4 Components of Fitness that Are Vital for Healthy Aging
Staying physically fit is the key to healthy aging but there’s more than one aspect to staying youthful and fit. In fact, there are four. Here’s what you need to know.
June 25, 2017
Tag: strength
How to Torch More Calories Weight Training by Picking Up the Tempo
Tempo or rep speed is a variable you can manipulate when you strength train. In fact, picking up the tempo may give you another benefit – greater calorie burn.
June 4, 2017
Absolute vs. Maximal Strength: Why You’re a Lot Stronger Than You Think
What’s your maximal strength? In reality, you’re stronger than that. When you train, you only tap into a percentage of your absolute strength. Here’s how strong you really are.
March 5, 2017
How Hydration Affects Strength-Training Performance
You know how important hydration is, especially before a cardiovascular or HIIT workout. How hydrated you are also matters when you strength train. In fact, it can impact your performance and, potentially, muscle gains.
February 5, 2017
Strength Training: Are You Stronger Than You Think You Are?
You think you know how strong you are, or at least you know how much you can lift – but are you even stronger than you imagine? The reality is you have strength reserves that you don’t routinely tap into.
November 13, 2016
Gender & Athletic Ability: Are Men Really Better Athletes Than Women?
Is it really true that men are better athletes than women? Maybe, but women have some athletic advantages that men don’t, especially when it comes to endurance exercise. Find out what they are.
October 23, 2016
Strength Training: To Get Stronger, Rest Longer
If you’re trying to build strength and muscle size, how long should you rest between sets? A new study looked at this issue and found that a little more rest may help you get stronger and increase muscle gains.
October 16, 2016
5 Reasons You’re Not Making Strength Gains
Have you reached a point where you’re struggling to make strength gains? It’s a very common problem and it’s usually due to one of five common training mistakes. Find out what they are.
August 14, 2016
Weight Training: Is It Better to Do More Sets?
Is single-set weight training an effective approach for gaining muscle strength and size or is it better to do three or more sets of each exercise? This article looks at what research shows about the number of sets and how it impacts gains in strength and size.
July 31, 2016
Strength Gains: 5 Reasons You’re Not Getting Stronger
Are you frustrated because you’re not making the strength gains you expected? Read on and discover five common “sticking points” that may be keeping you from reaching your true potential.
July 10, 2016
Can Circuit Training Help You Meet All of Your Fitness Goals?
Circuit training is an ideal way to work out when you’re pressed for time. It offers a whole body conditioning workout and is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. Can circuit training help you meet ALL of your fitness goals – endurance, strength, and hypertrophy?
July 4, 2016
How Magnesium Can Impact Your Exercise Performance
Magnesium is a mineral getting lots of attention these days. That’s because many people don’t get enough of it. Dietary magnesium may be even more important for people who exercise. Here’s why.
July 4, 2016