Yes, you can do cardio on rest days, although this does depend on your overall goals. Light cardio sessions on your non-weight lifting days can actually speed up the recovery process. However, super-intense cardio may actually impact your ability to lift weights the next time you’re in the gym. An example of the difference would … Read more
A 600lbs deadlift is extremely rare, and the vast majority of recreational gym-goers will never achieve this. Additionally, whether someone can accomplish a 600lbs deadlift will mainly depend on their training experience and their body weight. As an example, an intermediate lifter, someone who typically has around 2 years training experience, should be able to … Read more
If you’re wondering whether punching your abs makes them stronger you’ve probably seen many boxers and fighters do this. In fact, it seems to be an integral part of their training. So, I’m sure you’re trying to figure out if punching your own abs will increase strength and muscularity in your midsection. Here’s what you … Read more
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
You must have noticed it yourself, big, bulky gym guys walking around with their gallon jug of water. In fact, this isn’t just a gym thing, as I’ve often seen a hulking bodybuilder carrying around their gallon of water everywhere they go. What gives? Obviously, I know, and you know, that consuming water is essential … Read more
You must have noticed it yourself, but everywhere you look in the gym, most people appear to be wearing over-ear headphones. So, is there something special about going over-ear? Are they better than in-ear earphones? Is this a style/fashion thing? Or is there no rhyme nor reason for wearing big, clunky headphones? Here’s what you … Read more
Do you know what? I’m going to answer this straight away, No, it is NOT weird to go to the gym alone. This is something that I have done now for over a quarter of a century. And there are literally millions of people who go to gyms on their own the world over. Realistically, … Read more
You must have noticed this yourself, you enter the gym ready for your workout and you’re greeted with really loud music blasting out of the speakers. In fact, the music is so loud that you can’t actually hear your OWN music being played through your earphones. Sound familiar? So, I’d like to discuss various reasons … Read more
I can guarantee that if you walk into a gym on a Monday, anywhere in the world, it’s likely to be one of the busiest gym days of the week. In fact, it often feels impossible to get a decent workout in or use the equipment that you want on a Monday. So, why exactly … Read more
It sounds kinda counterintuitive if working out makes you hate yourself. I mean, exercise is supposed to release certain endorphins and “feel good” hormones. So realistically, working out should make you feel ecstatic. However, there are definitely many people who feel emotional after exercise and suffer from self-loathing. Hey, I’ve even heard of people who … Read more