Abductors and Adductors

Abductors and Adductors

Aug 2, 2023 | Muscle of the Month

Abductors This group of muscles are responsible for hip abduction (moving the leg away from the midline of the body). They also help with rotation of the leg at the hip joint and are necessary for being able to remain stable when walking or standing on one leg. In...
German Volume Training

German Volume Training

Jul 2, 2023 | Training

German volume training (GVT) is an intense exercise program that builds the muscle mass and strength necessary for weightlifters to move beyond personal plateaus. It’s sometimes called the 10-sets method. The training program involves high numbers of sets and...
Moderate Intensity Steady State Training

Moderate Intensity Steady State Training

Jul 2, 2023 | Training

MISS, or Moderate-Intensity, Steady-State, is a similar form of cardio to LISS, but with increased speed and effort. For example, if your LISS cardio is walking at a fast pace, MISS would be a jog. At the beginning of MISS, your heart rate should be around 65-75% of...
Biceps

Biceps

Jul 2, 2023 | Muscle of the Month

The biceps muscle has 2 heads, the long head and short head. BICEPS BRACHII This muscle is responsible for bending the forearm back towards the upper arm so is involved in lifting and pulling movements. It also plays a part in supinating the forearm, turning the palms...
Core

Core

Jun 2, 2023 | Muscle of the Month

The core transfers the forces between your upper and lower extremities. The core and limbs need to be strong and stable before any form of movement can happen through the limbs so, the stronger you make your core, the more efficient and stronger your movements will...