Ouch! That didn’t feel good. Immediately we sense that something isn’t quite right. For me, it started with a stiffness in my back. Nothing too unusual. I blamed the heavy deadlifts I had done the day before. It was the DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) kicking in [Read more…]
Coffee Kick! Can coffee really give you a workout boost?
Millions of people worldwide sip coffee every morning to kick start their day. Can we also use it to help us charge through those gym doors and knock out an excellent workout? For days when you can’t get yourself to [Read more…]
Why every man should have a great pair of legs: A thigh wobbling workout for strength and definition
Let’s face it. Training your legs seems a little pointless when the only time we reveal them is for our two-week holiday on the beach every year. However, strong legs go way beyond aesthetics.
It’s quite uncomfortable to work these mega muscles hard. Just the thoughts of squatting and lunging will make most men [Read more…]
Get Off That Phone! Building better gym habits to take you to the next level
Messaging, chatting, watching TV and reading should all be left at the door of the gym before you start your workout. This is your moment to move and challenge your body. We have limited time and focus so now is not the [Read more…]
CrossFit: Can Everyone Fit in the Box?
CrossFit has exploded across the globe since 2000, only really taking hold in the last six years. Its high intensity, work as hard as you can approach is pushing people to become stronger, fitter and leaner.
No weight machines are found anywhere near their gyms known as “Boxes”. Barbells, pull up bars, ropes and lots of white chalk are commonplace, with the emphasis on everyday functional movements such as pulling, pushing, and squatting. This rawness has attracted everyone from [Read more…]