GunnyP Fitness

One of the true pioneers in martial arts. Chuck was doing MMA before anyone. He along with Bruce Lee are the true godfathers of all that is hand to hand grappling. I met Mr Norris in the 80s while in the Marine Corps.. a nice man … who could kill you in one minute☺️. We were somewhat in awe of him.

Chuck Norris' kids share heartbreaking tributes after his death at 86

One of the most dangerous exercises you could possibly do. A blueprint to tear your bicep off the bone😬. And for bragging rights🤷🏼‍♂️. A preacher curl does not work the “peak” of your biceps (nothing does) & this exercise starts off in a severe mechanical disadvantage. Foolhardy & ignorant!!!

Form police incoming 🚨 show me your 90lb curl before you talk 🫶🏼😘

One of the 3 tests in the Marine Corps physical fitness tests is dead hang pullups. Harder than most think. This guy is doing “good pullups.” 👍👍
A “bad pullup” is not going all the way down and having a bent elbow 🤨.. something my drill instructor used to tell me too much!
Max score is 23….. now (changed several years ago from 20)
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Minimum is 3 to go to boot camp

Im currently helping a young man get ready for Marine Corps boot camp
Hes currently at 5 & we want him to at least 10 in the 3 months we have to get him ready.

Marines challenge me to pull-ups #marines #pullups #challenge #calisthenics #fitnessmotivation

Nutrition education in America 🙄

New MAHA Laws Require Nutrition CME for Doctors Texas, Louisiana are first to pass such laws; remains to be seen if other states will follow suit

There are more gyms than anytime in history, yet obesity rates are at an all time high 🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️.

“At least they’re doing something” is an excuse…

Of course, something is better than nothing in theory. Having a gym membership you don’t use is theoretically better than not having one. Going to the gym 1-2x per week is theoretically better than going to the gym 1-2 times per week.

But why are we constantly judging ourselves against doing NOTHING, when in reality, we should be comparing ourselves against the standard minimal effective dose to keep us healthy and help us stay healthy for a lifetime.

The cold hard truth of that minimal dose? Here it is…

Cardio: Health benefits start at 150mins per week
Strength: Benefits start at 2x/week (w/ intensity)
Conditioning: VO2max improvements at 20min/week
Mobility: Improvements start at 45mins per week
Muscle: Moderate volume 2x/week per muscle
Athleticism: 30mins per week exploring movement

So no, this level of preventative health cannot be achieved in just 1-2 non structured gym sessions per week. Not even close.

At a bare minimum, this level of exercise can potentially slow down the impending loss of all physical characteristics IF you’re already lean, healthy, fit, strong and carry muscle mass.

If you’re like the 96% of metabolically unhealthy Americans that would like to lose some fat, gain some muscle, move better, get out of pain, and rebuild their bodies after times of disuse, misuse or deactivation?

You’re going to need to do MORE to reverse these chronic diseases, orthopedic problems and lifestyle issues.

The unpopular truth is that people have dug themselves into an unhealthy hole, and they’re never able to climb out doing the minimum (they also don’t need to do the maximum).

We need to do more AND do it smarter when it comes to training to regain our physical health and function. We need to be more well rounded, more flexible, and more principle based.

If you’re looking for the health blueprint for your training? I have the ultimate plan. Learn more in the LINK IN BIO

Great trip down 💪🏿 memory lane with Pharos Athletic Club trainer Bobby Strom

The absolute OG of fitness @bobbystrom is on this weeks PAC Talk Podcast and we couldn’t be more honored to have him. With a lifetime’s worth of fitness knowledge and experience and an endless pool of good stories, we have truly enjoyed having Bobby on our Pharos Palm Springs team and are better for it. Bobby was bodybuilding with the forefathers of muscle in the 70s and 80s, competed in over 30 shows, won multiple awards and went on to be one of the most sought after Personal Trainers in the industry. Bobby was one of the original “Celebrity Trainers” in Hollywood before the term even existed. From supermodels to superheroes, if you’ve heard of them, likely Bobby has trained them. We talk about the old school bodybuilding scene, competing, working in the industry and how to become a Celebrity Trainer (it’s not what you think!). Join us at PHAROS Palm Springs, “The Desert Mecca” where the glory days will meet our brand new state of the art facility. You will have the opportunity to work with Bobby one on one or take classes from him. Nothing beats experience and boy has this guy walked the walk…listen, enjoy and share. #pharosathleticclub #pharos #livelimitless #iconsarebuilt #bobbystrom #bodybuilding #bodybuilder #glorydays #jointhepac #pactalkpodcast #palmsprings #desertmecca #desertoasis #palmspringslifestyle