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Setting up a home gym can be a daunting prospect. Your space and budget are probably limited, so you must carefully consider your equipment choices. After…
After your workout, you may be tempted to collapse in a heap, head off to the showers, and then enjoy a well-earned protein shake. But before…
Your average stride length in running depends on your pace more than your height. A step runs from one foot landing to the other foot landing,…
Whether you work out at home, are traveling, or just need a break from lifting weights, resistance bands are a great option. You can replicate most…
Forget the barbells and dumbbells; shoulder salvation might just lie in the hands of two unassuming wooden cylinders called Indian clubs. These age-old tools are far…
The importance of stretching can’t be overstated. Keeping your body mobile, flexible, and injury-free trumps any hack for building muscle or getting stronger. The clinical commentary…
I have a confession to make – I don’t enjoy abs training. I find it tedious and unrewarding. While I always include core exercises in my…
I started lifting weights to get tough and brawny like Mike Tyson. My earliest memory of Tyson is watching a video of him performing neck bridges.…
I’ve been working out for a long time, primarily following traditional bodybuilding programming. Now, in my 50s, my fitness goals have evolved beyond aesthetics as I…
Kickboxing, a combat sport, has been surging in popularity. It has lately become a frequent topic of conversation with my clients. After all, kickboxing is a…
I’m a veteran personal trainer, and part of my job is to help people make fitness a part of their daily lives. After all, while any…
Running is one of the most popular fitness activities. People run for a host of reasons, from weight management to general fitness to competition. Studies also…
Love them or hate them, leg workouts are non-negotiable for a well-rounded physique. A chiseled upper body is impressive, but without strong, developed legs, your physique…
Let’s be honest: Back fat poking through a t-shirt isn’t aesthetically pleasing, and calling it ‘love handles’ doesn’t make it any more endearing. Back fat, aka…
Kickboxing is primarily an aerobic exercise that enhances cardiovascular health by burning calories efficiently. It significantly boosts muscle mass while reducing fat. A 155-pound individual burns…
If you are trying to lose weight and have done a preliminary search online, you have probably encountered the benefits of fasted cardio. According to a…
Based on research carried out after the installation of cycle lanes in St. Petersburg, Florida, the average bike riding speed of recreational riders is between 10…
Strength training is good for everybody’s body. Regardless of your fitness goals, lifting weights will help you achieve them faster. Strength training is also good for…
I’ve been a personal trainer for more than 30 years. But, before working with clients 1-on-1, I was a group exercise instructor specializing in circuit training.…
