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Grip Strength: The Hidden Indicator of Your True Fitness Level
If you've ever tried to finish a set of weighted pull-ups and felt your hands give out before your back did, you are already familiar with the importance of grip strength, even if you didn't realize it at the time. Grip strength isn't just about a firm handshake or showing off forearm veins. It's one of the most accurate measurements of overall fitness and health. In fact, it may tell you more about your physical condition - and even your longevity - than the number on your s
Ryan Fritz
Dec 73 min read


Omni Training: A Smarter Way to Build Muscle and Endurance
Training is constantly evolving. Repeating the same sets, reps, and exercises day in and day out might feel productive, but it often...
Ryan Fritz
Jul 194 min read


Science-Based Fitness: Training, Nutrition, and Recovery Explained
In an industry filled with conflicting advice, trending workout programs, and endless gimmicks, it's become harder than ever to separate...
Ryan Fritz
May 94 min read


Strength & Bone Density Training: Build Stronger Bones Through Exercise
When most people think of improving their bone health, they often consider things like diet and supplements first. While calcium and...
Ryan Fritz
Mar 234 min read


Grease the Groove (GTG) Technique: Unlock Your Real Strength Potential
When we talk about building strength, most people are familiar with traditional approaches such as lifting heavy weights, following set...
Ryan Fritz
Mar 95 min read


Neck Training 101: The Overlooked Key to a Complete Physique
In the fitness realm, neck training often takes a backseat to more popular muscle groups like arms, legs, and abs. Many gym-goers focus...
Ryan Fritz
Oct 1, 20245 min read


Maximize Your Potential: Benefits of Working Out with a Personal Trainer
Starting a fitness journey alone can be challenging. The struggle to maintain motivation and consistency often leaves many discouraged....
Ryan Fritz
Jun 30, 20243 min read


Functional Fitness: Why It Matters and How to Get Started
In today’s modern world, staying fit and healthy is more challenging than ever. With so many different workout options available, it can...
Ryan Fritz
Jun 1, 20245 min read


Flatland to Altitude: Training for Elk Bowhunting
1. Planning and Goals When programming a training routine for elk hunting I recommend utilizing reverse engineering. The three most...
Ryan Fritz
Mar 16, 20244 min read


How Many Grams of Protein Do Your Really Need? New Findings 2024
Protein, the most popular macronutrient of them all. Just typing the word makes me think of muscle. Not only is protein essential for us,...
Ryan Fritz
Feb 1, 20245 min read


Why Do I Feel Pain During Squats? (+ Easy FIX)
Squats, often praised as the king of all exercises, are a fantastic way to build strength, endurance, and better overall fitness. They’re...
Ryan Fritz
Nov 10, 20235 min read


Training to Failure: Should You Do It? UPDATE
If you’re an average gym goer, you are probably taking every set to failure. I was the same, I simply didn’t know any better. We all know...
Ryan Fritz
Oct 1, 20235 min read


The Real Way to Fix Muscle Imbalances 2023
Muscle imbalances are a common problem that can affect anyone, from athletes to regular gym-goers. These imbalances happen when certain...
Ryan Fritz
Aug 28, 20233 min read


Exercise vs Training – DEBUNKED 2023
You like to work out, but you don’t really have a set routine in place? You’ve been training hard for months if not years, but the...
Ryan Fritz
Apr 15, 20234 min read


The Best Post-Workout Supplements According to New Studies 2023
If you heard the known saying, “You are only as good as the effort you put into your workouts,” and follow it – you’re on the right path...
Ryan Fritz
Mar 1, 20235 min read


Shoulder Health and Injury Prevention for Bow Hunters (C.A.D. Isometrics)
As a bow hunter I often deal with pesky shoulder aches and pains. For me, sometimes the next day or two after the range, I have an angry...
Ryan Fritz
Sep 15, 202210 min read


Bowhunting Fitness
As the CEO of Science of Cardio, I have been personal training clients for over 15 years. Working with many talents and abilities, my...
Ryan Fritz
Jul 14, 20225 min read


TIPS for Progression – The Deload Week
A highly controversial topic which is shared by everyone that cares about strength and progress is certainly the deload. Effective...
Ryan Fritz
Apr 1, 20224 min read


10 Ways to Increase your Bench Press
People often like to brag about their strength by how much they can bench. Although, you could easily argue that the squat, deadlift, or...
Ryan Fritz
Feb 1, 20224 min read


Sleeping is the BEST Free Recovery Tool
Sleep is essential. We all know it, and most of us would like to get more. But why is this so, and how do we accomplish it? Why is Sleep...
Ryan Fritz
Nov 1, 20214 min read
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