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For runners, there is probably no more versatile training than a fartlek. In this endurance and speed training developed by a Swede, you vary the speed and intensity of your run. It will keep you in constant motion and increase your aerobic and anaerobic endurance.
How the rest periods are arranged during strength training plays an important role. Depending on the training method, it is between one and five minutes. However, recent studies show that more tremendous success can be achieved with shorter recovery intervals. Experts refer to this as …
Training with the right weight is the most important prerequisite for continuous increases in performance. Whether you want to improve your strength or endurance, define muscles, or simply look more athletic. To achieve your goals, it helps to know your one-repetition maximum.
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They are noises that many know from their own experience. With some movements, they can even be quite loud. But do I need to worry if my joints are cracking and popping when I’m exercising? As long as it doesn’t hurt, probably not. But you …
Nature has arranged it that way. As a result, our bodies are subject to specific rules we should obey. This is especially true for those who do strength training regularly. Without adhering to the most crucial training principles, you not only waste a lot of …
Planks are proven to be the best exercise for strengthening the core. They are superior to sit-ups in many respects and are the best way to acquire a six-pack. They also help prevent back pain. But only if you avoid these mistakes with Planks.
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