Corey Shader

 Originally published in The Ritz Herald . L et’s face it—life gets hectic. Between work, family, and everything in between, making time to work out can feel like a luxury. According to   Portland-based fitness coach Corey Shader , lasting results don’t require lengthy workouts— it’s all about making the most of your time. With four years of experience training busy professionals, students, and older adults alike, Shader has built a reputation for designing efficient and effective workouts. Corey’s method? Don’t overcomplicate it—just be consistent and stick to what works. Quality Over Quantity Many people assume effective workouts must be long, but Corey Shader disagrees. “With the right focus, 20–30 minutes is all you need.” If you can’t work out more than two to three times a week, consider doing full-body sessions that hit all the major movement patterns. Compound exercises like squats, lunges, push-ups, and rows work multiple muscle groups simultaneously. “It’s not about ...

Originally published in Brainz Magazine .   Tired of fitness advice that feels like hype? Portland-based Strength & Conditioning Coach Corey Shader cuts through the noise with straight-talking, practical insights that actually make sense. Instead of chasing trends or quick fixes, Corey focuses on the stuff that truly works—like movement quality, consistency, and long-term strength. We caught up with him to talk about training smarter, why starting small is underrated, and how his new platform aims to make fitness feel more human. Here’s what he had to say: Q: You often talk about “training for life, not just the gym.” What does that look like in practice, especially for someone just starting out? Corey Shader : For me, it means your training should serve you outside of the gym. If you’re a parent, that might mean having the energy to play with your kids. If you work a desk job, maybe it’s about moving better and having fewer aches at the end of the day. For beginners, I always...