What's Your Strength

Personal trainer, strength & nutrition coach: No pain, all gain

What's Your Strength
  • Why Choose Me?
  • Strength
  • Nutrition
  • Classes
  • One-on-One Training
  • Reviews
  • Blog

Author: Meghan O'Connell

Strength Paradigms: Stu McGill cf. StrongFirst/FMS

Feb-02-17

Strength paradigm comparison: Stu McGill’s approach (world-renowned spine biomechanist) cf. the StrongFirst/Functional Movement Systems schools of thought.

Me and Stu McGill: Our Dialogue on TVA Engage

Dec-23-16

Art and science go head to head over TVA engage following my experience at the McGill 1 course.

Caloric Restriction: Lessons Learned from the Welfare Challenge

Nov-20-16

One week of attempting to match what a welfare recipient receives gave me insights for dieters.

Squat Depth: The Copacabana Leg Press

Nov-02-16

How limited equipment, Cuban ingenuity, and FMS principles led to an invention on improving squat depth.

The Random Factor in Fitness

Aug-26-16

A random incident at the Fair just reminded me why I love working in fitness. What spark gets you going?

The Random Factor in Fitness

Aug-26-16

A random incident at the Fair just reminded me why I love working in fitness.

In Praise of Indoor Rowing

Jun-24-16

Indoor rowing blends postural work, cardio and functional strength. Here’s a basic primer.

FMS – This Stuff Really Works!

Apr-01-16

Revisiting the FMS basics helped me overcome old shoulder injuries – this stuff really works.

Truly Foundational Strength

Feb-18-16

Even deeper than most basics, two surprising principles can affect foundational strength training: Do Less. Breathe Better.

New Year’s Resolutions vs. Reality, Take 2

Jan-10-16

Sweeping resolutions don’t work. What does? Committing to a manageable road map toward accomplishing your goals.

Post navigation

  • ← Older posts
  • Newer posts →

What Clients Say

Just wanted to check in with you about how everything is going.

First, I just want to thank you so very much for your help. Your advice was invaluable to me. I've incorporated all of the changes into my routine and they have all been going smoothly. I have also added in a plank and made sure I have a big bottle of water for rest breaks. I've visibly been gaining more muscle in areas that I haven't before, as well as having a large increase to stamina and strength. I'm also involved with the Cavalier program, so I can ride horses! Woo!

I have also been getting up at 6:30 every morning to make breakfast and lunch. I've been feeling pretty good lately, and I'm starting to cook rice and some chicken and veggies for supper.
In short, I'm doing very well. I cannot say how much I appreciate your help. I will definitely schedule another session with you in the coming months for another checkup :D
Thank you for all of your help.

Ben D.

YES, finally I can feel that I am getting past the aches and pains in my hips, ankles and achilles/heels.  Your assessments, together with a variety of progressive home/gym exercises and stretches have lessened the pain and stiffness.  Our sessions keep me committed and give me feedback on how much progress has been made since we started. Your knowledge, experience and gentle care has taught me not to accept less than what is possible when living in an aging body!

Linda C.

Search the Blog

© 2026 What's Your Strength. All Rights Reserved.