How to Do Barbell Jump Squats Properly
Barbell jump squats is a lower-body power exercise that requires more stability than other squatting exercises and therefore it should be done in the proper way to avoid back pains or injuries. Besides taking safety precautions you definitely want to get…
Read MoreHow to Do A Banded Glute Bridge Properly
The banded glute bridge is a popular exercise used to strengthen and tone gluteal muscles. It is often integrated into warm-up segments and strength-training segments to increase glute activation and muscle hypertrophy. There are different variations of…
Read MoreHow to Do Banded Crab Walk Properly?
The banded crab walk is an excellent way to strengthen your glutes in a functional position. It focuses primarily on strengthening your glutes but it also works a couple of other muscles. Since this exercise works both your upper and lower body, it can…
Read MoreHow to Do Banded Frog Pumps Properly
The term ‘frog pump’ was coined by a sports biomechanist called Bret Contreras, popularly known as ‘The Glute Guy’ in the fitness industry. This exercise is a slight variation of the classic glute bridge. The main difference between the two exercises is…
Read MoreHow to Do Banded Donkey Kicks Properly
The banded donkey kicks exercise is a more intense variation of the donkey kick, a resistance training exercise that strengthens, tones, and stabilizes a number of muscles in your body. This exercise was popularized as an aerobic exercise in the 1980s.…
Read MoreHow to Do Banded Fire Hydrant Properly
There are many variations of fire hydrants including the banded fire hydrant, fire hydrant with ankle weights, and the fire hydrant kick. Fire hydrants, also known as quadruped hip abductions, are a type of bodyweight exercise that works different…
Read MoreHow to Do Banded Deadlifts Properly
Banded deadlifts are an excellent way of weight training both in the gym and at home. Sure a regular deadlift could suffice for your weight training needs, but banded deadlifts add a whole new dimension to your workout. To perform banded deadlifts…
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Is it Safe to Take Weight Loss Supplements while Breastfeeding?
When you get pregnant you are bound to experience weight gain due to the additional weight of the baby as well as the placenta and amniotic fluid. Pregnancy hormones can also cause you to gain weight during the gestation period. While the weight gain…
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Everything You Need to Know About Metabolic Conditioning
Metabolic conditioning refers to structured work patterns and rest periods designed to elicit a desired response from the body. The desired response, in this case, is maximized efficiency of energy pathways. When you are working out, your body gets…
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10 Ways to Relieve Sore Quads After A Workout
Muscle soreness often occurs hours or even days after an intense workout session. It is a side effect of the stress you put on your muscles when you are exercising. Experts refer to it as Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), and it is completely normal.…
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