If you’re in any way familiar with the nuances of nutrition then you already know the answer to “is protein powder good for you?” isn’t…
A staple of push day, training shoulders is a crucial component of any well-rounded fitness regimen. And what’s the point in having bulging biceps if…
Bench press muscles worked The bench press had become iconic, synonymous with chest day and building the upper body. It’s fun, it’s popular and it’s…
Have you ever skipped leg day? Don’t worry, everyone has at some point. Training legs is tough, but rewarding. And not for the faint-hearted. You…
Push day is a crucial component of any well-rounded fitness regimen as it targets the muscles at the front of your body. Here we look…
Deadlifts are often hailed as the king of compound movements. And for good reason. For such a simple movement, the deadlift has many benefits. It…
We all have days when we’re a little lacking in energy and may find it harder to build up the strength for a workout. There…
Here’s how to explain the differences between the three “lifting” sports. If you train with weights, you’ve probably had at least one confusing conversation with…
Tis’ the season for plenty of layers in the gym. Ready to make the most of “bulking season”? Does your training change with the seasons?…
The large majority of you reading this will know that you should warm up prior to exercise to increase flexibility, improve performance and reduce the…
Once you’ve served your apprenticeship in the gym, it’s time to look at advanced training techniques. Are supersets and dropsets right for you? When you…
Whether you are training for aesthetic, performance or health reasons the squat pattern should be part of your training programme. The squat is naturally…
In the world of elite sport, boxers can be seen as some of the fittest athletes in the world. They have an almost perfect balance…
Ankle dorsiflexion is a movement whereby the angle between the top of the foot and the shin decreases. A practical example of this would be…
When choosing or writing your own workout program, a key factor to include is selecting the correct exercises for your goals. A lot of…
The deadlift technique can be a little tricky to perfect, especially for beginners. But you’ll gradually over time be able to lift more weight. But…
Off-Season vs. Competition Season – Training differences: Track If you’re involved in a sport that has an offseason and a competition season, understanding the…
As a bigger pair of arms always seems to be the goal let’s take a quick look at training the triceps. The tricep is made…
Most people who go to the gym assume they’re stronger than average. Do you know how you really stack up? Ever been asked how much…
Most people who go to the gym assume they’re stronger than average. Do you know how you really stack up? Ever been asked how much…
Be honest – do you compare yourself to other people’s gym selfies? I think we’ve all done it. Even if you’re not comparing yourself…