Workouts and Training

Start by setting the bench to achieve a roughly 90-degree knee angle at the peak of the motion. Sit and secure the hip belt or bar snugly across your hips, positioning it in the crease of your hips. Ensure your upper back, specifically the lower scapula, rests against the bench's edge, aligning it with the center. Activate your glutes and push directly upward until your hips align with your shoulders and knees, ensuring the bench supports the mid-scapula region. Keep your core engaged, maintain a slight chin tuck, and focus your gaze on your body. Slowly lower back to the...

💪 Exercise & Health 💪A recent study supported by NIH found that women who exercise regularly enjoy greater health benefits than men, even with less time spent sweating it out. Published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, the study analyzed data from over 400,000 adults aged 27-61 over two decades. The results? Women had a 24% lower risk of premature death and a 36% lower risk of fatal cardiovascular events compared to non-exercisers, while men had a 15% and 14% lower risk, respectively. And guess what? These benefits apply to all types of exercise! Whether it's brisk walking,...

💪 Gender Disparities in Resistance Training 💪Only 20% of women resistance train twice weekly, while men participate 30% more often. This gap reflects enduring gender stigmas around fitness.Research shows a striking 27-to-1 ratio of men to women in gym free weight sections.Let’s break barriers and promote inclusive fitness! 💪🌟 #GenderDisparities #ResistanceTraining #InclusiveFitness

The literature is continuing to lean towards longer rest periods between sets (2-min +) if the goal is to build muscle.What about you? What’s your ideal rest period between sets?