3 Things I would do add 10 pounds of muscle

It seems that everyone has a new innovative way to reach your goals, some being good and some being bad. I am all for innovation, but sometimes it is best to rely on proven methods as well.If my goal was to add 10 lbs of muscle, the three things that will have the most impact […]

My Favorite Protein Source

Growing up primarily a carnivore, hitting my protein goal has not been much of an issue for me. From a very young age I have always had a diet high in meat. Obviously would have loved to mix in a few more fruits and veggies in hind sight, but with the high protein diet and […]

3 Keys to Longevity

The issue A lot of people can start, but the key is being consistent over a long period of time. So many people start their fitness journey with consistency but are so quick to fall out it for a number of different reasons. Whether it is injury, lack of time, not seeing the results you […]

Importance of Protein in your Diet

Protein has become one of the most talked about things in nutrition lately. Society has really grabbed on to the high protein diet and it is pretty much all you hear about when you talk about any sort of nutritional plan. Many people obsess over their need to hit their protein goals, but don’t understand […]

Keys to a Healthy Breakfast

What Makes a Breakfast Healthy? We have all heard the classic saying “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day”, which can be true. Starting the day the right way with your first meal is key to getting your body ready for the day and setting the tone for how you are going to […]

Meeting Clients Where They’re At: The Foundation of Effective Personal Training

At BYB Fitness, one of the core principles behind every successful coaching relationship is simple: meet clients where they’re at. No two clients begin their fitness journey from the same place. Some are returning after years of inactivity, some are dealing with injuries or limitations, and others are already consistent but looking to level up. […]

Active Rest Days: Why They Matter and How to Stay Moving Without Burning Out

What Is an Active Rest Day? When people think about getting results in fitness, they usually focus on intense workouts, pushing harder, and doing more. But what if doing less—the right way—actually helps you progress faster? That’s where active rest days come in. Instead of doing nothing, active rest days focus on light movement that […]

Why Starting a Workout Routine Is So Hard (And How to Finally Stick With It)

Starting a workout routine sounds simple—but anyone who’s tried knows it’s one of the hardest things to actually follow through on. You tell yourself, “I’ll start Monday” . Then Monday comes… and goes. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The truth is, the hardest part of fitness isn’t the workout itself—it’s getting started and […]

Leg Day!

Ever since breaking my leg about a year and a half ago I have been putting a hug focus on growing my legs. If I am being honest, before breaking my leg, working my lower body was far from a priority of mine. I guess using my injury as motivation has completely changed my outlook! […]

NFL Post Draft Power Rankings

With the NFL Draft all wrapped up I am left with mixed feelings. On one hand, I am absolutely stoked for football to come back! On the other hand, we still have another 3+ months until the season kicks off. Let’s hope that time goes by quickly while we check out my top 10 ranked […]