FITNESS ARTICLES
Running
The Pros and Cons of Running with a Weighted Vest
Running is arguably one of the best ways to get fit and control your weight. You can run almost anywhere and anytime, and you don’t need much in the way of specialist equipment. Just grab a pair of...
Running
Improving Your Lactate Threshold - What It Is & How to Increase It
Lactate threshold (LT) is a common endurance training term. Athletes from all endurance sports have at least a passing interest in their lactate threshold and often want to improve it. For many, th...
Mobility
Fast Twitch vs. Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers: A Complete Guide
One of the first things that most people come across during their fitness research journey is the two different types of muscle fibers.
Probably not a stretch to assume you've heard the terms, "slo...
Running
Guide to Sprinting: Benefits, Types, and Workouts
Sprinting is a great way to get in shape, improve your overall fitness, and prepare you for fitness tests or a race that is upcoming.
It is a type of high-intensity interval training that can provi...
Conditioning
Exercises to Help You Run Faster and Build Power
For years, the belief has been that the best way to improve your running is by running. In the past, it was simply unheard of for runners to lift heavy weights.
But does this long-held belief of ru...
Running
How to Get Better at Running - 7 Running Tips for Beginners
One thing that most gym-goers do not enjoy doing is running.
But if you want to reach the higher echelons of your fitness abilities, you will need to incorporate it into your routine.
While strengt...
Mobility
The Best Warm Up Exercises to do Before a Workout
You’re already running late but you want to get in a workout before you head home. Probably no big deal to skip the warm-up and jump right into your workout, right?
Not a good idea.
Warming up ...
Conditioning
IMPROVE YOUR ENDURANCE WITH RUNNING + RUCKING
For a long time, long-distance running has been the primary way people use to improve their endurance. Unfortunately, the problem with this is that frequent long-distance running can lead to seriou...
Conditioning
3 STRENGTH EXERCISES TO PREPARE YOU FOR MOUNTAIN CLIMBING
Guys, let's face it, climbing up mountains is hard work. Honestly, the best way to train your legs for climbing a mountain is to well.... go out and spend time climbing a mountain.
This is all well...