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How to stay on track during the Fourth of July
Katie Ekema
June 26, 2026
Member Success Story: Shawn
The Rise Team
June 25, 2026
How to track progress in the gym
Gabe Thompson
June 19, 2026
All about muscle soreness
Dawson Persons
June 12, 2026
Coach Ellie's parting words to our Rise community
Ellie Brewer
May 29, 2026
Rise 50 Workout Challenge
The Rise Team
May 20, 2026
Coach Dawson's farewell letter to our Rise community
Dawson Persons
May 15, 2026
Why we resistance train before conditioning
Katie Ekema
May 8, 2026
Why resting in between exercises matters
Katie Ekema
April 10, 2026
What is a Rise Fitness Assessment?
Dawson Persons
April 9, 2026
The Rise Golf Program
Dawson Persons
April 1, 2026
Reflecting on Rise's 8 year anniversary
Chase Morlock
March 28, 2026
Rise Lifestyle Pyramid
Chase Morlock
March 18, 2026
Why you should care about being strong
Dawson Persons
March 13, 2026
Are you aging well?
Katie Ekema
March 7, 2026
Older Posts
What gets measured gets managed Megan Miller February 27, 2026
Member Success Story: Mandy Megan Miller February 20, 2026
What are you willing to protect? Chase Morlock February 13, 2026
February Member of the Month: Michele Chase Morlock February 7, 2026
Better understanding phases and what they mean for your training Gabe Thompson and Dawson Persons February 6, 2026
Nutrition: It’s about food, but it’s not all about food Megan Miller January 31, 2026
Why we use InBody scans Dawson Persons January 17, 2026
Understanding the rate of muscle development Dawson Persons January 16, 2026
Training for life during and after menopause Ellie Brewer January 9, 2026
For the person who feels hesitant to set New Years goals Megan Miller January 2, 2026
"No Bad Days": Our 2026 Motto Chase Morlock December 26, 2025
SMART goals for 2026 Dawson Persons December 19, 2025
Enjoying food during the holidays while staying aligned with your goals Ellie Brewer December 12, 2025
Why the gym shouldn't be your only form of movement in a day Gabe Thompson December 5, 2025
How resistance training affects flexibility Dawson Persons November 28, 2025
Our Black Friday Week exclusive offer Chase Morlock November 24, 2025
Holiday survival guide Megan Miller November 21, 2025
Why mobility and flexibility matter Katie Ekema November 14, 2025
Can you spot reduce fat? Ellie Brewer November 7, 2025
Why muscle health is so important Dawson Persons October 31, 2025
Festive fall food Megan Miller October 24, 2025
How to critically assess online nutrition information Ellie Brewer October 3, 2025
Discipline is the path, not the point Chase Morlock September 26, 2025
Why walking deserves a place in your daily routine Megan Miller September 19, 2025
Should you eat before a workout? Ellie Brewer September 12, 2025
Why we have phases in our training programs at Rise Katie Ekema September 5, 2025
The simplest way to thrive during back-to-school season Megan Miller August 29, 2025
Member Success Story: Darin Werner Chase Morlock August 20, 2025
Member Success Story: Jason Loney Chase Morlock August 20, 2025
How does fear affect your life? Chase Morlock August 15, 2025
Introducing: The Rise Workout App Chase Morlock August 8, 2025
30 ways to get 30 grams of protein Ellie Brewer August 1, 2025
Why we warm up Katie Ekema July 25, 2025
Booze: The good, the bad and the ugly Megan Miller July 18, 2025
Plyometrics: Why we use them at Rise Gabe Thompson July 11, 2025
Harder isn't better. Better is better Chase Morlock June 27, 2025
Our 5 top tips for better sleep Katie Ekema June 20, 2025
When it's time to push yourself, and when it's time to hold back Emma Gronholz June 13, 2025
Small changes that have a big impact on your health Kyra Nichols June 6, 2025
Nutrition travel tips Anthony Peters May 30, 2025
What are Rise's "Big Rock Movements" and why do they matter? Dawson Persons May 23, 2025
Should I stop coming to the gym if I am injured? Emma Gronholz May 16, 2025
Staying on track with nutrition during stressful times Chase Morlock May 9, 2025
Thank you to our Rise interns Emma Gronholz May 2, 2025
Are cold plunges and saunas the missing piece in your fitness journey? Dawson Persons April 25, 2025
Why we love kettlebell get ups Chase Morlock April 18, 2025
Raising kids to love movement Megan Miller April 10, 2025
The importance of recovery and mobility Emma Gronholz April 4, 2025
Is it best to eat protein before or after a workout? Or does it matter at all? Chase Morlock March 28, 2025
When do I increase weight on my lifts? Chase Morlock March 21, 2025
Taking the choice out of grocery shopping Ellie Brewer March 14, 2025
How to use your breath during exercise Emma Gronholz March 7, 2025
3 keys to achieving consistency Gabe Thompson February 28, 2025
Three go-to meals that are simple but not boring Megan Miller February 21, 2025
How to get in extra movement during the winter Emma Gronholz February 13, 2025
Tips to help your kid feel confident in their body Ellie Brewer February 7, 2025
At-home mobility routine Ellie Brewer January 31, 2025
All about progressive overload Emma Gronholz January 24, 2025
Coach Emma's Parting Words Emma Bale January 17, 2025
Ways to get outside in the winter Ellie Brewer January 10, 2025
Beating the winter blues Kyra Nichols January 3, 2025
Meet the Rise Team The Rise Team December 31, 2024
A look back at 2024 Chase Morlock December 31, 2024
How to shovel snow properly Chase Morlock December 27, 2024
You look great Steve Boyd December 21, 2024
How to talk to your kids about food Ellie Brewer December 14, 2024
From one busy mom to another Heidi Morlock December 6, 2024
Common abbreviations used in the gym Emma Gronholz November 22, 2024
How to keep a routine on the weekend Ellie Brewer November 8, 2024
The value of a gym membership Ellie Brewer November 1, 2024
The truth about who you surround yourself with Megan Miller October 18, 2024
Bodyweight and at-home workouts Emma Gronholz October 11, 2024
Meet the Rise coaches The Rise Team October 4, 2024
Michael Jordan’s trainer's advice Chase Morlock September 30, 2024
Never regret a workout Megan Miller September 20, 2024
Tips and tricks to drink more water Ellie Brewer September 13, 2024
Balancing different types of food Ellie Brewer September 6, 2024
Don't kick the can down the road Chase Morlock August 30, 2024
Our back-to-school tips Megan Miller August 23, 2024
Training with an injury Ellie Brewer August 16, 2024
Here’s how to finally be able to do a pull-up Megan Miller August 9, 2024
The perfect amount of protein Ellie Brewer August 2, 2024
Achieve any goal with this one acronym Megan Miller July 26, 2024
Even a coach needs a coach Chase Morlock July 19, 2024
Get ready and stay ready Chase Morlock July 12, 2024
Using proper nutrition to get the most out of your workouts Ellie Brewer July 5, 2024
Our Fourth of July survival guide Megan Miller June 28, 2024
Nutrition crash course: micronutrients and water Ellie Brewer June 21, 2024
Nutrition crash course: macronutrients Ellie Brewer June 14, 2024
The compound effect for your health Megan Miller June 1, 2024
The dangers of a few weeks off Ellie Brewer May 24, 2024
51% rule - a process of decision making Megan Miller May 18, 2024
Walking is underrated and overrated Chase Morlock May 11, 2024
How to stay on track with your goals this summer Ellie Brewer May 3, 2024
Top 5 benefits of strength training for golf Chase Morlock April 26, 2024
7 common mistakes to avoid when strength training Chase Morlock April 19, 2024
Technology's harmful effects and tips to detox Kyra Nichols April 12, 2024
Change your life - brick by brick Chase Morlock April 5, 2024
Growth mindset in and out of the gym Ellie Brewer March 29, 2024
Knees hurting? Try this Emma Bale March 22, 2024
Weight loss is a team sport Megan Miller March 15, 2024
Trainer recipe roundup The Rise Team March 8, 2024
Get your butt up: The negative effects of sitting Kyra Nichols February 28, 2024
Why you may not be seeing results in the gym Chase Morlock February 23, 2024
What's for dinner? Megan Miller February 15, 2024
Five non-negotiables for finally getting (and staying) fit after 40 Chase Morlock February 8, 2024
Top five quick nutrition wins Megan Miller February 2, 2024
Ditch the resolutions – here’s why setting standards is so much better Chase Morlock January 26, 2024
A (re)introduction: the past, present, and future of Rise Chase Morlock January 19, 2024