My Publications

Rodriguez C and Escalante G. Practical guidelines for adequate body fat measurements. Personal Training Quarterly. June 2022. 9 (2): 10-12.  https://www.nsca.com/education/journals/personal-training-quarterly/

Escalante G and Gonzalez A. Building a balanced and symmetrical physique- Is regional hypertrophy possible? Personal Training Quarterly. March 2022. 9 (1): 6-9. https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/ptq/building-a-balanced-and-symmetrical-physique/

Escalante G, Stevenson S, Barakat C., Schoenfeld B, Aragon A. Peak week recommendations for bodybuilders: An evidence-based approach. BMC Sports Science, Medicine, and Rehabilitation Journal, 2021. 13, 68. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-021-00296-y

Calvillo A, Escalante G, Kolber M. The relationship between hip extensor strength and contralateral and ipsilateral hip flexor muscle length in healthy men and women. The Sport Journal. April 2021. https://thesportjournal.org/article/the-relationship-between-hip-extensor-strength-and-contralateral-and-ipsilateral-hip-flexor-muscle-length-in-healthy-men-and-women/

Escalante G, Fine D, Ashworth K, and Kolber M. Progressive exercise strategies to mitigate shoulder injuries among weight-training participants. Strength and Conditioning Journal. February 2021. 43(1): 72-85. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/pages/articleviewer.aspx?year=2021&issue=02000&article=00007&type=Fulltext

Schoenfeld BJ, Alto A, Grgic J, Tinsley GM, Haun CT, Campbell BI, Escalante G, Sonmez GT, Cote G, Francis A, Trexler ET. Alterations in body composition, resting metabolic rate, muscular strength, and eating behavior in response to natural bodybuilding competition preparation: A case study. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, November 2020. 34(11): 3124-3138. 71-78. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33105363/

Escalante G, Campbell B, and Norton L. The effectiveness of diet breaks and diet re-feeds as a pre-contest strategy. Strength and Conditioning Journal. October 2020. 42(5): 102-107. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/Abstract/2020/10000/Effectiveness_of_Diet_Refeeds_and_Diet_Breaks_as_a.12.aspx

Escalante, G and Barakat, C. Fasted versus nonfasted aerobic exercise on body composition: consideration for physique athletes. Strength and Conditioning Journal. October 2020. 42(5): 71-78. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/341494761_Fasted_Versus_Nonfasted_Aerobic_Exercise_on_Body_Composition_Considerations_for_Physique_Athletes

Barakat C, Pearson J, Escalante G, Campbell B, De Souza E. Body recomposition: Can trained individuals build muscle and lose fat at the same time. Strength and Conditioning Journal. October 2020. 42(5): 7-21. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/fulltext/2020/10000/body_recomposition__can_trained_individuals_build.3.aspx

Mora J, Chen Z, Escalante G. A comparison of body composition measurements in college students using three assessment devices. Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness. 2020. 9(2): 56-62. https://www.wskw.org/jkw/index.php/jkw/article/view/73

Ramirez EA, Escalante G, Chen Z. Cross-calibration of GE Lunar iDXA and Prodigy densitometer for the measurement of bone mineral density in young adults. Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness. 2020. 9(2): 38-46. https://www.wskw.org/jkw/index.php/jkw/article/view/71

Escalante G and Escalante MA. Employee or independent contractor? Guidelines for classifying workers. Personal Training Quarterly. September 2020. 7(3): 12-15. https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/ptq/employee-or-independent-contractor/

Harty PS, Stratton MT, Escalante G, Rodriguez C, Dellinger JR, Williams AD, White SJ, Smith RW, Johnson BA, Sanders M, Benavides ML, Tinsley GM. Effects of BANG Keto Coffee® on metabolism and exercise performance. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 2020. 17:45. https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-020-00374-5

Escalante G and Gentry C. Injuries among first time participants in a Costa Rican high intensity functional training facility- A Pilot Study. Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness. 2020. 9(1): 1-5. https://www.wskw.org/jkw/index.php/jkw/article/view/63

Escalante G, Alamilla R, Vogelsang E, Gentry C, Ng J. Weight discrimination among students from a diverse urban university. The Sport Journal. December 2019. https://thesportjournal.org/article/weight-discrimination-among-students-from-a-diverse-urban-university/

Escalante G, Alencar M, Haddock B, Harvey P. The effects of eight weeks of phosphatidic acid, leucine, beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate, and vitamin D3 supplementation on blood pressure, triglycerides, and total cholesterol in resistance trained males. Progress in Nutrition. 2019: 21 (2-S). https://mattioli1885journals.com/index.php/progressinnutrition/article/view/6919

Blue D, Fike G, Escalante G, Kim P, Munoz J. Simulation as a multidisciplinary team approach in healthcare programs in an urban university setting. International Journal of Social Science Studies. 2018: 6(12): 61-66. https://redfame.com/journal/index.php/ijsss/article/view/3749

Escalante G, Bryan P, Rodriguez J. Effects of a topical lotion containing aminophylline, yohimbe, L-carnitine, caffeine, and gotu kola on thigh circumference, skinfold thickness, and fat mass in sedentary females. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. 2018: 1-7. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7379994/

Escalante G and Escalante MA. Small group training to maximize results for clients and profitability. Personal Training Quarterly. 2018. 5(3): 8-11. https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/ptq/small-group-training-to-maximize-results-for-clients-and-profitability/

19. Gentry C and Escalante G. The weight room: preparing students for physical activity beyond physical education. The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. 2018. 89(6): 62-65. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/07303084.2018.1478568

Oh HK, Escalante G, Gentry C. Functional fitness for students with autism spectrum disorder. Palaestra. 2018. 32 (1):51-54. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/326881818_Teaching_Functional_Fitness_to_Students_with_Autism_Spectrum_Disorder

Escalante G, Chaney C, Stuckey SJ, Alvarez PH, and Dabbs N. The effects of Versa Gripps® on pull-ups to failure and surface electromyography during pull-ups in strength trained females. Medicina Sportiva. 2017. 13(2): 2881-2887. https://www.proquest.com/openview/7d25807e66156770e64685b48dbc72ea/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=1436345

Escalante G, Gentry C, Waryasz G, Kern B. Retrospective injury rates and injury types among Central American CrossFit® Participants. Medicina Sportiva. 2017. 13(2): 2927-2934. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322211105_Injury_patterns_and_rates_of_Costa_Rican_CrossFitR_participants-a_retrospective_study

Escalante, G. Exercise modification strategies to prevent and train around shoulder pain. Strength and Conditioning Journal. 2017. 39 (3): 74-86. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/312266298_Exercise_Modification_Strategies_to_Prevent_and_Train_Around_Shoulder_Pain

Escalante G, Alencar M, Haddock B, Harvey P. The effects of phosphatidic acid supplementation on body composition, thigh muscle mass, strength, muscular endurance, power, vertical jump, and agility in resistance trained men. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 2016. 13:24. https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-016-0135-x

Escalante, G. Nutritional considerations for female athletes. Strength and Conditioning Journal. 2016. 38 (2): 57-63. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/fulltext/2016/04000/nutritional_considerations_for_female_athletes.9.aspx

Escalante G, Chaney C, Stuckey SJ, Alvarez PH, and Dabbs N. The effects of Versa Gripps® during pull-ups on surface electromyography in strength trained males. Medicina Sportiva. 2015. 11 (3): 2601-2608. https://www.medicinasportiva.ro/SRoMS/english/Journal/No.43/effects_Versa_Gripps_pull-ups_electromyography_strength.html

Escalante, G. Are bodybuilders prone to body dysmorphia? https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/are-bodybuilders-prone-to-body-dysmorphia

Escalante, G. Heal your heels: plantar fasciitis treatment. https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/heal-your-heels-plantar-fasciitis-treatment.html

Escalante, G. Front vs rear pull downs: which is better. https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/front-vs-rear-pull-downs-which-is-better.html#:~:text=Looking%20at%20the%20evidence%2C%20the,nerve%20injuries%20is%20also%20reduced.

Escalante, G. Can pain pills kill your bodybuilding gains? https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/can-pain-pills-kill-your-bodybuilding-gains.html

Escalante, G. How Bodybuilders Can Avoid Tendon Trouble. https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/how-bodybuilders-can-avoid-tendon-trouble.html

Escalante, G. Equal Opportunity Gains. Sports Medicine Section for MuscleMag International Magazine. Fall 2014.

Escalante, G. True Blood: Interpreting Blood Results of a Physical Exam. Sports Medicine Section for MuscleMag International Magazine. July 2014.

Escalante, G. It’s All in the Wrist: Clear Up the Common Joint Pain That Can Limit Your Press. Sports Medicine Column for MuscleMag International Magazine. June 2014.

Escalante, G., Femoral Acetabular Impingement. MuscleMag International Magazine, November 2012.

Escalante, G., Hemorrhoids. Musclemag International Magazine, October 2012.

Escalante, G., The Word No Bodybuilder Wants to Hear: Herniation. MuscleMag International Magazine, September 2012.

Escalante, G., Are Squats Killing Your Knees and Back? MuscleMag International Magazine, August 2012.

Escalante, G., Could Stretching be a Waste of Time? MuscleMag International Magazine, July 2012.

Escalante, G., What is in your Blood? MuscleMag International Magazine, June 2015. 

Escalante, G., Juice Yourself Up: Naturally. MuscleMag International Magazine, April 2015.

Escalante, G., When Good Mornings Become Good Nights. MuscleMag International Magazine, March 2012.

Escalante, G., Big Bench = Big Pecs + Shoulder Pain.  MuscleMag International Magazine, February 2012.

Escalante, G., The Dirty Secret of Popping Pills for Pain. MuscleMag International Magazine, December 2011.

Escalante, G., Sidelined with a Hernia.  MuscleMag International Magazine, October 2011.

Escalante, G., Running on Nails. MuscleMag International Magazine, September 2011.

Escalante, G., Natural T Boosters. MuscleMag International Magazine, July 2011.

Escalante, G., The Big Risk of Beach-Muscle Training.  MuscleMag International Magazine, June 2011.

Escalante, G., Does Weightlifting Compress Your Spine? MuscleMag International Magazine, April 2011.

Escalante, G., Battle against the Bones. MuscleMag International Magazine, February 2011.

Escalante, G., Are your Discs at Risk? MuscleMag International Magazine, January 2011.

Escalante, G., Beach Bummed. MuscleMag International Magazine, December 2010.

Escalante, G., Sprain vs. Strain. MuscleMag International Magazine, October 2010.

Escalante, G., Supplemental Insurance. MuscleMag International Magazine, September 2010.

Escalante, G., When Triceps Pain Persists. MuscleMag International Magazine, July 2010.

Escalante, G., Burn Fat, Save Muscle. Muscle & Fitness Magazine, June 2010.

Escalante, G., Why Weight? Muscle & Fitness Magazine, May 2010.

Escalante, G., Primetime Bodybuilder. MuscleMag International Magazine, June 2010.

Escalante, G., Abdominal Strains. MuscleMag International Magazine, May 2010.

Escalante, G., Differentiating Knee Pain. MuscleMag International Magazine, April 2010.

Escalante, G., Dangers of Behind the Neck Lat Pull Downs. MuscleMag International Magazine, March 2010.

Escalante, G., Pec Strains/Tears. MuscleMag International Magazine, February 2010.

Escalante, G., The Right Spinal Curves. MuscleMag International Magazine, January 2010.

Escalante, G., Warming Up. MuscleMag International Magazine, December 2009

Escalante, G., Training Around Pain.  MuscleMag International Magazine, November 2009.

Escalante, G., Shoulder Impingement and Protection. MuscleMag International Magazine, September 2009.

Escalante, G., Disc Health. MuscleMag International Magazine, August 2009.

Escalante, G., Body Temperature and Sweating. MuscleMag International Magazine, July 2009.

Escalante, G., Do You Need a Lifting Belt? MuscleMag International Magazine, June 2009.

Escalante, G., Leg Exercise Selection and Knee Joint Health. MuscleMag International Magazine, May 2009.

Escalante, G., Stretching: The Truth. MuscleMag International Magazine, April 2009.

Escalante, G., Overtraining. MuscleMag International Magazine, March 2009.

Escalante, G., IT Band Friction Syndrome. MuscleMag International Magazine, February 2009.

Escalante, G., Topical Pain Relievers. MuscleMag International Magazine, January 2009.

Escalante, G., Heat Vs Ice. MuscleMag International Magazine, December 2008.

Escalante, G., Bench Press & Shoulder Pain. MuscleMag International Magazine, November 2008.

Escalante, G., Who Said NSAID? MuscleMag International Magazine, October 2008.

Escalante, G., Elbow Pain & Inflammation. MuscleMag International Magazine, September 2008.

Escalante, G., Back Pain Blues. MuscleMag International Magazine, August 2008.

Escalante, G., Flip Your Grip. Muscle & Fitness Magazine, September 2003.

Escalante, G., Pain, No Gain. How to Keep Tendonitis at Bay. Muscle & Fitness Magazine, June 2003.

Escalante, G., The Neutral Grip Handle. Muscle & Fitness Magazine, April 2003.

Escalante, G., The Rope Cable Attachment. Muscle & Fitness Magazine, March 2003.

Escalante, G., Clearing the Air.  Advance Magazine for Rehabilitation Directors, August 2000.