We’ve been taught that performing shoulder presses behind the neck is bad for shoulder health, that it can cause impingement and limit shoulder mobility. The military press is instead seen performed by the vast number of gym goers. However, what if I were to tell you that the behind the neck shoulder press is actually…
If you’re anything like I was throughout the majority of my teenage years, building quality muscle seems like it is next to impossible. Simply put, a hardgainer is an underweight individual who has trouble building much muscle mass, if any at all. This is someone who usually doesn’t eat enough calories to be at maintenance…
Smolov Jr. is a three week abbreviated version of the full Smolov program that is typically applied to the squat and bench. It a a 4x per week training protocol that involves increasing intensity and sustained volume. It spans 3 weeks in total, and is most effectively utilized a few weeks prior to competition. An…
Raise your hand if at any point in time, you’ve done countless abs exercises day after day, thinking that was the key to losing stomach fat, only to notice virtually no difference after quite some time. That is an example of trying to spot reduce fat in a specific part of the body. Quite frankly,…
A low-carbohydrate diet may not be optimal for all types of workouts and athletes due to the role of carbohydrates in providing energy, especially for high-intensity and endurance activities. Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred source of fuel, and they are stored in the muscles and liver as glycogen. When you engage in physical activity, especially…
Maintaining weight loss can be challenging, but it’s crucial to adopt healthy habits that you can sustain over the long term. Here are 15 strategies to help you keep off the weight you’ve lost: 1. Set Realistic Goals Make sure your weight loss goals are achievable and sustainable. Rapid or extreme weight loss methods are…
Getting clear on your fitness goals is essential for creating a focused and effective workout plan. The problem is that many people try to follow the latest fitness fads, instead of taking the time to think about what they truly want for themselves on heir fitness journey. Here’s 12 actionable steps you can take today…
Many people fail to realize how simple it can be to burn extra calories throughout each day. While there are many different ways , this particular post discusses 6 different ways to do so to enable weight loss. 1. Perform HIIT Many people use lack of time as an excuse for not exercising…
Countless people dream every day about how they would feel and look with their ideal physique; the satisfaction in knowing they have achieved their weight loss goals and can proudly look at themselves in the mirror. However, all they do is wish. They fail to take action because deep down, they don’t truly feel…