Practical, research-backed articles from Chris Keith, who has over 30 years of personal training in San Diego. Chris writes about strength training, weight loss, mobility, nutrition, injury recovery and training at every age, from teenagers to adults 70+. Each article answers a question clients ask in the studio and ends with simple steps you can use right away.
Start here: Strength Training for Beginners · Gradual Progressive Overload · 5 Laws of Strength Training · How much a personal trainer costs in San Diego · Is a personal trainer worth it?
Want 1-on-1 help? See training for weight loss, adults 40+, 50+, 60+ and 70+, teenagers, beginners and strength training after physical therapy, or text Chris at (619) 840-9099 for a free consultation.
How Much Exercise Do Teenagers Need? The Surprising Answer
How much exercise do teenagers need? See the CDC guideline, how few San Diego-area teens meet it, and how to fit strength work into a busy school week.
What to Expect at Your First Personal Training Consultation in San Diego
Learn what happens during a free consultation at Chris Keith Personal Training in Bay Park. Get answers to common questions about getting started.
Upper Back Pain From Sitting: The Best Exercises to Try
Upper back pain from sitting? San Diego trainer Chris Keith shares 6 desk-friendly exercises, setup tips, and when to see a doctor or physical therapist.
California POST Physical Ability Test: How to Pass It
Pass the California POST physical ability test: the 5 events, how scoring works and how to train for each. San Diego trainer tips to get you test-ready.
Physical Therapy Exercises: The Best Next Steps After PT
Physical therapy exercises like bird dogs and Bosu squats stop working once they get easy. A San Diego trainer shows 5 simple upgrades that build strength.
Physical Therapy Mistakes: 5 Big Ones You Should Avoid
Physical therapy mistakes like trusting every MRI, fearing pain or chasing quick fixes can slow recovery. What to do instead, from a San Diego trainer.
