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High Intensity Interval Training Benefits

HIIT Benefits

BENEFITS OF ECCENTRIC EXERCISE

Eccentric exercises have been used extensively and are known for their great benefits for strength gains and muscle development. Eccentric exercises are commonly known as “negatives” as the emphasis is on controlling the resistance while the muscle is lengthening. For example, the eccentric portion of a bench press is when the weight is being loweredContinue reading “BENEFITS OF ECCENTRIC EXERCISE”

IMPORTANCE OF RECOVERY AFTER PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT)

We do not emphasize enough the importance of high intensity training and its amazing benefits. However, we should consider recovery as important as training, to allow adaptations and prevent injury. As much as training intensity is important, the recovery process has a vital role when it comes to support and enhance training adaptations. Physical trainingContinue reading “IMPORTANCE OF RECOVERY AFTER PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT)”

APPLIED EXERCISE SCIENCE: Reach your fitness goals through training based on scientific facts

The internet provides millions of opinions from unverified sources. Most exercise and fitness information posted online is based on opinions and experiences, rather than on scientific facts. I am committed to post ONLY science based articles to promote actual scientific knowledge for educational purposes. Strength and Conditioning is a highly competitive field with thousands ofContinue reading “APPLIED EXERCISE SCIENCE: Reach your fitness goals through training based on scientific facts”