How Much Easier is Bench Press on a Smith Machine? (Explained!)

How Much Easier is Bench Press on a Smith Machine

So, you want to know how much easier bench press is on a Smith machine? In effect, we’re back to the age-old argument – free weights vs. machines. This is not to say that machine exercises are ineffective, as you can still build muscle and strength. However, you’re probably also wondering how much more you … Read more

Why Does My Lower Back Hurt When I Leg Press? (Solved!)

Why Does My Lower Back Hurt When I Leg Press

The leg press, whether seated or incline, is typically viewed as one of the best exercises for quad hypertrophy. However, this doesn’t mean it comes without its problems, and lower back pain is quite common. With that being said, if you adhere to a few “rules” you’ll be able to take the pressure off your … Read more

Why Do My Calves Hurt When I Squat? (6 Factors to Consider)

Why Do My Calves Hurt When I Squat

If your calves hurt whenever you squat it’s likely this is affecting you both in terms of good technique and the amount of weight lifted. However, it’s actually more of a common problem than you’d think. In fact, an extremely high percentage of lifters experience calf pain when they squat. Does this mean you’re doing … Read more

What Time of Day Do You Workout? What I Learned From 1,198 Gym-Goers (Case Study)

Go To The Gym

I studied 1,198 gym-goers to determine their preferred time of the day to workout. In this article, you’ll learn the favoured times of the day that people workout and their reasons why. Additionally, I also wish to discuss numerous scientific exercise-related studies which provide a “best” or optimal” time of the day to workout. Let’s … Read more

Are You Doing Jumping Jacks or Star Jumps? Here’s the Difference

What’s the Difference Between Jumping Jacks and Star Jumps?

Jumping jacks and star jumps are both extremely popular exercises aimed at getting your heart rate up and burning calories. However, the names of these exercises are often used interchangeably. So, does this mean that they are in fact the same thing? Or are they completely different to each other, and if so, how? Jumping … Read more

The Truth About Hamstring Soreness After Squats (And How to Fix it)

Why Are My Hamstrings Sore After Squats?

Squats are often referred to as “The King of Lower Body Exercises”, and it’s easy to see why. They are a compound exercise that target many major muscle groups, including the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings. So, it’s perfectly normal to feel sore after squats. That being said, you would think that you’re most likely to … Read more

Incline Bench Press Angle: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Sweet Spot

What is the Best Angle For Incline Bench Press

The incline bench press is typically the “go-to” exercise for upper pecs. And with good reason, as it hits the upper part of the chest to great effect I would hazard a guess that most trainees train incline bench in any one of 15-degree increments, i.e 15, 30, 45, or 60 degrees. But, as it … Read more

Discover the Colossal Number of Jumping Jacks Required to Burn 3,500 Calories!

How Many Jumping Jacks to Burn 3,500 Calories?

According to various sources you would need to burn approximately 3,500 calories to lose one pound of fat. Therefore, most of us wish to know how many reps of certain exercises we would need to perform in order to burn 3,500 calories. So  how many jumping jacks should you do to lose one pound of … Read more