Top Vitamins & Minerals For Muscle Gain & Recovery
What Are Vitamins & Minerals & Why Do We Need Them? Eating the correct diet is the best way to gain optimal vitamins and minerals, however many of us don’t consume the correct amount to ensure we do. Plus when performing high-intensity […]
Read MoreLeg extension
Kick it up a notch with this quad builder. How to do it Anchor a loop band in a low position on a support (like an incline bench), looping the other end around your ankle with the band positioned behind you. While seated, […]
Read MoreThe Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K – A Look At Vitamin K
Vitamin K Vitamin K plays a key role in blood clotting. Without this essential vitamin, there’s a higher risk of excessive bleeding, which could lead to death. Types Vitamin K is actually a group of fat-soluble compounds divided into two […]
Read MoreFront squat
Your butt, both sides of your thigh, and hamstrings are going to thank you for this one (after they stop burning). Front squats can also provide a strength boost to your groin, hip flexors, and calves. Stand on the band with your […]
Read MoreThe Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K – A Look At Vitamin E
Vitamin E As a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E protects your cells against premature aging and damage by free radicals. Types Vitamin E is a family of eight structurally similar antioxidants that are divided into two groups: Tocopherols: alpha-tocopherol, beta-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol, and […]
Read MoreStability Decline Push-Up
Benefits: This advanced bodyweight move is a version of a decline push-up that challenges your core just as much as your arms. You should be able to perform regular push-ups with confidence before taking on this exercise. (Here are some tips to […]
Read MoreThe Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K – A Look At Vitamin D
Vitamin D Types Vitamin D is a collective term used to describe a few related fat-soluble compounds. Also known as calciferol, vitamin D comes in two main dietary forms: Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). This form is found in mushrooms and some plants. Vitamin […]
Read MoreStability Ball Deadbug
Benefits: Deadbug exercises teach your core to work as it was designed to do — keeping your spine stable while your arms and legs do their own thing. This variation cranks it up a notch by requiring an extra ab squeeze to keep […]
Read MoreThe Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K – A Look At Vitamin A
VITAMIN A Vitamins can be classified based on their solubility. Most are water-soluble, meaning they dissolve in water. In contrast, the fat-soluble vitamins are similar to oil and do not dissolve in water. Fat-soluble vitamins are most abundant in high […]
Read MoreStability Ball Hamstring Curl
Benefits: Strengthen your hamstrings and glutes with this seemingly simple move, while also engaging your core. Lie with your back flat on the floor with the back of your calves on top of a stability ball and your legs straight. Brace […]
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