When it comes to steroids, typically anabolic steroids, it’s a grey area on the implications and legalities. Why? Well, not every country has the same laws, and not every competition has the same rules. In general, bodybuilders can use steroids for personal use only when prescribed by a pharmacist. However, if you’re hoping to compete,…
Some people call them compression clothing, others call them skins, and they’re also known as compression garments. Regardless of what you call them, it’s all the same fabric. But why do athletes habitually wear them? There are two primary reasons athletes wear compression clothing: improve blood circulation and regulate their temperature. Not only do they…
From kids to adults, push-ups are one of the most common indicators telling you about someone’s fitness levels, strength, or mindset. Before we begin, there is just one quote we’d like to share: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Teddy Roosevelt Remember this quote throughout the article: it’s about your journey and your circumstances that…
Box jumps are universally used in the fitness industry. Despite it looking so simple; it still stands as one of the best exercises you can do. Box jumps are a plyometric exercise; it combines speed and force to build muscle power – specifically, engaging your quadriceps, calves, hamstrings, glutes, and core. Yet, athletes who use…
It’s always thought weight lifting and testosterone go hand in hand. For example: Huge muscles, thick beards, and a deep voice are a few things that come to mind when we mention a professional weight lifter. It just so happens that these are also fueled by testosterone. Is this a coincidence, or does it really…
Nothing screams boxing more than Rocky Balboa jogging upstairs in a grey tracksuit. We see lots of skipping, sparring, and jumping in his training montage but not much weight lifting. Do boxers not lift weights, or has a critical part of boxing been missed in the movie? The answer isn’t as black and white because…
Bodybuilders across the world come in different shapes and sizes; however, one thing seems to be shared across the board. No, it’s not their dark, orange skin – it’s their smooth, hairless body. It’s unlikely everyone’s incapable of growing body hair, so what’s the reason behind it? Body hair creates shadows and dark patches, which…
Have you ever been to the gym past 5 p.m.? It’s incredibly crowded – every bench and dumbbell is being used while the cable machine is untouched. Does this mean it’s a bad choice? Definitely not. Cable machines are practical, safe, easy to use, and are one of the best machines to build muscle. They’re…
We live in the ‘now‘ generation – we want to have everything as quickly as possible. For some things, it’s easy. Others, not so much. How quickly can we get one of the most iconic fitness trophies: a six-pack? A week’s worth of consistent core training and dieting causes a muscle pump in your abdominals,…
Bodybuilders shouldn’t train for female attention; however, it’s nice to know if the work you put in makes you more of a catch with the ladies… Women universally find men with good health and muscular physiques handsome. But how much muscle? While everyone finds different body types charming, the majority of women say they aren’t…
