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Can the prowler push build a strong and athletic physique?

Do you want bigger, stronger, and more defined muscles? What about enhanced speed and stamina? And rapid fat loss to reveal a strong, lean, and athletic body? The prowler push might just be the exercise you're looking for. This high-intensity training drill involves pushing a weighted sled across a surface, engaging multiple muscle groups…

ByJoe WarnerJune 24, 20240Comments

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TRAINING Explainer

The eight-week Hyrox training plan to get fitter, faster and stronger

A new type of athletic competition that merges the intensity of functional fitness with the endurance demands of a marathon has taken the training world by storm. Welcome to Hyrox, the ultimate test of strength, stamina, and grit. As more fitness enthusiasts seek new ways to challenge themselves, Hyrox has emerged as a popular event…

ByJoe WarnerJune 16, 20240Comments

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What is rucking and why should you do it?

Before we dive into this article on everything you need to know about rucking, we apologise in advance for any unfortunate typos: the “r” and “f” on a keyboard are a little too close for comfort. Right, rucking is a simple yet highly effective form of exercise that has gained rapid popularity among fitness enthusiasts…

ByJoe WarnerJune 6, 20240Comments

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TECH Explainer

Is MyZone better than Apple Watch and Whoop?

For both elite athletes and amateur enthusiasts, heart-rate workouts have become one of the most popular training tools to boost short-distance speed, long-distance endurance and improve peak performance and overall wellness and longevity by boosting important cardiovascular health biomarkers such as resting heart rate, heart-rate variability (HRV) and VO2 Max. Heart-rate training involves exercising at…

ByJoe WarnerJune 2, 20240Comments

HEALTH Explainer

Is a sauna the secret to a longer life?

Saunas have been a staple of heat therapy wellness practices for centuries, known for their relaxing and rejuvenating effects. But beyond the immediate comfort of their warm embrace, saunas offer a range of health benefits that can significantly enhance both physical and mental wellbeing. From enhancing focus, resilience and relaxation to boosting heart health, speeding…

ByJoe WarnerJune 2, 20240Comments

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What are energy gels and do you need them?

Elite endurance athletes and passionate amateurs will leave no stone unturned in pursuit of shaving a few previous seconds from their personal best. Spending a small fortune on the latest equipment, clothes and shoes is the inevitable cost of chasing quicker times, but all the money in the world spent on cutting-edge kit will be…

ByJoe WarnerJune 1, 20240Comments

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Dr Stacy Sims: Why women should never exercise on an empty stomach

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

ByJoe WarnerMay 18, 20240Comments

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HEALTH Explainer

What is testosterone replacement therapy?

Do you suffer from persistent fatigue, decreased libido, muscle weakness, and mood changes? There’s a chance you may be suffering from low testosterone levels and could benefit from testosterone replacement therapy, or TRT. If you have any symptoms of low testosterone - which can range from loss of morning erections to ‘man boobs’ - your…

ByMark BaileyMay 7, 20240Comments

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Dr Stacy Sims: Should women do ice baths after exercise?

Dr Stacy Sims, PhD Dr Stacy Sims, PhD, is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionise exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers, and authored female-focused performance optimisation books, Roar, and Next Level, which challenge the existing dogma around exercise, nutrition, and health for women.…

ByJoe WarnerApril 25, 20240Comments

HEALTH Explainer

Do you really need to take an ice bath?

In the quest for peak physical condition, enhanced mental health and cognitive function, and an endless supply of Instagram-friendly video content, ice baths have surged in popularity over the last couple of years, championed by everyone from world-champion athletes to wellness gurus to your least-favourite influencer. Despite its now near ubiquitous presence on social media,…

ByJoe WarnerApril 25, 20240Comments

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