Strength training should be an integral part of any keen runner’s workout routine, but the truth is that many fail to make time for it. I can be as guilty of this as any runner, regularly running for ...
Water-based exercises like walking, jumping jacks, and back wall glide may help boost strength and cardio fitness without putting too much pressure on your joints. Exercising in water can provide ...
I’ve been a personal trainer for more than three decades and in my opinion, the reason that people find the calves so tough to develop is their choice of exercises. That’s not to say that there is ...
Overusing the calf muscles can lead to tightness. People who frequently exercise are more susceptible to overusing the calf muscles. Continuing to overuse tight calves can lead to more severe ...
However, in my experience, the real reason calves won’t grow is poor programming. Think about it like this: In the quest for bigger biceps, most people will do 3-5 sets of 2-3 different exercises once ...
Lower body workouts can get monotonous–after all, you can only do so many squats, lunges, and deadlifts. If you’re looking to mix up your leg-day routine with some low-impact bodyweight work ...