I'm not sure if you've heard, but next week is going to be kind of a big deal.

In only seven days, I'll be able to call Lindsay my wife, which is amazing and still pretty surreal.  We can't be happier about being able to share it with so many of our friends and family, and I figure there's a handful of things you can count on occurring:

-an incredible dance party, with at least a few country songs (but not THAT many)

-tears all around

-plenty of Midwestern charm

-me saying "I do"....unless I'm called again to be Tom Brady's naked body double in one of his new commercials. 

By the way, that's my second job.

Way back in June of last year, I published an article that I titled "My Top 5: Worst Exercises." If you're too lazy to click on that link, I can give you a basic summary: sit-ups, "crossfit" kipping pullups, and bosu balls tend to make my eyes bleed.  So, don't do them....ever.

Fast forward to today, and I'm finally posting the ying to that article's yang.  The list below is the top five exercises that I prefer from both a strength and "fat loss" perspective.  Whether your goal is to look good in the gym, or look good nekkid....these five exercises need to be in your toolbox and used regularly.

So, raise your right hand if you'd like to sucker punch Punxsutawney Phil right about now.

Of course, I'm kidding....I'd only expect a yes from someone like Michael Vick.

But, if you live in the northeast, you're probably getting battered with some rain/snow combination today, as well as a few days from now.  It's winter, and it sucks....but on the bright side, it gives me more time to write! 

Anywho, I realized a few days ago that there's one exercise/position I do with many of my clients, but have yet to share.  And, what if I told you that this exercise helps build "core" stability, hip stability, helped you breathe better (yes, you breathe terribly), and can help alleviate back pain?

The plot thickens..

Today's post doesn't have a ton to do with strength and conditioning tips for you.  Instead, I wanted to write about something I've thought about for some time: changing my title to a "Strength Coach" instead of a "Personal Trainer."

The difference may seem petty, and frankly, that's because it sorta is.  But, I've realized that simply calling myself a personal trainer is just a ruse for what I do on an everyday basis: show people how to get strong.

I don't think I'd be exaggerating by saying that last Friday was the best day of my life.  Why?  Lindsay and I finally got hitched, a massive dance party ensued, and there may have even been a little (too much) moonshine.

As for the wedding itself, it couldn't have been more perfect. She cried. I cried.  In fact, I'm pretty sure a few people wanted to roundhouse kick us in the face for simply oozing cuteness.

Flash forward to our reception, and not only was there 4 hours of dancing (and that was probably insufficient), but there may have been an impromptu lip sync performance of "I Want It That Way" by the Backstreet Boys.

Hear that, Nick Carter!? I'm coming for ya.