What are opposing muscle groups?

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 two phases to them, opposing muscle groups work together to...
5 gym challenge ideas to get you motivated

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 change it up on different days, our workout week still looks a bit samey...
What are isometric exercises?

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. Everyone from astronauts to new mothers can benefit from isometric...
What are compound exercises?

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 short on time. We might only have room in our routine for a couple of...