What to do when an exercise doesn’t feel right

What to do when an exercise doesn’t feel right

  June 25, 2025    Pratik Bandagale

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You’re mid-workout, feeling good… and then something tweaks. A shoulder twinge. A weird pinch in your hip. A move that suddenly feels off. Now you’re stuck in the moment we all dread: “Should I push through this… or stop?” As a coach (and someone who used to ignore those...

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Are you working out hard enough?

Are you working out hard enough?

  June 12, 2025    Pratik Bandagale

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A reader recently sent me a great question: “I’m always wondering if I’m pushing hard enough during strength training. My goals are to build strength and muscle—and not be a fragile old lady.” This kind of question is more common than you might think! It’s something almost...

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The beginner-friendly guide we wish we had

The beginner-friendly guide we wish we had

  June 04, 2025    Pratik Bandagale

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Have you downloaded your free Nerd Fitness Starter Guide yet? I put it together a few months ago, and it’s one of my favorite things we’ve created. ​ I wrote this guide to answer one question I hear all the time: “There’s so much conflicting information out there. Can...

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