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Never Do the Plank (It Can Do More Harm Than Good)

Discover why planks may not be ideal for everyone, especially if you have back pain or Achilles issues. Learn the right way to strengthen your core with Coach Brian.

Glute Strength Benefits – Why You Need Strong Glutes

by Team Critical Bench

Unlock the secrets to a stronger body with our deep dive into the benefits of strong glutes: perfect posture, peak athletic performance, and effective injury prevention.

How to Make a Christmas Detox Latte

by Team Critical Bench

Sip your way to holiday health with our Christmas Coffee Detox Latte! Indulge guilt-free and support your body’s natural detox.

Paleo Diet for Beginners – How to Begin Eating Paleo

by Chris Wilson

Explore the paleo diet with expert Carissa Alinat. Learn the basics, benefits, and how to start in this insightful discussion. Plus, get a free cookbook!

NO MORE BULKING! How to Build Lean Muscle Mass

by Team Critical Bench

Unlock lean muscle secrets without excess bulking. Avoid fat cell hyperplasia and balance hormones for an aesthetic physique. Get your free guide now.

How to Unlock & Develop Your Adductors

by Team Critical Bench

Unlock the secrets to effective adductor training for gains, performance, and health. Learn the right techniques for inner thigh strength.

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.

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.

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.

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.