Exercises

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 […]

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

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

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

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,

The burpee broad jump is gaining momentum in fitness circles… spearheaded by its inclusion in HYROX and CrossFit workouts. It’s a variation of the traditional burpee that includes jumping forwards, instead of on the same spot. In theory, it sounds simple enough… but in reality, it’s an incredibly challenging movement that demands a lot, both

The standing cable row is a beginner-friendly exercise primarily designed to strengthen the muscles of the back. It’s a horizontal pulling movement, which means there’s more trapezius activation compared to vertical pulling movements (like pull-ups)… and as we’ll explain, that provides some really important benefits for musculoskeletal health, as well as athletic performance. In this

Ready to add a *twist* to your workouts? Then it’s time to talk medicine ball side throws. This dynamic twisting exercise not only packs a punch when it comes to strengthening your core, but it also activates your chest, shoulders, lats and lower body. We discuss how to perform the movement properly, benefits, common mistakes

Forget *burning* calories…. kettlebell swings completely incinerate them. This exercise is an amalgamation of strength, cardio, and functionality, offering a full-body workout in a single swift movement. In this article, we’ll unpack just how many calories kettlebell swings can burn and explore the factors that affect this. Quick Summary Calories Burned During Kettlebell Swings Kettlebell

The bear squat is a great exercise to activate the lower body and core. It involves holding a bear plank (knees bent and held just off the floor) before straightening your legs to lift your glutes upwards (so you end up in a downward dog position). Although this sounds simple enough, there’s no opportunity for