As you get stronger, you become able to lift heavier and heavier weights. That much is probably obvious. But what beginners sometimes miss is that it’s a bit of a chicken-and-egg situation: You become ...

It's the most important training principle when looking to build strength and muscle. Here's how you can implement it into your own training ...

There's a lot of gym jargon out there — including the phrase "progressive overload." Maybe you've read about progressive overload in workout plans, come across info about it from a fitness ...

One of the biggest hits against resistance (strength) training is that it can be perceived as boring and tedious. This can be a result of doing the same exercise, with the same weight, on the same day ...

Six universally accepted, scientific training principles are the foundation for athletic training, and they must be followed if you hope to improve your physical conditioning and performance. They are ...

Last week, we laid the foundation for your new health and fitness plan. Continue doing everything you learned last week, adding on today's exercises and tips to progress toward your goal.

Great question! And, an especially timely one with holiday commitments looming which often make it difficult to maintain a routine. Your question speaks to the basic principles of fitness training.