Valor Over Discretion
"The better part of valor is discretion." – William Shakespeare / Henry IV, Part 1 Just because you can lift a certain weight, doesn't always mean you should. Between standing…
Unexpected Inertia Wave Critiques – But I Can Learn!
Even the doctor can learn. Remember our video where Mel performs the inertia wave? Well, we got some unexpected critiques...but as I always say, I can learn! Struggling with chronic…
Push Day: 30lb Reps + Upper Body Workout
Not Captured: Mel's 40lb repsCaptured: Mel's 30lb reps + a killer spotter/videographer It's push day so we're focusing on weights, upper body squats, and working our arms, shoulders, and torso.…
What is Time Under Tension?
Counting seconds, not reps. (Okay, counting reps too.) For those who aren't familiar with the phrase "time under tension," this approach to strength training focuses on the length of time…
2X Bodyweight Squat at 72 Years
Holy smokes, Batman! Whoever thought I'd be 72 years young and squatting 335lbs? (That's a 2X bodyweight squat ) Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a call…
What Did Strongmen Do Before Bench Presses?
What did strongmen and other fitness enthusiasts do before bench presses were introduced? Update on this topic: The first bench press is attributed to strongman and professional wrestler George Hackenschmidt,…
What’s the benefit of Unilaterals?
Press on! Warming up at Catalyst Fitness with leg presses and calf raises before tackling unilateral exercises. What's the benefit of unilaterals? Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give…
The Real Caleb Arena
Will the real Caleb Arena please stand up Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a call today or fill out the form below to schedule…
Running Like the Wolf
Run like the wolf! Going for a little jog between lifting days. Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a call today or fill out the…
High Knees, Hill Sprints, and Skipping
Skip to it! Today is all about high knees, hill sprints, and skipping. Because that's how we do. Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a…