If you’ve ever seen a bodybuilding competition you must have noticed that all the competitors are sporting a deep tan (male and female competitors alike). Bodybuilders sometimes refer to this fake tan as ‘competition color’. But why do bodybuilders tan? Bodybuilders tan for a number of reasons, primarily: To make muscles look more defined, help …
If you’re taking creatine to support your gym workouts, you may be wondering if you should take creatine on rest days. The short answer is: Yes. Taking creatine on rest days will help maintain the level of creatine in your body to more effectively boost your next resistance or high intensity workout. Taking creatine before …
What is ottermode?! Ottermode is the description of a lean yet muscular physique, often portrayed by competitive swimmers. It originates from the suggestion that this physique type in competitive swimmers helps reduce drag, similar to how an otter’s physique reduces drag. Attributes of an Ottermode Physique The ottermode physique typically includes broad shoulders, a slim …
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When it comes to the best muscle building supplements on the market, you can bet that I know the facts inside and out. I spent nearly $900 on fitness supplements, so I know my stuff… I’ve tried damn near every bodybuilding pill and powder out there. From rare Chinese herbs claiming to extend your life by …
Step ups are a great workout exercise that is easy to perform, requires little equipment, targets multiple muscles, and can be tailored for cardio, strength, endurance or power. Let’s explore everything you need to know for a great step ups exercise routine… Different Types of Step Ups There are many different types of step exercises …
What is a T Bar Row? A T Bar Row uses a barbell, or a T Bar machine, to exercise the back muscles. Weights are added to only one end of the barbell, and other weightless end is wedged into a corner (or landmine attachment). Straddling the bar, the weighted end is lifted in a …
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Anatomy of the Bicep There are 2 different muscles that make up the bicep: The long head, and the short head. The short head is located on the inner side of the upper arm, whilst the long head is along the upper and outer side. Why You Should Isolate the Long Head of the Bicep …
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Kettlebell lunges are a great way to improve strength and stamina of your leg muscles and glutes. Kettlebell lunges also help create greater co-ordination and balance. What’s not to like?! (Well apart from the soreness and fatigue you will feel! But no pain, no gain right?) 1. Kettlebell Racked Reverse Lunge 2. Kettlebell Racked Forward …
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We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit. Aristotle The greater danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it. Michelangelo Pain is temporary. It may last a minute, or …
The gym can sometimes be a daunting place, especially for newcomers. Not knowing the gym lingo can further enhance the feeling of not belonging. So in this article we explain some of the most common gym slang so that you’ll know your AMRAPs from your EMOMs in no time. AMRAP AMRAP stands for ‘As Many …
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The fitness industry has grown immensely in the last 15-20 years, and with that so has the sheer number of approaches to diet and fat loss. The advent of social media and the growth of fitness marketing (books, magazines and videos) has contributed to a climate whereby new dietary systems have become every-day terms. The …
We all know that you want to make some serious gains in the gym and minimise injury, right? Well, perhaps you should stop trying to dead lift something that weighs more than a small car… …at least for now. Intersperse the warrior time with some great technical exercises that will make you stronger and less …
