Shoutout to Persist member Alison for completing the @spartan in Killington, VT this past weekend! Alison has been training with Pump Condition to get ready for the race. We couldn't be more proud. "Feeling satiated and excited about fitness can be tricky for me because I’ve done a lot of things: competitive horseback riding and training, competitive bodybuilding, CrossFit, competitive OCR, running. Combine that with a past of disordered exercise and eating, and it can be hard for me to trust my fitness. Enter FBB and Marcus’ intentional, thoughtful, creative and AMAZING Pump programming. For over 2 years I’ve never even considered training another way. I am the strongest, fittest, most functional I have ever been and at 38, I can literally do anything I want. I'm a part of a family now and feel so good! Every day!" - @alisoneandersen #functionalbodybuilding #lookgoodmovewell #fbbcommunity

✌️ 2 simple tips if you struggle with sugar cravings: Eat protein Drink water 💪 That’s right, #simpleisstrong and you don’t need an overcomplicated plan to start getting QUICK wins. Want to learn how? Download your bonus Practical Protein Guide with any Persist subscription - link in bio for free trial! #functionalbodybuilding #lookgoodmovewell #fbbpersist #nutrition

💪 A common question I get about body composition goes something like this: How can I preserve muscle mass on a cut while still incorporating cardio? Pay Attention. This applies to anyone trying to lose body fat. The following rules apply: 1️⃣ Establish a moderate calorie deficit. Nothing crazy. Too big a deficit and muscle mass has a greater likelihood of wasting away. 2️⃣ Keep protein to .8-1gram per pound of Bodyweight. Too low on protein and muscle mass can waste away. Overeating protein beyond 1 gram per pound will mean less carbs or fats, which isn't ideal either. 3️⃣ Train hard 3-5x per week. Lift weights with the goal of getting stronger or lifting more reps each time. Muscle needs a stimulus to grow or maintain. As you diet, it is easy to get complacent with training since you are likely feeling lower energy. 4️⃣ Keep all of your other movements outside of the gym low to moderate intensity. This includes cardio. Don't complicate things with super high-intensity cardio that might just mess up your appetite and training. 🔥 Stick to these 4 rules to build a lean, mean physique. #functionalbodybuilding #leanmusclemass #buildmuscle #cardio #resistancetraining #functionalmovement

🤩🎉 A huge congrats to @_megankilbride for hitting a big 185 power clean this week! Your consistency is paying off. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🔔 We love seeing Persist members smash new PR’s! Tag us in your most recent PR and use #fbbpersist for a chance to be featured. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #functionalbodybuilding #lookgoodmovewell #fbbcommunity #personalrecord

🪑 Seated Cable Face Pull 🙌 Target those shoulders with this rear deltoid focused exercise. If you want to achieve a nice, well-rounded shoulder, make sure you prioritize rear delt exercises as much as you do shoulder presses and lateral raises. Add these into your next shoulder day. 💪 #functionalbodybuilding #shoulderday #shoulderworkout #reardelts

20 Years, 12 Diets - 5 Takeaways for Ultimate Food Freedom 🍽 I hope these 5 tips help take away the mystery of why one diet works and another doesn’t. Or why it works for awhile, then stops. Understanding these will give you more freedom to eat in a way that feels good for you - and know what to do if and when it no longer serves your needs. 💻 Read more on our most recent blog - link in bio! #functionalbodybuilding #nutritiontips #foodfreedom #fitnessblog #fitnessblogpost #dietadvice

Struggling with weight loss? We all know the challenge of trying to stay in a calorie deficit and still keeping our motivation up - it can be tough! Here are some tips to help you stay motivated and reach your fitness goals. #functionalbodybuilding #qanda #fitnesstips #weightloss #fatloss #caloriedeficit #workoutmotivation

🔥 This type of movement isn’t one you see often in most programs. You can’t load it super heavy or do it super fast. But adding variety to your movement vocabulary will help with: - Strength imbalances from side to side - Stabilizing in a variety new ways that translate to life and other sports, as well as your training - Mobility restrictions - Overlooked movement patterns, like rotation Not sure where to place this in training? Try Persist for movement variety with purpose! #functionalbodybuilding #fitnessworldwide #muscleandfitness #leanbodies #fitnessislife #gymbod #fitnessprogress

🙅🏽 Do you exclude entire food groups from your diet, such as meat, grains, fruit, dairy, sweets, etc.? Many people I meet do this for various reasons, including ethics, religion, morals, health concerns, or due to societal pressure from diet culture. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 😢 These choices are often driven by fear of weight gain or not achieving desired body or health outcomes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍫 Avoiding entire food groups for life based on these beliefs can be problematic. Moderation is key, and it's possible to maintain balance while enjoying a variety of foods. Restricting yourself too much can lead to cravings, occasional indulgence, feelings of shame, or overconsumption of restricted foods or alternatives. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍿 Incorporating such foods periodically within a balanced diet can promote long-term sustainability and a healthier approach to eating. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💬 Do you eliminate categories entirely or practice moderation in your diet? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #functionalbodybuilding #dietthoughts #eliminationdiet #flexibledieting #countingmacros #myfitnesspal #wholefoods

🌍🤗 FBB Community Spotlight! We see you working hard, day in and day out. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👊 What’s been your favorite Persist workout so far in this cycle? Keep tagging us in your training and use #fbbpersist for a chance to be featured! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #functionalbodybuilding #lookgoodmovewell #fbbcommunity

🍳 The Filly Fritatta returns! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🔥 Filly Frittata - Preheat oven to 400F - Heat a cast iron pan - Add 1lb ground meat of choice - Cook meat in skillet and remove/set aside when done - Saute choice of veggies in fat from meat (jalepeno and bell peppers used here), season accordingly - Empty meat back into hot pan with cooked veggies - Add 12 fresh eggs - Top with cheese (optional) - Place cast iron pan with uncooked frittata into oven - Bake for 15-20 minutes - Remove and let cool ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍴 Dig in! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #functionalbodybuilding #mealprep #proteinmeals #highproteindiet #frittata #healthymeals #healthyeating

Stability, mobility & strength all in one exercise: The Overhead Walking Lunge 👇 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🙋‍♂️ Loading overhead challenges multiple aspects of your training which makes it a great exercise to program into your daily fitness routine. Follow the breakdown to understand regressions and progressions for this exercise, including tips on stretches to help prime your body for this exercise. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🎥 For more exercise breakdowns, head over to our YouTube. Link in bio! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #functionalbodybuilding #overheadwalkinglunge #exercisebreakdown #lunges #legworkout #exercisedemo