Strength and endurance training are critical components of an effective overall men’s fitness plan and provide a variety of benefits. Building muscle strength enhances your overall fitness level, reducing body fat, increasing your metabolism and improving your ability to perform a wide range of tasks. This particular installment from our series on Strength Training Workouts…

Strength training remains a subject of debate amongst various trainers within the fitness community, however when looking to building strength there are a number of basic facts that you should bear in mind when looking to designing and implementing this type of routine. The use of free weights can often add great value within a…

Are you scared of even trying to lose fat and built muscle, because you think it will consume all your time? It doesn’t have to be like that. Fitness lifestyle is for bodybuilders, you don’t have to be like them. It’s a myth that you can’t built a great looking body without six high protein…

Why Women need Strength Training Women tend to forget about their muscle strength but every activity we do depends on them , from our everyday household tasks to our leisure or sporting activities. We need that strength even more if we wish have abundant energy to exercise on a regular basis and live an active…

You know this guy. The one at the gym that is ripped up, shredded, and intimidating. You ask him to help you move that weekend thinking you just found yourself the ultimate powerhouse. He arrives, a bit late but still he is there. Wearing a tight fitted sleeveless t-shirt with biceps as big as your…

When I was younger I was told by a friend that weight lifting made you look good but that the extra muscle would actually make you slower as an athlete. That concerned me and I definitely decided to look into it. Since then I have heard that same claim thrown around from time to time….

I’m sure everyone wants to become super strong to show off to the girls at the gym, or just to be proud of yourself with all your mighty strength. Well, I’m going to introduce to you something called “Forced Repitions.” But before we go any further, I must acknowledge the fact that you must be…

Medicine balls have been around for over 2000 years. They were, and continue to be a great way to build strength both in localized regions or for the entire body. Here’s a few exercises to try. 1) Rock and Roll Up: This one is awkward at first to coordinate, but hits all the major muscle…

OK, if you’re like me you have tried every training program under the sun that promises huge jacked muscles, strength gains beyond your wildest dreams and six pack abs that will turn heads. Are you blindly following programs that tell you exactly what to do but not WHY you are doing it? Well I’m sure…

When it comes to training your body whether it be for strength, endurance, a specific sport or purpose, there are many styles of working out that can be applied. One important thing to remember when training is to be consistent; if you keep at it you will improve beyond your wildest dreams. Whether your goals…