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Why Do You Need To Strength Train?

As a runner you probably put the miles in each week but why should you also build up your strength? Basically it will help to prevent injury, may also improve your efficiency

Most people are used to seeing the barbell but there are many different types of weight lifting bars and it’s important to use the right bar for what you want to achieve. Here we will try to explain the

Should you use weights and if so what weights? Want to know how to do a squat and whether you should start with machines? What’s the best form? Here we explore all you need to know about squatting.

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Before you start working on your strength a good starting point is to define what it is you are trying to achieve, short and long term. This will help to design your programme and ensure you succeed.

Should you love a lunge? Single leg or alternate? Popular the world over with personal trainers and fitness instructors, you will see lunges performed everywhere. But the big question is, are they really

Where are your Deltoids? Your deltoids are in your shoulders and are actually the largest muscle there. Their job is to enable you to move your arm and shoulder joints in different movements. Put simply

If you love running but want to improve your performance don’t just focus on the running. It is crucial that you think about adding strength training into your weekly training regime. Here we look at

You’ve done curl after curl but your biceps won’t grow. What gives? You could be performing curls with sloppy form. This will hinder growth in the bicep. Maybe you’re doing exercises you think are targeting

What type of home exercise equipment are you looking for?  There are all sorts of options available, limited only by your budget, your space, and your needs. So check our guide now to get a flavour of