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Ultimate Fit Dad: Expert Insights for Busy Fathers (1 week of workouts)
There is a time to plan but at some point, we have to quit talking and just go for it. I tweeted this morning about imagining that it was...

benbarkerfitness
Feb 275 min read


7 Top Life Lessons I’m Teaching My Sons Through Fitness (That Every Dad Should Too)
Are you ever struck by the profound impact your actions might have on your children's future selves? It's a question that's been on my...

benbarkerfitness
Feb 203 min read


How a Father of 4 Leveled Up His Fitness
On an early episode of my podcast ( link here ), I spoke with a father of four about his fitness journey. It was eye-opening to hear from...

benbarkerfitness
Feb 132 min read


10 Strength Feats for Fit Dads to Try
Alpha Dads and Future Alpha Dads, in a world that often settles for mediocrity, I urge you to rise above the ordinary and pursue...

benbarkerfitness
Feb 64 min read


7 Top Mobility Exercises for Fit Dads
Dads, if you want to stay strong, pain-free(ish), and ready to dominate life—whether that’s crushing your workouts, playing with your...

benbarkerfitness
Jan 302 min read


Abs are NOT Made in the Kitchen
Alright, I know that title might sound a little bold, but hear me out. You’ve probably heard the phrase a million times: “Abs are made in...

benbarkerfitness
Jan 232 min read


Get Results in the Gym: Performance Goals Over the Scale
Weigh ins and scales are all fine and dandy. They are both useful tools at times! However, we have given the scale far too much power....

benbarkerfitness
Jan 163 min read


My Top 3 Supplements for Building Muscle
I am not a registered dietitian... but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. If you go into your local supplement store and...

benbarkerfitness
Jan 92 min read


Top Benefits of a Sustainable Fitness and Diet Plan
The New Year is here, resolutions have been set, and gym memberships have been purchased. But we must address the elephant in the room......

benbarkerfitness
Jan 23 min read


Best Workout Plan for 2025: A Comprehensive Approach to Fitness Excellence
As we bid farewell to 2024, many of us are emerging from the holiday season in a bit of a haze, possibly fueled by extra calories and...

benbarkerfitness
Dec 26, 20244 min read


The Perfect Leg Workout to Build Strength and Muscle and Avoid Common Mistakes
Not all leg workouts are created equal. And just to go ahead and get it out there: 1: Jogging or walking does not count as a leg workout...

benbarkerfitness
Dec 19, 20244 min read


4 Upper Body Exercises to Take Your Workout to the Next Level
Consistency is king and we shouldn't be program hopping every week by trying random workouts. I think you will see the best results when...

benbarkerfitness
Dec 12, 20243 min read


5 Best Weightlifting Programs: Build Muscle, Strength, and Aid in Fat Loss
The new year is coming in hot, so people will be searching for a routine to follow in the gym. So, I thought I would make things easy for...

benbarkerfitness
Dec 5, 20244 min read


Fit Dad Christmas Gift Guide: Garage Gym Gear, Workout Clothes, and Supplements
My wife always says I am difficult to shop for and my mom says the same of my dad. So, I am here to help and make gift-giving to the fit...

benbarkerfitness
Nov 21, 20244 min read


The Holiday Fitness and Nutrition Survival Guide: 6 Tips to Stay on Track
I LOVE the holiday season. Christmas is easily my favorite holiday. I love the music, the movies, who it is about, the family time, and...

benbarkerfitness
Nov 14, 20243 min read


Top 50 Exercises for Dads to Build Muscle and Fitness
When you’re a dad who wants to be strong, perform well, and look the part, you need exercises that deliver maximum impact for both...

benbarkerfitness
Nov 7, 20247 min read


Top 9 Kettlebell Exercises for Dads to Increase Muscle and Fitness
It's barbell first for me but it is tough to beat the versatility and portability of a good kettle. I typically travel with my KB and use...

benbarkerfitness
Oct 31, 20242 min read


25 Step Fitness and Workout Guide to Finish the Year Strong
Why not crush the remainder of 2024 and get a head start on your 2025 goals? I know it is cliche but when I am shooting for a lofty goal,...

benbarkerfitness
Oct 24, 20246 min read


6 Essential Garage Gym Workout Equipment Pieces. Plus Honorable Mentions.
Listen, the busier I get and the more activities my kids enroll in, the more important my home gym becomes. What dad doesn't want to be...

benbarkerfitness
Oct 17, 20244 min read


5 Essential Leg Day Exercises for Dads: Front Squats, Single-Leg RDLs & More to Build Strong Legs!
Dads... 5" inseams are in and it is more important than ever to build an absolutely juicy set of quads and hams. As a dad, you are...

benbarkerfitness
Oct 10, 20242 min read
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