strength

There are few exercises that target both the front and the back of our abdominals as simply and easily as the plank. The plank is an exercise that works the muscles of our core in 360 degrees, essentially combining crunches... Read More

This season, strong is in! An essential part of any fitness routine, strength training boosts cardio training, burns calories and fat, and puts you on the fast-track for fitness success. Too often, we dive into a fitness routine that focuses... Read More

Unfortunately, not everyone has an easy time putting muscle on their body. For those that have a difficult time gaining muscle - hardgainers - there is hope. The key is to get the right start to your training, to build... Read More

Walk into any gym on the first day of the week and you will inevitably have a difficult time getting on a weight bench. So much so, that Mondays are often referred to as "Bench Press Day" by fitness professionals,... Read More

I first started working out with weights when I was barely a teenager, lifting at home down in my basement. I put together my own "home gym," a few sets of weights and a bench, and it was all I... Read More