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Philosophical underpinnings of strength: socratic thinking
His emphasis on moderation teaches us to avoid extremes, whether in diet, exercise, or indulgence, fostering a sustainable approach to healt
Jordan Van Dyk
Feb 13 min read
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The Power of Strength: Invest in Your Future
strength doesn’t come naturally—it’s something you have to build. Starting in our mid-30s, we lose muscle through a process called sarcopeni
Jordan Van Dyk
Jan 62 min read
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How Water Affects Athletic Performance
In the realm of athletic pursuits, everything we do matters, and perhaps none are more underrated than the consumption of the elixir of
Jordan Van Dyk
Sep 16, 20243 min read
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The Adult Athlete: Strength Training While Playing Sports
Whether you’re playing soccer, basketball, pickleball, or golf, balancing sports and your strength training goals can be a challenge.
Jordan Van Dyk
Sep 7, 20245 min read
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The Value of Small Steps: Moving Beyond 'All or Nothing' in Health
It's a phrase that is uttered constantly by people across the globe in various contexts. It's a foundational lie people tell themselves to a
Jordan Van Dyk
Aug 5, 20243 min read
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What to Eat to Fuel Your Training
What you eat before and after a workout can significantly impact your performance, recovery, and overall progress toward fitness goals. It's
Jordan Van Dyk
Jul 17, 20244 min read
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The Benefits of Hiring a Strength Coach Over Using a Template
In the pursuit of health and strength goals, individuals often face the choice between following a generic training template and hiring a
Jordan Van Dyk
Jul 7, 20242 min read
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Is Exercise Science Research Reliable For a Coaching Practice?
To base your coaching solely on scientific research (i.e. "Evidence Based" training) would be a mistake. Through a marriage of the practical
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 20, 20247 min read
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Optimizing Your Workout Based on Different Times of Day
For years, I was a member of the unofficial "5AM crew" at my local YMCA, then when I had 24/7 access at two other gyms, a member of the 4 AM
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 17, 20245 min read
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The Intersection of Faith and fitness
Faith and fitness. In my life, Faith came first, and then it left for a while, and fitness filled in it's time slot each week. In spite...
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 15, 20245 min read
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Brain gains: Learning, Mental Health and Strength Training
Learning is a lifelong endeavor that extends beyond the classroom and into every aspect of our lives. Engaging in continuous learning...
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 11, 20243 min read
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The Benefits of Online Personal Training vs. In-Person Personal Training
The fitness industry has evolved significantly with the advent of technology, and one of the most notable developments is the rise of...
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 6, 20243 min read
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The Cardiovascular Benefits of Strength Training
When we think of cardiovascular health, activities like running, cycling, or swimming often come to mind. However, strength training...
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 4, 20243 min read
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Building Muscle Without Gaining Fat
The challenge lies in consuming enough calories to support muscle growth without excessive caloric intake that leads to fat accumulation.
Jordan Van Dyk
Jun 3, 20244 min read
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Be like Paul: Dealing With Stress
How silly it is to compare our problems to Paul, creating our own prisons out of additional yard work, work projects, children's practices,
Jordan Van Dyk
May 29, 20243 min read
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"How Should I Weigh My Food, Cooked or Uncooked?"
Each photo is the same amount of rice. The measuring cup measured 227g of uncooked rice, which yielded the entire sauce pan of rice after co
Jordan Van Dyk
May 18, 20241 min read
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5 Ways To Balance Training With Being a Parent
Navigating some of the new circumstances of life have brought me great joy. Here are 5 ways to balance training with being a parent:
Jordan Van Dyk
May 6, 20244 min read
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"How Many Days a Week Should I Work Out?"
One day a week? Probably not enough.
Two days a week? Can be okay in the right situation, and can lead to decent gains.
Three? Now we're...
Jordan Van Dyk
Apr 25, 20242 min read
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The Simple Way I Cut My Screen Time In Half
At the risk of sounding like one of those "I cut my screen time in half by using this one simple trick!!" clickbait thumbnails, the path to
Jordan Van Dyk
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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Friday Five: Most Influential Books In My Life
This book inspired me in ways that you might not inspect. What stuck out to me was the level of detail and true scholarship that...
Jordan Van Dyk
Apr 19, 20245 min read
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