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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...
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...
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,...
What are opposing muscle groups?
Roughly speaking, the body is arranged into opposing muscle groups. They're also often referred to as antagonistic muscle groups or antagonist pairs. Because most movements have...
5 gym challenge ideas to get you motivated
Creatures of habit is a clichéd phrase, but it’s true, especially when it comes to our fitness routines. We tend to do the same warm-ups, use the same equipment, and the same muscles. Even if we...
What are isometric exercises?
When we’re short on time and only have a quick 30 minutes in the gym, we need exercises that are simple, effective, quick, and need little equipment. Isometrics are a pretty good fit for this....
What are compound exercises?
Exercise has got to be efficient. Not many people have time to spare in the gym doing things that don’t really contribute towards their fitness goals. Usually, we’re pretty...
What is progressive overload?
Nobody begins their fitness journey being able to do loads of reps or lift very heavy weights. You need to challenge your muscles to develop them. A great way to build your strength and fitness is...
What are the major muscle groups?
Exercise is all about muscle contraction. Most forms of training we do in the gym or at home look to engage different muscle groups so we can develop strength, muscle mass,...
