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Frequency Not Volume Is The Answer For Building Muscle Strength, Research Shows
The dilemma of whether you should programme lots of small workouts or do less frequent, higher volume sessions is one that many athletes consider. Different coaches have different approaches, and it’s hard to know if one is actually better than...
Oleksandr Usyk's Old School & Brutal Training Techniques
Oleksandr Usyk’s famous victory over Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia has underlined his boxing skill, fitness and mental resilience.It was a spectacular performance that had many commentators and fans touting the Ukrainian heavyweight as the pound-for-pound number one. Despite his...
Keeping In Shape on Holiday and Managing Your Nutrition
Keeping In Shape on Holiday and Managing Your Nutrition Holidays are enjoyable and a great way to relax. But it can be stressful trying to eat healthy and manage your weight during this time. However, all is not lost, there...
How To Use Heart Rate Variability To Improve Your Recovery
Optimising recovery is a key part of moving forward as an athlete. One of the big differences between elite, full-time athletes and normal mortals is the way the former look after their bodies in between sessions.With the advancements in technology...
The Advantages Of Tri-Set Training For Muscle Growth
Tri-set training is something most athletes have dabbled with, but few use it consistently in their workouts.It essentially consists of three different exercises all rolled into one set with minimal rest between each (usually no more than about 10 seconds)....
How To Warm Up For A 1 Rep Max
Achieving a new one rep max is a big aim for many athletes and a good measure of improvements in strength.Warming up for a big effort that puts a lot of strain on your body is important. It gives you...
6 Easy No-Prep Lunch Recipes For Athletes
In a perfect world, we’d eat the ideal diet every day. The problem is that it’s not always possible.As well as the natural temptation that comes with being human, logistical issues can get in the way too. Whether it’s work...
New Study Reveals The Optimal Amount Of Exercise Per Week
As athletes, we typically exercise more than the recommended 150-300 minutes of exercise a week. Fitness for us goes beyond the point of just healthy living and becomes an integral part of our lives. While we usually ignore it...
How To Increase Your 1 Rep Max
The maximum weight you can lift in a given exercise (1 rep max) is a common way to measure your progression of strength over time.As athletes, we want to be building towards something, so setting ambitious goals helps motivate us...