APEX The Gym

06/04/2026

3 Reasons to NOT stop working out when you are injured.

Check out our latest blog post from our physiotherapist, Pat Wu.

By Pat Wu – MPT, MKIN One of the most common questions I get as a physiotherapist is: Should I still work out while injured? Someone will sprain their ankle and immediately stop exercising, weightlifting, and even walking around. One of my Olympic weightlifting clients recently developed rotator c...

05/14/2026

Not sure what to do at the gym?
Having a hard time sticking to a routine?
Feeling more beat up than you did 10 years ago?

Imagine having a coach there every single session - without the price tag of traditional personak training.

Our 6:1 semi-private training is not a "bootcamp"

Every workout is 100% individualized to your body, goals, and training history.

You go at your own pace in a supportive atmosphere with coaching every step of the way.

https://www.apexthegym.com/intropackage/

05/12/2026

The best benefit of strength training? Feeling 10 years younger.

Stay mobile, strong, and confident doing the things you love for years to come.

05/06/2026

Not feeling ready to start? The truth is there will never be a perfect time.

That’s why we’re here to guide you through the process. Our intro package includes a full assessment and 3 one-on-one training sessions designed to actually help you feel better and move better - not just make you sweat.

https://www.apexthegym.com/intropackage/

05/04/2026

Big weekend for team APEX!

-4 Master athletes officially qualified for Worlds in Kansai, Japan.
-Big Sn**ch and CJ PRs across the board.
-New record for our team with 15 athletes showing up!

Super proud of the work everyone has put in!

Also, thank you for hosting.

Looking forward to the next one!

05/01/2026

Bigger fans installed to beat the summer heat!

04/23/2026

Quick Fix for Your Bench and Prevent Shoulder!

Try this band warm-up before your next Bench Day:

• Pull the band out → engage your lats + connect with leg drive
• Rip the band apart → lock in your upper back + retract shoulder blades
• Then carry that SAME tension into your actual bench sets

Save this and give it a try before your next workout 💪

04/23/2026

Maintaining rotational capacity as we age isn't all just about performance in sports such as paddling or pickleball...

It's about staying mobile, coordinated, and resilient for as long as possible.

Believe it or not, the rotational pattern shows up in everyday life. The more we intentionally train it, the longer we stay in control of our bodies.

04/17/2026

Here are a few benefits of strength training (other than just looking better!):

-Better body composition by building lean muscle and increasing metabolism
-Reduces risk of osteoporosis by improving bone density
-Support joint health and reduce pain
-Increase energy for everyday life
-Better balance and prevent falls
-Builds confidence inside and outside the gym

You can get started at any age or fitness level.

The best time to start was yesterday.

The next best is today!

03/28/2026

Here is how we coach it at APEX:

1. Perfect the hip hinge. Use a bench to block your knees from going forward and squatting down. Instead we want to shift the hips back and feel it in the hamstring and glutes.

2. Learn how to use your lats. Before loading the movement we teach clients to create tension through the upperbody. Bring your hands behind your body and imagine squeeze something in your armpits, or think about shoulder blades back and down. This helps to maintain a neutral spine and creates a more powerful brace through the core.

3. Load the movement. Progress to an RDL and try to apply the cues from above! You can do a few reps of the bench hip hinge immediately before each set until you own the movement.

We always prioritize practicing good technique and movement patterns before adding more weights.