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Strength Training Exercises, Effects and Beginner Tips

Workouts designed to maximize your muscles include one key component: strength training exercises. Find out more about what they are, how they work, and what they’re good for.

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What is Creatine and What to know about it

What is creatine? Short answer: it’s best known as a dietary supplement in powder or capsule form. For the long answer about how it works and everything else you need to know about taking creatine supplements: keep reading.

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Get to know the 9 Essential Amino Acids that fuel your muscles

You already know that protein is a macronutrient, right? Then you’re probably also aware that amino acids are the building blocks of protein. They’re broken down into two categories: non-essential, which our body produces on its own, and essential, which it doesn’t. Food and supplements are the only way to unlock these 9 essential amino

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Jump Rope Workout: Make your heart pump!

Can a jump rope workout really help you lose weight and build muscle? Let’s talk about how effective jump roping is, what equipment you’ll need and how to do it properly. Plus: at-home exercises to get started and a workout plan!

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The Benefits of Swimming for Health, Fun, or Relaxation! Dive in!

Swimming is a great way to improve your fitness level and general health. Here, we’ll tell you all about the benefits of swimming including what you need to know to get started.

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Muscle building workout plan – A quick & healthy way to build mass

Building muscle mass means intensive training. A mass building workout plan is fundamentally different from a normal muscle building workout plan (hypertrophy) or body sculpting workout plan.

Functional Training: These 8 moves are guaranteed to get you burning

Though you might have already heard of functional training, you also might not know exactly what it is. In this article, we explain everything you need to know to incorporate it into your fitness routine, including the types of exercises it involves and how often you should train.

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Natural Bodybuilding: Skip the drugs on your muscle journey!

Natural bodybuilding means building your body in the most original sense: no need for steroids or other kinds of doping! A balanced diet and a well-organized training plan is at the core of this sport. Of course, that’s easier said than done, so let’s get into how you can make drug-free bodybuilding work for you!

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Speed, strength, or stamina: Learn more about the 3 muscle fiber types that make our bodies move

Sprinters, long-distance runners, weightlifters, triathletes – it’s all a matter of which muscle fiber types are most prevalent in each person’s individual body. Find out more about the different kinds and what you can (and can’t) achieve through targeted training.

Creating a workout plan – what to do

Many hours spent at the gym or exercising at home are wasted, because people simply start exercising without a proper workout plan. A structured workout plan tailored to your individual training target is the key to success. But how can an amateur with no scientific background be expected to know what the key components of a good

Jumping Jacks can do it all: Cardio, interval, and even strength training

Jumping jacks are the cardio exercise par excellence. Let’s get into what they really do for your body, how to do them correctly, and the best variations. Plus: a 30-Day Fat Burn Challenge!

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Ab Exercises – Your Six-Pack Training Plan

We all have different goals and ideas surrounding our weight. And for those seeking a flat stomach or even a six-pack, it’s a long road and a lot of work to make them reality. That doesn’t mean the extra effort isn’t worth it, though. Here, we explain everything you need to know to reach your goals.