Tuesday, July 17, 2018

The Most Effective Suspension Trainer Exercises

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The suspension trainer. It’s a tool that can enhance almost any strength and conditioning or fitness program because of its many unique benefits. These benefits include an easy way to train when equipment is limited or when you can’t make it into a full-scale gym. The suspension trainer is […]


Bodybuilding 101: The Flexicon

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ABS AND THIGH A hands-behind-the-head pose in which the competitor flexes abdominals and one leg. ARNOLD CLASSIC One of two esteemed bodybuilding events, held in Columbus, OH, each March. BIKINI The least muscular female division; emphasizes beauty. BODYBUILDING Where the big boys compete. Contests are judged on size, shape, […]


Fitness Star Paige Hathaway on Her Training Regimen, Go-to Diet, and the Weirdest Fan Interaction of All Time

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Fitness star Paige Hathaway didn’t take a traditional route to fitness stardom, but she pretty much paved the road to the top when it comes to making a living as a fitness influencer . With an Instagram following of 4 million (and counting) and more than 5.5 million likes […]


Friday, July 6, 2018

The Core Exercise WWE and NXT Superstars Swear By

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There’s no shortage of impressive physiques in the WWE. Bulging biceps, ginormous thighs and, of course, ripped six-packs are frequently on display inside the squared circle. To get abs like that, WWE and NXT superstars must bang out thousands of Crunches each week, right? Not exactly. "Are we doing […]


Monday, July 2, 2018

5 Things Sport Coaches Need to Know About Strength Training

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During my time as a high school strength and conditioning coach, I found that the best outcomes for our athletes occurred when the sport coach and I were on the same page with respect to the role strength training should play for both the athlete and the program. Some […]


Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Hoping for Big Training Gains This Summer? Take Your Sleep Seriously

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Summer is here. For many young athletes, that means the abolishment of a consistent bedtime. With school suddenly a non-factor in their routine, many teens fall into the habit of simply falling asleep whenever it strikes them. Some nights, it could be 2 a.m. Other nights, it could be […]


Monday, June 25, 2018

Why Athletes of All Ages Should Utilize Dead Bugs

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What exactly is a Dead Bug? Despite the funny name, Dead Bugs should be regarded as a very important exercise for any athlete, regardless of training age or athletic ability. Dead Bugs are an essential exercise that build core stability and kinesthetic awareness of the pelvis and trunk. That’s […]