Category Fitness

In the grand scheme of things, having V-cut abs and obliques that pop aren’t much of an indicator of physical prowess (think VO2 max or strength). But the elusive 8-pack abs are a coveted trait physique bodybuilders strive for; getting lower abs to show is…

On the journey to losing weight and becoming healthier, many people get lost in the routine of it all—the mornings spent running before the sun comes up, the hours spent hammering your shoulders, legs, back, and beyond, and the evenings spent…

Most people don’t approach running as they do strength training. They just set out on unplanned jogs around the block, throw in some sprints, and call it a day. But targeted running workouts geared toward your fitness goals—training for a…

Whether you’re looking to get shredded by summer or simply trying to avoid winter weight gain—you can’t accomplish your goals without a big helping of protein. Science has narrowed in on the optimal amount. Rather than wolfing down a huge…

Strength is the foundation of everyday acts of athleticism (like hitting a 400-yard drive in golf) and not-so-human feats (like strongman Hafthor Björnsson’s 925-pound deadlift). Strength isn’t limited to muscle size and capacity. When you get stronger, you’re better able…

The fitness landscape has shifted, with do-it-yourself protocols taking precedence over gym memberships and people looking to AI training apps to make gains. There’s nothing wrong with these changes, but they can leave out specific needs or limitations that individuals…

Building strong, muscular quads is best done with a combination of compound exercises—squats, lunges, leg presses, and isolation work like leg extensions. Tack on some powerful plyometric moves like jump squats and explosive step-ups, and you’ve got some of the…

If you’re not a runner, there’s a good chance you think it’s pretty easy. All you have to do is put on a decent pair of running shoes and hit the pavement…right? Well, not exactly. Sure, running is simple by…

Bodybuilder and coach Jodi Vance passed away last week while traveling to attend the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, OH. She was just 20 years old.  According to The Columbus Dispatch, she was taken by paramedics from the Sonesta Columbus Downtown hotel, where…

If there’s one exercise that builds brute strength and power in your lower body, it’s the back squat. This compound move lights up your posterior chain—or the back of your body—building size and strength in your lower back, glutes, and hamstrings.…

Choosing which gym is right for you can be almost as much work as actually getting into shape. Navigating various prices, contracts, and locations is often a headache, and customers find that many gyms don’t turn out to be quite…

Exercise of any kind, whether strength training or cardio, causes physical stress to the body. And while you may expect to see bowling bowl-size biceps after an arm workout, it’s the post-workout recovery phase where the changes in your body actually happen.…