Category: Matt Weik

Fitness Influencers Need to Pay Rent at Their Gym
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
No, the title of this article isn’t clickbait… I truly believe that fitness influencers need to pay more tha [...]

5 Health Benefits of Parsley & Reasons to Cook with It
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Originating from the central and eastern Mediterranean regions, parsley is a flowering plant that has become [...]

7 Natural Ways to Decrease Appetite
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
With so many options around, we are always tempted with treats and constant snacking opportunities that tend [...]

The Pros and Cons of Using ChatGPT as Your Personal Trainer
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
As funny as this may sound, there are actually people out there using ChatGPT as their personal training to [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Reverse Dieting
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Reverse dieting is often called "the diet after the diet." It has been popular in bodybuilding for years to [...]

Benefits and Safety Tips for Snatch Grip Deadlift
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
When powerlifters and weightlifters want to take their strength level up a notch, they often turn to the sna [...]

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Exercise to Relieve Pain
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
If you're grappling with cubital tunnel syndrome, you understand the pain and frustration it brings. It ste [...]

7 Health Benefits of Guava Juice You Need to Know
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Guavas, the tropical trees originating in Central America, have long been overlooked amidst the popularity o [...]

5 Health Benefits of Corn Silk You’ve Never Heard Of
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Imagine standing in your kitchen, husking ears of corn for dinner. As you peel back the green layers, those [...]

6 Deadlift Alternatives to Consider During Leg Day
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
The deadlift, hailed as the ultimate test of raw power and strength, targets your core, hamstrings, glutes, an [...]

Weekend Warrior vs. Daily Exercise: Does It Make a Difference?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
In the search for a healthier and more active lifestyle, we often find ourselves at a crossroads: should we [...]

IFBB Men’s Open Secures the Bag: Screw the Other Competitors?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
To preface this entire article, I’m just going to throw out the elephant in the room and get it over with, a [...]

The OMAD Diet: Nothing to Be Mad About Here!
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
The OMAD diet, which stands for "One Meal a Day," is a popular type of intermittent fasting. It involves a d [...]

4 Ways to Get Rid of Muscle Knots in Your Neck and Shoulders
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Muscle knots, also known as trigger points, can be a common source of discomfort and pain in the neck and sh [...]

5 Health Benefits of Kiwi You Never Expected
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Did you know that kiwi got their name due to their resemblance to New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi? Whi [...]