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Time is the number one excuse for not getting a workout, outside of laziness. But here’s the thing: your gains don’t care about excuses—they care about action. And that’s where this 15-minute density training workout comes in. It is designed for those who lack time but want serious results...

There are volume proponents and intensity proponents in the strength world. The Volume proponents argue that doing multiple sets is the optimal way to train, while the intensity guys insist that one set taken to the limit is more than enough. The fact is, both philosophies will build muscle and...

WHAT’S A DELOAD, AND WHEN DO YOU NEED ONE? Feeling a little fatigued in training? What could it be? Your sleep, nutrition, and stress catching up? Or have you been pushing it too hard in training and it’s time for a deload week? If you’ve been in Persist for more than a few weeks, you may be...

6 HARD TRUTHS ABOUT METCONS 1. HIGH-INTENSITY CARDIO IS LIKE A DRUG - IT'S HARD TO BREAK THE HABIT When you push yourself hard doing High Intensity Cardio, or a CrossFit Metcon, there is an almost euphoric feeling when you are done. Not many people love the pain while they are in the midst of...

Are you familiar with the saying “Less is more”? In the realm of fitness, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a prime example. These workouts, defined by alternating short bursts of vigorous exercise with brief rest periods, pack an impressive number of health benefits into a small time...

Most people aren’t getting enough sleep, plain and simple. But—and this is the important thing to realize—we don’t recognize that we are sleep deprived. In my article on the science of sleep and in my comprehensive sleep guide, I covered this problem, discussed how sleep works, and shared a...

In fitness, time on task should be worth a lot. However, sometimes experienced people still struggle with their fitness goals. Why is that? We all follow the same pattern with any new skill we learn. We start by wanting to get better at something, gather information from a book, website...

In recent years, the sentiment among gym-goers and fitness enthusiasts has been that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is better for weight loss than traditional low-to-moderate intensity, steady-state cardio. But is that really what the data shows? Well, yes and no. The HIIT vs...

Give the body a good reason to keep growing with various progression methods that will help keep you from hitting a plateau at the gym. Let’s get straight to the point. To gain muscle and strength you have to have a plan. That plan must include two important ingredients – because without them...

Are you training or just working out? Chances are you’re not the best when it comes to assessing your own training intensity. It’s not a factor that should be brushed aside. Training intensity can be a big deal considering the most important factor for maximizing strength and lean muscle gain...

by Gabrielle Kassel, CF-L1 By now you’ve most likely heard of intermittent fasting (IF), which involves regularly restricting your food intake for particular periods of time. Though intermittent fasting has gotten a lot of attention for weight loss (fewer hours of eating per week typically means...

You've come to the perfect site if you're seeking for a method to tone up your physique! Working out may be one of the most effective methods to attain your objectives, whether you are aiming to reduce weight or gain muscle. Working exercise on a regular basis will assist raise your metabolism...

Nobody can perform at the peak levels 100% of the time. If you believe you are doing so, the reality is that you're probably delivering at 80% of your potential all of the time. It's impossible to maintain top focus, performance, and delivery in anything you do, every single day. You get tired...

A Look at Periodization Periodization is the planned cycling of intensity and/or volume to maximize recovery and strength gains. Periodization is rarely needed for the novice lifter, but starts to become beneficial for the intermediate lifter as he becomes stronger and stronger. In most cases...

There is a common misconception that you need a lot of time to train for it to be effective. Why bother if you haven’t 30 minutes to get your sweat on? Entering the holiday season, many people have more on their plate than usual, and gym time usually gets cut. You don’t need much time to...

Everyone understands that exercise is important, yet they don’t seem to grasp the multiplicity of health benefits physical movement imparts. Moreover, it seems many people feel that exercise is unnecessary as long they follow a healthy diet. Don’t get us wrong, a healthy diet is certainly...

By Adam Bisek Whether you're a competitive physique athlete or just want to look the part, chances are you've done your fair share of "cardio." If you want to get really lean you're supposed to right? Or at the least, we're told it's healthy for us to dabble in the occasional mind-numbing...

Looking for a new workout that will challenge your muscular endurance & add some size to your frame? The 3D Muscle Workout might be perfect for you! WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Intermediate Program Duration4 weeks Days Per Week 3 Time Per...

Looking to switch up your training routine? Maximize performance, strength, and body composition with this 6-week high-intensity functional bodybuilding program. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Intermediate Program Duration6 weeks Days Per Week 5 Time...

Give the body a good reason to keep growing with various progression methods that will help keep you from hitting a plateau at the gym. Let’s get straight to the point. To gain muscle and strength you have to have a plan. That plan must include two important ingredients – because without them...