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Dumbbell Power Clean – How to Perform, Muscles Worked and Benefits

A pair of dumbbells gives you the opportunity to follow along to a whole host of effective strength and conditioning exercises and movements. It may be one of the simplest bits of exercise and personal training equipment, yet undoubtedly, it is still one of our favourites here at fitness drum. One of these hundreds of […]

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Straight Leg Toe Touch Crunches Exercise – How to Perform, Benefits and Variations

Having strong core muscles and toned abs has more than just aesthetic appeal… it also brings with it a whole host of benefits, such as improved stability, posture, mobility, and strength. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an Olympic athlete, dedicating some time to abdominal exercises is undoubtedly a good idea when it

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Lizard Yoga Pose (Utthan Pristhasana) – How to Perform, Muscles Worked and Benefits

If you’ve got tight hips or hamstrings, then it’s time to find your inner reptile and embrace the wonderful world of the lizard yoga pose. This stretch helps improve hip mobility and all-round flexibility in the lower body. It also helps support functional strength in your core and upper body too. Simply put, this is

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Fire Hydrant Exercise – How to Perform, Muscles Worked and Benefits

Fire hydrants are a form of bodyweight exercises that primarily work the gluteus maximus (the butt muscles). They are called “fire hydrants” because the exercise resembles a dog urinating on a fire hydrant, lifting its back leg from a “quadrilateral” position. This seemingly simple exercise is a staple for strengthening and toning the glutes. Weak

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Functional Fitness Training – 15 Exercises for Better Workouts

Functional fitness training has gained immense popularity in recent years… and for good reason too! It describes exercises and workouts that replicate real-life movements. This means your efforts during a workout are rewarded and felt in daily tasks and activities. From walking to the dog, to going to the shops, to doing a spot of

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Balance Pad Exercises That Will Work Wonders For Your Stability and Body Control

Balance pads are a fantastic piece of exercise equipment to help improve stability, body control and overall balance. These “pads” are usually made from foam and create instability when you stand/press on them, consequently forcing your muscles to adjust and adapt. Balance pads provide the setting for a whole host of exercises, including lower body

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