bodybuilding

Strength training: how to increase muscle mass

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:25:28 +0100

Mass is important in sports where moving objects- either people or heavy implements- requires the use of momentum

Strength training for muscle gains

admin — Wed, 12 May 2010 17:17:43 +0100

by Reggie Johal, owner of Predator Nutrition

Weight training: The Romanian deadlift

admin — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:22:16 +0000

A safer alternative for back strengthening

Weight training: Single Leg Squat

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:30:58 +0000

Two heads may be better than one, but this maxim often does not apply specifically to training the legs for sports performance – where training one at a time may be better than training two.

The power snatch from hang

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:10:10 +0000

The power snatch from the hang is ideal for anybody who needs to develop power through the lower limbs – for example, runners, long jumpers, footballers and rugby players. It is also brilliant for those who need to improve jumping combined with overhead power – for example, tennis players (serving and overhead shots), volley ball players and javelin throwers.

Power Clean from the Hang

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:07:05 +0000

The power clean from the hang is a clean where the bar is received in a partial or semi-squat position only and starts from a hang position and not from the floor. This variant provides most of the benefits of the power snatch from the hang; however, as the bar is caught at the chest (or rack) position, more weight can be handled, which means more strength and power benefits.

The Power Jerk

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:58:40 +0000

This exercise requires the bar to be taken to an overhead position from the rack position. Athletes such as boxers, athletic event throwers and tennis players can all benefit from the power jerk. The main reason is that force is transferred into the floor, through the body and finally through the limbs.

The Overhead Squat

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:04:07 +0000

The overhead squat is a weight training exercise which focuses on increasing the range of movement across the body. This exercise will encourage gains in strength, power, flexibility and coordination.

The clean and jerk : the Olympic bar bear

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:43:29 +0000

The Olympic Bar Bear is a weight training exercise which focuses on mobilising all of the body's joints.

The clean see's the lifter explosively pulling the weight from the floor to a resting position across deltoids and clavicles. From this position, the lifter bends the knees and then straightens them in order to propel the barbell overhead.

The shoulder press: behind the neck press

peak performance — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:14:00 +0000

The behind the neck press is a weight training exercise which focuses on increasing the range of movement of the shoulder. It also increases an athlete's overhead lifting strength.

The lift is performed standing, which means the abdominals, obliques and back muscles are also developed.

Weight training: how to perform the most common weightlifting exercises

admin — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:26:18 +0100

Olympic lifts: increase your strength and power

Bench Press: is it a dangerous workout exercise?

admin — Fri, 15 May 2009 11:16:36 +0100

Bench pressing is more likely to cause an injury and keep you out of the gym

Strength training: overloading to increase muscle mass

admin — Fri, 15 May 2009 10:47:00 +0100

The traditional methods of resistance training might not be the most effective way to increase strength

Recommended Protein Intake to Build Muscle Mass

admin — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:03:49 +0000

Optimum protein intake levels for athletes and when to take protein to build muscle

Is Training Intensity the Real Key to Building Muscle Mass?

admin — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:50:30 +0000

Weight Training for Genuine Strength and Power Gains

Using safety gear in the gym

Danny ODell — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100

Use the safety gear that is on quality equipment

Women's barbell military press

Danny ODell — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100

The barbell military press has no peer amongst other upper body shoulder exercises.

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Women's dumbbell military press

Danny ODell — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100

The dumbbell military press is a fine exercise for women who desire strong triceps.

The Gironda Curl

Danny ODell — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100

Vince Gironda aka the iron guru was an old time strength and bodybuilding coach. This curl originated in Vince Gironda's fertile mind.

The Lifting Belt

Danny ODell — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100

Several different lifting belts shown and explained.

The non supported dumbbell row

Danny ODell — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100

The non supported dumbbell row develops not only the upper back but provides a stimulus for growth in the lower back.

Bodybuilding supplements with resistance training

admin — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 10:55:38 +0100

Supplements: why timing is all

Weight training: the dumbbell pullover

admin — Sun, 19 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000

This exercise strengthens soft tissue, reducing the risk of injury

Weight training: how to select the correct training regime for optimum hormonal response

admin — Sun, 19 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000

The intensity of a resistance training programme can affect your hormone balance, leading to changes in body weight

body building

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0100

Body building - Why bodybuilding dependence is not just a problem for men

Abdominal strength training- the curl-up

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0100

Poor technique compromises the effectiveness of the curl up, so it is worth checking you are doing it right

Weight Training: the romanian deadlift exercise

admin — Tue, 15 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0100

How to perform the single-legged Romanian deadlift

Strength Training: weight lifting strategy

admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2003 00:00:00 +0000

Are three sets necessary to optimise your strength?

Weight lifting: which is more effective free weights or weight machines?

admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2003 00:00:00 +0000

Free weights offer more specific training than machines

Weight training: add some intensity to your weight training sessions by eccentric loading

admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2003 00:00:00 +0000

Eccentric loading boosts weight training benefits