What is an eccentric contraction? You may have heard this term bandied about, but aren’t sure exactly what it is and how it can affect your workout. Find out what an eccentric contraction is and how eccentric training can lead to new strength gains.
I’ve been making high intensity cardio videos for decades, so you can bet that I’m excited to see this type of workout featured as one of the hottest new trends in the fitness industry. My two newest workouts, Cross Fire and To the Max mix high intensity cardio along with metabolic training to give you the ultimate fat burning and conditioning workout. But how can this type of training benefit you?
After a workout, your muscles need time to recover. This article discusses things you need to do to help the muscle recovery process. You’ll discover things you need to do after every workout to help your muscles grow and become stronger.
Do you have a higher ratio of more powerful fast-twitch muscle fibers or more slow-twitch muscle fibers designed for endurance activities like long distance running?
You lose muscle mass and strength starting around the age of 30. How does aging affect muscle strength and muscle mass? Read on to find out.
Because of muscle memory getting strength and muscle definition back won’t take as long the second time around if you have to take a break.
Muscle fibers are important for generating force during athletic activity, but not all muscle fiber types are the same. Find out more.
Individuals vary a great deal in their muscle strength before training and in their capacity to build greater muscle strength through training. Why is this?
Muscle endurance and strength are two different entities. Find out more about the difference between the sexes when it comes to resistance training
You’ve just started strength training, and you’re eager to see those first ripples of muscle. How long does it really take to start seeing gains?
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Protein timing could help you increase your lean body mass. Find out when the best times to consume protein are to maximize muscle development.
