April 2024

Weight Lifting Warm Up Ideas and Why Warm Ups Are Important

When you walk into the gym, what’s the first thing you do? Some people walk right to the weights and start lifting, while others may walk over to the treadmill to get a warm up in, but when it comes to weight lifting a proper warm up is so important and can make a differenceContinue reading “Weight Lifting Warm Up Ideas and Why Warm Ups Are Important”

EMOM Workout (3 Blocks)

Looking for a workout to get your heart rate up? Give this EMOM workout a try. This workout works like this. Set your timer for 8 minutes, and choose the first two exercises. Complete the reps listed and rest the remainder of the minute. Then move into the second exercise complete the reps, rest theContinue reading “EMOM Workout (3 Blocks)”

5 Compound Movements & Why You Should Be Including Them In Your Training

A compound exercise is a multi-joint movement that work many muscle groups at the same time. The opposite of these movements are isolation exercises which typically focus (or isolate) a single muscle group at a time. So why should we focus on compound movements? Because compound movements focus on multiple muscle groups at the sameContinue reading “5 Compound Movements & Why You Should Be Including Them In Your Training “

Lower Body Dumbbell & Barbell Workout

Start your Monday off with a strong lower body workout. For today’s workout you will need a bench, dumbbells and a barbell. You may also want a barbell pad if you find you need cushioning under your hips for hip thrusts. This one is short and sweet with only 4 exercises, but packs a punch.Continue reading “Lower Body Dumbbell & Barbell Workout”

Good Trainers Versus Great Trainers: 4 Differences to Look For

If you are in the market for a trainer it’s important to find a high-quality trainer to help you achieve your goals. In the world of fitness influencers and fitness professionals, it’s important to be able to spot the difference between the two. It’s easy for someone to have success on their personal fitness journeyContinue reading “Good Trainers Versus Great Trainers: 4 Differences to Look For “

5X5 Upper Body Dumbbell Workout

Today I’m sharing a 5X5 workout focusing on the upper body. You will need a set of dumbbells and a bench for this workout. Complete 10 reps of each exercise in a circuit format (all exercises and then return to the top). You will complete the 5 exercises for 5 sets. Dumbbell Chest Press (10Continue reading “5X5 Upper Body Dumbbell Workout”