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basic strength
The Perpetual COVID-19 Strength Plan
Revisiting advanced training tactics for regaining more strength and muscle because gym openings and closing are a rollercoaster ride.
Clinton Sills
5 Kettlebell Exercises That Don't Swing
You don't have to swing to get that kettlebell thang going. Weigh the merits of these exercises for yourself.
Douglas Perry
Prevent Running Injuries with the Right Conditioning
Running can be a taxing exercise for the body, which is why it is vital to ensure the body is conditioned enough for it.
Russell Thompson
The Role of Your Grip
Arm, leg, or back strength are meaningless without the ability to hold on to whatever needs to be moved.
Dresdin Archibald
Women Need to Lift More
A study of skeletal muscle mass distribution suggests women need to focus on strength training more to offset the impact of aging.
Coach Ninja
Go Back to School on the Basics
As we get more experienced, sometimes we lose sight of mastering the simple things in our quest for complexity.
Shane Trotter
You Can Teach Yourself Anything
Start with the basics and you can teach yourself back flips, presses to handstand, Olympic lifting, juggling, slacklining, and almost anything.
Jonny Slick
Study Says Women Beat Men on Stamina and Muscular Endurance
While men were faster and more powerful at first, they became more exhausted much faster than the women.
Andy Peloquin
Better Together: Superset Your Workouts
More work, less time, bigger pump. What's not to love?
Brad Borland
The Newbie Guide to Building Muscle
The first few months after you start lifting are the best you'll have in your career. Here's how to get the most from them.
Jason Maxwell
Strength Is Not the Enemy of Yoga
Adding strength training to your yoga practice might help you achieve poses you can't currently access.
Jennifer Pilotti
The Minimalist Guide to Lifting
Toss out the clutter in your fitness life and get back to what has always worked.
Brad Borland
Novice Lifters: What to Do About Your First Plateau
When your initial wave of progress grinds to a halt, some simple program modifications can get you moving again.
Vid Rajapaksa
Pound for Pound Lifting: Who Is Stronger? (Wilks vs. Sinclair)
Bodyweight numbers and strength - what does the math say?
Dresdin Archibald
Ready to Sweat Yoga: Strength, Flexibility, and Self-Care
Ready to sweat yoga workouts are rigorous sessions that will have you moving, getting stronger, and sweating with yoga sequences and strength training.
Mindith Rahmat
4 Safe and Effective Minimalist Workouts for 40+ Athletes
No need for crazy workouts - all it takes is a positive attitude and some minimal equipment to build strength that will last you a lifetime.
Timothy Bell