I am a College Strength and Conditioning Coach and a Ph.D. student hoping to provide some value to your fitness and health journey!
I'm Back to Writing Newsletters!
Hello There!
It's been a while since I've sent an email to you. I'd say if I had ever actually sent one, it was back in 2020.
Anyway, you're receiving this because you added your name to an email list of mine. Knowing me, I probably offered you something and hopefully I gave it to you!
I'm trying to provide more free information to people who are looking for health and fitness advice, and that's where this newsletter comes in to play.
I haven't decided how often I want to send updates, but right now I'm thinking twice a month? Let me know what you think by responding to this. You can also ask me any questions related to health, nutrition, and fitness and I'd be happy to answer them!
In the meantime, I wrote this article about staying athletic as you get older. It's the same advice I'm following since I turn 29 this year and training like an athlete has been making my body feel better.
I'm starting to do more content on social media so give me a follow on Instagram @nickbenhoff.
Me and my buddy Justin also have a podcast that you can listen to every week. We currently have 10 episodes with plenty more to come. It's called Barbell Talk and you can listen to it here.
Also here's a quick lower body workout you can do:
1A. Body weight bridge ISO hold 3x20 seconds
1B. Leg Lifts 3x12
2. Dumbbell or body weight Split Squat 3x6/leg (Hold 2 dbs on the side or 1 like a goblet squat)
3. Barbell hip thrust 3x8
4A. DB Goblet Squat 3x12
4B. Hamstring Curls 3x12
Any questions on these are a quick youtube or google search away!
I hope I can bring you value in the future and please let me know if you need anything!
Nick
Hi! I'm Nick!
I am a College Strength and Conditioning Coach and a Ph.D. student hoping to provide some value to your fitness and health journey!
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