We all know that there are different kinds of people with regards to sociability and the “need” for social interactions. This can quite easily be seen in the gym. Do you see yourself as a lone wolf or
You have probably been told that it is important to do a thorough warm-up and maybe also some kind of a stretching routine before starting the “real” exercise program. Maybe there have been a time or two that
Are you an athlete training for an endurance sport? You better be implementing some heavy weight strength training into your workout regimen as well, rather than just focusing on endurance training. Stronger athletes move faster, have better posture
“Fitness and Health” – two words found among Instagram bloggers committed to healthy living and lifestyle. Every other day we look at their new posts motivating ourselves to achieve more, to be like them. How Common Are Eating
Resistance training provides many benefits, increased strength and muscle mass are among them. Another benefit is that it makes you body’s cells healthier; improved cellular health! We Can Measure How Healthy Your Cells Are! As we grow older
Of the many aspect in your workout routine that determine how fast you grow, one important aspect to consider is how often you should train a muscle. Classic splits have a frequency of once a week per muscle,
Having trouble growing your calf muscles? Do you feel like your patience is running out? We’ll give you insight on the topic! Calf Anatomy The calf consists of three muscle groups: the gastrocnemius (the outer portion, the muscle
Does yoga stress the joints? Maria Ekblom breaks down the existing science. Yoga is an increasingly popular training method, as well as therapy for musculoskeletal disorders, with practitioners all over the world. Most consider it to be a
Strength gains are partially exercise specific After having discussed the 10 000 hour rule myth, it is worth bringing focus to that the more you repeat something, the better you get at it. The same principle applies for
Barefoot shoes increase the risk of running-related injuries in heavier runners It has become increasingly popular to train with minimalist/barefoot shoes. Using barefoot shoes has been suggested as a means for preventing injuries because of the changes to
