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The 2 Phases of Cool Down Your Body Doesn’t Want You to Miss

Don't miss the most important step of your workout!

A white woman in a gym works on her mind-muscle connection doing standing rows on a weight machine

Why the Mind-Muscle Connection is Your Key to Maximizing Muscle Growth

What's the secret to more effective muscle building? Think about it! No, really. Read up on the mind-muscle connection.

Energy Aminos, a pre-workout drink by foodspring, sitting next to a shaker and a glass half full of the mixed drink

Why a Pre-Workout Drink can Take Your Fitness to the Next Level

Not feeling up for your workout? Boosters or pre-workout drinks can help you power through. Read on and learn what to look out for in a pre-workout drink, their key ingredients, and some pro tips.

Go your own whey: Choose the whey protein that’s best for you

Whey protein is a classic choice for your protein shakes. Learn the most important facts about using whey protein for your fitness goals.

A shirtless white man wipes sweat from his face while he stands next to a punching bag

Everything You Need to Know About Muscle Structure

From enabling movement to maintaining metabolism, the muscles do a lot of hard work. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about how muscle anatomy impacts our abilities in both exercise and everyday life.

A white bearded man performs an upper body workout for men, doing a bench press while being spotted by another pair of white hands.

Upper Body Workout For Men: The best tips & exercises

Want to get broad shoulders, a steel-hard chest, muscular arms, and a visible six-pack? Let’s get to work! Learn everything you need to know about your new upper body workout for men – with the most effective exercises for the gym and at home!

A white woman does an upper body workout for women in the gym.

Upper Body Workout For Women: 8 tips & 7 moves to give you results!

Toned arms, sculpted shoulders, and a strong back aren’t just about how you look in a selfie, they’re also a fundamental part of a healthy posture. If you want to achieve pretty much any fitness goal, upper body training needs to be on your schedule. Here’s everything you need to know to get started with

A group of athletes indoors working on progressive overload exercises with kettlebells

Progressive Overload: The Key to Building Muscle

In this article, we explain everything you need to know about using progressive overload to reach your muscle building goals. Keep reading to find out how to incorporate it into your workout regimen, from increasing the number of repetitions you need to do to how much time you need to give your body to rest.

Find a gym that’s the perfect fit for you!

How can you be sure you’ve chosen the right gym when there are so many to pick from? In this article, we break down all the factors that you should consider when trying to find a gym.

Feel Your Best with These Easy Mobility Exercises

Regular mobility training is the secret to staying in tip top shape. And simple mobility exercises make it possible to take care of your body while also giving it your all. Keep reading to find out how to maintain or improve your body’s mobility.

A man of color in sports gear does a goblet squat indoors, holding a kettlebell.

Goblet Squat: Tips and tricks to make yours the most effective

There are countless squat variations, and the goblet squat is one of our favorites! Not only is it super effective, but also helps you to get the hang of the movement pattern of a classic squat using the barbell. But no matter your level of expertise, you should consider including goblet squats in your routine.

Vegan Protein Bread with avocado slices - a good suggestion of what to eat before a workout

What to Eat Before a Workout – Our Rules for 3 Goals

Wondering if it’s better to eat pre or post workout? Here, we explain how fueling up before a session can give you the most energy, and what to eat before a workout for best results. Plus: Why your goals can change what you should eat beforehand, and tasty recipes to help you get exactly what