
TJ Mentus, CPT
Certified personal trainerTJ has spent over 7 years as a personal trainer working with people of all different populations to help improve their health and quality of life. He first became certified through ACE and has since also received his USAW Level 1, FRC Mobility Specialist, and Paul Chek HLC 1 certifications. Outside of training others he competes in local CrossFit competitions and weightlifting meets for fun and as a way to keep motivated in his own training routine.
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6 of The Best 30-Minute Workouts from a Certified Personal Trainer
As great as exercise is for the body, not everyone can spend hours in the gym everyday. On top of that, without a personal trainer, it may be challenging to know what to do or where to start creating your own workout routine. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend many hours in the gym to get a good workout in. The CDC recommends that adults get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise weekly, » Read more about: 6 of The Best 30-Minute Workouts from a Certified Personal Trainer »

Is Running On a Treadmill Bad for You? Our Experts Weigh In
If you’re wondering, “Is running on a treadmill bad for you?” we have your answer.

Dumbbell Leg Workout: Try These Moves for Strong Legs
Every workout program should include leg exercises and workouts. The legs are the foundation of the body and training them will improve your ability to get around, increase your overall athleticism, and help make you a fitter version of yourself. If you are looking for a way to train the lower body, a dumbbell-only leg workout may be just what you need. A dumbbell leg workout allows for lots of variety in exercises and movements so you can hit every muscle group in the lower body. » Read more about: Dumbbell Leg Workout: Try These Moves for Strong Legs »

3 Full-Body Kettlebell Workouts for Any Goal, Written by a Personal Trainer
Three ideas for a full-body kettlebell workout straight from a certified personal trainer.