The benefits of plyometric exercises ExercisesFitness ModelsTraining Methods by admin - 29th June 201729th June 20170 The benefits of plyometric exercises Plyometrics are great for cardio, toning and fat loss here, we take a look at how the humble plyometric box can be a killer workout session.“The plyo box has been popular among athletes and hard-core fitness enthusiasts for a while now, but has become more mainstream since the introduction of CrossFit,” says elite trainer of over 15 years Matthew Strickland.“They are great for cardio-based and high-intensity training, but can also be used for rehabilitative purposes and for evening out physique imbalances.”Plyometric boxes and aerobic steps come in a range of heights and sizes to adhere to varying fitness levels and exercise goals. While fixed-height boxes are available and usually come in sets of three to four, try opting for a sturdy, adjustable step if you are tight on space. And if you aren’t confident in the jumps, we say go for foam rather than metal or wood versions: a lot less chance of skinned shins.For cardio/fat loss: Plyometric training involves using explosive bodyweight movements to exert maximum force in the shortest amount of time – making them the perfect fat-burning tool. Explosive movements also mean power and strength, especially in the lower body, can be achieved. Again, keep rest periods short and repetitions as high as possible – although given their taxing nature, sessions shouldn’t go much longer then 30 to 45 minutes.
The Leg-Day Circuit to End Your Workout Right BodybuildingExercisesTraining Methods by EliasBurrowes - 28th June 201727th June 20170 DIRECTIONS: You’ll work for40 seconds per exercise (20 seconds each leg for the power lunges) with a 10-second transition between movements. Complete four to five rounds. SEE ALSO: 7 Wheel-Blasting Leg Workouts Topics:GlutesQuadsBurn FatBuild Muscle
Flat tummy exercises for women ExercisesTraining MethodsWeight loss by GymRat - 27th June 201727th June 20170 Flat tummy exercises for womenGrab yourself a hula-hoop to firm up, flatten down and have fun!May 29, 20151 of 6››Want to rock a flat stomach but sick of your usual abs routine? Hula hooping is a fun way to tone the whole body while focusing on the abdominal and core muscles and cinching in that waist. It’s quick, easy and can be done anywhere from the park to your own home. So take yourself back to the days of the playground, de-stress and tone up that tum.How to do itPerform each exercise for the required amount of time for your level, doing as many reps with good form as possible. Repeat the workout two or three times a week to upbeat music for the best results.Kit you’ll needAdult hula hoopRead more about:FitnessWorkout RoutinesFitness EquipmentWeight Loss
5 Reasons Your Kettlebell Swing Sucks ExercisesNutritionTraining Methods by ChanteT03ibkrq - 25th June 20170 ilbusca/Getty ImagesFew exercises build muscle and develop power and strength in the posterior chain—mainly composed of your glutes, hamstrings, and lower back—like the kettlebell swing. But make any of the following mistakes, and the move will be downright useless, or, worse yet, you’ll end up injured. Refer to our list of five kettlebell swing errors and give yourself a form check. Swing snafus You squat the weight up.
Back to the Basics for Greater Size and Strength Gains BodybuildingExercisesNutritionTraining MethodsWeight loss by GymRat - 24th June 20170 People lift for a variety of reasons whether it’s to increase mass, strength, power or some other factor. And the way they go about achieving these desired outcomes is the source of debate across internet forums. Everything from ideal training splits, sets, reps, and even rest intervals are sources of debate.
High Intensity Power Training Workouts for Fat Loss, Strength and Fitness BodybuildingNutritionTraining MethodsWeight loss by GymRat - 21st June 201721st June 20170 For most guys, when they think of conditioning for fat loss, it means either nausea-inducing sprints or churning away on a treadmill for hours like a hamster. Fortunately there’s an alternative style of training that’s as time-efficient as sprints and doesn’t require you to stray away from the weights. Furthermore, because this style of training actually places an emphasis on high-volume technical exercises, you’ll be able to get more skillful repetitions for different lifts that many guys struggle with. What this means for you is that this program will help you get stronger at technical lifts while also improving your body composition
Think you’re fit? Scientists just figured out how to become even fitter. BodybuildingNutritionTraining MethodsWeight loss by GymRat - 21st June 201722nd December 20170 We all try to do what we can to stay as fit as possible—hit the gym four or five times a week, pick up a yoga class or two, visit a CrossFit box occasionally to amp up the endurance training—but we can always do more to hone our physique and diet to get to the next level of fitness. Now, a team of researchers is starting to hone in on a comprehensive strategy to get there. And while the individual components are probably familiar to regular Men’s Fitness readers, this program represents a solid all-around plan to build your fittest self yet.
Follow these easy Bum Exercises #GluteGains BodybuildingExercisesFitness ModelsTraining MethodsWeight loss by GymRat - 20th June 201721st June 20170 Looking at Zanna van Dijk’s Instagram feed, you’d think that she’s lived and breathed fitness her whole life. But what makes the health and fitness blogger, Instagrammer and all-round ‘influencer’ so relatable is that she really is just like the rest of us. ‘I actually hated exercise at school and would find any excuse to avoid PE,’ she reveals to WF in an exclusive interview. ‘I only started getting into it at university.
The Simplest Weight-Loss Diet Ever! BodybuildingNutritionTraining MethodsWeight loss by admin - 19th June 201719th June 20170 Hardcore dieting can become a mess of food scales, portions, and hunger that very few survive. If you're looking to lose weight without the stress, this article is for you! From extreme calorie restriction, to sprawling "off-limit" food lists, to tracking every single morsel of nourishment, strict dieting can be a
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