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6 Exercises That Will Make You Faster, Stronger, and More Athletic
Want to jump higher, sprint faster, and become more explosive? Discover six of the best power exercises for developing athleticism, complete with step-by-step technique guides and coaching tips. Whether you're an athlete or simply want to move better, these exercises will help you generate more force, improve coordination, and build real-world power.
7 days ago


How to Build Muscle: Henneman's Size Principle Explained
Every repetition you perform is controlled by your nervous system. But how does your body decide which muscle fibres to use? Henneman’s Size Principle explains how your brain recruits motor units, why the hardest reps matter most, and how concepts like mechanical tension, training close to failure, and progressive overload drive muscle growth.
Jul 12


3 dumbbell finishers to spice up your home workouts
Crush your workouts with these 3 intense dumbbell finishers. They're short, scalable, and perfect for home or gym sessions when you want to end on a high note. Finish strong.
May 22, 2025


Workout log may 2 - Strong bench in a tired week
Some training weeks feel like you're unstoppable. Others—like this one—remind you that progress isn't linear. Here's how I adjusted when everything felt just a little heavier than it should.
May 3, 2025


Training log April 27th - 5x5, weightlifting, and first swim back
New shoes are working wonders so far Last week of 5 by 5 on the bench, deads and pull ups and starting the feel more comfortable with all...
Apr 27, 2025


What is progressive overload - gym and home workout strategies
If you want to keep getting stronger, fitter, and faster, you need to level up your training — just like leveling up in a video game. This post breaks down simple, sustainable ways to apply progressive overload at the gym, at home, and in fitness classes, so you can keep making real progress without burning out.
Apr 27, 2025


5 favourite exercises for full body strength + home workout variations
If your goal is to get as fit as possible, as efficiently as possible, focus on full body compound exercises. These will work your major...
Apr 15, 2025


the 4-3-8 rule for beginners in the gym
The 4-3-8 rule is a starting point for beginners in the gym. It simplifies the exercise selection and gives a clearer idea of what to do
Apr 7, 2025


How your body creates energy
This process takes a while because fat cells, unlike glucose, are not in the blood but stored in various areas of your body. However, it's a
Mar 8, 2025


How to organize your workouts, A beginner's guide
There are a plethora of ways you can organize your workouts. There are two very important aspects that should guide your decisions.
Feb 22, 2025


The good, the bad and the ugly. thoughts on rep quality
A quick guide on how to do reps in the gym. What to look for, what to avoid and when you can cut corners.
Jan 28, 2025


Best strength exercises to build your back muscles at home
Building a strong muscular back will help you achieve that V-tapper build. The good news is you can do this from the comfort of your home
Oct 30, 2024
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