Category: Training

EAAs play a pivotal role in more than just your health. In this article you’ll learn the benefits of EAAs, why you need them, and how they play a fundamental role in athletic performance. When protein is metabolized, it’s broken down into its simplest form, essential amino acids. Essential amino acids (EAAs) play a pivotal …

Lacking gym equipment? Don’t let that stop you from making gains. These home gym hacks can help you expand your home training options. In recent years, there have been many people opting to start working out at home for a variety of reasons. The upside is that you can train how you want and when …

Intra-workout supplements can be beneficial to help maximize your performance. In this article you’ll learn about their benefits, and what ingredients you need to power your performance. When it comes to supplements, finding which one and the type of products to help optimize your performance and training can be challenging. One type of supplement you …

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, “What program should I move to after I finish my current programming cycle?” This step-by-step guide will help answer that. One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, “What program should I move to after I finish my current programming cycle?” There are several …

Ashwagandha is growing in popularity and for good reason. In this article, you’ll learn why it’s beneficial for athletes and how it can improve your training. Ashwagandha has become extremely popular, because it’s one of the most effective supplements that has ever existed. Clear evidence suggests that Ashwagandha has many potential benefits, regarding training and …

Held on Memorial Day weekend, the Murph is an annual test of endurance, willpower, and commitment to pay tribute to United States Navy SEAL Michael Murphy. Fitness competitions come and go. Powerlifting and Olympic meets happen monthly. Local and national CrossFit competitions are on a reliable set schedule yearly. Regional Tough Mudder, Spartan Races, and …

Know the lingo before you hit the weight room. These definitions could help you learn how to maximize your effort in the gym. Being a beginner in an unfamiliar setting can be intimidating at first. It can also be confusing. If you hear people in a gym throwing around words you don’t know, and you …

A great deal of success lends itself to how you prepare for a process. In this article, learn how to prepare for your return to fitness after taking some time off. Living a fitness-based lifestyle can be incredible. There are many people that can attest to this. Sometimes life gets in the way, and an …

If you’re a weight room regular or just starting out, technique and form should be at the top of your priority list. Check out these 6 ways to coach yourself on your lifts! We have all seen it. People that are new to training are uncomfortable asking others to help them learn the proper form …