Sprinters don’t just sprint. They lift. They squat, pull, jump and sprint again. At first glance it looks odd. You want to move faster in a race measured in seconds, yet you’re spending serious time moving heavy loads. The logic though, sits in physics and physiology. Sprinting is the art…
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Tempo is one of those training variables that often gets mentioned but rarely gets much focus. Ask most gym-goers what tempo they’re lifting at and you’ll probably get a shrug. Even among personal trainers, tempo is more likely to be used as a cue for control than as a planned…
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When most people think about resistance training, they think about lifting heavier, looking stronger or getting faster. That’s all part of the picture, but a recent review has shown something more. Resistance training is more than just a way to boost sprint performance in athletes, it’s a powerful tool for…
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We all know that lifting weights builds stronger muscles, improves posture and helps with fat loss. But what if it could also sharpen your memory? Improve your focus? Maybe even reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s? Turns out, it can. More and more research is uncovering a fascinating connection between resistance…
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When most people think about getting stronger or more athletic, they usually picture weight training, including barbells, dumbbells, machines, the works. And that makes sense. Strength training is the cornerstone of any serious programme. But if your goal is to move better, feel more powerful or help your clients build…
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In gyms, coaching circles and online forums, there’s a familiar mantra: “Get stronger to get faster.” It sounds logical enough. After all, more strength means more force, and more force should mean better acceleration, right? But if you work with athletes or clients chasing speed, you’ll know that it’s not…
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When people think about health, they usually go straight to things like cholesterol levels, blood pressure, or BMI. Which is fair enough as those are very useful numbers. But there’s one thing we often skip over that’s just as telling, and that’s muscle strength. We’re not just talking about how…
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We’ve previously explored collagen’s potential benefits for bone, muscle, and joint health in our article “Is Collagen Worth the Hype?” But what about improving your overall physical performance? Whether you or your clients are keen gym-goer, weekend warriors, or you just want to help clients reach their goals, you’re probably…
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In the world of fitness and performance, we’re always searching for new ways to maximise the benefits of training. Whether it’s for our own progress or that of our clients, we explore everything from supplementation to advanced training methodologies in the hope of gaining an extra edge. In addition to…
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We’ve all had those moments watching a client struggle through their final reps, their face contorted in determination, sweat dripping, and just as they’re about to give up, we shout, “One more rep!” and they somehow dig deep and push through. It’s the classic training scenario, but is it always…
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