What Is a Rep In Strength Training? A repetition (aka rep) is a single completion of a specific movement. It involves going through the entire range of motion for a given exercise and then returning to the starting position. Regardless of the move, the targeted muscles will lengthen, pause, and then shorten when completing one…
If you’ve already started your strength training journey, I applaud you. The benefits of regularly lifting weights are fantastic, and your mental and physical health will benefit so much from that one habit. While you may see some progress showing up to the gym each week and hitting whatever exercises appeal to you that day,…
Circuit training is both aerobic and anaerobic, which is terrific for many reasons. Our bodies require a balance of aerobic and anaerobic exercises to remain fit, and circuit training adeptly serves both purposes in a single session. There are tremendous benefits to aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and each should be in your workout routine. Keep…
No matter what sport you play, you will see enormous benefits to your game if you regularly add balance training to your workouts. Keep reading to learn the athletic benefits of balance training, the different kinds of balance, why they matter for sports, and how to add balance work to your training program. Understanding Balance…
HIIT workouts for beginners are increasingly popular, but how safe are they? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) was initially used as a sprinting workout for endurance sports such as running, cycling, and rowing but has since expanded dramatically to include strength options. And it’s not hard to see why, as HIIT exercise’s physical and mental benefits…
While you can’t jump into a competitive kickboxing class without prior experience, plenty of fitness studios and martial arts gyms cater their kickboxing class to beginners to help you learn the basics and build a solid foundation to start reaping the benefits of the sport. Ready to start working out? Click here to skip ahead…
If you’ve found an exercise you love, chances are you do it at every training session—and that’s where cross-training comes in. While this repetition will improve your skill with that particular exercise, it also places you at risk for injury and posture problems. If that sounds familiar, you should consider adding cross-training to your program….
This Latin dance-inspired fitness class combines high-energy routines with aerobic exercise to create a fun and engaging workout for all levels. And the best part? You don’t need any rhythm, dance experience, or skills to get started. So, if you’re ready to see how this music-driven aerobic dance workout can boost your physical health and…
As a personal trainer I’ll cover everything you need to know about core training, including the many benefits, the myths, and the best core exercises for function, performance, and, yes—killer abs. Best Core Strength Exercises Core training for visible, well-developed abs often looks different than core training for performance, function, and injury prevention. Core Exercises…
Both functional and cross-training are excellent tools that can improve your fitness, prevent injuries, and help you stay active throughout your lifetime. But they differ in their exercises, equipment, and driving philosophy. So let’s dive in to understand the differences and who each training style is best for. Functional Training vs. Cross Training vs. Strength…
