Feel like your back workouts are going nowhere? Time to discover the world of sandbag exercises… a less-trodden but power-packed path to functional strength. From deadlifts to snatches, we’re unbagging the best moves to elevate your workout game. We’ve also included an example sandbag back workout to help you get started. Sandbag Back Workout Exercise […]
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Looking for a stronger, more functional core? Beyond the aesthetic allure of a chiseled midsection, your obliques play a pivotal role in daily activities, from picking up groceries to dancing the night away. Dive into this guide on oblique crunches and unlock both the visual and practical benefits of a robust core. We’ll unravel the
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Choosing the right swimming stroke has a huge impact on your overall experience in the water. From burning calories, to strengthening specific muscles, different strokes bring with them unique benefits. In the splashy showdown between breaststroke vs freestyle (front crawl), we’re diving into every detail, including the muscles each stroke works, their unique benefits, calorie
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Ever wondered how long you should *actually* hold a yoga pose? Ultimately, it depends on a few key factors, such as type of yoga and current fitness level. Whether you’re dancing through a quick Vinyasa or sinking into a contemplative Yin, this guide will help you hold each pose just right, turning your yoga practice
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Suspension trainers, like the TRX System, can provide a whole host of benefits for bodyweight training. They are relatively affordable compared to other equipment, easy to transport, easy to use, and can help make your bodyweight workouts more dynamic and fun. This TRX workout only requires 15 minutes and targets the whole body. If you’re
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Pull ups… the Mount Everest of gym exercises. We’ve all been there, hanging like a fish on a line, wondering why on earth we can’t hoist ourselves up. It’s not just about raw power… it’s a cocktail of technique, strength, and understanding your body. If you’re wondering why you just can’t seem to get your
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Ever seen a group of individuals pacing briskly in the park, their arms swinging with poles that make them appear like eager mountaineers lost in the city? That’s Nordic walking… a remarkable fusion of traditional walking and cross-country skiing… minus the snow. Originating from the chilly landscapes of Finland, this fitness trend has rapidly blazed
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Tired of fishing around for the perfect exercise? Cast your net on pike push ups. Whether the aim is to one day impress others with an enviable perfect hand-stand, or more modestly to improve the strength and endurance of the muscles needed for everyday functional movements… it’s time to talk pike push ups. This demanding
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The soleus push up looks a lot like a seated calf raise, but the benefits touted and real-world impact could potentially go far beyond that. The exercise shot to fame after a recent study (discussed below) showed it has the ability to help the body regulate glucose and improve the metabolization of fat… i.e. it
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You’ve probably heard the whispers in the gym, caught sight of them in action, or maybe you’re here to discover what this brutally tough exercise is all about. From engaging muscles you didn’t know you had to burning calories like a bonfire, burpee pull ups are unapologetically honest when it comes to testing your strength,
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