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Author: Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

Garett is a certified strength and performance coach, lecturer, and fitness consultant with 10+ years of experience in the US and across Asia. He holds an MSc in Exercise Science and certifications from the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the International Society of Sports Nutrition.

BodBot Workout App: AI Review & Alternative for Smart Lifters in 2022
Poor understanding of lifting principles and safety issues

Updated April 8, 2022 by Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

You want to get bigger and stronger. You found the BodBot workout app. You wonder if it’s as good as its marketing says. I’ll tell you in this independent review. BodBot says you can get a personalized workout plan using AI based on your: Experience level Equipment available History of injuries While this seems awesome,…

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JEFIT Workout App Critical Review & Alternative for Smart Lifters in 2022
JEFIT has 2,000+ programs—is this better or confusing?

Updated February 28, 2022April 8, 2022 by Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

So you want to get in top shape. You found a workout app called JEFIT and you wonder if it is right for you. To make up your mind, you could read about JEFIT on their website, the app store, or Google. I read all that, and I can tell you about a key flaw…

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StrongLifts 5×5 Program & Workout App Review [13-Point Critique]
Is StrongLifts 5x5 really the perfect plan for beginners?

Updated October 8, 2021November 1, 2021 by Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

So you want to get bigger and stronger, and you wonder if StrongLifts 5×5 is right for you. You type “StrongLifts 5×5 review” into Google and you get 93 million results in 0.52 seconds. Ugh. How do you choose? Why this review of StrongLifts 5×5 is different In the reviews at the top of Google,…

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Freelectics App Review & Critique: 5 Issues & Alternative for Lifters in 2021
Freelectics looks great, but do its HIIT workouts deliver?

Updated October 5, 2021April 8, 2022 by Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

If you’re looking for an independent and critical review of the Freeletics workout app, you’ve come to the right place. My name is Garett Reid and I have been in the fitness, strength, and conditioning industry for well over 10 years. Over that time, I have gained my Masters in Exercise Science and earned my…

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Strong Workout App: Brief Review & Alternative for Weight Lifters in 2021

Strong Workout App: Brief Review & Alternative for Smart Lifters in 2021

Updated July 23, 2021October 5, 2021 by Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

Have you tried the workout app Strong but found it fell short of your expectations? Are you looking for an alternative weight lifting app? If so, you’ve come to the right place. My name is Garett Reid and I have been in the fitness, strength, and conditioning industry for well over 10 years. Over that…

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2 Progressive Overload Training Programs for Muscle & Strength (Gym & Home—Step-by-Step, With Videos & Tips)

Updated February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 by Garett Reid, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

Training programs don’t build muscle more than a few weeks without progressive overload. As a certified strength and conditioning coach with an MSc in exercise physiology, I can confirm that. Without progressive overload, your program lacks the oomph to get you in top shape. It’s like flooring the gas pedal in a car stuck in…

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