Ben Parker

Trainer Tip Tuesday: keep track of your workouts! Why? Here are some examples:
- Organize your workout beforehand so you save time to get in and get out!
-track progress towards a specific goal!
-make adjustments based on how you’re feeling and record it!
-A motivator to push you to workout on days when you feel too tired or think you’re too busy!
-If you’re training for something specific like a marathon, you can track how you felt under various weather conditions!

I promise that this will keep your workouts more efficient, your time in the gym optimized, and your discipline consistent! Give it a try and let me know how it goes! 💯

If you’re interested in Personal Training, Onlinr Training, or learning how to lift, DM me or email me at [email protected] to get started on achieving your goals! 😁

Trainer Tip Tuesday: be careful who you take advice from!
Recently, A fitness influencer started talking about the core and why pushing it “up” will build the Six-pack. 🤦🏻‍♂️
I wanted to highlight this comment because the fitness industry struggles with the notion that “if this person looks better than that person, then I’ll listen to the more fit individual”
Misinformation is a huge problem so please be careful!
Fitness “influencers” post a lot of garbage but because they have the physique people want, they will believe anything they say, INCLUDING any supplements/programs they sell.
If you’re unsure about what’s true or false, hire a coach (like me 🤗) to help you learn HOW to properly workout, and what to watch out for when it comes to misinformation!
I will post the stitch in my story, and it’s good to understand that has a phenomenal page of information!
Note: the influencer is from the stitch, NOT Sabrina!

The mind is a battlefield.
If you haven’t heard of please pick up his book and learn about his difficulties growing up, the 40% rule, the accountability mirror, and the extraordinary achievements that he’s been able to accomplish because of his refusal to surrender to his thoughts!
I’ve been training for over 10 years, and as I’ve gotten older, going to the gym has become more mental than physical. However, it’s my choice to decide how great I want to become and being uncomfortable is a great place to start!
Discipline yourself to push for another rep, run another mile, or hold that plank for an extra minute, because we’re all capable of achieving incredible feats, but the thing that stops us is normally what we tell ourselves! Keep going! Ask yourself “what if I achieve my goal?”
In the wise words of David Goggins, Stay Hard!

Tight Hips!? Try these mobility exercises:
1. Foam roll the IT band:
-only go up on your band!
2. 90/90’s
-first part of the clip is the beginner version! As you progress, take the hands away!
3. Kneeling rock backs
-similar to froggers, but you focus on leg at a time!
4. Clamshells
-great to fire up the glute medius before any heavy lifting!
5. Banded joint hip mobilization
-focus on internal rotation, and you can make it more comfortable by shifting your foot!
6. KB weight shift
-a nice stretch inside the groin and great to screen your hips to see if there is any limitations for mobility!
Give these a try and let me know how it goes! Happy Saturday! 💪🏻

If you’re interested in personal training, DM me or email me at [email protected] to get started with a FREE personal training questionnaire!

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Trainer Tip Tuesday: prioritize weak points! 🙏🏻
After speaking with about my hip, we both agreed that my core was weak and causing issues that needed to be addressed! I had just completed a 6 day training program and decided to switch it to a three day program, while making my off days become focused on my core and corrective exercises! Here’s a sample of what I did today:
1. Hanging leg raise 3x12
2. Heavy suitcase carry 3x to the end of the pillar (each side)
3. Heavy cable crunch 3x10
4. Clamshells 3x10 each side (not filmed)
5. Goblet adductor lunge 3x10 each side
Your weak points may be different than mine, but the purpose of prioritizing is:
1. Help with performance in bigger lifts! For example: failing a squat will be linked more to my core rather than my legs!
2. Improve overall efficiency! Specifically, I prioritized targeting the abductors and adductors to help with the hip!
3. Targeting specific muscles! For example, if you have a wide chest but your triceps are small, spending more time on your triceps will help them to grow and allow you to push more weight!
Prioritize weak points and watch how your lifts will feel more efficient and you’ll be able to continue to increase your numbers! 💯
If you’re looking for specifics with weak point training, DM me or email me at [email protected] to receive a FREE personal training questionnaire! Happy lifting 😁

Happy Friday! 💪🏻
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Trainer Tip Tuesday: stretch between sets! 🤌🏻
Why? Research has shown that stretching between sets can be very beneficial for muscle growth, as long as it’s done properly! 💪🏻
When should you do this?
During your heaviest lifts! After you’re done a set, stretch the muscle you worked, and hold it for up to 30 seconds! Repeat until you’re done that exercise! 😊
Rather than sitting on your phone for the next 2-3 mins between sets, give this a try and let me know how it goes! Stay safe and get a ticket to the gain train 🚂
If you’re interested in personal training or want to know more, DM me or email me at [email protected] to receive a FREE personal training questionnaire!

Hello! 😀 For those who don’t know me, my name is Ben Parker and I’m currently a personal trainer at and have been for the past year and a half!
I got into personal training because when I was born, my lung collapsed and I spent two days in the ICU. I was diagnosed with lifelong asthma, and while it was hard to go all-out, I loved being active! 😊
Growing up in a church, I saw countless individuals serve each other and it made me realize that I wanted to help people!
After high school, I got really interested in bodybuilding so I decided to get a degree in kinesiology to combine my love of working out and serving! 🙏🏻
I have had a great time getting to work with a variety of clients and I’m excited to showcase all of their hard work this fall!
Fun facts about me:
1. I taught myself how to rap
2. I can touch my tongue to my nose
3. I’m obsessed with anything marvel related! 🕷
I look forward to getting to know my followers and expect to see quality content in regards to fitness, clients, quizzes, challenges, and of course, the song of the week! 🎤

Three tips for back training! 💪🏻
1. Get your elbows behind your body!
2. Treat your hands like hooks so when you pull the weight, you’ll use less of your biceps, and more with the muscle you’re targeting!
3. Use different angles and rep ranges! 💯
If you’re looking for personal training, small group training, or want to learn more about how to target your back the right way, DM me or email me at [email protected] to get started!
I would love to work with you and help you reach your goals🤜🏻

Welcome Everyone to my fitness page! Prepare for some epic content, great clients, and all around fun dedicated to my desire to help others!