V Squat vs. Hack Squat: What’s The Difference? If you’re looking for an exercise to isolate your quadriceps and develop strong thighs, then consider squats leg day’s close, often-visited friend. And just as friends come in all shapes and sizes, there are a plethora of ways to remix the standard…

What Is A Hack Squat? With the current popularity of lifehacks, it’s easy to assume the hack squat is some modern variation meant to solve a problem with the traditional squat. And though the move was created to switch up normal weighted or simple bodyweight squats, people have been hack…

6 Tricep Exercises with Dumbbells  If it’s arm day and you’re gearing up to give your triceps some attention, you might instinctively gravitate towards the cable machine. But this piece of equipment isn’t the only ally for toning the upper arm muscles—dumbbell workouts can be just as effective as cable…

Best Strength Workout For Runners All you need to do to run better is run more, right? Not quite. Strength training is an integral part of any well-rounded runner’s workout routine. In order to run like the wind, you have to be stronger than the wind. Not only can a…

How To Prevent Shin Splints If you’ve ever felt the radiating ache of shin splints, you know this injury can be enough of a pain to make you want to hang up your running shoes for the foreseeable future. And while they’re one of the more common athletic injuries, they…

You’ve most likely asked yourself “what are triceps” and how can I work them out? Well, they’re those muscles at the back of the upper arm, that are responsible for fully extending the elbow joints and flexing the arm toward the body. But rather than being a single muscle, they’re…

There’s always more than one way to do something, and reverse fly workouts are no exception. You can do them standing or sitting, with or without weights, using one arm or two, bench or no bench––there’s just so much beauty in such versatility! If you’re unfamiliar, the reverse fly is…

Tired of the same ol’ exercise routine? If you’re looking to add a little more excitement to your daily workout, look no further. The turf area is a great place to kick traditional workouts to the curb and add some adventure to your fitness journey, whether you’re focusing on cardio,…

You’re at the gym, doing your standard workout when your earbuds fall silent between songs, and you overhear the trainer nearby mention pullover exercises. You draw a blank. What are those? Should I be doing them, too?  Or maybe you’re a little more familiar with this dumbbell-ladened move. You’ve tried…

Whether you prefer weighted or bodyweight exercises, you can’t deny the benefits of the back extension machine.  The back extension machine can be one of the most divisive and controversial machines at the gym. Because it requires some skill to use, many gym-goers can be intimidated when approaching this strength…