Quick update for those asking: Yes, I’m still in the game, and training people daily. 1. Client Success Stories! 2. Exciting News: Online Course in Progress! 3. Shows Coming Up! My band Mr. Doubtfire is still rocking and keeping the momentum going with Halloween shows coming up soon. P.S. My girlfriend just passed the CDR exam and is now officially a Registered Dietitian! Thanks for all the support. #Training #Nutrition #SuccessStories Read More »
Author Archives: Justin Rivelli
Some Of My In-Person Clients Training
August 13, 2022
For over 15 years I’ve worked closely with clients both in-person and online, who have little to no gym experience, but want to start working out. Having said that, I understand how intimidating, confusing, and daunting of a task it can be. If this sounds like you, and you’re looking to improve your body composition, strength, or performance through resistance training, I’m here to help. ***You can apply for online or in-person coaching by sending ... Read More »
The Road To My First Ironman
August 13, 2022
Hey everyone, I figured I would post this to social media in case you wanted to follow along. 1. I’m going to be documenting the road to my first Ironman in extreme detail on this page here. A full Ironman consists of a 2.4 mile open water swim, followed by a 112 mile bike ride, and ending with a 26.2 mile marathon run. All of which must be completed in 17 hours. 2. I’m only ... Read More »
Evidence & Experience Based Fitness Workshop | April 27, 2022 | Berkshire County, MA
April 1, 2022
Summary: Most people overlook the critical aspects of an effective exercise routine. In this workshop you’ll learn how to perform the basic exercises that are often undervalued yet required for fitness success. You’ll also receive individualized coaching and direction from one of us at all times. Who is this for: Adults who want to bring out the best in their body and performance, with an emphasis on cautious and calculated coaching. Those who want to ... Read More »
My Fitness Story
October 2, 2020
I was super shy growing up…until I saw the light. I never thought I’d be confident enough to tell anyone this, but now’s the time… I’m also going to preface this by saying I had an amazing childhood, and came from a family that would do anything for anyone. Here it goes… Growing up I witnessed my mom (who is the most loving person I know) suffer from anorexia and bulimia. At 5’2″ she weighed ... Read More »
A Simple Way To Workout At Home Without Equipment
April 7, 2020
Here’s a simple way you can workout at home without any equipment. Each video below emphasizes 1 body part. There are 3 exercises in each video. Level 1 is the easiest, and level 3 is the most challenging. Here’s a link to the videos if they don’t play: https://www.instagram.com/p/CY2A06qOG6e/?utm_medium=copy_link How to apply this: Pick 1 exercise from each video that allows you to complete 10 reps. Do 2-3 sets of 10 reps with each exercise, ... Read More »
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Quarantine Body Transformation Program (FREE)
March 24, 2020
It seems like now more than ever, we need to support one another using our gifts. Therefore, I feel like it’s my obligation to be here for you in one of the ways I best know how. Since just about everyone is facing uncertainty about when fitness facilities will be reopened, I decided to make a completely free training program dedicated to solving the following problem. The issue: You’re not able to workout at a ... Read More »
Slow Overloaded Eccentric Training
May 30, 2019
By having people perform the eccentric slowly (lowering phase of a movement where muscles contract while lengthening), you can discover a lot of things about them you might have not been aware of. – – For example, with just about any style of a single leg squat, people often “bounce” or “rock with momentum” out of the bottom position to stand back up. – – This usually makes them appear to be stronger than they ... Read More »
Using The Scale During Unilateral Movements
May 4, 2019
⚖ I find that when you’re performing unilateral exercises that require support from other limbs, using the scale is a great tool to see how much work the non-targeted side is actually doing. ⚡Don’t limit yourself to the ideas or movements shown in this video or post. You can also do things like… ⚡Move the position of the scale (higher or lower, more left or right etc.) ⚡Alter the base of support you use (toe ... Read More »
Lifting In Silence: In Depth Discoveries
April 29, 2019
Have you ever… Lowered or shut off the volume in your car while driving or parking so you can focus? Told someone to quiet down so you can concentrate? Noticed the lack of sound in high level golf, pool, or olympic weightlifting, etc.? Maybe it’s tradition. Maybe it’s that these activities are generally performed in a quiet setting (so a sudden noise can be extremely distracting). Or maybe these circumstances will change in the future ... Read More »