Everyone is wondering, “What makes protein powder so sweet?” We all typically guzzle down a shake post-workout to get our shot of 20-30g of instant protein. However, you immediately feel like throwing up as it tastes so bad. There’s nothing that will ruin your “workout high” more than a sickly sweet zing that makes your … Read more
“Why Won’t My Protein Powder Mix?” is among the most frequently asked questions regarding supplements. We’ve all suffered at the hands of protein powder clumps. You typically find that some of the powder clings to the sides of your shaker, or even the bottom. And to make matters worse, no matter how hard you shake … Read more
Have you ever had shoulder bruises because of squats? If so, I’m sure you’re wondering whether this is normal. Should you wear these bruises as a badge of honour or are you doing something wrong? I’ll now explain everything you need to know about squat bruises and what you can do about it. Shoulder Bruises … Read more
Ring pull ups are harder due to the lack of stability. Your stabilizer muscles in the core and shoulders are required to put in more effort in order to counteract the instability. The range of motion is also increased during ring pull ups compared to convential straight-bar pull ups. Rings Provide Less Stability The most … Read more
The most common reasons that pull ups hurt your neck are either that you’re leading with your chin or you’re straining at the neck. Both of these things typically occur as fatigue sets in. Your aim should be to bring the bar to the chin or sternum, as opposed to leading the movement with your … Read more
Holding your breath during intense exercise like pull ups, or simply breathing too fast in an uncontrolled manner, can cause light-headedness. If you feel dizzy while extending your neck and looking up during pull ups this could be a sign of “Top Shelf Vertigo”. Plus, if you aren’t properly retracting your shoulders you may be … Read more
Did you observe that your abdomen becomes chilly during exercise? I’ll reveal why this happens, as well as debunking the “fat-burning myth”. The main reason that your stomach gets cold when working out is due to blood circulation, or lack of. Basically, blood will get directed to the muscles in the body that are being … Read more
The question, “Is it advisable to squat with a mirror?” is often posed. Most commercial gyms have a squat rack set up right in front of a huge mirror. But, every so often you may visit a new gym (yeah, it happens) and find that you have to squat without a mirror. You typically struggle … Read more
This is a frequently posed question: “What causes my ribs to hurt when I do push-ups?” We all know what a fantastic exercise push ups are. They work the chest, shoulders, and triceps, so it’s not uncommon to feel soreness in these muscles. Then again, you may even feel push ups in your elbows or … Read more
Ever thought, “Why aren’t Bodybuilders seasoning their food?” I’m sure you’ve seen many YouTube videos or TV programs where bodybuilders are chowing down on gargantuan portions of food. However, just like me, I’m sure you’ve also noticed that they seem to consume some of the blandest meals ever. Not a hint of seasoning or spice. … Read more