The Defy Functional Fitness blog

The Work is Never Done!

Getting stuck in the trap of trying to get something finished is often the times where I’m the least productive. Let me explain: In life…

Get Addicted to the Right Things!

If I introduced myself to you as an addict, there would be a negative connotation attached to that. That introduction would have you assume that…

You Need to Know Your VO2 MAX

I’ve always thought that testing your VO2 Max was only for high level athletes who need lots of different data points to direct their training…

What can it do, not what it looks like!

I’m talking about your body and I want you to think about what it can do and not just what it looks like. It might…

There’s no Substitute for Strength Training

I saw an interesting New York Times article in early January: “8 Fitness Myths That Drive Experts Crazy.” You can read the article here—you might need…

What do People Get Out of Fitness Racing?

Watching people run past as I waited for my start time, I couldn’t help notice all the different types of people that were at this…

Why Fitness Testing Matters for Everyone

Most group fitness programs do not test fitness. I’m talking about your large franchise style gyms. These places usually consist of random workouts each day,…

What Goes On Your Body, Goes In Your Body!

Darren recently sent me a link for men’s skin care and asked “is this good?” And while it was marketed as “natural”, on close look…

Defiant Youth Program 2024

My name is Sean Squires and I’m the new coach on the block here at Defy Functional Fitness. I’m grateful to be part of such…

Streaks for the Holidays

We are at that time of year again, parties, gatherings, more food, more drink and generally and expectation that health and fitness will be put…

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