What Peak Athletic Performance Actually Looks Like
When most people think about athletic performance, they usually think about output. More strength. More endurance. More speed. Better conditioning. Better results. And yes, those things matter. But if you really zoom out, peak performance is not just about how hard someone trains. It is about how well their body can support that training. At […]
Why GLP-1 Weight Loss Is Costing You Muscle (And What To Do About It)
GLP-1 medications have changed the conversation around weight loss. For a lot of people, that is a very real win. Appetite comes down. Food noise gets quieter. Body weight starts moving in a direction that finally feels possible. That matters. So this is not an argument against GLP-1s. At MOVE, we are not interested in […]
Why VO₂ Max Matters (Even If You Don’t Think You’re an Endurance Athlete)
VO₂ max is usually talked about in the context of endurance athletes. Runners, cyclists, people training for long-distance events. But the reality is, it matters far beyond that. At MOVE, we’re not just interested in how much you can lift or what skills you can perform—we care about how your body functions as a whole. […]
Why Eating Too Little Is Holding Back Your Training (Even If You’re Trying to “Eat Healthy”)
One of the most overlooked problems we see—especially with people who are trying to do the “right things”—is simply not eating enough. They’re training consistently. They’re making better food choices. They’re trying to take care of their body. But energy is low. Progress is slow. Recovery feels off. And when we look closer, the issue […]
How to Stay Accountable in Fitness (And Actually See Progress)
Staying consistent with training is where most people struggle. It’s not usually a lack of knowledge. Most people know they should move more, eat better, and take care of their health. The real challenge is doing it consistently—week after week. At MOVE, we see this all the time. People start motivated, excited, ready for change… […]
What to Eat Before and After a Workout (If You Actually Want Results)
One of the most common questions we hear from clients is simple: “What should I eat before and after my workout?” It’s a good question. And the answer isn’t complicated—but it does matter. At MOVE, we focus on helping people build strong, capable bodies that last. Training is a big part of that equation, but […]
How Much Water Should You Drink During Exercise? A Practical Hydration Guide
Hydration is one of the most overlooked pieces of the fitness puzzle. People spend hours thinking about training programs, supplements, and diet strategies… but something as basic as drinking enough water often gets ignored. At MOVE, we see this all the time. Someone walks into a class feeling sluggish, joints feel stiff, energy is low—and […]
Sleep for Recovery and Motor Learning: 7–9 Hours to Boost Strength & Skill
1. The Overlooked Secret of Performance: Sleep Logan was stuck.He trained hard. He cleaned up his diet. He followed every program to the letter — yet his handstand progress had stalled, his lifts felt heavier than usual, and nagging soreness just wouldn’t go away. He chalked it up to age or stress. But after a […]
Why Skill-Based Training Beats Linear Gym Routines — For Body, Mind, and Life
Every morning at 6:00 a.m., Alex walks into the gym, swipes their key tag, and heads straight for the treadmill. After 20 minutes of running and another 30 minutes on machines — leg press, lat pulldown, chest fly — Alex finishes the session, checks off the workout, and leaves. It’s consistent. It’s safe. But lately, […]
Overhead Strength & Mobility: Coach Anika’s Top Exercises for Healthy Shoulder
Why Overhead Strength Matters (Even If You’re Not a Gymnast) When thinking about overhead strength and mobility, images of gymnasts gracefully executing flawless handstands, cartwheels, and breathtaking acrobatics often come to mind. And for good reason—these movements require immense strength and exceptional mobility. But overhead strength isn’t just about elite athletic performances or extraordinary feats. […]