Can You Deadlift Every Day? Is a deadlift everyday program a good idea? If you think daily progressive resistance training is a new idea, think again. Over 2500 years ago, Milo of Croton, a famed wrestler of ancient Greece, trained for the Olympics by carrying a newborn calf on his shoulders every day until it grew to maturity four years later (when he … [Read more...] about Deadlift Everyday Without Burning Out or Hurting Yourself
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Rockport Walk Test – The One Mile Test Assessment
Rockport One Mile Test What is the Rockport walk test? The Rockport walk test is a well-accepted assessment designed to estimate a cardiovascular starting point. The starting point is then modified based on ability level. Cardiorespiratory assessments help identify a safe and effective starting exercise intensity. As well as the appropriate mode of … [Read more...] about Rockport Walk Test – The One Mile Test Assessment
Can You Lose Stomach Fat by Lifting Weights?
Can You Lose Stomach Fat Lifting Weights Introduction Can you lose stomach fat by lifting weights, even without cardio? It's a common belief that only vigorous aerobic exercises, like running, can burn body fat. However, research and experience suggest weight training is an excellent way to combat excessive visceral body fat. A study published in the … [Read more...] about Can You Lose Stomach Fat by Lifting Weights?
Calories Burned Deadlifting: A Simple Guide to Calculate
The 10 Best Exercises for Over 50 and Out of Shape
Exercises for Over 50 and Out of Shape - Introduction What are the best exercises for over 50 and out of shape folks? When you are over 50 or out of shape, you might think that there is no hope for you to ever get fit. But, that thought is not true, so there is no reason for you to despair. I speak from personal experience as a once 55-year-old man … [Read more...] about The 10 Best Exercises for Over 50 and Out of Shape