Building a Champion’s Gut: Why Athletes Need a High-Fiber Diet TOPIC: Every inch of an athlete’s body is a finely tuned machine. From explosive power to unwavering endurance, peak performance relies on optimal fueling. Often overlooked, but essential for this...
5 Squat Alternatives That Don’t Use a Barbell TOPIC: Squats are a staple in most training programs. But what if you don’t have access to a bar, are dealing with an injury, or just flat-out hate barbell back squats? Give these five barless squat alternatives a...
Conventional vs. Sumo Deadlift: Which is Right for Me? TOPIC: The deadlift is the ultimate test of raw strength in the realm of powerlifting and strength training. It’s a lift that requires no assistance from momentum, elastic energy, or the stretch reflex that...
Grip Strength Training for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu TOPIC: If you practice Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), you know how important grip strength is. Whether you are fighting for a collar choke, defending a takedown, or escaping a submission, having a strong grip can give you a...
Slow Reps vs. Fast Reps TOPIC: You’ve probably noticed that some people in the gym tend to perform their reps as fast as possible, whereas others take a slow and controlled approach. But which is better? And is that even the right question to ask? How do you know...
