Exercise
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Training Journal: 10.16.25
A home gym workout session incorporating barbell strength training. The 12-min AMRAP in the second half of the session is to focus on the core with the added stamina conditioning associated with the training modality. Continue reading
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Training Journal: 10.15.25
A track workout incorporating various functional movements. It was not as demanding as I thought. Would consider increasing the weight on the sandbag. Continue reading
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Training Journal: 10.12.25
A track workout incorporating core exercises. The 100m jogs gets the heart rate up following the previous movements. Continue reading
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Training Journal: 10.08.25
A track workout incorporating sandbag conditioning. Taking advantage of the good fall weather exercising outdoors. Continue reading
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Exercise Video: 1-arm Farmers Carry
The 1-arm Farmer’s Carry is a loaded carry exercise designed to improve core stability, grip strength, and total-body coordination. By carrying weight on one side, you challenge your trunk muscles to resist lateral flexion, enhancing balance and control while improving posture and everyday strength. Exercise Classification • Utility: Functional Strength / Core Stability • Mechanics:… Continue reading
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The 5 Best Exercises and Stretches You Can Do for Life and Why They Matter
A simple, sustainable guide to help you get strong, stay active, and support lifelong health with no complicated routines If you could only choose a handful of exercises to do for the rest of your life to stay strong and healthy, what would they be? Of course, exercise selection depends a lot on your specific… Continue reading
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Eight Smart Steps to Begin Your Fitness Journey
Practical strategies to help you build strength, improve health, and stay motivated. The hardest part of any journey is simply getting started. Perhaps the thought of us pushing ourselves beyond the comfort of our familiar routines and taking that first uncertain step is the issue. Or, it could be that change often feels uncomfortable because… Continue reading
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The Most Overlooked Factor in Your Workout
How Proper Movement and Exercise Selection Lead to Better Results I’ve been in the fitness world long enough to see plenty of interesting training styles come and go. From the latest “fitness challenge” or “8-minute Abs”, there’s always a new workout promising better results. But the one thing that’s consistently overlooked, especially among the active… Continue reading
Welcome to VGA Wellness
Welcome to VGA Wellness, my corner of the internet dedicated to helping busy people feel better, move more, and live well.
Here, I share practical, science-based strategies to help you build lasting habits in fitness, food, and mindset, without the stress or confusion.
Let’s make wellness realistic, achievable, and something you truly enjoy.
Recent Posts
- Wellness That Works in Real Life
- The Power of Continuous Improvement in Your Health and Fitness
- The Simple Framework for Staying Fit (Without Overcomplicating It)
- Eat Smart, Stay Ready
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