What Should You Do First Cardio or Weight Lifting?
Or, should you train them separately entirely?
Can you perform weight training and cardio concurrently, improving both strength and cardiovascular endurance simultaneously?
Can you perform weight training and cardio concurrently, improving both strength and cardiovascular endurance simultaneously?
Are you struggling to get the t-shirt arm-busting muscles you dream of? Has the well run dry on your muscle-building gains?
You don’t need to look far to see one of your favorite sports stars dunking themselves in a bath full of ice in the name of recovery. As we know, recovery is essential for progress. Therefore it would be reasonable to assume that having an ice bath to improve recovery would be advantageous but it all depends on what you are recovering from.
Seeing your progress stall doesn’t have to be permanent. Make your strength training plateau a distant memory with these 5 tips.
When was the last time you got a sick lower back pump? Never? Well, you’re not alone. The idea of training the lower back in isolation is still pretty underground. But if you’re not doing at least some isolated lower back training, you’re missing out on all kinds of performance and back health benefits.
Bodybuilding isn’t just a competitive sport. You can be a bodybuilder too! Learn all about the basics and what it takes to transform your body.
Ironmaster got to catch up with and learn more about harry and his success in the competitive fitness world. Plus, he drops an exclusive 3-day split bodybuilding program to get you started on your competitive journey.
Looking to lose a few pounds? You want a makeover from the inside out—one where you achieve the body you want and create a happier, more confident version of yourself. Strength training can help you do that and a whole lot more!
Learn from two of the top names in bodybuilding competition and training how to develop your glutes like a pro. Andre Adams and Dr. Sunny Andrews provide an in-depth look and a one-day workout to kick start your training.
How to recover after a workout: reduce muscle soreness, recover faster, and stay on track with your fitness goals using ice baths and more.
With your upper back training, you can expect better squats, benches, and deadlifts from here on out.
When it comes to non-linear dietary approaches, we have a few options: Refeeds, Diet Breaks, Cheat Days
Time to put all of our basic nutrition to work where the “rubber meets the road” and talk about meal planning.
Struggling with how to break through a weight loss plateau? Here are 10 ways to get you back to losing weight again!
How to Leverage Progressive Overloading for Muscular Development
Whether you are a seasoned athlete, or just getting started, you have probably been told by friends, family, or coaches to add vitamins and various supplements to your diet and exercise routine.
Pressed for time? Does fitting a workout in seem impossible? Here are 3 quick workouts you can squeeze into your busy schedule to maximize calorie burn!
Proponents of Intermittent Fasting will claim superior weight loss, improved cardiovascular health, decreased cancer risk, neuroprotective effects, improved glucose metabolism and lengthened life span as benefits of fasting.
In this blog I will give an overview of what to expect in a basic Strongman event, the key adaptations to achieve by progressive overload in training, nutrition recommendations, injury avoidance and some home strength training ideas to add to your training.
The most commonly practiced form of calisthenics, often used to supplement other forms of training such as Crossfit and weightlifting.
Staying appropriately hydrated will help you reach your health and fitness goals and should be a priority, not an after-thought.
Ever wonder what all the hype is around open or closed kinetic chain training? If you follow some of the top fitness influencers on social media, you have probably heard these technical buzz words dropped at some point.
A mixture of the intake of foods will provide your body with a variety of nutrients and calories from all of our macronutrient sources as well as an assortment of micronutrients. Food is our fuel and can be enjoyed while still meeting our health and fitness goals.
Still exercising in your old, monotonous space? Get the energy and motivation boost you need by taking your workouts outside this summer.
Get some great tips on how to keep your workouts fun and not miss out on hitting your goals with this article.
Pull ups and chin ups are fundamental exercises in a trainer's tool kit. Learn the advantages of and differences between these two critical exercises.
Weightlifting safety is critical but not common sense. From warm-up to lifts, read our home gym bench press walkthrough to learn more about proper form and technique.
Everything you could ever want to know about comparing dumbbell types and which are the best choice for your gym.
Here's how you can complete an entire, curated CrossFit workout routine at home with only Ironmaster equipment.
High-Intensity Interval Training is an often used tool in the arsenals of some of the fittest out there: here's why you should try it too.
Your health is an immensely important aspect of your life. It's your responsibility to control it.