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Our body has 639 muscles. Not all of them are important for an athletic figure. Nevertheless, it makes sense to train most of them. Of course, this works best with a whole-body workout. But how long should a training session last in each case to …
Besides bench press, squats are one of the most important exercises in strength training. Hardly any strength training session can do without them. Therefore, the high error rate with this exercise without and with weights is all the more astonishing. Therefore, here are the 4 …
It should be common knowledge by now how important our core muscles are. Without sufficiently strong abdominal and back muscles, there is no optimal fitness. Back pain is also pre-programmed if the core muscles are not strong enough. Therefore, here are 6 tips that show …
Hardly anyone who is more intensively involved in fitness can ignore this training option: Metabolic Conditioning, or MetCon for short, has for some time been considered the ultimate when it comes to demanding everything from the body. The workout provides extra strength and endurance in …
If you are looking for a device that allows you to train the whole body, a medicine ball is the best choice. Already 120 years, the differently weighted ball is back in vogue. Another advantage: It is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.
Every athlete has their favorite side. The problem is that muscular imbalances develop if I focus too much attention on just one area during strength training or other fitness programs. The results are poor posture and increased susceptibility to injury. Here’s everything you need to …