Devin Sharp Fitness

07/24/2026

If you're hitting the gym in Carlsbad and the scale still isn't moving, you're not alone. Plenty of people put in the effort and still feel stuck. The good news is there's almost always a clear reason behind it, and once you find it, progress usually follows fast.

Not losing weight despite working out? Discover the real reasons fat loss stalls and what to fix to start seeing progress again.

07/09/2026

Most people think of the Bulgarian split squat as just a great unilateral exercise for the front leg... but there is a little known technique that we can use to build some great muscle in the quads. 👇

Your **back leg** is actually in one of the most lengthened positions your quad will experience during training—a position that's difficult to target with most exercises. Most quad movements primarily load the muscle in the **shortened or mid-range**, leaving that lengthened range undertrained.

To emphasize that stretch and get even more out of the exercise:
✅ Use a slightly lower box.
✅ Support your back foot on the **ball of your foot** instead of the top of your foot.
✅ Shift a little more of your weight into the back leg to really challenge the quad in that deep lengthened position.

⚠️ One important note: When we load muscles in their most lengthened position, we also increase the torque placed on the joints. If this variation is new to you, **drop the weight and use a shorter box** until you feel comfortable with the movement. Build the load gradually as your mobility, strength, and control improve.

Done correctly, this variation is an incredible way to add quality quad volume, attack a range of motion that's often neglected, and build more muscle over time.

👇 What movement would you like me to break down next? Comment below, and I might feature it in my next reel!

07/09/2026

Most people think of the Bulgarian split squat as just a great unilateral exercise for the front leg... but there is a little known technique that we can use to build some great muscle in the quads. 👇

Your **back leg** is actually in one of the most lengthened positions your quad will experience during training—a position that's difficult to target with most exercises. Most quad movements primarily load the muscle in the **shortened or mid-range**, leaving that lengthened range undertrained.

To emphasize that stretch and get even more out of the exercise:
✅ Use a slightly lower box.
✅ Support your back foot on the **ball of your foot** instead of the top of your foot.
✅ Shift a little more of your weight into the back leg to really challenge the quad in that deep lengthened position.

⚠️ One important note: When we load muscles in their most lengthened position, we also increase the torque placed on the joints. If this variation is new to you, **drop the weight and use a shorter box** until you feel comfortable with the movement. Build the load gradually as your mobility, strength, and control improve.

Done correctly, this variation is an incredible way to add quality quad volume, attack a range of motion that's often neglected, and build more muscle over time.

👇 What movement would you like me to break down next? Comment below, and I might feature it in my next reel!


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07/08/2026

Building glutes takes more than just throwing in random exercises and hoping for the best.

I like to take a **three-dimensional approach** to training muscles—and glutes are a perfect example.

What does that mean?

It means training the muscle through its different functional ranges:
➡️ **Shortened range**
➡️ **Midrange**
➡️ **Lengthened range**

Each range creates a different stimulus, and if you only train one or two of them, you’re leaving progress on the table.

When you intentionally program all three, you create a more complete training stimulus, which means:
✅ Better muscle development
✅ Better strength carryover
✅ Better movement quality
✅ Better long-term progress

Train with purpose, not randomness.

If you want coaching and a program built around your goals, hit the link in my bio and let’s get to work 💪

07/08/2026

The dumbbell row isn’t just an up-and-down movement.

A lot of people do rows with one knee on a bench, but the reality is the row follows more of an **arched path** as you pull through the elbow.

That’s why I like this setup:

Bent over. Split stance. One hand pressing into something solid.

Why?

Because creating that **counterforce** with the opposite hand makes you more stable, which means:
✅ Better balance
✅ More force output
✅ More load moved
✅ Better targeting of the back muscles

More stability = more opportunity to overload the muscles you’re actually trying to train.

Sometimes small setup changes make a huge difference in how effective an exercise is.

What exercise do you want me to break down next? Drop it in the comments 👇

07/07/2026

I’ll be honest… I hate core work. 😅

It’s usually not the most exciting part of training, and it’s definitely not the part most people look forward to.

But that doesn’t make it any less important.

A strong core does a lot more than help you “get abs.” It plays a huge role in **lumbar support, spinal stability, and proper movement mechanics**.

Whether you’re squatting, deadlifting, running, or just living life, your core is helping transfer force and keep you moving efficiently.

Skipping core work because it’s boring can leave weak links in your movement and increase your risk of injury.

It might not be fun… but it’s necessary.

What’s your least favorite core exercise? Drop it in the comments 👇

07/03/2026

When it comes to building muscle, I’ll usually choose **stable exercises** first.

Why? Because stability lets you produce more force, use more load, and create better mechanical tension—which is one of the biggest drivers of muscle growth.

That means more progress, faster.

But that doesn’t mean unstable training has no place.

Unstable positions can be incredibly valuable for improving joint integrity, coordination, proprioception, and injury prevention. They challenge your body in ways stable lifts can’t.

The key is understanding the goal:
➡️ Want to build muscle? Prioritize stability.
➡️ Want healthier joints and better resilience? Program instability too.

It’s not one or the other—it’s knowing when to use each.

What’s your favorite stability exercise? Drop it in the comments 👇

07/02/2026

Every single one of my clients squats and deadlifts.

Why? Because they work.

Are they hard? Absolutely.
Are they technical? Yes.
Can they be challenging to coach? 100%.

That’s exactly why a lot of trainers avoid them.

But avoiding hard things usually means missing out on the biggest rewards.

Squats and deadlifts are some of the best movements for building real strength, muscle, resilience, and confidence. They teach you how to move well, create force, and build a body that’s capable both inside and outside the gym.

I’ve had plenty of clients come in with back pain or knee pain who, through proper technique and progressive loading, got strong at these lifts and are now moving pain-free.

The goal isn’t to avoid the challenge.
The goal is to master it.

If you want coaching to improve your squat and deadlift, check out the link in my bio or head to devinsharpfit.com 💪

07/01/2026

Your adductors do a lot more than just “pull your legs together.”
They’re key stabilizers in walking, running, cutting, squatting, and changing direction—basically a huge part of how you move every day.
That’s why training them like stabilizers matters.
One of my favorite ways to do that? Copenhagen planks.
They’re brutal. They suck. They’ll humble you fast. But the payoff is worth it.
Stronger adductors can mean better stability, better force production, and a lower risk of groin strains or lower body imbalances.
Don’t skip the muscles that keep you strong and stable. Train them with intention. 💪
What’s an exercise you want me to break down or talk about in another video? Drop it in the comments 👇

06/18/2026

Most people assume metabolism is something you're born with. Either you have a fast one or you don't. But that's not how it works. Your metabolism responds to what you do with your body — and one of the most powerful levers you have is building muscle. Here's a simple breakdown of why muscle changes the equation, and what that means for fat loss in San Marcos.

Learn how to increase metabolism naturally by building muscle and improving energy use. A simple breakdown of metabolism and fat loss that actually makes sense.