Usually when we think of training at a gym, we think of the lone athlete working on their own or of someone working one-on-one with a personal trainer. If we think of people at the gym in groups, it’s often friends who go to the gym together as workout buddies. Group training combines the perks…
We all know it’s important to exercise for our health. Many of us also want to exercise, enjoying the many benefits that come with moving our bodies, hitting workout goals, and keeping to a regular movement schedule. When you have kids, though, schedules change. A lot of the time you used to spend on yourself…
Rest and recovery days are just as important as the time you spend working out. When you take time to rest, it helps your body recover and make the most of your workouts while helping protect you from overdoing it. A rest day isn’t just about sitting on the couch, though. While there are times…
If you’re a cyclist, particularly if you train for races, then chances are you’re working on very specialized athletic goals. Usually, these goals involve training the legs. You’re working on your quads, optimizing your pedaling technique, and tracking your times and distances. But working out on your bicycle isn’t the only thing you can do…
“Why bother building muscles?” might seem like a silly question to ask in a blog post for a gym. After all, isn’t that the main reason people go to a gym? To get strong, build muscles, look great, and get healthy. While the answer seems obvious, it’s still a good question to ask. Knowing there…
You’ve probably heard some conflicting advice about stretching. Some say, “Always stretch before a workout or you’ll hurt yourself!” Others say, “Don’t stretch first! Just warm up and then stretch after you exercise!” There’s also lots of advice about which stretches to do and how long to stretch. In this article, let’s look at some…
There are a lot of myths out there about muscles, exercise, and fitness. Some of these are well known, like the myth that muscle soreness equals gains (click here to learn the truth about sore muscles). Today, rather than just debunking myths, we’re going to talk about some fitness truths. Knowing these truths can help…
Did you gain some weight this winter? If so, you’re not alone. Winter weight gain is pretty common. We tend to be less active when we’re not outside, and the cold weather and earlier sunsets make for a convenient excuse to curl up at home with a cup of hot cocoa and Netflix. You can…
In-season or out-of-season, coaches want to help their athletes get faster, stronger, and ready for game day. In just about every sport, speed training helps athletes by improving their agility, acceleration, balance, and, of course, their speed. Being quick on their feet gives athletes an advantage in football, soccer, lacrosse, and other sports. Coaches can…
Even if you’ve never heard of British historian Cyril Parkinson, you’re probably familiar with the idea known as Parkinson’s law. This idea states, “work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion.” Remember when you were in school, and you had to write a paper? If you thought you needed a couple…
