Mat Gover BS, CSCS

Lifting and Your Brain: What the Dementia-Risk Research Says

Mat Gover BS, CSCS

Published on: 02/11/2026

An older client is doing a goblet squat at EXL Fitness, with her coach beside her and other clients training in the background, as part of her strength training for brain health.

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Ski-Ready at 55: What to Train Before the Lifts Start Spinning

Mat Gover BS, CSCS

Published on: 26/10/2026

I looked for proof that preseason training prevents ski injuries, but I couldn't find it. Here's what I did find, plus a four-week plan.

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What Actually Happens to Your Strength When You Take Time Off

Mat Gover BS, CSCS

Published on: 05/10/2026

A week off won't cost you your strength. Here's what the research says about time off, where the line is, and why you can still feel out of shape.

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Why Getting Outside Is Part of the Program, Not a Break From It

Mat Gover BS, CSCS

Published on: 28/09/2026

Research suggests that about 120 minutes outdoors per week is the threshold for better health. Here's why time in nature is part of your training plan.

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