An often overlooked piece of gym equipment, the humble weight bench is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment that you can own. Plus, they’re usually pretty cheap, which means that they make the perfect choice for outfitting your home gym on a budget. But once you have a weight bench, what the heck …
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Exercise is good for you. You should do it every day, at least 150 minutes per week, so on, so forth, yada yada. But TV is also good for you. Okay, so it’s not good for you, but many of us enjoy it and like to get in some TV time throughout the week. The …
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Bodyweight chest exercises are challenging and tough but exceptionally rewarding. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced fitness guru, bodyweight chest workouts have their advantages without needing a gym. Read on to find out more about chest exercises using your body weight, things to consider, and which exercises to do. Things to Consider Before Doing …
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With several different styles on the market, finding the right shoe to match your needs can prove to be a difficult task. Most people might think it is acceptable to use a standard running shoe for all types of athletic situations, but this may not be the wisest decision. Instead, cross-training shoes—which are often mistaken …
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Growing up, my family always had a membership to the local YMCA during the summer months. And I loved it because it meant that I could go swimming whenever I wanted. My mom loved it cause she used their gym equipment, and my brother loved playing basketball there. As I got older, having a pool …
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If you’re looking to add some strength training to your fitness routine, then you may be weighing the pros and cons of both weight lifting and rock climbing. Well, if you’re still not sure which is the better option for you, then let us try to help you out. Below we’ll take a deeper look …
If you’re looking for a great exercise that you can do at home without needing any gear, then air squats are the perfect solution. Air squats are just doing squats without weights in your hands, which means you get all the benefits of squats without needing gym equipment. The great thing about air squats is …
If you’re looking for a good way to stay fit and healthy, but want to make the most of your exercise time, then you might be wondering whether you should do some HIIT training or CrossFit. Or, is there really any difference between these two popular workout options? Feeling the time crunch of limited workout …
Whether you’re starting a workout routine for the first time since coming out of home lockdown, or just getting back into the swing of things now that summer is here, you should take some precautions to stay safe and healthy. No matter what’s going on in the world, it’s a good idea to keep safety …
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A bench press uses the entire upper body, building strength and muscle in the chest, back, shoulders and arms. When performed properly, it also engages the lower back, glutes, and legs, adding power and stability to the lift. Even though a bench press engages all of your muscles, though, it’s not a true full-body lift, …
Your ability to bench press is a good measure of your total upper body strength, so if your stalling on the bench you’re probably stalling on your gains. Everybody, dependent on sex, size, and age, has an average amount they can likely bench without training. Everything after that takes dedicated effort. If you are dissatisfied …
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From bad weather to self-isolation, one thing is certain – being stuck indoors doesn’t mean you can’t stay active. In fact, there are tons of things you can do in place of hitting the gym or cycling through the park. We reached out to some activity experts to get their thoughts on the #1 thing …
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If you want to do some balance and stability training, then you might be looking at your options unsure of which is best for your needs. Luckily for you, I actually own all three – a balance board, a wobble board, and a bosu ball – and can tell you how they differ. These are …
