The art of communication is one of those things you should constantly work on.  Being great at it can help you grow as a person, strengthen your relationships and you give others a very clear understanding of who you are.  Whether it's at work with co-workers or superiors, with the people in your circle or even at home with your loved ones, being able to communicate properly sets the tone and dynamic of your relationship.  You would think this is obvious but believe it or not, many relationships come to an end because there probably was a lack of communication and understanding.

Christian and Carlo discuss the art of communication and how vital it is for everyone.  It can prevent a fight, it can get you that raise you've always wanted and it can help grow/maintain a relationship.  If you think you don't have to work on communication, you're wrong.  Communication is like training. You have to work on it constantly.
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Growing up anywhere in Toronto, hip hop has a HUGE influence on our lives.  From how we carry ourselves to our creativity and drive, hip hop is a key competent and it gives us confidence to express ourselves.  It is no different for Strength-N-U.
Christian and Carlo talk about growing up and how hip hop inspired them to create the business you know and love today. 

In the gym, creating the formats for their classes, they challenged each other the way breakdancers do during a battle.  Not to disrespect but to refine each others skills, to better each other for the next throw down and to prepare and strengthen each other for whatever life presents. 

What do you use as inspiration? 
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We all know someone or can be guilty ourselves of repeatedly doing the same old thing at the gym.  We may see some change at first but after a long time, can we really expect change still?!  If you are looking to improve your workout, increase intensity or even if you're getting bored of the same old routine, that you've been doing for the past 3 years(hopefully you've changed it more often)... Check this podcast out!

Christian and Carlo go through Supersets, trisets/circuit training, giant sets and more!  Change up your normal routine and throw these in.  You're GUARANTEED to spice up your workout and increase the intensity!

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We all know that person or that select few who hustle.  They are highly respected by their peers, they work hard, they are dependable and things just always seem to work for them.  And then we have the others who just talk the talk, embellish everything they do to be acknowledged and they do the most... For the gram... 

Christian and Carlo point out the differences between those who are ACTUALLY out there hustling and those who just pretend.  Social Media is part of our world now and it's a great thing for connecting people.  But, the down side is that it has placed an urgency to impress the masses and seek for praise and acknowledgment.  It's one thing to share your successes but to post your "much deserved" night out and broadcast to the world how much hard work you put in this week....    At the end of the day, numbers don't lie...some focus on the number of lives they impact and others the number of likes their posts recieve.  But, only one of them are destined for long term success...

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Humans by nature are creatures of habit.  Since habits are automatically done without thought, most of us are inherently incapable of knowing how prevalent and influential they really are in our day to day lives.  Our community is all about growth, so let's help each other and ensure we build good habits so that we can bring out the best everyday!

Christian and Carlo talk about the habits of successful people.  Remember, successful DOES NOT only mean rich and famous.  Successful is the achievement of YOUR desired visions and planned goals.  Let's pick up the slack and let's get it!

https://www.instagram.com/p/ByWBD1tnYiT/?igshid=1ps51ectm1l6s - to see a quick list of the common habits successful people have!
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We’ve been conditioned to go hard or go home and to give an all-out effort in everything we do.  Although this mentality will surely get you outstanding results over time, the question is…should we be going all out…ALL THE TIME?

Are you able to maintain an all-out effort all day every day?  Top level effort for 60–90 minutes at the gym, running, playing hockey, or anything else, can lead you down a road plagued with burnout, plateaus, or even depression.   The NFL’s best running backs have to hit the sideline to take a breather after a run back for a touchdown or a long series of hard-won yards.

Remember, those who don’t rest, injure. Some die (yes, dramatic but true).  We’ve all read stories about recruits pushed beyond their limits in the military. Rookies who die in training camp in the late summer heat.  Yet, too many of us subscribe to this notion that it’s either all out all the time or nothing at all. 

In this episode, Christian and Carlo discuss the dangers of going all out all the time. Knowing when to give an all-out effort and balancing it with proper rest and recovery will not only give you better results, but it will keep you healthier overtime.

Throw the F*ck down is a saying we live by here at SNU.  We want all our fitfam to put in 110% every single rep, every single day, whether it be at home, in the gym or at work!  BUT, we also understand the value of rest and the need for a break.    Remember,  muscles are torn in the gym, fed in the kitchen and built in bed.

Overtraining/overworking happens to everyone that works hard.  Christian and Carlo know and understand that.  In this episode, Christian and Carlo discuss the signals and signs that you need a break.    It doesn't make you weak or any less of a person for taking a break, just make sure you are using the break to rebuild, reassess and to reenergize!  You're guarenteed to be much stronger than you were.   

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When your fitness goal is to lose weight, gain muscle mass, sprint faster or lift heavier, you have to choose the right training program to efficiently achieve your goals.  If you're trying to lose a certain amount of weight in a certain amount of time, concentrating on heavy deadlifts and squats probably won't get your there...  

Christian and Carlo talk about how to find the right program for you.  If you want to maximize your potential and reach your goals, you will want to tune into the full episode.  Everyones fitness journey is difficult.  This isn't an easy thing to do.  These free tips and things to consider will help you get things in order so you can get closer to being the better you!
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IIFIYM means "If It Fits In Your Macros".  This is a diet that involves you counting the number of macronutrients vs. counting the calories you are consuming.  Because of the focus is more on proteins, fats and carbohydrates, this allows for a person to be much more flexible on what they can consume... As long as it fits in your macros.
Christian and Carlo discuss and present the pros and the cons of this diet,  who should and shouldn't be doing it and their personal take on it as well.  If you heard of this diet and are curious to know the facts, tune in to this episode!
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Working out and attaining certain goals is a process.  Many people either lack the knowledge and guidance or just straight up don't respect the process.  Thus, people get discouraged and quit their journey.  Regardless of where you are in your journey, when you want results, you have to go through some sort of process/program.

Christian and Carlo talk about a question everyone has in their heads.  When should I expect results?  They discuss things to consider such as your past lifestyle, eating habits and are you on the right program? Depending on what your goals are, be realistic, seek for guidance,  don't be so hard on yourself and work your ass off!
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