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A little over a year ago, Jimmy Hebert was tipping the scales at almost 300 lbs. Years of overeating and lack of exercise had taken its toll on his body. His weight was skyrocketing and he was battling a series of leg infections…

The Arnold EXPO is the largest health and fitness expo in the country. The Expo attracts over 150,000 fitness enthusiasts and is being held March 6-8, 2009 in Columbus, Ohio at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Rate of force development (ROFD) is probably the most important and under-recognized area of applied science pertaining to strength training and athletics. ROFD essentially refers to the speed at which force can be produced.

Congratulations to Julie Kenney of North Providence who recently competed in the 2008 Nike Women’s Marathon in California on October 19th. Julie completed the 26-mile course in 4 hours/8 seconds and averaged a 9-minute mile pace as she conquered the grueling hills of San Francisco. This was Julie’s first marathon and is considered one of the most difficult in the country.

A few weeks ago, I received a call from Cam Mandeville, or “Coach Cam” as he likes to be called. He had heard about my website from a friend and invited me to meet Tom Hicks, a 39 year old Special Olympian whom he has trained for many years.

THE BEAST CALLS… It was Friday, September 19, 2008 @ 7:45 pm and I had just started my powerwalk up and down the hills of Providence’s East Side when I noticed a voicemail message on my cell phone. (I don’t usually take my cell with me when I’m working-out but it was getting dark...

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