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Benefits of a Smith Machine + 6 Exercises for Full Body Workout
What is a Smith Machine? A Smith machine is a piece of equipment that consists of a barbell that is fixed to vertical steel rails, allowing for vertical movement only. The barbell can be locked at different heights by engaging...
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Our Top 5 Reasons to have a Home Gym
Working out is an important aspect of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. While public gyms offer a wide range of equipment and classes, they are not always convenient or affordable for everyone. Investing in a home gym can be a smart and practical decision for those who prioritise their physical health and fitness.
In this article, we will discuss our top 5 benefits of having a home gym, from cost savings to customisation and control over your workout environment. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced fitness enthusiast, a home gym offers the perfect solution for all your workout needs.
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How to Maintain your Home Gym
A home gym is a great investment for those who want to stay fit and healthy without the hassle and expense of a traditional gym membership. However, like any investment, a home gym requires regular maintenance to keep it in good working order. In this article, we will discuss the key steps you need to take to keep your home gym in top condition, so you can continue to enjoy your workouts without interruption. We will cover the main causes of damage to home gyms and how to maintain your home gym to ensure you get the most out of your investment. So, whether you are new to the world of home gyms or a seasoned pro, read on to learn how to keep your gym in tip-top shape.
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Which Weight Plates Should I Buy?
The invention of weight plates revolutionized bodybuilding and the world of athletics by making it easier for people to vary the resistance of their workouts and target specific muscle groups. Fast forward to today, we have an abundance of choice and there is a variety of weight plates to choose from and the question is: which plate is right for you?
When purchasing weight plates for your gym, there are several things you should consider:
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The Multi-Function Trainer – A Complete Gym in One Rack
The Multi-Function Trainer is designed for any level of lifters looking to bring all aspects of the gym to the comfort of their own homes. It is a perfect all in one solution in a compact form factor, packed with features and accessories to elevate your training. Follow along below as we give you a little insight into our new, upgraded Multi-Function Trainer.
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The EZ Curl Barbell - What is it and why use it?
An EZ curl bar is a type of barbell with a curved shape that allows for a more comfortable and natural grip when performing bicep curls. This can help reduce strain on the wrists and forearms, making the exercise more comfortable to perform. Additionally, the angled grip of the EZ curl bar can help target the bicep muscles more effectively, allowing for better muscle development.
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The Importance Of Gym Flooring
Flooring is an essential to building your gym, whether in a spare room, a garage, or even a designated gym building. There are plenty of factors you want to consider when thinking about which flooring is best suited for your gym, such as how safe the flooring is and how well it will protect your equipment from impact damage.
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5 Things You Can Do With A Dip Station
Bull horn dip attachments are often associated with the conventional triceps dip. A large reason for this is because bull horn attachments are most commonly referred to as dip bars, but they don’t have to be limited to this image! Here we go through our top 5 Dip Station Exercises
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What Squat Rack Should I Buy?
Today we're helping to answer key questions which you may have in buying a squat rack for the first time. Given how many options there are in the market you may have
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Benefits of a Squat Rack
Is it time to take the plunge and invest in a squat rack for your home gym? In this article we take a detailed look at which type of lifting is best suited to a squat rack, how it could be benefit your training regime and help you achieve your goals.
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Once you’ve decided a squat rack is for you, we’ll help you explore the options of which rack is right for you.
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How to Get the Most from Limited Gym Equipment
You may be just starting your home gym journey, or maybe you're on a limited budget, and your garage gym is sparser than you might want it to be. Here we discuss how to get the most out of a limited budget or limited space for home gym equipment.
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How do I start training & form a habit to maintain my gym routine?
Getting motivated to start training can be hard enough but maintaining that motivation and developing a gym routine once the novelty wears off can be harder still. How to start training Motivation can get us started but motivation runs out...
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MuscleSquad Home Gym Equipment Phases Explained
What do the MuscleSquad Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 designations mean? Which ones should you be buying & what do you get for your money?
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Yoga Mats: Necessary for a Home Gym?
Yoga mats. A simple yet effective addition to your home gym. They can be used for much more than just yoga, here are all the reasons you should get one.
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Set Up A Home Gym In Your Bedroom
At MuscleSquad we want to help, encourage and facilitate you to workout wherever you are and whatever space you have. Today we look at how to build your home gym in you bedroom.
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What Weight Dumbbells should I Buy to Start my Home Gym?
Buying your first set of dumbbells can be confusing, and it's hard to know what weight you need to workout with. This guide will have you clued up on everything you need to know when buying dumbbells.
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Build a Home Gym on a Budget
Want to work out from home but don't want to fork out for an expensive and space-consuming set up? Get the low down of setting up that home gym at home without remortgaging the house.
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Do I need a Power Rack in my Home Gym?
Do you need a power rack? Here's everything you need to know.
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Set Up A Home Gym In Your Garage
Clean out your dusty, cluttered garage and put that disused space to use. Here's how to set up a gym in your garage.
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Set Up A Home Gym In Your Living Room
Whether it be for the convenience of getting in a quick 30-minute workout or just enjoying the comfort of your own home while working up a sweat, there’s a vast array of benefits to having your own living room gym. We explore some of the best ways to create your home gym.
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Choosing Weight Plates for your Home Gym: What to Consider From Our Fitness Experts
Choosing weight plates and unsure of their relative merits? We ask our Fitness Experts which olympic weight plates they prefer and why.
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