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
You just completed an incredible exercise session. You look in the mirror and are shocked by what you’re greeted with. Even though you’ve just finished working out you actually look fatter than before. How can this be and what does it mean? It’s not unheard-of to look (and feel) fatter after working out. The most … Read more
Let me explain the reasons behind the discomfort you feel in your shins when using the rowing machine. I know I’m not the only one who suffers with shin pain whenever I use the rowing machine. And as it turns out, this is mainly due to what you’re doing with your feet. That being said, … Read more
Have you ever pondered on why doing squats triggers excessive sweating? You could be new to the gym. Then again, you could be a well-conditioned athlete. You probably find that when you perform certain exercises you produce a light film of sweat. However, whenever you hit the squat rack you are literally drenched in sweat. … Read more
Ever wondered, “Why Do My Upper Abs Stick Out?” Let;s face facts, we all want a great set of looking abs. However, there’s nothing worse than having some type of ab imperfection, perhaps one that even looks like a deformity. Something that many of you may “suffer” from is your upper abs sticking out. I … Read more
Ever wondered, “Why Do I Shake So Much When Doing a Plank?” Whether you’re new to exercise or a seasoned athlete, I’m sure you experienced the sensation of shaking during planks. For some of you this may not occur until you’re well into your “set”. Whereas for others you are literally trembling violently after no … Read more
Who else wants to know, “Why Do Jumping Jacks Hurt My Calves?” Jumping jacks are probably one of the most basic yet effective exercises. We typically first learned to perform them at school, although many of us never return to doing them again. However, jumping jacks are a great cardio and conditioning tool, which makes … Read more
Ever wondered, “Why Do Planks Hurt My Knees?” Planks are without doubt a great core exercise. Plus, they are relatively simple to perform. And yet, they don’t come without their problems. One such issue seems to be that some of you may experience knee pain either during or after performing planks. So, what exactly is … Read more
Calories burned from squats will generally come down to how much you weigh and the intensity with which you train. So, as an example, a person weighing 160lbs performing 100 bodyweight squats at moderate-intensity will burn 19.3 calories. However, this same person performing 100 bodyweight squats at high-intensity can expect to burn 40.7 calories. Calories … Read more
As a beginner, you shouldn’t do the Murph Crossfit workout more than once per week could be a struggle. An intermediate or advanced athlete can perform the Murph 3 times a week with at least 24 hours between workouts. A Quick Overview of the Murph Workout “Hero workouts are a way for us to grieve … Read more