Starting your day with a workout can be a great way to energize your body and mind, setting a positive tone for the rest of the day. But if you’re feeling stuck in a fitness rut, it can be helpful to mix things up and try new approaches to keep your workouts challenging and enjoyable. …
Beginner Strength Training Manual (Download FREE)
Difference between training for strength and training for size.The 7 primal movements.Why compound movements and big lifts are crucial.Why strength training is more effective for reducing your body fat percentage than running…7 Step-by-step compound movements covered in depth.The right way to stretch to prevent energy and increase the effectiveness of your training.Plus much more…. Click Here
The High Performance Handbook – Strength Training for beginners to advanced athletes.
The High-Performance Handbook by Eric Cressey Trusted, Science-Backed Information In-Depth Articles and Videos Cutting-Edge Content Strength Training Programs for beginners to advanced strength athletes. Check out The High-Performance Handbook by Eric Cressey STOP Wasting Your Time With Cookie Cutter Workout Programs The High Performance Handbook creates a customized workout routine based on you. The High Performance Handbook Main Guide The High…
Wrist Wraps – What is a thumb loop?
Hi Team, I get asked a lot about the thumb loop on the Wrist Wraps, so I thought it may make for a interesting article for the “How to and Why” section on Getstrength.com “What is the idea behind thumb loop on the wrist wrap and do I have to use it?” Seems simple right…… Well its definitely up…
Off Season Strength Training for Club Rugby
Ashley Jones Strength Conditioning Coach Forget the complicated spilt training programs, forget the long workouts, you need a program that will get you stronger and will probably get you faster as a by product and you are not a professional so you only want to train 2 or 3 times a week. You can even do…
Strength Training for Rugby/Rugby League Players
The attached strength program was specifically written for a Rugby prop forward but the philosophy and mechanics behind it make it applicable for any player wishing to increase their strength levels, irrespective of the position or the code that they play The role of the strength and conditioning coach is to get the players strong and powerful so…
What do I need? Weightlifting Belt or Powerlifting Belt
The most common questions we have in the Getstrength store with regards to weight training belts are “Do I need a Weightlifting Belt or Powerlifting Belt?” and “what is the difference?” ……. Let’s start with by explaining the difference: As you see in the picture above, the main difference is the tongue, the tongue on the Powerlifting…
5 Tips for Looking After Your Body When Weight Training At Home
Anyone who tries weight or strength training at home needs to know how to look after their body. If you’re doing sessions alone, you don’t have a trainer to correct your technique or point out when you’re doing something potentially dangerous. Of course, even lifting safely comes with some risk. Here are some top tips…
Dry Needling: Is It Right For Athletes?
Every athlete runs the risk of injuring themselves in the process of doing what they love. While some never completely recover from their injuries, others find relief in dry needling, also known as trigger point dry needling. Here, we’ll go over what dry needling is, how athletes use this treatment to recover from injuries, and…
What You Should Know While Recovering From a Sport Injury
Have you been on the bench for a while? We know you’re itching to get out of the house once again and back to the sport you love. But, if you have sustained a sports injury, you’ll need to rest, rehabilitate, and regroup. Even if you are eager to get back into the swing of…
Three Bodybuilding Poker Players
Bodybuilding is a fine art, a craft that sees a person finely sculpt their body to a shape that many can only dream of. It takes hours in the gym, dedication beyond that of a normal pastime. Everything, from diet to routine, is shaped and honed around perfecting the body. It isn’t so much a…
4 Ways Your Fitness Habits Are Negatively Impacting Your Dental Health
Did you know your exercise routine could cause dental problems? While exercise has proven to have numerous benefits for your body, some of your habits to promote a healthy lifestyle may be ruining your teeth. Do you want to know how you can better maintain a healthy smile? Below are four ways your fitness habits…
3 Celebrities with Creative Workout Habits
A lot of the time when we hear about celebrity workout habits, they come across as intensive routines that aren’t particularly realistic for the average person. Consider as a recent example Kumail Nanjiani, the comic actor who famously worked himself into incredible shape to star in an upcoming Marvel film. The actor’s transformation naturally led…
4 Common Misconceptions About Inflammation
So ‘inflammation’ is a scary word. It just doesn’t sound good, and in many cases, it doesn’t lead to beneficial results. Inflammation of the liver? Yep, that isn’t good. But muscular inflammation after a workout? That’s a very different thing and, in most cases, is actually a good sign. However, you’ll need to learn more…