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This blog offers practical and expert advice drawn from over 25 years of experience personal training actors and everyone else.
How to Choose a Personal Trainer for Film and Television Work in London
A key call a film production makes during pre-production is selecting a trainer to work with their cast. This isn’t just about muscle. It’s about creating an aesthetic that supports the character and meets the [...]
How Do Actors Train for Screen Roles? A Personal Trainer’s Guide to Performance-Ready Fitness
A recent interview for Mens Fitness on the process of personal training for actors How I Train Actors for Screen-Ready Performance When people ask how actors get in shape for film or television, the conversation [...]
Mechanical Tension for Hypertrophy
There’s ongoing discussion in training circles about whether mechanical tension or metabolic damage plays the bigger role in muscle growth. While both factors contribute, my opinion - shaped by experience and supported by the growing [...]
Visible Abs: Not Just About the Kitchen
There’s a popular saying in the fitness world that “abs are made in the kitchen.” And while there’s some truth in that, the full picture is a little more nuanced. Yes — nutrition plays a [...]
Some thoughts on creatine
For years, creatine has been thought of as a supplement only for bodybuilders and high-performance athletes. But that view is quickly changing. In fact, if you're in your 30s or 40s and focused on staying [...]
Peaking for Screen: Timing the Physical Transformation When it Matters Most
Achieving the right physical presence on screen is not accidental — it’s the result of a highly technical and precisely timed process known as peaking. Actor physical transformations demand meticulous planning and precise execution. Peaking [...]
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