Applied Iron’s success is based on a proven, science-fueled protocol that has endured for more than 40 years. Based on the teachings of Body by Science, we focus on an intense and total body work out. Our techniques motivate you to get and STAY fit, while limiting risk of injury.

WHAT IS BODY BY SCIENCE?

Body by Science is a book by Dr. Doug McGuff. He takes a science-based approach to strength training. He’s designed this protocol based upon scientific studies, and he’s perfected it by testing his methods with his own clients. This protocol is weight-training focused and prioritizes machine based exercises.

THE SIX KEYS OF BODY BY SCIENCE

1. SUPER SLOW MOVEMENTS
   Dr. McGuff recommends that you perform each repetition as slowly as you possibly can, without stops and starts. That will generally be somewhere between five to fifteen seconds. These should be slow and fluid repetitive motions. The goal of these slow movements is to push your body into total muscle failure.

2. TOTAL MUSCLE FAILURE
   The Body by Science protocol calls for you to go into total muscular failure in each set. Muscular failure refers to bearing weight to the point where a muscle can no longer contract concentrically- the muscle is simply unable to perform another repetition. This method trains your body to endure heavier loads each session because you will continually push yourself to your max. The more you train, the more your body will adapt to create long term improvements in strength and stamina.

3. “TIME UNDER LOAD”
   Dr. McGuff suggests you should measure the amount of time you can withstand the weight before reaching total muscle failure. He recommends that you find a weight with which you’ll reach total muscle failure within 40 seconds to 2.5 minutes.

4. MINIMUM REST BETWEEN SETS
   The Body by Science protocol is built around the mountain of evidence showing that high-intensity exercise is far more effective per unit of time invested than fast pace training, such as jogging on a treadmill for thirty minutes. That’s why you’re going into total muscle failure, and that’s why you’re taking as little rest as possible between sets.

5. FOCUS ON A FULL-BODY WORKOUT
   Instead of working one or two muscle groups per workout, with this protocol, you’re utilizing the entire body. This helps increase the intensity of the exercise and stimulates the release of myokines. A full-body workout is a great way to ensure you are training all muscle groups. They also tend to incorporate compound strength exercises, which are a super efficient way of strength training, and can improve your cardiovascular health.

6. MAXIMUM REST BETWEEN WORKOUTS
   Dr. McGuff recommends you do this full-body workout, and then take anywhere from five to fourteen days of rest. Most people are overtraining and don’t realize the strain on their own body! Overtraining can cause you to feel stagnant in your fitness journey or even increase risk of injury. By maintaining a routine with maximum rest, you guarantee continued progress while keeping your body safe.

WHAT MAKES OUR GYM DIFFERENT?

Our boutique gym is filled with custom-made state-of-the-art equipment that is unique to the fitness industry. All equipment is able to be modified on the spot to conform perfectly to each client’s individual physique, ensuring maximum workout benefits in less time than typical routines performed at big box fitness centers.

Our space is designed to commit to our clients’ long-term health and fitness success. Whether you’re just beginning a fitness regimen or looking to advance or change your current routine, Applied Iron has all your strength training needs in a clean, private, distratction-free facility. Our specially-trained, experienced personal trainers are experts in the strength training methodology based on Dr. Doug McGuff’s teachings.

If you’re ready to join a gym that will get you the results you’ve been dreaming of, use the link below and sign up for your FREE consultation today!