These are clips from my most recent home strength and conditioning program I developed for a current trainee. The program is based on an initial video consultation. Topics of discussion include: current training program/weekly training structure, current reps and weight used for exercises, available equipment, current injuries or chronic pain, and goals.  I developed a tailored 5 day routine, complete with detailed video instruction (professional quality audio and video), a print version of the 5 day program, and a follow-up video correspondence to guide my trainee in executing the exercises correctly.  A program like this is typically suggested for 4-6 weeks of…

Back pain is something I help many of my clients with both in training and in treatment. Success with treatment and training will depend on each client's condition. I've had some cases resolve after one treatment, and others took half a year of training core endurance and coaching movement that spares the spine. In some cases, the problem comes and goes - it depends on how effectively the pain trigger(s) can be avoided. If, for example, someone has back pain that is triggered by prolonged sitting in a slouched posture and consistent training helps alleviate it, that person will have…

This video shows five exercises to help prevent and address anterior hip impingement (pinching at the front of the hip(s)). There may be other factors that contribute to pain in your specific case that I haven't brought up in this video. For an accurate diagnosis of your condition, always seek an in depth clinical assessment from an experienced professional that is well versed in physical assessment.