Using a Weightlifting Belt
It has been found that using a weight lifting belt during deadlifts by a certain study increase the muscle fiber activity within the abdominal region. At the same time though, it did decrease oblique activity. Other research confirms the use of a lifting belt during squats increased spinal erector activity compared to not using a [...]
Warming up for a Great Workout
You’re a little late to the gym this time around and it’s early in the morning right when your day starts to begin. Not only are you late to the gym, you also have a very important scheduled business meeting at work, and being a couple minutes late is definitely not an option for you. [...]
The Benefits of Using a Cross Trainer
As one of the most popular cardio vascular machines available on the market today, cross trainers live up to their name for providing an all over body workout. But what makes these machines so special? Providing an optimal cardio workout, a cross trainer ensures your body is continually moving in a natural motion without placing [...]
Dumbell Scott Curls
The Scott curl emphasizes more on the inner, and short heads of your bicep muscle, so it’s recommended to include exercises that target the outer and long heads such as doing close grip barbell curls or incline curls. The Scott dumbbell curl is best used as a super set to follow up right after a [...]
8 Rules for Ultimate Muscle Mass
1) Master recovery, master growth. Eat the right foods during a mass cycle. Without the proper food, you won’t be able to lift heavy enough to make gains and you won’t recover quickly or as completely. Plenty of protein and complex carbohydrates along with the right supplements can help you speed your gains. 2) Get [...]
