Get to Know Lauren Strong, CPT

Certification

  • NSCA-CPT (Nation Strength and Conditioning Association)

Specialties

  • Beginners and novice lifters
  • Squat technique
  • Movement fundamentals
  • Mobility and recovery

Favorite Equipment

  • Olympic barbell
  • Lacrosse ball
  • Anything that makes the hip thrust easier to perform (or more comfortable!)

Most Recently Reviewed Articles

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JRNY App Review (2024): Does This Bowflex Fitness App Stand Up To Competitors?

Can JRNY stand up to competitors like iFIT and Peloton? Find out in our JRNY app review.

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How Is Protein Powder Made? All Your Questions Answered 

Protein powder is not just for athletes and bodybuilders. Regardless of your athletic abilities, consuming protein can help muscle protein synthesis (aka muscle growth). Plus, protein intake is essential for folks of all ages, especially for growing kids and older adults.If you’re not familiar with protein as a dietary supplement, we’ve put together a guide to answer the question: How is protein powder made? While there are different types of protein powder (including plant-based protein powders and animal-based proteins) all of them start with raw materials and ingredients and go through a manufacturing process to get the final protein supplement product in powder form.   » Read more about: How Is Protein Powder Made? All Your Questions Answered   »

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CAP Barbell 150 Pound Dumbbell Set Review (2024): An Affordable Beginner Set

These dumbbells are budget-friendly and come with a rack. Find out what we think in our CAP Barbell 150 pound dumbbell set review.

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REP Arcadia Review (2024): Is This the Best Functional Trainer to Date?

Is this compact functional trainer the new gold standard? Find out in this REP Arcadia review.

All Reviewed Articles

Supplements Trends Study 2024: How Has Our Supplement Use Changed in the Last Decade?

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March 1, 2024

ProForm Carbon TLX Review (2024): A Solid Treadmill for Both Runners and Walkers

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February 29, 2024

Polar Monkeys Cold Plunge Review (2023): We Tested Three Ice Baths From One Brand

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February 26, 2024

Fresh N Lean Meal Delivery Service Review (2023): Healthy, Prepared Meals at Your Door 

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February 26, 2024

PlateJoy Review (2024): Meal Planning Just Got Easier With This App

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February 23, 2024

Sunny Health And Fitness Essential Recumbent Exercise Bike Review (2024): Comfortable and Affordable

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February 19, 2024

Sunny Health And Fitness Walkstation Slim Flat Treadmill Review (2024): Daily Steps That Don’t Cost a Fortune

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February 15, 2024

Does Creatine Help Build Muscle? Yes, But The Answer is Complex

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February 9, 2024

Exerpeutic 400XL Recumbent Bike Review (2024): Cardio Exercise Made Easy

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February 8, 2024

Egofit Walker Review (2024): Under-Desk Treadmill With A Slight Incline

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February 5, 2024

Serene Life Portable Sauna Review (2024): How Good Can a Sauna Tent Be?

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February 9, 2024

Nordic Wave Cold Plunge Review (2024): A Sleek Vertical Plunge Tank

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March 8, 2024

Ritual Protein Powder Review (2024): Vegan, Vanilla Protein Never Tasted So Good

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March 3, 2024

Sun Home Cold Plunge Review (2024): Durable and Inflatable

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January 19, 2024

Living.Fit Resistance Bands Review (2024): Traditional and Latex-Free Options

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January 19, 2024

HigherDOSE Infrared Sauna Blanket Review (2024): Sauna Session Anywhere, Anytime

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January 12, 2024

WalkingPad Review (2024): Foldable Under-Desk Treadmill

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January 11, 2024

8 Best Glute Machines to Get Your Backside in Shape (2024)

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January 19, 2024

Rootine Vitamins Review (2024): Multivitamin Doses Based On Your DNA and Blood Test

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January 3, 2024

Nitraflex Pre-Workout Review (2024): Excellent Pump and Minimal Tingles

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January 3, 2024