JaminThompson.com Members | Site-Wide Activity https://members.jaminthompson.com/activity/ Activity feed for the entire site. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 23:55:04 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 afdc17f9db7b41b0637bd072ffa2075a Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3857 Thu, 29 Mar 2018 02:01:44 +0000

]]> 0 05c649b1160b8e716877e1d13db1199a Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3651 Thu, 02 Nov 2017 23:24:05 +0000 If you’re just getting started on your fitness journey, one of the most difficult things to figure out is: “what in the world do I need to buy from the grocery store?”

There is a ton of information online a […]

]]> 0 db92196eef78f8faaecfaff74be6a160 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3647 Thu, 02 Nov 2017 22:58:19 +0000 Get your diet plan back on track this week using my FREE printable meal planner to track meals, macros, and more.

Odds are you plan your career, vacations, weddings, parties, etc in advance.

You probably […]

]]> 0 23062b578bcd0dfe770ca93047381689 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3635 Fri, 20 Oct 2017 05:29:59 +0000 These days everyone is looking for an edge, a new and better way of doing it that nobody else is using…

…a way that can help them reach the next level.

You’re reading this right now for that very […]

]]> 0 3982c2713baf32e9cdce18baa92b3e31 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3625 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 21:06:27 +0000 Let’s face it, cardio sucks.

I hate it.

It’s boring, it hurts, and it can often do more harm that good when used incorrectly.

How can I say that, you ask?

Here are a few issues I have with t […]

]]> 0 dbfc5c75be49752f40008db9b8d7a90e Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3622 Wed, 11 Oct 2017 04:16:19 +0000 There’s a big misconception out there that if you work in an office (aka sit on your ass from 9-5 or later) that you’re lazy and unmotivated if you’re “too tired to train” either before or after work. […]

]]> 0 52bb5a65147e3d06f25601aa41543386 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3617 Tue, 10 Oct 2017 08:30:38 +0000 Guns, pipes, pythons, you know the deal.

All guys want em’, but not ever guy will ever claim em’.

Jacked, ripped, intimidating, and dare I say SEXY, arms…

Arms that intimidate other guys…

Arms […]

]]> 0 506638877b810967fd1cda36bff8ec41 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3611 Tue, 10 Oct 2017 07:04:03 +0000 We train as hard as we can…

We push our bodies to the limits…

We eat our veggies and don’t sneak cheat meals…

We do all of the right things…

…but then winter strikes and some of us end […]

]]> 0 45a58ce465f18c8eb662dafbb88a0b42 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3605 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 02:12:57 +0000 I’ve been getting a ton of questions and emails lately about workouts…

Many of them are the usual questions like “what kind of workout should I be doing”

Or…

“Send me a workout plan dude” […]

]]> 0 2764724c8df3ec043a19d27726fa27b9 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3600 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 00:44:03 +0000 Over the years I’ve tried and experimented with just about every exercise and training tool out there…

…Dyno, Prowler, Tires, Sleds, Barbells, Dumbbells, Bodyweight, TRX, Kamagon Balls, Ropes, Rings, […]

]]> 0 da20e5dd57fb0984488ff12ecddb2b5b Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3540 Wed, 04 Oct 2017 21:24:51 +0000 The fitness industry is a strange beast.

It’s sort of hard to understand at first, until you see it for what it really is.

When you try to explain your frustration with fitness to someone else, the only […]

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]]> 0 205968a367168c7229ecc94ae7e9ec14 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3467 Wed, 23 Aug 2017 05:07:37 +0000 I’m going to spare you the long, boring science lesson today and get straight to the point.

You’ve got to eat more veggies.

Period.

I know you probably hate em’ but there is really no way around […]

]]> 0 808f9712c76d54d11576c9942c16a98a Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3462 Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:59:52 +0000 You’re just a few clicks away from access to hundreds of custom workouts, meal plans, shopping lists and so much more.
We’re glad you’re enjoying the membership program, and have found tremendous value and b […]

]]> 0 a71de15356529fd0bdfd6e5e4e2ac165 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3457 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 00:26:48 +0000 It is a well known fact that eating healthy and providing your body with the proper nutrients will not only help you perform better on the field, but it can also help you make gains in the gym as well.

Of […]

]]> 0 0b32e0553622403482f1f2b7a334a7af Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=3438 Wed, 16 Aug 2017 23:26:51 +0000 I believe we all have a superpower.

I know it may not feel like it at times but trust me it’s in there…

…inside of you right now just waiting to be unlocked.

Don’t get me wrong, we all have those […]

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]]> 0 18945b0e1e21f8a7058622b3cb77cd2c Jamin Thompson started the topic Workout Ideas For "Off Days" in the forum Workouts & Training http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/workout-ideas-for-off-days/ Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:26:05 +0000 Quite a few members have reached out to me lately and asked questions such as:

“Is training 3-4 times a week enough?”

or

“Should I have an active rest day?”

or

“Should I be doing extra cardio?”

Today’s article will provide you with a bunch of creative new ideas to try out if you would like to add an additional training day; and/or are…[Read more]

]]> 0 08c833e1c8f24932de6a2b717eee84a2 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=2572 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:19:57 +0000 Quite a few members have reached out to me lately and asked questions such as:

“Is training 3-4 times a week enough?”

or

“Should I have an active rest day?”

or

“Should I be doing extra […]

]]> 0 e1a09991114cf143c8f55455bde32f05 Jamin Thompson started the topic in the forum Workout Programs http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/into-the-fray/ Fri, 17 Mar 2017 04:22:21 +0000 Post your questions about the Into The Fray training program here.

]]> 0 ab3e17594ce37a8807f6a22b593935df Jamin Thompson started the topic in the forum Workout Programs http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/into-the-fray/ Fri, 17 Mar 2017 04:20:07 +0000 Post your questions about the Into The Fray training program here.

]]> 0 9dad98a4fd462772df4a002d0c718153 Jamin Thompson started the topic How To Increase Your Pull Strength in the forum Strength Training & Powerlifting http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/how-to-increase-your-pull-strength/ Mon, 13 Mar 2017 06:28:20 +0000 Quite a few of you guys have messaged me recently, explaining that you’ve been struggling to get stronger on deadlifts (or pulling in general) and have asked if I knew of any useful tricks to help.

The tips outlined in this article should help the cause.

 

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]]> 0 d9ee1dff6fba0c63e0d42b12d4204844 Jamin Thompson replied to the topic How many Genesis workouts are there? in the forum Genesis http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/how-many-genesis-workouts-are-there/#post-2406 Mon, 13 Feb 2017 21:04:18 +0000 Hey! The Genesis program is actually 4 weeks long and there are 3 training days each week. 12 workouts total. Each week you will get the workouts for that week sent to you by email (we do it that way to keep folks from skipping ahead). So for Week 1, you should see 3 workouts. Also, if you are already past Week 1 and haven’t received Week 2, 3,…[Read more]

]]> 0 4aa29b4951612e013c76dcae0597a2b8 tccu99 started the topic How many Genesis workouts are there? in the forum Genesis http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/how-many-genesis-workouts-are-there/ Mon, 13 Feb 2017 19:59:03 +0000 Hey Jamin,

I’m only seeing one Genesis workout, but based on the emails I am receiving, I am not sure if I am supposed to do that one workout for four weeks or if there are supposed to be different workouts each week? If so, where can I find the others. I am only seeing Week 1. Thanks!

]]> 0 0bdf164c3b77f8b9988737da8b2be77b Jamin Thompson started the topic in the forum Workout Programs http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/forged-by-fire/ Thu, 09 Feb 2017 23:57:37 +0000 Post your questions about the Forged By Fire program here.

]]> 0 c26ac282a88dd60d1e98a4f5f58c8790 Jamin Thompson started the topic How to measure your body fat in the forum Start Here! http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/how-to-measure-your-body-fat/ Tue, 07 Feb 2017 02:15:07 +0000 Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned vet, one tracking measurement that you’ll probably want to make sure you stay on top of is your body fat percentage. Today’s Walkthrough will teach you everything you need to know about body fat percentage: what it is, how to measure & calculate it, and more. CLICK HERE to get the tips.

]]> 0 82a7c5fca52326d62995438fed7c6c60 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=2323 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 02:08:32 +0000 Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned vet, one tracking measurement that you’ll probably want to make sure you stay on top of is your body fat percentage.

One of the main reasons you’ll want to […]

]]> 0 3e6dfce2f5643f968c9a9fbba88d9a7a Jamin Thompson started the topic Training tips to survive cold and flu season in the forum Cold & Flu http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/training-tips-to-survive-cold-and-flu-season/ Thu, 02 Feb 2017 07:56:59 +0000 I know you guys are all training hard, but since we are still in the middle of cold and flu season I figured it was worth mentioning that hard training does suppress the immune system, which can leave you susceptible to opportunistic infections (like colds and the flu). Not to worry though, today’s article should help keep you healthy n’ strong a…[Read more]

]]> 0 c3f0a1f7913b03ae20314ee2ded0554b Jamin Thompson started the topic Just lift bro in the forum Mindset & Mental Toughness http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/just-lift-bro-2/ Wed, 01 Feb 2017 02:08:58 +0000 Don’t Overthink It – Just Lift Bro
Before you decide to spend several hours Googling theories to help you win a comments battle on Instagram…or weeks pondering over a small scientific detail to your training or nutrition program read this:

In today’s fast-paced, data driven society, it can be easy to get caught up with studies, over complicated…[Read more]

]]> 0 f765cce338098b1a3bb2a47ec072cb9d Jamin Thompson started the topic Just lift bro in the forum Mindset & Mental Toughness http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/just-lift-bro-2/ Wed, 01 Feb 2017 02:08:58 +0000 Don’t Overthink It – Just Lift Bro
Before you decide to spend several hours Googling theories to help you win a comments battle on Instagram…or weeks pondering over a small scientific detail to your program read this:

In today’s fast-paced, data driven society, it can be easy to get caught up with studies, over complicated algorithms and…[Read more]

]]> 0 93a465c7267f90378dc7eb82369b9d24 Jamin Thompson started the topic in the forum Mindset & Mental Toughness http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/just-lift-bro/ Wed, 01 Feb 2017 02:08:39 +0000 Don’t Overthink It – Just Lift Bro
Before you decide to spend several hours Googling theories to help you win a comments battle on Instagram…or weeks pondering over a small scientific detail to your program read this:

In today’s fast-paced, data driven society, it can be easy to get caught up with studies, over complicated algorithms and…[Read more]

]]> 0 fe9cd4d1f234fc98d24c33bc33a2fd8d Jamin Thompson replied to the topic Get you some! in the forum Warrior Introductions http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/get-you-some/#post-2177 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 20:53:30 +0000 We are glad to have you here – welcome to the madness!

]]> 0 bcc123481c3bc479845494239fdba07a jdporcelli changed their profile picture https://members.jaminthompson.com/activity/p/705/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 19:21:12 +0000 0 f7e892132bbba5f5319df3e2f4ebae5d jdporcelli started the topic Get you some! in the forum Warrior Introductions http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/get-you-some/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 19:19:12 +0000 Awesome to be part of the community of fellow crazies! Thanks Nate and Jamin for putting together this rad site!

]]> 0 b3c2bad455ac6122c72a2b5030411dff Jamin Thompson started the topic What are best supplements to use? in the forum Supplements http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/what-are-best-supplements-to-use/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 04:02:06 +0000 This is a very common question…and I get asked this on just about a daily basis. To help you understand where I stand on what the best supplements are for you to take (especially from a performance perspective), I put together this article for you. I hope you find it helpful and I look forward to the discussion.

]]> 0 db83017990b76e65589baaa362b795e5 Jamin Thompson started the topic How to calculate your macros? in the forum General Diet & Nutrition http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/how-to-calculate-your-macros/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 03:53:48 +0000 One of the most common questions I get asked just about every day is: “how do I calculate my macros to reach my goals?”

While there is no exact formula or answer for how to calculate the perfect macros for your specific goals (because there are so many variables involved and everyone is different), there are some general guidelines you can use…[Read more]

]]> 0 7fbcfdcb5997986101790a68e5365ba2 Jamin Thompson started the topic Body Composition Measurements & Tracking in the forum Start Here! http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/body-composition-measurements-tracking/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 03:43:16 +0000 If you are new here and just getting started, our quick start guide will help walk you through how to take body composition measurements and track your progress.

You can find it HERE

 

]]> 0 e2e6806e22e252c474519ff05148ff3e Jamin Thompson started the topic How to increase your bench press in the forum Strength Training & Powerlifting http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/how-to-increase-your-bench-press/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 03:29:20 +0000 A few of you guys have asked me for tips on how to improve your bench press max…so I have posted an article for you with a few tips that may help you out.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE TIPS

If you have questions or comments, feel free to post them here.

]]> 0 ce810d4ecbc2fd359e885c6a8cac3853 Jamin Thompson wrote a new post http://members.jaminthompson.com/?p=1314 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 03:20:29 +0000 I’ve been getting a ton of questions from readers lately asking for tips on how to increase their bench press max.

Normally, I would tell them to worry about things that are more important like how much […]

]]> 0 771bdd7a793326de0d9ad1f906fa0f5a Thomas Gaines's profile was updated https://members.jaminthompson.com/activity/p/698/ Mon, 30 Jan 2017 02:18:31 +0000 0 e3ab84d79d83fc91d9ffbf7d3b6be5ef Nate Edwards started the topic TRAINING QUESTIONS in the forum Workout Programs http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/training-questions/ Sun, 29 Jan 2017 01:09:03 +0000 Ladies and gentlemen,

I have had more than a few people ask me questions about exercises via email, social media, or text. If you want clarification of some of the crazy things your program has in it, post it in the forum where other people (aside from the coach) may have a good answer for you. This forum was created to help everyone come…[Read more]

]]> 0 180d379783dc5860b90bd26bceec07d6 Nate Edwards replied to the topic Excited to get started in the forum Warrior Introductions http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/excited-to-get-started/#post-2152 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 01:02:47 +0000 Thomas,

You definitely came to the right place! For less than the price of Netflix, you can finally get the results you’ve been after without any of the gimmicks or sales pitches. I look forward to hearing about your experiences and seeing your results as they come.

Nate

]]> 0 5221f8952e604b9d1fcb0c151d12d131 Nate Edwards replied to the topic I just wanted to introduce myself in the forum Warrior Introductions http://members.jaminthompson.com/forums/topic/i-just-wanted-to-introduce-myself/#post-2151 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:55:08 +0000 Juan,

Welcome! There is no expiration on fitness, and I am glad to hear that you are getting your health back in order. Your situation is very common. I have a lot of former college teammates that are in the same boat as you are. Spending years climbing the corporate ladder can wreak havoc on your health. Add a couple of kids and a mortgage to…[Read more]

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