The Surprising Thing That Could Cure Knee Pain
Chronic knee pain is a real bother for anyone, but even more so if you like to be active. It can be quite common however, as one in eight active…
Study Says Mirrors Might Not Be Helpful for Squats
Mirrors at the gym are there for watching our form, but a recent study carried out at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago found that they might not be the best…
What to Know About Calf Muscle Pain
There are a variety of causes for different types of calf muscle pain, and it’s important to be able to tell them apart. When you have a sudden onset of…
How to Keep Your Knees Safe and Strong
The knees are a common area for injury, especially in fitness activities that require a lot of bending, pressure, or unprotected movements. Even general wear and tear can lead to…
Are You Neglecting Your Calves?
Some people are born with naturally strong calves, while some aren’t at all. For those who aren’t naturally endowed in the calf area, avoiding the muscles and working on the…
Dumbbell Step Up: Exercise Instructions [How to]
Exercise Summary Exercise Name: Dumbbell Step Up Main Muscle: Quadriceps Secondary Muscle(s): Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings Exercise Type: Compound Equipment Required: Dumbbells, Bench Dumbbell Step Up Description: Dumbbell Step Ups are…
Stiff Leg Romanian Deadlift [How To]
Stiff Leg Romanian Deadlift Summary Exercise Name: Dumbbell Romanian Deadlifts Main Muscle: Hamstrings Secondary Muscle(s): Calves, Forearms, Glutes, Lower Back, Upper Back Exercise Type: Compound, Pull Equipment Required: Dumbbell Stiff…
Walking Lunge: Exercise Instructions [How To]
Exercise Summary Exercise Name: Walking Lunge Main Muscle: Quadriceps Secondary Muscle(s): Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Hip Adductors Exercise Type: Compound Equipment Required: Barbell or Dumbbells ***The Lunges are pictured below as…
Sumo Deadlift [How to]
Sumo Deadlift Overview Exercise: Sumo Deadlift Primary Muscle: Hamstrings Additional Muscle(s): Forearms, Hip Adductors, Glutes, Quadriceps, Lower Back, Traps, Upper Back Type: Compound, Pull Gear Needed: Barbell What is a…