Ski Struggles to Reversing Osteoporosis
Cathy, like many women in their 60s, didn’t grow up with weights as a normal part of life. The gym felt intimidating. Weight training sounded intense. And she worried, like so many others do, that lifting might make her bulky or aggravate her condition…
How to find the right ‘gym’ for you.
Think of commercial gyms like renting equipment. If you already know what you are doing, you are disciplined enough to get on with your training, and you are happy to work alone, then a standard gym with plenty of machines might suit you perfectly.
Want to get stronger and build lean muscle?
The truth is, most people simply don’t train their muscles hard enough. And no, we’re not talking about that burning feeling you get mid-set. That’s just a build-up of metabolites (not lactic acid, as many believe)…
How to brace your core for lifting.
This isn’t a “how to get abs” post. We want you to think about your core as your armour, something that protects your spine from…
Why *weight lifted* isn’t everything
Sure, many people think lifting heavy looks cool, and our coach James clearly didn’t get those quads from yoga.. But the amount of weight you lift isn’t the only way to measure progress, and it’s definitely not…
Rowing Technique - Find Your Rhythm
“Ergs” (think row, ski, or bike) have become increasingly popular, especially with the rise of Hyrox. Don’t worry, we’re not here to talk about…
What shoes are best for strength training?
If you’re lifting, whether it’s squats, deadlifts or lunges, flat soles are going to be your best friend. Running shoes are built to absorb impact, which is great for pounding the pavement but not so helpful when…
