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Can you really get stronger and bigger with just a pair of dumbbells? The answer is yes. Here's a complete full-body dumbbell workout for you to do at home.

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Lauren has been a Personal Trainer since 2017. She discovered her passion for fitness whilst at the University of Michigan, realising how much people's bodies are capable of after being pushed as an athlete herself. Read about her experiences, tips and advice here at MuscleSquad

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Whether you’re outfitting a home gym or a commercial gym, a rack setup is bound to be at the top of your priority list. It allows you to tap into the key compound movements: squat, bench and deadlift, and—with the...

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Drink Water    Staying hydrated during the festive season can be a challenge, especially with the abundance of tempting drinks. However, prioritising water intake is crucial for maintaining good health and avoiding dehydration.   Kickstart your day with a glass of water...

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Carl has worked out from home for his entire life. With almost 20 years of home workouts, Carl was able to save up money that he would've spent on a gym membership, and use it to build a top-tier home gym.

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Do you ever think about the things that you can do outside of your actual strength training that will benefit your progress and gains?

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The shoulders are probably known as the main culprit when it comes to poor posture. Hours of being sat at a desk staring at screen all day tends to put us in a weird hunched over position, rounding our shoulders and potentially leading to back and neck pain. Couple that with loads of pressing motions in the gym and you may find that your shoulders are causing you a little bit of discomfort.

Many of the smaller muscles in the upper back are often overlooked in our training, as we tend to prioritise the larger muscles like the lats for example. However, by focusing on strengthening and stabilising the smaller muscles of the rotator cuff and upper/mid back, you can not only correct your posture but keep your shoulders healthy when it comes to moving weight in the gym. Here are a few simple exercises you can do with resistance bands and a kettlebell for either rehabilitation or simply warming up before your pressing.

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Maintaining a home gym is a crucial but sometimes overlooked part of the process. When you’ve spent thousands of pounds on equipment, the last thing you want is the materials wearing out sooner than they should. The way to avoid...

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While it’s important to train every muscle group equally, workouts that hit the arms have a special feeling to them. Whether it’s the pump you get after the session, the simplicity of some of the movements or just how creative...

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By its name, you may have guessed that this versatile rack can hit all major muscle groups through multiple exercises. There really are so many options of how you can use the Multi-Functional Trainer that we’ve put together an exercise guide to give you some workout ideas for your next session.

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