Coach Jordan
836 development drive K7M5v7 Kingston, ON, Canada

2020- you’ve been a wild ride! How it started: renting & renovating a very unpolished space in 3 weeks. A Grand Opening! ... then staying open for 6 days... How it went: Lots of ups and downs, lessons learned, and new friends!... How it ends: No regrets whatsoever. Feeling immensely thankful for the opportunities of 2020. Obviously there were some bumps along the way, but I’ve learned so much from my friends both new and old. Some quick shoutouts @elyseowen_usw @john.rebuildstronger @frank_benedetto @jared.unbreakablestrength @neilkitzmiller But obviously above all I’m thankful for my family. The crazy cats pictured here plus Mama Rouse have stuck with me through this insanity and I couldn’t be more thankful. Here’s to new (hopefully COVID-free) adventures coming our way in 2020!

Going to be using this account for my posts moving forward! Wanted to repost this from United for anyone that wants to understand why I do what I do I’m not a parent. I’m a son that lost one too early. I’m here to help other sons & daughters avoid the same fate.... How? By showing parents that they are the quarterback for their family. That their team follows their lead, and they can lead them to a strong and healthy future. I don’t fully understand all of the challenges that parents face. But I’m here to learn, grow, and help however I can. #getstrong #dad #strongdad #parenting #ygk #ygkkingston #healthy #health #liftingheavy #family #familyhealth #familygoals #fitnesssupport #gymhelp #lifestyle #parents See more

Corona Update My friends, we are seriously committed to keeping our community healthy and strong. Today, that comes in the form of closing our doors for a while to hinder the spread of COVID-19. To keep you all strong during this period, we will be offering a few different options for existing clients and anyone looking to train at home. Keep an eye out for more details here!... This does not need to be a time to lose all of your progress or feel defeated. Think of it as a time to experiment with some new techniques and exercises, grow as a family, and appreciate the outdoors. Raising the Bar doesn’t just happen in the gym. Keep safe, everyone.

We came, we Raised the Bar. After a wild ride it is time to say goodbye to Bayridge Barbell and move on to our new adventure. The last squat has been squatted, thanks to Bob. I am so incredibly thankful to all of you that made this endeavour such a success. Your kindness and commitment has been truly inspiring.... We hope to see you all this Saturday at @united_sw where we can celebrate the next chapter together! Again, thank you all for showing me how to Raise the Bar

Hard to believe that we are moving on to bigger and better things in less than a month! Follow along on this journey with us through United Strength & Wellness

TLDR: I’m tracking my food to get myself back on track. Keep an eye out for useful tips! Following a hectic and sugar-filled holiday season, it’s now time for this coach to rebuild his healthy eating habits. The approach: 1. Track everything that I eat and drink for 7 days... 2. Set the calories 2800-3000 per day 3. Protein 190 g per day total 4. Vegetables at least twice per day 5. Bodyweight tracking every morning Why these variables? Tracking your food isn’t for everyone. But like many people, I’m not good at guessing my food intake. Was that 1 scoop of peanut butter 1 tablespoon or 3? For me the food scale is very useful: I know exactly how much I’m eating and teach myself portion sizes so I don’t need the scale forever. Calories are the foundation for weight loss or gain. I am going for recomposition, so I’ll find my maintenance calories. I’m going with an educated guess and check approach, meaning I’ll set my calories, see how my numbers over time, and adjust accordingly. Protein helps build and retain muscle mass, keeping me healthy and capable. The suggested protein intake is 1.6-3.1 g/kg per day based on your age, weight, goals, and other factors. I am going with 2.2 g/kg because I am looking to lose a bit of fat and like to be on the higher side in general. Fruits and vegetables are high in fibre, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemcials. These are all good things for long-term health and vegetables are quite filling. Eat your veggies, people. Like I said, I am using bodyweight tracking so I can match my calories to my goal. Keeping things simple here: get up in the morning, go to the bathroom, measure, record, done. Again, the scale is not for everyone, but it can be a great tool to measure progress. Just remember that it is only a number, not a reflection of your self worth. Keep an eye out for updates, as I’ll be posting tips and tricks on all of this stuff. And as always, keep Raising the Bar. @ Bayridge Barbell

Back pain is a common experience that effects millions of people at any given time. You are not alone in this struggle. Pain is a complex and individual experience that is influenced by biological, social, and psychological factors. Sadly, myths regarding back pain are prevalent, many of which actively harm people by discouraging physical activity in the short or long term. Being coaches and not physicians, we rely on evidence-based practitioners to guide us through these pro...blems. Luckily, the @bjsm_bmj has a summary article that outlines many common myths regarding back pain entitled Back to basics: 10 facts every person should know about back pain. These slides summarize the main points and are meant to make people challenge their beliefs. I would encourage everyone to read the full article for full explanations and references. Thanks to @michael_barbellmedicine and @austin_barbellmedicine for sharing this material. To be clear, this is just information, not medical advice. If you are experiencing prolonged symptoms, you should talk to your healthcare provider about your specific case. @ Bayridge Barbell