.  We try our best to minimize our contact with others,...

What does it mean to move in the transverse plane and why should we care?  The three planes of motion are the sagittal plane, the frontal plane, and the transverse...

For many people, it’s hard enough to get started with exercise.  However, if you get bit by the exercise bug (and many of our Milo Family have been), it can...

Let’s address the elephant in the room.. The jump rope is hard.  No matter how good you are, it only takes one misstep where the rope whips you on the...

The Squat’s Ugly Stepsister.. The overhead squat is an exercise that most people shy away from. We’ve heard all of the objections: It’s too hard. I can’t go as heavy. I don’t have the flexibility. Time to put the excuses to rest!

How often do you truly listen to your body?  Are you in tune with what your body is trying to tell you? Our bodies are amazing machines.  We have the...

I’ll start by saying that my take on this topic may be controversial. Can you remember a time where you worked out and perhaps pushed it a bit too far?...

“Woah.. what do you mean, Coach?!”   That’s right – your workouts shouldn’t ALWAYS be fun.  In case no one ever told you.. Doing things you don’t like can make you...

The squat.. Is it the king of all exercises?  I’m not here to spark a debate, but one thing is for sure:  The barbell back squat is a fundamental, compound...

You can’t be everything to everybody.   This is a concept that we’ve written about before, but as the world continues to change, it’s worth reminding you in a time of...

Success means different things to different people. Success might be reaching a goal that you’ve set at work. It might be winning some kind of competition. Success might be following...

Gym etiquette has always been important, but will be more important than ever as gyms open back up.  Having terrible gym etiquette is a surefire way to upset others and...

One of my fitness secrets is that I travel with a resistance band everywhere I go.  It’s so easy for me to roll up a band, throw it in my...

First, let me start this article by addressing why the word “barefoot” is in quotes.  I do NOT believe that running without shoes is the best idea.  You should have...

I witnessed it live.  A human being pulled 501 kg (1104.5 lbs) off the ground and stood up with it; unbelievable. This was one of the most hyped lifts I’ve...

There are two types of trainers:  Those who ask for feedback from their clients and those who don’t. If your goal is to help people, you need feedback and constructive...

Let’s Talk about our Favorite F Word… Food Today, we are going through some crazy times.  Due to the CoronaVirus Pandemic people’s lives have certainly experienced some strong changes.  At...

I’ll be honest.. I’ve wanted a sandbag for a long time. Sandbag training has always interested me because of how versatile a sandbag is; you can do so many exercises...

Today’s times are anything but conventional.  This week alone, 300 million Americans have been asked to stay home and self-quarantine in an attempt to slow the ever-spreading Coronavirus.  With no...

Road Trips – they’re either the best or worst thing you’ve got planned.  There are a few different types of road trips that are based on several variables:  duration of...

If you’re anything like the 11 million people who watched the NCAA basketball tournament last year, you know that March Madness is known for the biggest college basketball tournament in...

Yep – you guessed it.  It’s my birthday week.   I’ve never been a big ‘birthday guy.’  As clichéd as it may sound, I feel as though I am celebrating life...

Are you Irish?  Does it really matter?  Virtually everyone celebrates St. Patty’s Day – whether they have Irish roots or not.  What can this teach us about fitness culture?  Let’s...

You set up at the starting line.  You are focused on your foot placement, your breathing, your reaction time.  You lean into the line, pull back your arm, and… GO!...

What can we learn from the NFL combine?  Every year, some of the best college football players in the country come to put their athletic skills on display for NFL...

Is Leap Day a holiday?  Perhaps – but I think of it more as an opportunity.  Every four years, we get one extra day. I understand that there isn’t much...

I’m sure you all have heard someone say, “I don’t have the time to workout.”  This might even be a phrase that you’ve mentioned from time to time. We’ve all...

I spent the first 25 years of my life in Wisconsin.. I get it.  Exercising in the cold can be difficult. With temperatures well below zero degrees Fahrenheit, getting outside...

Shaq AND Kobe, Simon AND Garfunkel, Batman AND Robin… Some people just perform better together.  Since the beginning of time there have been dynamic duos in every avenue of life....

It's Heart Health Month! What heart-healthy behaviors are you incorporating for you and your family?

Every year, without question, the New Year is accompanied with the phrase “New Year, New Me!”  I’ve said it, my friends have said it, and I’m sure many of you...

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard, “I just don’t have the time,” I would be writing this from my own island.  Lack of time is an...

SMART Goals… we’ve all heard of them.  While I’m not the biggest fan of cookie-cutter goal setting, the ‘S’ is pretty important:  Sustainable.   There’s a careful balance with sustainability.  On...

Happy New Year!  Now, it’s time to clean out your fitness closet.  No, this doesn’t mean I want you to purge the impulse fitness gifts you bought yourself on Amazon...

This is more of a letter than an article – but it is a message that I hope deeply resonates with you. We talk a great deal about health and...

It’s that time of year again – we are focused on how we can improve in our next 365 days.  The New Year makes us mindful of our progress (or...

Your client has a goal.  Perhaps, they’ve even shared it with you.. Great!  But your job isn’t done yet. Check this out: Client: “Hey Coach, I’ve decided I’m committed to...

First, I am not a fan of the term ‘Diet.’  To me, a diet is a temporary thing. My personal opinion is that your nutrition is the cumulation of your...

At the time of writing this article, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics states that there are nearly 360,000 fitness trainers and instructors in the United States alone.  They estimate...

We all know our health and fitness can take a backseat during the holiday season.  With all of the delicious (sometimes not-so-healthy) food, cozy time inside, and busy schedules, we...

Congratulations – you’ve taken the dive into online training.  Your journey toward building your business and creating a new revenue stream has begun!  However, before you celebrate too much, you...

As fitness professionals, we pride ourselves on our vast knowledge of the human body, how it functions, and how to elicit the desired training adaptations.  We learn all of these...

One of the frequent questions that we are asked here at Milo is, “Who is Milo and why is your company named after him?” As you may know, our mission...