3. Greg Nuckols, Champion Powerlifter and Exercise Science Writer

01/17/21 • 49 min

Greg Nuckols is a powerlifter, strength coach and writer based in Raleigh North, NC. Greg publishes the MASS research review, where he and some of his colleagues sift through all of the new exercise and sports science publications every month and synthesizes the best content for coaches and athletes. He has held three all-time world records in powerlifting in 2 different weight classes. He has trained hundreds of athletes and regular folks both online and in-person.

He has partnered with us to create a beginner gym strength program, where he integrates all of his scientific knowledge and on the ground experience to help people build muscle effectively and safely over the long-term. You can find Greg’s program for free on the Boostcamp app on iOS and Android.

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2. Morit Summers, Plus Size Athlete and Coach

Morit Summers is a plus size athlete and trainer that has defied fitness industry expectations and demonstrated excellence in her own training and coaching.

She began her career as a trainer at Equinox and became the #1 trainer at her Equinox location in Brooklyn. She has since founded Form Fitness, her own personal training studio located in Brooklyn and has trained several celebrities including Ashley Graham and Danielle Brooks. Morit is a big believer in body positivity and helping people of all shapes and sizes improve their health, strength and confidence.

We have partnered with Morit to create the “Fit at Every Size” home workout program, which you can find for free, exclusively on the Boostcamp app.

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4. Workout Programs 101 with Eric Helms

Today we interview Dr. Eric Helms about the what, why, how of workout programs, particularly from a beginner's perspective.

On Boostcamp App, you can find Eric's free novice and intermediate bodybuilding program templates from the Muscle and Strength Pyramid books.
Timestamps
1:10 – Who is Eric Helms?
8:23 – What is a workout program?
14:55 – How to find the best program for you?
28:05 – What is progressive overload?
34:45 – Beginner vs advanced programs
39:05 – How should beginners measure progress?
46:07 – Are you a beginner or intermediate lifter?
52:38 – Does strength matter for muscle gain?
58:10 – Program hopping...When and how?
1:05:22 – How to deload?
1:09:20 – How to modify a workout program?
1:16:00 – How to find Eric Helms?

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Coaching: https://www.3dmusclejourney.com
Books: https://muscleandstrengthpyramids.com

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