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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Scientists just discovered diving headfirst into your workday will make you significantly more productive

Most of my co-workers liked to ease into their workday. They stopped and chatted on their way to their office. Once there, they put down their stuff, turned around, and headed to the break room for coffee. When they finally drifted back, they checked a few news sites (why do that at home when you could do it at work?), glanced at their email-in athletic terms, they warmed up for 20 or 30 minutes.
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fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I got 2 body composition analyses, 6 months apart. I lost fat and learned I need to work out smarter to build muscle.

Body composition analysis revealed fat loss but unexpected muscle loss despite heavier lifting, indicating diet and training balance is needed to preserve muscle.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Go slow, brace your core and don't let your hips sag: how to start push ups

According to fitness experts, absolutely. In my opinion, push-ups are one of the most underrated movements in fitness, says Dr Andrew Jagim, director of sports medicine research at the Mayo Clinic Health System. Jagim says they are often overlooked because they seem basic, but if you practice them regularly, over time, you'll likely notice improvements in upper body strength, as well as posture, core control and overall athleticism.
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fromSET FOR SET
3 weeks ago

Jon Bernthal's Punisher Workout (We Love It)

Jon Bernthal's Punisher routine combines heavy compound 5x3 lifts, supersetted accessory hypertrophy work, and ruck conditioning to build strength, mass, and athleticism.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Gym with wellbeing focus welcomes lottery boost

A gym combining strength training and psychotherapy won a £14,000 lottery grant to deliver a 12-lesson Movement for Mental Health programme teaching six basic movements.
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fromClickUp
3 weeks ago

15 Fitness Journal Templates for 2025 Goals | ClickUp

Fitness journal templates help monitor workouts, meals, and habits to achieve fitness goals effectively.
#fitness
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fromSET FOR SET
2 months ago

Benefits Of Strength Training: More Than Just Getting Stronger

Strength training offers numerous benefits beyond muscle gain, focusing on overall improvement in fitness and health.
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A 51-year-old says she's in the best shape of her life. She swapped sweaty workouts for strength training.

Natalie Bushaw regained her health and vitality by rediscovering her love for fitness through strength training and addressing her medical concerns.
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fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Harlem's Uptown Strength NYC Empowers the Community Through Fitness and Ownership | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

August is Black Business Month and highlights Uptown Strength NYC, a Black-owned gym dedicated to empowerment and strength in Harlem.
fromSET FOR SET
1 month ago

Is This The Best Core Exercise?

Building a strong core involves training the Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis, Obliques, and Erector Spinae, which collectively stabilize the spine.
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fromBustle
1 month ago

I Went To A Lagree Class & Understand Why The Workout Is Going Viral

"I was shaking the entire time," creator @allisonlloydfit said in a viral clip, while @selenaamae said just the warm-up alone had her entire body "on fire."
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fromSET FOR SET
1 month ago

Is Functional Fitness Legit?

Functional fitness is often misdefined and has been misapplied in various training methods despite its original intent to improve real-life functionality.
fromSET FOR SET
1 month ago

Does BFR Training Build Muscle?

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is a method that restricts venous blood flow while allowing arterial inflow, enabling effective muscle stimulation with lighter weights.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Noah Spielman on Strength, Mentorship, and the Road to Success

Noah Spielman is a leader in football strength coaching, focusing on athletes' performance and personal development.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

People Are Loving Ilona Maher's Response To Kate Moss's "Nothing Tastes As Good As Skinny Feels" Quote

I love her so much and she's so right, I've literally never felt more confident than when I started putting on muscle and feeling more steady and strong on my feet.
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fromSET FOR SET
2 months ago

The Most Important Muscle Strength Exercises In Your Program

Building strength requires focusing on big exercises that allow lifting substantial weight.
#body-positivity
fromSET FOR SET
2 months ago

Olympic Weightlifting Program - Your Guide To The Gold

Olympic lifting consists of just two lifts; the snatch and the clean and jerk. It is the only strength sport that currently competes in the Olympics, first appearing in the 1896 games.
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Mindfulness
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm a personal trainer who gained over 50 pounds while pregnant. Being kind to myself made getting fit again much easier.

Embracing fitness evolved from personal struggles with body image and extreme dieting to strength training and empowerment.
#muscle-growth
fromSET FOR SET
2 months ago

Strength Workout Routine For Seniors: Machine-Based And Functional

Strength training for seniors improves quality and longevity of life, offering more than just increased strength, making it vital for maintaining independence.
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Yoga
fromYoga Journal
2 months ago

5 Strengthening Moves That Will Seriously Improve Your Tennis Game

Yoga can enhance tennis performance through strength-training exercises that improve balance, stability, and body awareness.
#bodybuilding
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Women in technology

A woman switched from a desk job to bodybuilding in her mid-40s with 4 simple strategies. It revitalized her life.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Women in technology

A woman switched from a desk job to bodybuilding in her mid-40s with 4 simple strategies. It revitalized her life.

fromSET FOR SET
2 months ago

Strength Training At Home - Lose The Gym, Keep The Gains

Strength training at home brings unique benefits that you can't get anywhere else, making it a preferable option for many fitness enthusiasts.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The power secret: simple, everyday moves you need for a healthier and happier life

Power is a crucial physical attribute that is a stronger predictor of mortality than strength.
#cycling-performance
fromCyclingnews
3 months ago
Bicycling

8 off-the-bike things professional cyclists do to ride faster - and you can do too

Strength training and other non-riding strategies are essential for cycling performance enhancement.
Commitment to a consistent training regimen in the gym is vital for cyclists' success.
fromCyclingnews
4 months ago
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Why are pro cyclists hitting the gym?

Strength training enhances cycling performance but must be carefully balanced with racing demands to prevent fatigue and maintain effectiveness.
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fromCyclingnews
4 months ago

Why are pro cyclists hitting the gym?

Strength training enhances cycling performance but must be carefully balanced with racing demands to prevent fatigue and maintain effectiveness.
#fitness-equipment
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fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

A Very Popular Podcast Claims Every Woman Should Be Able To Do 11 Push-Ups, And, Yeah, Sure

The standard of 11 push-ups for women is arbitrary and not universally applicable.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Treadmills are out, barbells are in: why gym-goers are abandoning cardio for weight training

Cardiovascular exercise has seen a significant decline in popularity as strength training gains traction, despite both being essential for overall health.
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fromYoga Journal
4 months ago

3 Critical Ankle-Strengthening Exercises You've Been Overlooking

Yoga practices focusing on inversion can increase ankle sprain risk for trail runners who lack strengthening exercises.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A 10-Minute Barre Workout You Can Do at Home

Barre workouts involve small movements that target every major muscle group, effectively building strength, balance, and flexibility using mostly your own body weight.
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fromiRunFar
5 months ago

Early-Range Hip Flexor Strength for Runners

According to the world's best running stride coaches, the key range to develop a powerful hip flexion action is at the beginning range, when your leg is stretched back behind you, at the hip position just after push-off.
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