There are many factors that can make or break your gym session. A warm-up is definitely one of those things. It might be tempting sometimes to save time and jump straight into doing exercises. However, 5-10 minutes spent warming up can make a big difference to how your workout goes.…
Category: <span>Weight Training</span>
When it comes to training, a lot of people think that the way they train is the best way. A while ago I overheard a personal trainer telling her client that circuit training is the ultimate type of training for general fitness. Since I always try to be open-minded about…
Just like with any aspect of fitness, there are numerous articles written on the optimal rest period times for different fitness goals. However, if your goal is to build muscle it doesn’t mean that you will exclusively train in hypertrophy range (6-12 reps) and take rest breaks best for muscle…
When it comes to achieving progressive overload there are a lot of tools you can use to challenge your body. If you’ve been training for a while and feel confident with your form and technique, you can look into using different training methods. Introducing supersets into your sessions can challenge…
When it comes to building muscle there are a lot of components at play apart from picking up and putting down the weights. If you feel like you are working hard but not seeing desired progress it might be time to have a look at the factors that influence muscle…
When we think about weight training the first thing that comes to mind is probably muscular and shredded people. In fact, the majority of people start lifting weights to change their body composition. However, the benefits of strength training go far beyond how it can make you look and everyone…
The number of reps you should do per exercise can be a somewhat confusing topic when you start researching information online. This is particularly relevant if you are new to lifting weights and simply want to put on some muscle and get a bit stronger. In this article, I’m going…
Squats are usually a staple in any lower body strength or muscle-building programme. Without a doubt, they are an excellent exercise when performed correctly. Often though, when we think about squats we automatically picture someone performing barbell back squats. However, most people don’t realise that the barbell back squat is…
When we join a gym or start exercising, footwear isn’t something of particular concern to us. However, whether you are lifting weights or doing a light resistance band workout, your feet play an important part in your body mechanics. Training barefoot would be ideal for our bodies. This can be…
When we sign up for a gym membership or undertake a new exercise routine, we are most likely hoping to achieve certain goals. However, if it feels like you are doing everything right but still not seeing results, you might be missing a crucial ingredient – progressive overload. What is…