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• Coconut Oil – Health Benefits

  By Duane DeJager on February 21, 2016 • ( 1 )

  

  Coconut Oil It is a common misconception that coconut oil is bad for you. People all over the world are experiencing the healthy benefits of using coconut oil. It is actually one of the healthiest oils you can consume. Here… Read More ›

• Lunges – Building Upper Leg Muscles

  By Duane DeJager on October 21, 2015 • ( 2 )

  

  As a personal trainer I am frequently asked  how does the walking lunge differ from the stationary lunge – is one better than the other for leg development? Answer: The walking lunge works the same muscles as the stationary lunge, but the… Read More ›

• Junk Food

  By Duane DeJager on July 10, 2015 • ( 0 )

  

  Oh, the good thing about processed foods or “junk food”?

• When Should You Change Exercises?

  By Duane DeJager on April 27, 2015 • ( 0 )

  

  Beginners make fast progress, even when doing the same workout week after week.  Therefore, they should keep the same routine as long as that routine is producing results.  Changing things too frequently creates negative interference, slows motor learning, and prevents… Read More ›

• Specific Training Tips to Break The Plateau

  By Duane DeJager on August 7, 2014

  Specific Training Tips  Incline to Build Your Chest: One of the number one pec builders is bench presses at 30 degree incline. Using proper form and feeling the stretch in your chest as you slowly lower the weight is very… Read More ›

• Nutrition – A Key Element in the Sport of Body Building

  By Duane DeJager on July 28, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

  Nutrition in Body Building Some say nutrition is 80 – 85% of the success of the bodybuilding sport. This is probably the biggest component that unfortunately receives a plethora of mixed messages or is driven by the supplement marketing companies… Read More ›

• Tips to Avoid Overtraining

  By Duane DeJager on February 15, 2014

  

  Overtraining: One topic that seems to be avoided in the bodybuilding world more often than not is the topic of Overtraining. Some experts have estimated that at least 90% of all bodybuilders are in a constant state of overtraining. Most… Read More ›

• Advanced Bodybuilding and Training Techniques

  By Duane DeJager on March 12, 2013 • ( 1 )

  

    It is sometimes necessary to look at implementing advanced training techniques into your training regime in order to continue to stimulate muscle growth and to avoid a lengthy training plateau. The following techniques can be judiciously incorporated into your program. However,… Read More ›