Q&A

From Nick's contribution to the men's magazine FHM: Question:   Sometimes I get a frozen muscles feeling at the back of my head when I’m working at my desk, especially after I’ve exercised that day. What’s wrong with me? Answer:  This is more common than you’d imagine.  There is nothing wrong with you per se, as what you describe are the typica...

From Nick Mitchell's monthly Q&A column in Raw Grip magazine.   Raw Grip: A question from a Raw Grip forum member...I'm 5'10" and about 300 lbs and I want to improve my flexibility. I don't want to sacrifice my size and strength for flexibility, what should I do? Nick Mitchell: Why would you think that your size or strength would be impaired by improving your flexibility? In my...

 Question:   Nick, when I run long distances, my calves always get cramp, meaning I can’t run for a week after that. How come and what am I doing wrong? Should I just sack off running altogether?  Help please as my own personal trainer seems very confused! Answer: Don’t be silly, unless you have a pre existing injury that is forcing you to run incorrectly (t...

With Nick Mitchell QUESTION:  'I go to the gym and do 3 weights sessions a week.  I'm trying to put on a bit of muscle, but am unsure how to structure my sessions. Should I work each muscle group in every session (one exercise per muscle group),or should I divide it up, for example work half the muscle groups intensely in alternate sessions.  While I prefer to work less groups i...