Photo: maridav (Shutterstock) you may have heard Dumbbell exercises are better than barbell exercises because they work more of your body. “stabilizers,” or that free weights are better than machines for Same reason. But what are stabilizer muscles? AAre they really careless with machine exercises and are they so important for training? What are stabilizer … Read more
Photo: oleksboiko (Shutterstock) Forearm or wrist bruises are a common problem when you first start working out with kettlebells, but it doesn’t have to be. People who are able to do start after start without pauses are No just used to pain; they simply have learned how to do the move without hitting his wrist. … Read more
Photo: YAKOBCHUK VYACHESLAV (Shutterstock) Fitness is one of those areas where you can literally spend as much money as you have. There are gyms that cost $10 a month and there are gyms, sorry, boutique fitness studios—that will run you $50 or more per workout. There is a similar wide open price range for clothing, … Read more
Photo: Kzenon (Shutterstock) There are many ways to start an exercise routine, and as we point out here, it’s not always worth worrying about the details. But does it matter what kind of gym you join? Gyms with squat racks and weights give you plenty of options to get stronger, but it’s rare to find … Read more
Photo: ArtRoms (Shutterstock) Dumbbells and barbells, the two workhorses of free weight training, each have subtly different benefits. Dumbbells are small; you have one in each hand. A bar is the longest implement, typically two-handed. Many exercises can be done with either. So how do you choose? The bars allow you to carry more total … Read more
Photo: monkey business images (Shutterstock) We are still in the busiest time of year for gyms. A good chunk of the people who started with the new year goals are still there, and the regulars who may have stuck to the less busy times at the beginning of the year. they are going back to … Read more