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The Hack Squat Machine - Do You Use It?

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For those of you that are gym members, you know that there are several leg machines available for use in most gyms. [...]

Medicine Ball Exercises You’ve Never Tried

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When I think of a medicine ball I think of boxers or mma fighters using them to train with. The average person probably doesn’t own a medicine ball because they have no idea about how to use them or what they are good for. Medicine balls are great for developing strength, power, and [...]

Proper Use of the Leg Press Machine

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One machine that I rarely use in the gym is the leg press. It is often in use by others but the main reason I shy away from it is because I wasn’t exactly sure about the proper way to use it. With that being said, I looked up videos on how to [...]

Lat Pull-Down Machine - Proper Way to Use It

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I try to use various weight machines at the gym and one of my favorites is the lat pull-down machine for my back muscles. Whenever I get in some good sets with this machine, I feel sore the very next day, right in the targeted muscles.
Muscles targeted: latissimus dorsi, middle trapezius, shoulders, arms
Improper Use
I [...]

Fitness Apparel - Is it Worth the Money?

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When I decided to start working out regularly, I made sure to invest in decent running shoes and I also purchased “gym clothes” meaning some shorts, sports bras, and well cushioned socks. I throw on a t-shirt and I feel ready to work out. Fitness apparel is a big industry and there is [...]