The most common injuries for those lifting weights
When you bear in mind the excessive stress that lifting weights places on all areas of your body, there is to a certain degree acceptable “pain” (not quite the no pain no g…
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Five simple but effective strength training strategies to garner maximum results
Are you failing to get the strength training results you are looking for? If so, you could be trying too hard and it’s time to go ‘back to basics’. From keeping a training l…
Read moreIntense Training: Four training exercises to lose body fat
For many people the initial goal is to reduce their body fat with particular emphasis on belly fat. There are some exercises which will improve your fitness in the long t…
Read moreSix weightlifting myths
There are a number of myths with regards to weightlifting which have emerged over the years. A number of these myths have been challenged in recent times in order to impr…
Read moreRipping your body, diet and exercise
Those bodybuilders who participate in professional competitions will be well aware of the ripping process which is very challenging both mentally and physically. T…
Read moreMuscle memory, brain power and long-term fitness
The subject of muscle memory is something which crops up on a regular basis and while often seen as some kind of myth, the details would suggest otherwise. Before we look …
Read moreHow do steroids help build muscle mass?
Those with an interest in improving their muscle mass and muscle definition will at some point have looked into the subject of steroids. While many people will be aghas…
Read moreUsing your metabolism to help weight loss
In simple terms your metabolism determines the amount of energy (otherwise known as calories) required for your body to operate efficiently each day. The metabolic r…
Read moreCommon mistakes when working out in the gym
There is no doubt that any exercise will help to improve your overall health and fitness but unfortunately many people make the same mistakes over and over again when wo…
Read morePost Workout Thigh Pain: Prevention and Management
Did you know that regardless of your fitness level, you can still feel sore a day or two after working out? This is especially true if you started a new activity or you exer…
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