Ryan Colquhoun

Ryan Colquhoun is an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer and USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach. He has worked with athletes from age 6 to professional, of all backgrounds and skill levels. Currently pursuing his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion at Florida Atlantic University, Colquhoun is located in Weston, Fla. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact him at rcolquho@gmail.com.

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Breaking Down The Bench Press

September 19, 2012 | Ryan Colquhoun

Let's face it every guy in the gym wants a bigger bench. When it comes to upper body exercises, the Bench Press reigns supreme. (Check out how to Build a Big-Time Bench With Ndamukong Suh.) Body Positioning The setup of the bench...

Top Workout Supplements

September 19, 2012 | Ryan Colquhoun

Supplements are a huge topic of debate in the fitness industry, and rightfully so—they have become a billion dollar industry. As the name implies, supplements are meant to "supplement" your diet, not replace nutrients from food. No workout supplement is...

Improve Arm Strength and Prevent Injury With These Pitching Workouts

August 25, 2012 | Ryan Colquhoun

For many years, pitching workouts have widely consisted of long runs and limited weightlifting for shoulder protection. Although conditioning is important, it shouldn't be the basis of a pitching workout. Most pitching workouts lack training for improving overall arm strength...

What Is the ACL?

August 23, 2012 | Ryan Colquhoun

The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is the most often injured part of the knee. The ACL supports many actions commonly performed in sports, like stopping suddenly and changing direction quickly. The transition from sprinting at high speed to making...

Guidelines for Effective Pre-Workout Nutrition

August 21, 2012 | Ryan Colquhoun

For competitive athletes, what to eat or what supplement to take before a workout has become an increasingly popular topic. Pre-workout nutrition is important. You need to fuel your body with energy to power through intense training sessions. Honestly, any food...