Tag Archive for: Strength

Common reasons for a lack of progress in the gym

If you are not seeing the results that you feel you should be getting then you are not alone! Time and time again I chat to people about their training, their goals and how its all going and to be honest quite often the individuals are not overly…

Why are rest periods between sets important in weight training? Can a lack of rest actually be holding you back in the gym?

Rest periods between sets in are important for a variety of reasons, and they can significantly impact your workout performance and progress. Here are some key reasons why rest periods matter in the gym: Muscle Recovery: When you lift weights,…

Why should we lift weights?

We hear a lot of people going on about the benefits of strength training, but why exactly should we lift weights? Aside from the aesthetic reasons (Which does tend to be why a lot of people start in the first place), there are numerous physical…

DOMS – What exactly are they?

We've all heard the dreaded phase 'DOMS' We all know the pain associated with them and the fun of not being able to walk after a big legs workout! But what exactly are DOMs? DOMS = Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness. Delayed onset muscle soreness…