Resources discussing strength, health & well-being.

Is Yoga Enough Strength Training for Runners?

Strength training and yoga are not interchangeable activities, they differ greatly and one cannot replace the other due to this.

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Is Running a Good Core Workout?

No. Running will not create enough stimulus to improve the muscles of the core in a meaningful way.

1 min read

Try These 5 Exercises for Rotational Power For Improved Athletic Performance

Rotational power is one of the most important physical attributes when it comes to athletic performance. That being said it is very difficult physical attributes to train and requires some rather specific exercises to be trained successfully. Let’s look at five different exercises you can use to improve your rotational power.

5 min read

Is 5 x 5 Good For Hypertrophy?

The 5 x 5 training programme is not optimal for hypertrophy. In this article I will outline why this is the case and why 5 x 5 should be used for strength training instead.

6 min read

The 4 Key Benefits of Deadlifts for Runners and How To Implement Them Successfully

Strength training is now becoming mainstream among those who take their running and health seriously. But what role should the deadlift play in a runners strength training plan and why is it beneficial for runners to implement deadlifting into their training plan. In this article I will provide 4 key benefits deadlift provide for runners and how to successfully implement deadlifting into your training regime.

8 min read

Why Goblet Squat? 6 Reasons You Should Add the Goblet Squat into Your Programme

The goblet squat is one of the most common squat variations we see in the gym, but why is it so popular? why should you consider adding it into your training programme? Here we provide 5 reasons you might consider using the goblet squat as a squat variation in your training programme.

6 min read

Try These 3 TRX Lunge Variations For Lower Body Strength + Mobility

The TRX is a versatile and effective tool, it is not known for its lower body development however. In this article we will look through 3 TRX lunge Variations you can potentially add into your training routine.

4 min read

The 12 Gymnastic Rings Exercises To Build A Comprehensive Programme

Gymnastic rings are one of the most effective training tools when it comes to targeting the upper-body. They can be used for both muscular endurance and strength development of the of the upper body and also for core development. Let’s have a look through the pluses and minuses of gymnastic rings and the 12 exercises you should consider adding to your training programme based on your current ability.

11 min read

Try These 6 Resistance Band Pulling Exercises for Your Workout Routine

Banded pulling variations can be used for a multitude of reasons, from strength and hypertrophy for beginners to muscle mass and strength maintenance for the more advanced. Here we provide the benefits and potential short coming of banded pulls and 6 variations you can consider adding to your training programme.

6 min read

The 5 Key Benefits of Tempo Squats

Tempo squats involve using different speeds of movement throughout different portions of the squat. These style of squats have a wide variety of benefits and use cases. In this article I will define tempo and show you how and why to use it in the squat movement pattern.

5 min read

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