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Ask almost any fitness expert to name the best leg exercise, and they’ll probably say squats. This makes a lot of sense, given how effective squats…
High-Intensity Interval Training, known as HIIT for short, is a very popular workout. There are numerous ways to do HIIT, from bodyweight circuits to Tabatas to…
The treadmill is one of the most dreaded machines in the gym. The constant whir of the machine’s belt can sap the energy of the most…
I am something of an exercise traditionalist. I don’t go in for fad workouts and new-fangled diets. Instead, I prefer time-honored, proven methods for getting fit,…
Fasted cardio in the morning burns more fat during the workout, but it doesn’t lead to more fat loss over weeks. When calories are matched, people…
Per experts, working out with a partner can offer accountability, motivation, and spotter support, but exercising alone allows for flexibility and focus. Ultimately, whether it’s better…
People often assume that fitness professionals are always motivated to exercise and find staying in shape easy. However, as a personal trainer with over 30 years…
I’ve been a personal trainer for more than three decades. During my time in the fitness industry, I’ve heard every conceivable reason for not exercising regularly.…
Walking is probably the most common fitness activity in the world. Certainly, it’s the most popular in the United States (1). There are several reasons for…
As a veteran personal trainer with a professional interest in nutrition, I often have to remind my clients that “you are what you eat.” That’s because…
Did you know that stretching is not only for post-workout recovery? It can also be used to prepare your mind and body for the best night’s…
Running is one of the most accessible cardio workouts around. It’s good for your heart, lungs, and circulatory system and also strengthens and tones your legs.…
Stretching is arguably the most underrepresented component of fitness. In my experience as a 30-year veteran personal trainer, most exercisers are more than happy to put…
Conventional deadlifts are one of the most effective barbell exercises around. Despite their relative simplicity, deadlifts work your entire posterior chain and build functional muscle mass…
Exercisers often categorize themselves as lifting or cardio fans. In fact, go to any gym, and you’ll usually see a clear separation between these two types…
Weight training is a popular form of exercise. There are many different types of weight training, including powerlifting, bodybuilding, calisthenics, and circuit weight training. While the…
If you are searching for a new fitness routine but also want to challenge yourself with a combat-based training program, look no further than kickboxing. Kickboxing…
Social media is overflowing with fitness influencers talking about functional training and its benefits, urging you to incorporate these movements into your workout schedule. And quite…
The barbell bench press is arguably the most popular weight training exercise on the planet, and almost everyone who works out does bench presses. Get two…
