The Hussle Blog
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,...
Cardio workouts that don’t involve the treadmill
We get it. For some people, the treadmill is like the Bounty in the gym equipment selection box. Whether it's the monotony of the movement, the annoying sound of the belt, or that funny feeling you...
Do you need to stretch before a workout?
Starting from P.E at school, we’ve always been told to stretch before exercise. Before football practice. At the start of a run. First thing in the morning. For lots of us, it has become habitual....
What is mobility and how does it support our workouts?
Often used in the same context as stretching, yoga, and warming up, mobility is the foundation of all gym workout. We believe that mobility is notoriously underrated. Because everyone needs...
