The Fitness Blog
The Fitness Blog
Bodyweight exercises help you build strength, endurance, and mobility. Best of all, you don’t need any gym equipment. They are great for beginners who want to get fit. They also suit advanced athletes aiming for mastery in callisthenics. Bodyweight progressions help you keep improving over time. Many people struggle with bodyweight exercises. They often don’t Read More
Fasted cardio is a controversial subject in the fitness world. For some, a game changer for fat loss; for others, a myth. In this blog, we will discuss the pros and cons of fasted cardio. You’ll finish knowing whether exercising on an empty stomach is a fat-loss secret or merely a fad. Fasted cardio means training on an empty stomach Read More
The foods you eat are key for muscle growth, energy, and recovery. Meal timing—when you eat—also matters. Consuming the right nutrients before and after your workout boosts performance. It can lower fatigue and speed up recovery. Many people skip meals or eat too soon before working out. Others choose the wrong foods at the bad Read More
Recovery is as crucial as training. It helps build muscle, boost endurance, and prevent injuries. While rest days are essential, sitting still all day may not be the best way to recover. This is where active recovery comes in. Active recovery means doing low-intensity activities. These activities help blood flow, reduce muscle soreness, and support Read More
Functional fitness is not just a trend. It’s key to enabling people to move better and perform daily activities with ease. Kettlebells are one of the best and most versatile tools for functional training because they’re very simple to use. Kettlebells, which can be traced back to Russian training programs, are now hard to escape in gyms around the Read More
Muscle imbalances happen when one muscle or group is stronger or tighter than its opposite. They can lead to postural issues, movement problems, decreased performance, and a higher risk of injury. Fixing imbalances is key if you lift weights, run, or work out at the gym. It helps keep your body functioning well and prevents Read More
Strength training isn’t just a weighty affair; it’s a strategic journey. It’s all about crafting your workouts with care and cleverness. Enter periodisation, the art of dividing your training into cycles. This method paves the path for steady growth, keeping burnout and injury at bay. In this article, we’ll look at periodisation strategies. We’ll discuss Read More
The age and ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is paramount in fitness and sports. Prehabilitation, or “prehab,” is about preventing injuries from occurring in the first place. Prehabilitation strengthens the body for physical challenges. While rehabilitation seeks recovery, prehabilitation trains you in preparation. This method is common among athletes, fitness enthusiasts, desk workers, and Read More
Many lifters worry that adding cardio will hurt their strength and muscle growth. The belief that cardio “burns muscle” has led some to avoid it altogether. When done right, cardio can boost your performance. It helps with recovery and improves body composition too. Plus, it won’t harm muscle growth. The key is strategic integration. Pick Read More
Training hard is key to progress. But injuries can disrupt any fitness journey. Poor form, overtraining, and skipping recovery can cause injuries. This is true for both beginners and experienced athletes. Common injuries include strains, sprains, and joint problems. Injuries cause pain and slow progress. They may even force you to take time off from Read More