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Many are probably asking themselves: How fast or slow should I perform my movements to optimally build muscle? What influence does the movement speed during the individual strength exercises have on my training success? A Brazilian study addressed this question. Here are the results:
Many people have moved their fitness regimen from the gym to their own homes during the pandemic. And initial studies show that many don’t want to go back to the gym either. So to ensure that your home workout is also thriving, here are the …
Circuit training has been part of the fixed training program of many athletes for decades. And that was and is a good idea, because it is incredibly versatile. You can perform numerous exercises and vary them over and over again. In addition, you can improve your aerobic and anaerobic endurance and your strength, speed, and balance skills with circuit training.
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Regular strength training is one of the best things you can do for your body. You don’t just get a great figure. Bones, metabolism, and all internal organs also benefit. However, there are a few things to keep in mind for success. First, you should …
Do you suffer from severe back pain? Your legs hurt, and there are even signs of paralysis? Sure, it’s a slipped disc. Not necessarily. In many runners, a small muscle in the buttocks can cause the same symptoms. Doctors call it piriformis syndrome. The good …
Anyone who wants to study at the German Sport University in Cologne has to pass the legendary qualifying test. A hard day with many tests. And the test that particularly many fail is pull-ups. But even those who don’t want to study there should definitely integrate pull-ups into their training.
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