Fitness
The Texas Method: The Best Way to Set New PBs in the Gym?
Many new lifters hit a wall after a little while. You might have strong early results, possibly following a beginner program like Starting Strength, but eventually the progress you see from these beginner-friendly routines slows down. The Texas Method offers a way to build on that early progress, for those who are still relative novices, with a goal of developing...
The Mind-Muscle Connection: Does It Really Work?
What if I told you that you could use your mind to lift more and get better gains in the gym? If you’ve ever watched a legit bodybuilder train, you might have noticed that they have a deliberate, almost meditative focus on every rep. This is the mind-muscle connection (MMC): the intentional focus on a specific muscle during an exercise...
Top 12 Muscular Endurance Exercises to Increase Strength & Stamina
A lot of people neglect muscular endurance when they train. As a result, these people tend to have poor functional strength compared to their size and 1-rep max. This is important because better muscular endurance and functional strength mean lower risk of injury, better performance in other athletic activities, and just feeling better and more mobile throughout the day. Anyone...
Cardio Before or After Weights? What the Science Says
Should you do cardio before or after lifting weights? It’s a debate that’s been waged in gyms, online forums, and locker rooms for decades. Some swear by warming up with a run. Others are terrified that a minute on the treadmill at the wrong time will make their gains disappear. The truth is, both sides have a point. But the...
How to Fix Muscle Imbalances: A Science-Based Guide to Restoring Strength and Preventing Injury
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AMRAP Workouts: What They Are and How They Can Transform Your Fitness
If you've spent time around CrossFit boxes or high-intensity interval training circles, you've probably heard the acronym AMRAP. Short for "As Many Rounds (or Reps) As Possible," AMRAP workouts have become a favorite for people looking to build grit, push intensity, and squeeze the most out of short sessions. But what exactly makes AMRAP workouts so effective? And are they...
HIIT Benefits for Women: Body Composition, Cardio Fitness, and More
High-intensity interval training, aka HIIT, is a style of exercise that includes short bursts of high-intensity movement followed by a brief period of rest in between. HIIT workouts have gained serious traction over the years due to their ability to burn higher amounts of calories in a shorter period compared to traditional exercise. However, HIIT workouts may provide even further...
Cluster Sets: A Game-Changer for Strength, Hypertrophy, and Performance?
Want to get more from your resistance training? You might want to try cluster sets. I know, I know. Another training method being hyped up online. But research suggests that cluster sets could provide some pretty neat benefits for your training. Interested? Let’s explain all you need to know about cluster sets, and how to integrate them into your lifting...
Slow Reps or Fast Reps: Which Is Best for Strength and Muscle Growth?
An ongoing debate related to resistance training is whether it’s better to do your reps quickly or slowly. Some say it’s better to lift explosively, maximizing force production, while there’s a strong camp of people who believe you need to do your reps in a slow and controlled fashion, maximizing time under tension (TUT). So, which side is right? The...
The Best Rhomboid Exercises For Better Posture and Performance
You’re probably neglecting your rhomboids… and it’s costing you in terms of aesthetics, strength and functional ability. These muscles might not be as famous as the lats or traps, but they play a crucial role in keeping your posture upright and your shoulders healthy. Unfortunately, most people don’t train them directly (or at least not effectively). The good news is...
Farmer's Walk: Benefits, Techniques, Variations, and Programming
Farmer strength is a real thing (just like dad strength). And what if there was a way to get “farm strong” without spending 12 hours a day doing manual labor? There is – and it’s called the Farmer’s Walk (or Farmer’s Carry). Read on and learn why this exercise is one of the most effective (and straightforward) ways to build...
The Ultimate Guide to Weight Vest Training
Want to turn up the difficulty in your workouts (and also your results)? Try working out with a weighted vest. West vest training is a great way to challenge your body further, and turn regular bodyweight exercises into extremely effective strength training workouts. Keep reading to learn all you need to know about training with a weight vest, and how...
Free Weights vs Machines: What’s Most Effective?
The debate between free weights vs weight machines has been a hot topic in the fitness community for decades. The decision of free weights or machines can be tricky because both free weights and machines target certain muscle groups and have their own set of benefits and drawbacks. While there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to strength training, both...
