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Barbell Pads: 4 Reasons You Need One

Barbells are a heavy piece of gym equipment used for strength training. Having a barbell pad will make your workouts less painful, and more comfortable! Here are 4 reasons why...

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What Happens if You Don't Eat Enough Protein?

6 signs you're not getting enough protein in your diet, and sneaky ways to increase your protein intake for better muscle-building results!

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What Are Lifting Straps?

Want to make progress with your strength training? Lifting straps can help! Learn everything you need to know about lifting straps for weightlifting.

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Essential Bodyweight Exercises to Build Muscle

There are 5 essential bodyweight exercises that everyone should master, learn what they are and how to do them + more exercises to add to your home workout routine!

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The Perfect Muscle-Building Match: Combining Resistance Bands with Free Weights

Combining resistance bands with free weights can help maximize muscle growth, improve your flexibility, posture, and form. Not sure how to get started? We have all the info you need to...

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A Beginners Guide on How to Do Push-Ups

Don't make the mistake of neglecting push-ups! We've got a complete guide to help you nail your push-up form to start gaining better strength in your upper body!

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6 Strength Training Myths Everyone Should Stop Believing

Don't let common misconceptions and myths about strength training hold you back from leveling up your workout routine! We are giving you the breakdown on the 6 common strength training myths to...

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A Guide to HIIT Workouts for Women

Not sure how to get started with HIIT workouts? Follow our HIIT guidelines and try our two HIIT workouts perfect for women of any fitness level!

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Compound vs Isolation Exercises: Differences and Benefits

Understand the difference between compound vs isolation exercises to know how to structure a well-rounded workout routine! Here's what you need to know, plus our tips!

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What Is The Best Time To Workout?

Working out at any time of the day is beneficial, but there are certain times of day (morning and evening) that might help maximize results. So what are the advantages...

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Bodyweight Workout Routine You Can Do Anywhere

Whoever said bodyweight workouts don't build muscle are liars! Learn how to make bodyweight exercises more challenging and then try our home bodyweight workout routine to build muscle!

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The 10 Best Foods For Muscle Recovery

In order to build muscle, you need to recover after intense training. One way to boost recovery is by eating the right foods - Here are 10 of the best...

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How Stress Can Derail Your Weight Loss Efforts

Did you know that stress can impact your results? It's true and that's thanks to the stress hormone - cortisol. Learn more about how this hormone effects your body and...

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Strength vs Hypertrophy Training: Which One Should You Do?

Do you want to focus more on muscle growth than strength? Then you might want to consider implementing hypertrophy training, but what is it? And how is it different from...

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Flexibility Training: Benefits and the Best Exercises to Add to Your Routine

If you want to improve your muscular and cardiovascular endurance, less aches and pains, and better posture then you need to add these 10 flexibility exercises to your everyday routine!