Do You Have To Do Strength Training?
The benefits of strength training come from having force placed on your body, which is then adapted to.
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What Are The Most Overrated Exercises?
First, can I state that being overrated doesn’t mean bad or worthless, however my answer might rile up some people.
Should You Do A Cool Down After Training?
On the one hand, there are a lot of people that swear by but there’s very little research to support the benefits of cool-down stretching.
How Many Rest Days Should Be Done Per Week?
Acknowledge that training is a stimulus, and by adapting to the stimulus, we recover, improve and become more efficient at dealing with the demands of training.
How Many Warm-Up Sets Should You Do?
I’m a big fan of warm-up sets, they are a great way to “prime” your body ready to lift weights. But, how many you do will depend on the various things.
Should You Squeeze Your Glutes At The Top Of A Squat?
I’ve had this question asked a few times by clients, and I see many coaches saying you should not squeeze your glutes at the top and that it’s “pointless” to do so. I’m afraid I have to disagree because context is always key.
What’s The Best Ratio Of Strength Training To Cardio For Fat Loss?
We know that physical activity uses energy, so it’s a logical conclusion that whichever activity uses the most energy is the best one for fat loss.
What’s The Difference Between RPE, RIR And 1 Rep Max?
As much as the mechanisms for hypertrophy (mechanical tension, molecular signalling and muscle protein synthesis) are the same between the sexes, there are some unique differences.
