COWBELL BLOG

One of the biggest fears for gym-goers is this: If I start doing more cardio, I’ll lose my strength. It’s not just gym lore, there’s truth behind it. Endurance a...

For decades, lifters bragged about their bench press and runners bragged about their mile times. But now, the conversation in top fitness circles is shifting to ...

August hits different. The summer energy starts to fade. Kids are going back to school. Work ramps up again. The days are still hot, but the vibe shifts. For g...

In your 20s, strength is a flex. After 40, it’s a strategy. We tend to think of strength training as something for young athletes or people chasing big persona...

In the gym world, we like to say that community won't get you members, but it will help them stay. What we actually mean by the term "community" is gym culture.....

I wrote a blog post about Zone 2 cardio a few years ago. It was one of my most popular and requested blog posts. People still PM me looking for a link to it. I r...

Building real, lasting strength takes more than barbells and brute force. It’s about working with your body, not against it, and using smart tools and habits tha...

The real motivator behind momentum, confidence, and growth I just finished a local Tough Mudder this past weekend. Great event: fitness, teamwork, and a whole ...

Summer’s here, and while sunshine lifts the mood, it also cranks up the heat on your workouts. Whether you're training for a race, hiking with friends, or just t...

Ever notice how summer sneaks up on your motivation? One day, you’re meal prepping and hitting workouts like clockwork. Next is sunscreen, road trips, and rand...

Whether you're a gym member or a gym owner, one truth holds: consistency is the key to results. And yet, we’ve all seen it: someone shows up strong for a few wee...

Everyone is searching for the fastest way to get fit in today's busy world. Open Instagram or TikTok, and you’ll see endless videos promising you can torch calor...