When it comes to strength training, one of the most effective ways to challenge your muscles and maximize growth is through variable resistance training (VRT). This unique training method involves manipulating the resistance experienced by the muscles throughout an exercise’s…
Embarking on a weight training journey can be an exciting and rewarding experience, yet daunting prospect for beginners. To ensure a solid foundation for success, it’s essential to follow a few golden rules that will help beginners maximize their results while…
In the realm of strength training and functional fitness, the humble sandbag often takes a backseat to more conventional gym equipment. However, beneath its unassuming exterior lies a powerhouse of benefits waiting to be unearthed. Beyond its capacity for building…
When it comes to strength training, we often focus on lifting heavy weights and building muscle. However, there’s a crucial element that is sometimes overlooked but plays a vital role in optimizing our strength gains: mobility. Integrating mobility exercises into your…
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find the time and energy to prioritize our health and fitness. Between work, family obligations, and the endless demands of daily life, it’s easy for our health and wellness to take a…
If you’re looking to improve your strength and fitness, you may have come across the terms “strength training” and “functional strength training.” While both approaches involve resistance training to build muscle strength, they differ in their focus, methods, and outcomes.…
Self training is one of the best ways to start getting fit. What seems easy or straightforward, self training has its own share of areas to watch out for. Here I share what mistakes I made and what I did…
Deadlifts are quickly becoming popular for their efficiency in practical strength building and the speed with which most deadlifters can increase muscle mass and enhance functional strength. But warming up is an area many weight lifters still don’t fully grasp. …
Grip and grip strength is a hidden secret of the training community. It’s the underlying success-driver behind some of the world’s top weight lifters. Improving grip strength and enhancing the structural tendons in your fingers and hands can take your…
Hi Pedalist, can strength training help with weight loss, and if so, how does it work? – Fat Gym Guy Dear Fat Gym Guy, Yes, strength training can help you lose weight. As you lift weights, the muscle fibers break down.…
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