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Supersets: what they are and how to use them
What are supersets? Supersets are when you do two back-to-back exercises with little to no rest. It’s a technique that is ideal for saving time in the gym, allowing you to get more work done in a shorter session. In...
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Pronated, supinated or neutral grip — their role in weightlifting
Neutral grip, supinated grip and…what? Getting your head around different weightlifting grips can be tricky, but we’re here to smooth things all out and get you into that next session feeling confident and ready to train. First things first though,...
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Four reasons why you should vary your workouts
When it comes to building muscle, it’s easy to fall into the trap of never changing your routine. You train arms on certain days, legs on others and you have a fixed set of exercises for each muscle group. Sounds...
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Free Weights vs Cables - Which is best for Resistance Training?
One common question that tends to divide many people is “Which is better for resistance training, free weights (like barbells and dumbbells), or cables? To answer that lets dig into the pros and cons of each to see which option works best for you!
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5 ways to break through weight-training plateaus
Progression in any pursuit is never linear, at the start of the journey you may see progress with every session and constant improvement, which provides you with the rewarding feeling keeping you coming back week after week. There will always come the point where that rapid progression halts and you reach your first plateau. This is the point that separates the wheat from the chaff, majority of people will hit this first wall, get discouraged and give up. On the other hand, those who persevere and push through this stage are the ones who will achieve their goals and attain mastery in their given pursuit. In this article, we will discuss how YOU can overcome training plateaus and provide 5 strategies you can implement to get you back on track and progressing once again!
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Weightlifting DOMS: what is it and what should we do about it?
Has your January gym resolution left you feeling sore? It’s time to talk about DOMS – and what you can do to feel better faster.
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How strength training can relieve stress
You've probably heard 100 or more reasons why strength training can be physically beneficial to you, but have you ever considered the benefits of strength training for your mental health and stress levels?
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Weightlifting: How To Squat With Dumbbells
If you've got a basic home gym set up, or a few dumbbells lying around, good news. You can get an intense leg workout in and build those tree trunks you've always wanted.
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