They call it the ”King of All Exercises” and for a good reason.
High relative strength in the barbell back squat correlates with numerous athletic feats - increased vertical jump1, reduced 40-yard sprint times2, and faster sprints while changing direction3.
So obviously you should back squat...
You already know kettlebells are great — but in this new age of the home-workout, they’re a solid go-to for your fitness routine. Celebrity trainer Don Saladino, who trains celebs like Sebastian Stan and Blake Lively, has designed this workout that will get you shredded for beach season...
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Swiss ball; Stability ball; Physio ball; Exercise ball. It goes by many names, but the big ball that inhabits the corner of every gym is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment at your disposal. It’s not just for your core, either—the ball can be paired with...
Edgar Artiga
You'd be surprised what can be accomplished with a single piece of rubber. We’re not talking about rehabbing an injury, working on mobility, or dominating a Pilates class, either. We’re talking about building muscle and getting stronger.
In fact, when compared with dumbbells and...
Rising Star: Taylor Vertucci
Quick Stats:
Age: 20
Height: 4’10” – 147 cm
Weight: 97 lbs – 44 kg
How did you get started with fitness/bodybuilding?
I was underweight and I had stopped eating and became very unhappy with myself. I entered my first bikini competition ‘thinking’...
10-25
I thought i would keep a log of what i do on a day by day as i do on IJ so those that dont know can follow along and comment and make me improve even more so today will be the first of many more to come.
my stats:
43 yr old
5'-9"
220 Lbs
training on and off for over 20 yrs.
have a few...