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The right exercise for the right muscle: Chest

Ever met a gym bro? They are surprisingly simple to identify; How much you bench? is the classic gym-bro giveaway. And the answer reveals a lot about a lifter in general, including strength level and training history. The bench press is also an excellent indication of sheer upper body strength and is one of the […]

The right exercise for the right muscle: Legs

Blessed is he that skippeth not the day of legs. – Random Internet Personality. Leg day. If there is a day feared by gym-goers, it is this day. A man cannot hide from the squat rack, and the deadlift threatens to expose you for the puny weakling you secretly think you are. But fear not! […]

The right exercise for the right muscle: Shoulders

The human body is a well-oiled machine, able to adapt to a range of movement patterns. One look at the modern sporting scene reveals the diversity in body types and musculature – all the result of a quest for physical efficiency. Using modern technology we can determine which exercises are best for different muscle groups. […]

Smile to boost your workout

If you are not smiling during your workout, you’re doing it wrong.

Premier League: The race for second?

A record breaking 18-game winning streak came to an end as Liverpool edged Manchester City 4-3 in an iconic game for all who appreciate attacking football. Now that all the Arsenal fans can breathe easily because their “Invincibles” record will survive another season, we can take a look at how the English Premier League is […]

What (not) to wear to gym

Our tips will save you some of the angst that so often accompanies shopping for the perfect gym attire!

Getting Fit: Fitness tips

This series is dedicated to an overview of the equipment you can use in the comfort of your home to shape the body of your dreams. Series entries:   Barbells Dumbbells Kettlebells Resistance bands Exercise balls Boxing Rope skipping Fitness tips    Wrapping up Congratulations! You have made it to the end of the getting […]

Getting fit: Rope skipping

This series is dedicated to an overview of the equipment you can use in the comfort of your home to shape the body of your dreams. Series entries:   Barbells Dumbbells Kettlebells Resistance bands Exercise balls Boxing Rope skipping Fitness tips   Seventh on our list   Jump ropes Also known as skipping ropes, these […]

Getting fit: Boxing

This series is dedicated to an overview of the equipment you can use in the comfort of your home to shape the body of your dreams. Series entries: Barbells Dumbbells Kettlebells Resistance bands Exercise balls Boxing Rope skipping Fitness tips This time around we take a look at one of the most fun and exciting […]

Getting fit: Exercise balls

This series is dedicated to an overview of the equipment you can use in the comfort of your home to shape the body of your dreams. Series entries:   Barbells Dumbbells Kettlebells Resistance bands Exercise balls Boxing Rope skipping Fitness tips   Fifth on our list:   Exercise balls We take a look at exercise […]