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The DEATH of Crunches & Sit-Ups with Brian Klepacki

The DEATH of Crunches & Sit-Ups with Brian Klepacki

by Chris Wilson

On this episode of Strong By Design, Coach Chris sits down with his colleague, Brian Klepacki. They share science based research on why you should NEVER do a sit up or crunch again.

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CARBS – Public Enemy #1

CARBS – Public Enemy #1

by Chris Wilson

On this episode of Strong By Design, Coach Chris sits down with nutrition and holistic health professional, Tonya Fines. They discuss everything you need to know about carbs.

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Train Like an Athlete for the Perfect Body with Erin Stern

Train Like an Athlete for the Perfect Body with Erin Stern

by Chris Wilson

On this episode of Strong By Design, Coach Chris sits down with two time Ms. Figure Olympia, fitness coach and author, Erin Stern. They go into depth on why training like an athlete is better for the physique.

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Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone with Ryan Faehnle Part 3

Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone with Ryan Faehnle Part 3

by Chris Wilson

This is part 3 of “Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone”. Coach Chris and Ryan Faehnle continue their conversation about fat loss. On this episode, they discuss key concepts and hacks for sustainable fat loss.

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Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone with Ryan Faehnle Part 2

Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone with Ryan Faehnle Part 2

by Chris Wilson

This is part 2 of “Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone”. Coach Chris and Ryan Faehnle continue their conversation about fat loss.

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Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone with Ryan Faehnle Part 1

Your Body’s Hidden Hunger Hormone with Ryan Faehnle Part 1

by Chris Wilson

Today, Coach Chris is joined by strength coach Ryan Faehnle. They discuss hunger hormones and some unconventional fat loss tricks.

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Why Toughness is Critical for Men with Mike Gillette?

Why Toughness is Critical for Men with Mike Gillette?

by Mike Westerdal

The truth is strength starts from within. On this episode of Strong by Design, Coach Chris is...

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The DEATH of Crunches & Sit-Ups

The DEATH of Crunches & Sit-Ups

by Team Critical Bench

Discover everyday core strength and confidence beyond gym workouts for a powerful, pain-free life.

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How to Build STRONG Glutes (Exactly What You Need!)

How to Build STRONG Glutes (Exactly What You Need!)

by Team Critical Bench

Discover effective glute training strategies to build strength without wasted effort. Learn targeted exercises for a powerful, shapely booty.

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The 30th Anniversary Arnold Sports Festival: Exclusive with Ben Tatar

The 30th Anniversary Arnold Sports Festival: Exclusive with Ben Tatar

by Chris Wilson

Explore the shift in bodybuilding from ‘HUGE & FREAKY’ to health-focused. Ben Tatar reveals why muscle giants are fading. A new fitness era dawns.

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