One of the first things a beginner weightlifter will want to perfect is their snatch technique, but it’s actually easier said than done! I still see seasoned lifters struggle with this particular move, as long as you start in the squat position and manage to fling the bar overhead you’re fine, right? Well, no actually! […]
The mere thought of going to the gym could cause your heart to race and your sweat glands to activate, but not in anticipation of the heart-pumping activity that awaits you. Instead, it’s possible that feelings of worry and anxiety are preventing you from really committing to a regular gym regimen. 60% of people are […]
Technology has become an integral part of our lives in the modern era, completely changing various industries and our daily routines. It has brought about a revolution in the way we live, work, and play. Advancements in technology have also impacted the fitness industry, leading to a new era of health and wellness. Technology is […]
A really easy way to know that you’ve picked a great strength gym is that everyone is willing to help you and be your spotter, but if someone asked for your help would you know how to be a good spotter? When someone asks you to help spot the bench press, it may not seem […]
Lifting weights, weight training and achieving your strength fitness goals? Is this all something women can do? The answer is, hell yes! Being in the strength training industry has shown me just how strong us women really are, and we can do anything when we put our mind to it. However, studies show that 78.6% […]
If you’re new to Strongman and strongwoman training, the idea of putting together a strongman program of training sessions can be daunting. Strongman exercises aren’t just as straightforward as working on your bench press or perfecting your deadlift, it’s about being able to lift and carry (almost) everything! Plucking up the courage to start Strongman […]
So you’ve made it to your first Strongwoman competition, that’s an achievement in itself! Months of training may have led up to this day, and you’re probably a bit apprehensive about what to expect. Strongwomen historically performed in a circus, music halls, or other settings and displayed their strength through feats like moving heavy objects […]
Strongman training is the most functional type of strength and weight training, but it somehow escapes attention in a field where functional training is overused (a mix of effective and ineffective methods). The most effective type of exercise you have probably never attempted is strongman training, so it’s time you gave it a try. Strongman […]
Leg strength can be developed by both walking, running and of course using a leg press in the gym, however, as time passes, your legs grow acclimated to the action and may eventually reach a plateau. Your performance can be affected by this as well, which may inhibit muscle growth and just be an overall […]
Being assessed on both work capacity and agility during competition makes strongman a unique strength sport. The time domain of the Strongman competitions is a key distinction from other strength sports. Strongman competitors often move heavy objects as quickly as they can or for as many repetitions as they can in a limited amount of […]