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Valerie Rider
Nov 43 min read
Navigating Nutrition on the Road: A Guide for the Busy Professional
Stay on track with nutrition goals while traveling! Quick tips for busy pros to eat well, stay energized,
and boost confidence on the go!
Valerie Rider
Oct 153 min read
The Perfect Meal Plan
I can see the draw of a meal plan. A plan can do a few things... It can counter this excuse. (all 3 are essentially the same.) “I don't...
Valerie Rider
Oct 154 min read
Power Training: Be Strong, Fast
What is Power? Power is different from strength, but the two work together. Imagine getting up out of a chair. If you took 30 seconds to...
Valerie Rider
May 235 min read
Mastery in Athletics: Lessons from BJJ Belt Rankings
Transform your athletic potential by mastering belt rankings! Learn how belt principles in martial arts can enhance your skills for sport.
Valerie Rider
May 145 min read
Ultra-Processed Foods are Moving You Away From Your Goals
The impact of ultra-processed foods on your health and fitness goals. Learn what they are and how to avoid them.
Valerie Rider
May 52 min read
Periodized Training Plan for a Jedi Master
An assessment, injury analysis, movement analysis, and testing and standards make you better equipped to perform in high-intensity combat.
Valerie Rider
May 14 min read
Strength Training: Your Secret Weapon in Weight Loss
Cardio often overshadows strength training in weight loss narratives, especially for middle-aged individuals. However, the benefits of...
Valerie Rider
Mar 183 min read
Mastering Goal Setting in Sports
Dive into our guide on effective goal setting to elevate your athletic performance. Master the art of success. Read now!
Valerie Rider
Jan 13 min read
The Art of Learning: Embracing Imperfection in Training
Understanding and embracing how we learn can be as crucial to results as a good program.
Valerie Rider
Dec 21, 20233 min read
Balancing Training, Exercise, and Outside Stress
How to balance training intensity and volume with life's stresses. Learn individualized plans and fatigue management.
Valerie Rider
Dec 21, 20233 min read
Mastering Energy: Peak Performance in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through Bioenergetics
The role of bioenergetics in enhancing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu performance, focusing on energy systems for optimal training.
Valerie Rider
Nov 9, 20233 min read
Strategic Fitness: Navigating the Science of Periodization
How structured training can optimize athletic performance and enhance physical development.
Valerie Rider
Mar 16, 20235 min read
Strength Training in Yoga and BJJ
Strength Training for Yoga and BJJ Strength training has long been recognized as an effective way to promote physical fitness and enhance...
Valerie Rider
Jan 26, 20234 min read
Powerlifting Science
Are you new to the world of powerlifting? Understanding the science behind your body's performance is crucial for attaining your goals....
Valerie Rider
Dec 2, 20222 min read
The 5 Whys and Uncovering Motivation
There is an exercise called the ‘5 Whys’ (5Y) in which you take the problem “I want to get fit” and ask yourself why. Each layer gets to...
Valerie Rider
Nov 24, 20225 min read
I Quit: Superhero Origin Story
This article isn't about how I became a personal trainer. It is about change. We are all faced with moments of realization. We can choose...
Valerie Rider
Nov 24, 20222 min read
How to Increase Your Fitness at Work
You're probably chained to a desk for most of the day if you're like most people. The sedentary nature of office jobs can harm our...
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