Contrary to what some people might think, when you’re trying to gain muscle mass, you shouldn’t waste your time doing isolated movements. Instead, you should be doing compound exercises (movements that involve the use of two or more joints). The reasons are, compound exercises work multiple muscle groups at the same time, and more importantly, […]
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The Smith Machine is one of the best pieces of equipment made for bodybuilders. It is a piece of equipment that incorporates the control of a workout machine with the power of free weights. The Smith Machine is great for those that work out alone and do not have a spotter. It also allows you […]
As a teacher of autistic students, I often have parents ask me for advice in helping them to organize home life and community life for their autistic children. A large majority of these children are not verbal and rely on a Picture Exchange Communication System to help them communicate to those around them. My goal […]
Is the cable crossover better than the pec deck for building chest muscles? Though the cable crossover and “pec deck” target the chest muscles, these two pieces of equipment have unique properties. I’m a certified personal trainer. “When in doubt, go with cables over any machine,” says Juliet Deane, Elitefts staff member, Elitefts-sponsored figure athlete, […]
When we are repeat offenders of exercise that is a good thing right. Yes of course it is, maintaining a fitness program can only be good for your health. But are you giving all your muscles a fair crack of the whip or do you favor those arms or pecs, do they get more attention […]