A new study in pre-print shows that doing fewer reps at higher volume weight can yield muscle gains. The findings suggests that even just doing two to three sets could see muscle growth. Here’s what that means for you and your workouts. We’ve all been there: You overslept your alarm, or a meeting ran late,…
Setting out to reduce body fat and build muscle at the same – otherwise known as changing your body composition – is among the most common goals for fitness newbies and gym fanatics alike. Adjusting this tissue ratio without major changes in weight can lead to better performance, health and aesthetics. However, general advice of…
The world has gone wild for Aldi’s £150 reformer Pilates machine. Since launching just three days ago, the supermarket chain has been forced to introduce a ticketing system after customers physically fought to get their hands on one, with Tiktokkers revealing three-hour waits, 5.30am wake-ups and queues down the street, and some successful buyers now…
In 2023, Pilates stole the crown from strength training for the most-booked workout class on ClassPass, with reservations up 92%. It reigned supreme in 2024, with another +84% increase in bookings. But its popularity isn’t necessarily reflective of the benefits; while it may be the most sought-after form of exercise right now, the science shows…
Unless you’re a collegiate crew athlete or a CrossFit regular, chances are you ignore the rowing machine as blatantly as Big did Carrie, Benny Blanco does hair gel, or my last Hinge date does women’s rights (yikes). But here’s the deal: the rower (a.k.a. the ergometer) offers serious health perks and can help you hit…
On the cusp of his 60th birthday, David Tuckfield figured it was time to make a decision. He could either stick with his life of inactivity, or he could take back his health and start new habits. He choose the latter, lost more than 60 pounds and 20 percent body fat, and started doing half…
Let’s be honest: not all exercises were created equal. Some moves have earned a permanent spot in our workouts without actually pulling their weight. To help you swerve wasted time and zero gains, exercise scientist Dr Mike Israetel shares his list of exercises that he believes simply aren’t worth your sweat. ‘There are no stupid…
It’s not uncommon to see specialist training plans aimed at over-60s, over-50s, and even – worryingly – aimed at those in their 40s and 30s. But do you really need to completely switch up your approach to the gym once you hit half the century mark? Short answer: no. Let us explain why. What Really…
Once you become a mom, it’s hard to wake up and do whatever you please. Instead, you wake up and have to go full speed ahead. At least, that was my experience. Every single morning I was playing catch up; I was never able to really get all the things done that I needed to,…
By now, we’re well versed in the benefits of strength training, and can count on improving bone density and decreasing risk of injury and cardiovascular disease when we pick up those weights. And increasingly, resistance exercises are being recognised as key to longevity, too. A meta analysis found that people who perform resistance training are…
