The most common types of barbells you’ll come across in your local gym are Olympic barbells or standard barbells. But is one better than the other and which one should you use. Keep reading as in this article we’ll be considering the key differences between Olympic barbell vs standard barbell. What Is An Olympic Barbell …
A Technical Guide to Different Dumbbell Types If you’re fed up with the lack of clarity surrounding the different types of dumbbells with articles pumping out information that’s confusing and factually incorrect. We’ve got you covered, as we’ve set about creating the ultimate guide to the different types of dumbbells. This guide covers everything including …
Barbell collars can very often be overlooked in a gym, many people think that they aren’t necessary so don’t tend to bother with them. However, it’s important to use them each and every time you load any plates on to your bar. What Are Barbell Collars The primary purpose of barbell collars is to keep …
Fractional plates, or micro plates, enable lifters to make small, precise weight increments, crucial for progressing in strength training. They are typically used in conjunction with calibrated plates to ensure accuracy on the barbell. Related Reading: What Is A Calibrated Plate Making small weight increments is called micro loading which can result in the difference …
Discover all you need to know about calibrated plates and their importance in powerlifting and weightlifting, especially when lifting heavy!
Commercial gyms seem to be popping up everywhere (a bit like coffee shops!). They’re known as ‘big box gyms’ and whether it’s LA Gym or Planet Fitness, you can pretty much find one on every street corner. But how do commercial chain gyms compare to independent and private gyms? In this article, I’m going to …
Over the years the stairmaster machine has been growing in popularity, especially among women. Even though it was invented back in the early 80’s, the fast rise in popularity is down to an increased desire to develop the glutes. You might be thinking ‘How can a StairMaster be used for strength training?’ Recommended Reading – 6 …
Whether your goal is weight loss or improving cardiovascular fitness, a regular cardio workout is key to achieving these goals. In the gym, two of the more common cardio machines are the Stairmaster and the treadmill. But which one is the better option for aerobic exercise? Recommended Reading – 3 Critical Treadmill Vs Treadclimber Cardio Comparisons The common question of …
For many people, core workouts often comprise a few bodyweight exercises such as crunches and sit-ups. While these are certainly effective when done properly, using gym machines for abs, can help you focus on specific abdominal muscles, like the rectus abdominis and external obliques. Recommended Reading – 6 Easy At Home Core Workouts …
The leg press is one of the best exercises you can undertake for building muscle mass and a great way to test your stamina. But, before using a leg press how much weight should you be loading? Read on, to find out. Whether you are a beginner lifter or attend the gym regularly, it’s important …