Retaining Muscle Mass – Should You Do Pre or Post Workout Cardio?

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Cardiovascular training aka “cardio” has countless benefits for the human body, which we won’t delve into in this article. However, we do have a serious question for you… How many times have you seen people get to the gym, hop on a cardio machine, gas themselves to death, and then do resistance training right after? […]

Build Muscle and Lose Fat Workout: Why You’re Spinning Your Wheels

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“I want to build muscle and lose fat at the same time.” This is a phrase that is all too common in the fitness industry. If you ask most people what their goals are when they start training, this is usually the first phrase that comes up. It’s one of the most common concepts our IIFYM […]

How do I Know When to Transition From Cutting to Muscle Growth?

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We’ve encountered a lot of clients want to know how to transition goals. Going from fat loss centric to muscle growth focused. We had an article created on this exact topic. Especially since there’s a lot to consider when it comes to transitioning diet plan goals: Are you ready to transition physique goals? The simplistic answer is […]

Is Working Out While Sick Detrimental To Your Health?

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Waking up grumpy, achy and a nose running more than a broken faucet, only to end up working out anyway (because gain) sounds quite admirable. Nothing’s going to stop you from sweating your way to an even better version of yourself. Yeah, that sounds cool until you’re “that person” sneezing all over the equipment, truly […]

9 Benefits of HIIT: Is it the King of Cardio?

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I’m about to use a word that I absolutely hate, and that word is CARDIO. I may be standing alone on this one, but I’m willing to bet there are many of you out there reading this article having the exact same thought. I live an extremely hectic life between running my business and being […]

The Vast Benefits of Kettlebell Training: Build Your Grip, Stamina, And Physique

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Barbells and dumbbells have long been the staple of an effective training program. And for good reason; they provide the biggest bang-for-your-buck when it comes to building strength, muscle, and sculpting an impressive physique. But, in recent years, a new kid has shown up on the block and has taken a foothold as a must-do […]

Is Cardio Necessary For Fat Loss?

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When most people think of fat loss, the first thing that comes to mind is endless hours of walking on a treadmill. Articles in popular magazines have advocated aerobic training in the so-called, “fat burning zone” over and over again, making it seem impossible to lose fat any other way. Although there is some truth to the notion that […]

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