Lunges are one of the most effective exercises you can do. Not only do squats engage and strengthen lower body muscles, they also get your heart rate up and give you a big old boost of endorphins. While the forward lunge may not be the most fun move, it is still functional. That's where lunge variations come in. If you want to make your workout more interesting, try … [Read more...]
What’s The Best Bench Press For Chest?
There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a number of factors, including your unique physiology and what your goal is. However, some people may find that flat bench press, decline bench press, incline bench press, and dumbbell bench press are all effective exercises for growing a fully sculptured chest. The flat bench press is a compound exercise that … [Read more...]
How to Do a Pull-Up: Everything You Need to Know
Pull-ups are an important part of many strength-training programs because they are an effective way of improving your overall pulling power, as well as developing your upper body and strengthening your back muscles. This movement targets multiple muscle groups by using a closed-chain movement. These muscle groups include your latissimus dorsi, deltoids, trapezius, rhomboids, biceps, … [Read more...]
How to Wear a Weightlifting Belt to Lift More Weight Safely
People have different opinions about whether weightlifting belts are effective in preventing back injuries. Some people believe that belts should never be worn because they make the core weaker and don't provide a true test of strength. Weightlifters and powerlifters often wear multiple pieces of gear when they compete, which can include straps, knee sleeves, braces, and belts. … [Read more...]
Potential Health Benefits of Qigong
Qigong is an effective form of meditation that involves slow movements and breathing techniques to improve health and well-being. Although Qigong meditation is popular among celebrities and influencers, there is little research proving its effectiveness. What is Qigong meditation? The word 'qigong' is made up of two parts: 'qi' and 'gong'. 'Qi' can be translated as … [Read more...]
How to Do the Straight-Arm Pulldown — Benefits, Variations, and Muscles Worked
One of the most popular exercises for strengthening the muscles of the back is the lat pulldown. There is less research on the lat pulldown than other exercises like the squat or bench press, but there is still a lot of evidence that it works well for muscles in the back and arms. There are several varieties of lat pulldown exercises, including but not limited to … [Read more...]
How to Get a Better Butt: Ultimate Guide to Glute Training
First, you need to understand the muscle structure in the area you want to develop. Then, you can create a strategy for development. Anatomy of the Glutes Here’s a quick run-down of the major muscles of the gluteal region: Gluteus maximus The gluteus maximus is the biggest muscle in the butt and is most visible because it lies on top of the others. The gluteus … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Burpees — Technique, Benefits, and More
Lots of health professionals are beginning to see the benefits of burpees, and how easy the movement is to incorporate into practically anyone's strength and conditioning routine. Let's get rid of the nonsense and talk about the burpee in more detail. Are you ever going to fail a burpee? The answer is, no. Even though they may not look perfect all the time, it doesn't take much … [Read more...]
Does Intermittent Fasting Affect Women Differently Than Men?
Intermittent fasting is going for prolonged periods without eating. There are many ways to fasting, including not eating for a day, every other day fasting, and others. If you're interested in learning more about intermittent fasting, make sure to check out our free e-book. There’s evidence that intermittent fasting—when done properly, in the right people—might help: … [Read more...]
The Pain Checklist: Pain Scale Types + Places to Look for Affordable, Effective, Low-Risk Treatments
Scales are used to determine the intensity of pain someone is experiencing. Healthcare workers can also use pain scale charts to determine how much pain a patient is in. There are a few different pain scales, each with its own benefits and drawbacks. What is a pain scale? It is used to help healthcare providers determine how much pain a person is in and what type of … [Read more...]