Cardio vs Resistance Training for Fat Loss

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Cardio vs Resistance Training for Fat Loss

There’s a common misconception that cardio is the most effective tool for fat loss. However, resistance training has been proven to outperform cardio by boosting metabolism and building lean muscle mass. In this article, we debunk the myths surrounding cardio and highlight the science-backed benefits of resistance training for fat loss. Learn why diet remains the cornerstone of fat loss, and how incorporating full-body resistance routines can help you achieve a leaner, more toned physique. Discover effective strategies to enhance your metabolism and reach your fitness goals.

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Best Home Exercise Equipment - Starter Pack

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Best Home Exercise Equipment - Starter Pack

Whether you’re a coach, a client, or workout enthusiast, for many of us, the gyms are closed, and we’re stuck at home. Limited space and equipment access may leave you wondering how you can continue to stay in shape in a challenging and productive way that’s aligned with your goals. Keep reading for my 5 favorite home training products, and ways you can modify the same exercises you typically do in the gym, at home or outside, with a coach, or on your own.

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Body Recomposition vs. Weight Loss: Transform Your Body, Not Just Your Weight

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Body Recomposition vs. Weight Loss: Transform Your Body, Not Just Your Weight

Struggling with stubborn fat despite the numbers on the scale? Discover the power of body recomposition in "Body Recomposition or Body Decomposition?" Learn why focusing on lean muscle and fat balance is crucial for lasting health, how to optimize your training and nutrition, and why traditional weight loss methods might be holding you back. Transform your fitness journey by understanding the true metrics of success.

Read the full article now and reshape your approach to a healthier you!

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Cannonball Abs

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Cannonball Abs

Forget endless crunches! In Cannonball Abs, I dive into the truth about abdominal training: it’s core stability, not six-pack aesthetics, that truly matters. While many routines focus on flexing and moving the spine, real strength lies in your core's ability to resist movement and protect the spine under stress. Learn why exercises like planks and deadlifts outshine sit-ups for spinal health and functional fitness. With a smarter approach, you’ll build cannonball-strong abs that protect and perform. Ready to transform your core?

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Swimming Fast and Loose

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Swimming Fast and Loose

Have you ever noticed swimmers compulsively shaking their muscles and fidgeting behind the blocks before a race? From Michael Phelps iconic arm swings to the, “dancing queen,” Sierra Schmidt, at last summers Olympic Trials, it turns out there is more to moving and staying loose, than just nervous energy.

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Bonking in Training: What It Is and How to Prevent Hitting the Wall

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Bonking in Training: What It Is and How to Prevent Hitting the Wall

Ever felt dizzy, nauseous, or completely drained mid-workout? You may have experienced bonking—also known as hitting the wall. Bonking happens when your body runs out of energy due to depleted glycogen, dehydration, or electrolyte imbalance. It can feel overwhelming both physically and mentally, but it’s preventable. In this article, you’ll learn what bonking means, what it feels like, and how to recover fast. More importantly, you’ll discover smart strategies to avoid bonking in your future workouts.

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Stable Endurance Training: Mastering the Bunkie Test for Line Stability and Core Endurance

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Stable Endurance Training: Mastering the Bunkie Test for Line Stability and Core Endurance

The Bunkie test is a functional endurance test to help identify functional stability, endurance, and control through some of the common fascial lines. It’s a series of 5 exercises, performed bilaterally (both sides). Its a simple test for identifying weak links in your ability to efficiency coordinate multiple muscles linked in a kinetic chain associated with particular movement patterns, and can help you identify weak links and patterns to program more specifically for your needs.

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