The back squat, universally hailed the king of leg exercises, holds a timeless place in the realm of strength training. It’s a basic barbell movement that challenges not only your physical strength, but mental strength as well. The reason it is such a tough exercise to conquer has to do with not just muscular power, but muscular coordination,…
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Sharing some festive ways to enjoy rice crispies this Halloween season! With the spookiest day of the year just around the corner, I can feel the excitement in the air. Halloween isn’t just about costumes and pumpkins; it’s a fun time to bake up some tasty treats! Today, I’m sharing a delightful Halloween Rice Krispie…
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Squaring off against a stacked lineup of strongman competitors that included Mitchell Hooper, current World’s Strongest man and winner of the 2022 Giants Live World Tour, Tom “The Albatross” Stoltman cemented his case as the best of the bunch by winning the 2023 Giants Live World Tour Finals. Showcasing his range of skills across five grueling events, the…
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About a year and a half ago, I decided to upgrade my cheap squat stand to a sturdier and more versatile squat rack. After weeks of research trying to find the best squat rack, I finally found one that met all of my requirements: the Titan Fitness X-3 Series Power Rack. I frequently alternate between different training styles,…
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Testosterone is a crucial hormone for men’s health and influences muscle growth, fat distribution, bone density, and mood. As men age, declining testosterone levels can result in challenges like weight gain, reduced energy, and decreased libido, not to mention the unwelcome issue of “man boobs.” As a personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist with over 20 years of…
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To be the best, you have to beat the best. Considering how close he came to taking home the title in his Men’s Open debut, 2022 Mr. Olympia runner-up Derek Lunsford certainly seems capable of toppling Hadi Choopan from his throne in just a few weeks. Yet even though the former 212 Olympia winner represents a major threat…
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Hi friends! Happy Friday! How was the week? I hope you had a great one. What’s going on this weekend? We have an event for the girls’ school, Trunk or Treat, and we’re celebrating the Pilot’s bday a little early (and yes, his favorite cake is on the menu). I’d love to hear what you…
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Don’t be mistaken — it’s essential that you push yourself in the gym. However, just because high-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become incredibly popular doesn’t mean it’s the only option for people who want to burn fat and lose weight. In fact, you can trim inches off your waistline without coming close to hitting your VO2 max or…
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Let’s just say last year didn’t go as expected for Evan “T-Rex” Singleton. Considered one of the front-runners for the 2022 Giants Live World Tour Finals, the former professional wrestler suffered a significant setback in September 2022 when he tore his right distal biceps tendon during a training session. The injury not only knocked Singleton out of competing…
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When some people want to build muscle, they start cycling. No, we’re not talking about using performance enhancing drugs — those build a good bit of muscle with a whole host of side effects. We’re talking about actually cycling as in, riding a bike. Various forms of biking are gaining popularity, either outdoors in the real world or…
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