Zercher Squats vs Front Squats
Although the Zercher and front squat are similar in terms of the muscle groups they target, there are some notable differences that we need to consider if we are to optimise our training.
The Ultimate Guide to Foam Rolling Featured
Exercise Professionals, therapists, and athletes use foam rollers to perform specific exercises, reducing the pain and discomfort associated with trigger points. Sportsmen and women often “warm-up” with a foam roller before activity.
30 of the Best Motivational Fitness Quotes
Everyone has a favourite motivational fitness quote. It could from the mouth of a favourite athlete, a fitness influencer, an author or poet; even from a character in a movie.…
8 Alternatives to the Decline Bench Press
The pectoral or chest muscles are responsible for movements at the shoulder joint. These actions include flexion, adduction, and internal rotation. The pectorals consist of the pectoralis major, the pectoralis…
23 Instagram Fitness Influencers You Need to Follow
Instagram is full of funny dog/crazy cat reels, drunk people doing things, and pictures of flashy cars, with many an hour being lost down Insta rabbit holes. However, what started…
What Type of Gym Buddy Are You?
A great gym buddy can enhance your life in many ways. They help you stay motivated when you’d rather watch Netflix with a bag of crisps. They assist you in squeezing…
Say G’day to Australian Pull Ups
This exercise is more accessible than conventional pull-ups and is essentially a bodyweight row. The body angle and contact with the ground change the dynamics and reduce the muscular effort required to lift the upper body towards the bar. The fact that intensity is quickly graduated by either raising (reduces intensity) or lowering (increases intensity) the height of the bar means the Australian pull up is perfect for people looking to progress to full pull-ups. They are also a great exercise for any upper back workout.