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Selecting the right rep range for you
Low Reps: Typically this referes to a 1-5 rep range, these low rep ranges place the heaviest load on the muscles, other than placing a large load on the muscles this rep range has the added benefit of activating all of the fibre types, including slow twitch fibres. This rep range is most successful at […]
Read articleSnacks to eat on the go
Snacks to eat on the go Smashed bean dip- makes 4 portions 172 kcalories, protein 11g, carbohydrate 22g, fat 5 g, saturated fat 1g, fibre 6g, sugar 3g, salt 1.04 g Ingredients Process 400g can cannellini beans , rinsed and drained 400g can chickpeas , rinsed and drained juice 2 lemons , zest 1 2 garlic cloves , crushed 2 tsp […]
Read articleFront squats, the secret abdominal exercise
Front squats, the secret abdominal exercise The front squat is a highly functional lift developing far more than just the lower limbs, it requires tremendous trunk strength and great flexibility at the shoulder girdle. A study in the journal of strength and conditioning examined a series of exercises on EMG readings of the rectus abdominus […]
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