How to start lifting weights

How to start lifting weights

We don’t want to admit it but walking out onto the gym floor when you’re new to lifting can be very intimidating. Everyone seems to know what they are doing. All the machines look complicated to operate. We don’t want to make a mistake and look like...
What is plyometric training?

What is plyometric training?

Plyometric exercises have a goal of increasing your power. They involve big bursts of force for short periods of time. This type of training is pretty intense. It’s well known for its explosive and energetic nature. It’s sometimes called ‘shock training’. Enough said....
How long does it take to lose fitness?

How long does it take to lose fitness?

Sometimes, we have to take a break from exercise. Maybe there’s a mad period at work, and motivation fades. Or perhaps a global pandemic hits, and all the gyms have to close. As we all know now, anything can happen. Whatever the reason, fitness can easily get pushed...