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Strength Training for Cycling at All Levels

Strength training and the importance of leg exercises: novices, experts and clubs cyclists

Peak Performance Launches Olympics 2008 Blog

Telling Non-Olympians how to do it too!

Strength Training for Endurance Athletes

Endurance Strength Training - Optimising muscle mass

Tabata Interval Training for Strength and Endurance

Time-efficient strength and endurance workout

Strength Training Program Part 1: Competition Preparation

The best Weight Training Exercises to prepare for competition

Quercetin vs Beta-Alanine and their Affect on Body Fat Loss

Can body fat loss and lean muscle gain be targetted with nutritional supplements?

Women's Rugby: Resistance training for rugby

A women's rugby trainer divulges her rugby conditioning secrets from the World Cup

Core Training Program

Core Training Part One

Improve your distance-running performance

Explosive type strength training enhances distance-running performance

Asthma in athletes

Beta(2)-agonists used to treat asthma do not confer any performance advantage in athletes

Sports Nutrition: Increase Muscle Growth and Strength

The Perfect Recovery Drink

Cherries decrease strength loss and muscle pain

Benefits of a bowl of cherries

Strength Exercises: Squats

Squats – new research on an old favourite

Chronobiology and the Internal Clock

Chronobiology – how timing could give you the edge

Vibration Training and Performance

Can vibration training enhance Sports Performance?

Skills Based Training: Female Games Players

Skills Based Training as an Alternative to Traditional Strength Training

arm strength

Arm Strength: Transfer of arm strength works one way only

resistance training exercise

Resistance Training Exercise : For that extra edge all you need is variety

strength training diet

Strength Training Diet : Hormones and strength - why low-fat, high-protein diets might not be best after all

whole body vibration

Whole body vibration: no use for trained sprinters

how to train triathlon

How To Train For A Triathlon : Your complete strength and conditioning programme

strength training for children

Strength Training For Children : Why young athletes should be encouraged to work out with weights

step-ups

The step-up

fast-twitch muscles

Fast-twitch muscles: Twitch and you're gone - all you need to know about developing fast-twitch muscle fibre for speed, power and strength

strength endurance

Strength endurance: Power without mass: how strength and plyometric training can boost endurance running performance

strength training

Strength training: When it comes to strength training, athletes need to be treated as a 'special population'

core strength exercises

Core strength exercises: The side raise

strength football

Strength training for footballers

carbohydrates

Carbohydrates: Forget fancy supplements - carbohydrates are even more important than you'd thought, for strength as well as endurance

Leg strengthening exercises

Leg strengthening exercises - These one-leg strengthening exercises spell greater power, but you have to do them fast!

Running economy 1

Running Economy 1: A brief history of the strengthening of the economy, and why it matters

HMB supplement

HMB supplement: What worked with chickens and pigs may now help strength trainers and endurance athletes

Diet and exercise

Diet And Exercise: How understanding protein dynamics can aid muscle and strength development

Vo2max

Vo2max Predicts Performance

strength-training for mature athletes | prediction equations

Strength-training For Mature Athletes: Using prediction equations to determine 1RM for strength-training older adults

Core stability training

Core Stability Training: This exercise programme will strengthen your trunk muscles and thus help avoid back problems

strength shoes

Strength Shoes: Does the 'strength' shoe really do anything for your strength?

strength training routines

Strength training routines: Owen Anderson answers training queries.

Leg strength | knee injury risks

Leg strength and knee injury risks for endurance athletes: If you're a footballer, your knees are most at risk towards the end of a match.

Strength Training

Strength Training - Do super-slow workouts build super-strong muscles?

shin splints treatment

Shin Splints Treatment: How to strengthen the lower parts of your legs, and prevent (or repair) shin splints problems

Lower back pain causes

These coordination drills ease lower back pain as effectively as strengthening exercises

Shin splints 1

Shin splints: These exercises will help to strengthen your lower legs, and prevent or repair shin splint problems

Strength and endurance

Strength And Endurance

Strength training | strength programs

Strength training programs

strength training routines

Strength Training Routines: Is strength training really beneflcial for endurance athletes? Here's a sport-by-sport review

Steroids

Steroids boost injury risk from strength training

Circuit training

Circuit Training: These exercises are an excellent way to build strength and stamina simultaneously.

Strength Training

Strength Training

rugby league training | strength | power

Rugby League Training - Strength And Power: Professional Rugby League is a demanding sport, combining raw aggression and subtle playing skill in equal measure.

Wheel chair athletes training

Wheel Chair Athletes Training: A strength and sprint training programme for pre-elite wheelchair athletes

Strength training

Strength training reveals strange sex bias

Strength training

Strength Training: Does strength training bring out the killer in you?

strength training for children

Strength Training For Children: This is what science says is the most effective strength training for kids

The protein puzzle

The Protein Puzzle: The all-pervading folklore in strength sports is that you need to pack in the protein. Up to 4g of protein per kg of body weight per day (contrast this with the standard Recommended Daily Allowance of 0.8g/kg) has been recommended - most notably by Eastern bloc coaches and nutritionists. There is evidence that athletes involved in resistance training have a heightened protein requirement. But 4g/kg seems to be way over the top.

Partial squats: an outstanding exercise for improving your strength, stability and efficiency

Partial squats: an outstanding exercise for improving your strength, stability and efficiency

Running economy 2

Running Economy 2: A brief history of the strengthening of the economy, and why it matters

Strength training exercises programme for women

Strength Training Exercises Programme For Women: Strength training is vital for women, but the programme depends on their event, not their sex.

strength training routines | strength training programmes | strength training

Strength training routines: most runners think that strength training routines are something carried out in a weight room or gym utilising various pieces of equipment (barbells, dumbbells, weight machines, etc.).

Muscular Endurance Articles | strength-training exercise

These three strength-training exercises will improve your stride length and frequency

creatine monohydrate effects

Creatine Monohydrate Effects: Dietary supplementation with an important amino acid called creatine has been linked with greater muscle strength during weight-lifting exercise, faster running times during 1000-metre intervals, and improved recovery following intense exercise.

shoulder rotator-cuff muscles exercises

Shoulder Rotator-cuff Muscles Exercises: What is the best exercise to strengthen your shoulder rotator-cuff muscles?

strength training advice

Strength Training Advice: Is strength training really beneficial for endurance athletes? Here's a sport-by-sport review

Strength training

Strength Training: Fish out of water: the land-lubbers' strength programme for swim competition

Running economy

It's now official: strength training can improve your running economy.

Strength Training: Are three sets strictly necessary?

Strength Training: Are three sets strictly necessary?

shin splints problems

Shin splints problems: How to strengthen the lower parts of your legs, and prevent (or repair) shin splints problems

Wheelchair athletes training

Wheelchair Athletes Training: A strength and sprint training programme for pre-elite wheelchair athletes

Shin splints 2

Shin splints: These exercises will help to strengthen your lower legs, and prevent or repair shin splint problems

swimming workouts | swimming strength training

Swimming workouts & swimming strength training

squatting exercises | knee injuries | spine injuries

Squatting exercises: How safe is squatting? Does it injure the knees or even the spine? Here's an exhaustive review of the research

Squat exercise

Squat exercise

Steroids

Steroids boost injury risk from strength training

Running economy

Running Economy: Strength training improves running economy in female runners.

tendons | tendon | strength training

Tendons strength training: Performance benefits of optimising both components of your muscle tendon units

performance profiling | mental training

Performance profiling: a coaching tool for pinpointing strengths and weaknesses, designing training strategies and building better communication with athletes

power training

Power Training - Strength or power: which matters most for peak athletic performance?

Questions

Triathlon - Off-season workouts

I would go for strength basis (plyos, dynamic weight lifting & circuits) and technique workouts, nothing or a bit of aerobic resistance; so I want to let tissues to achieve full recovery-regeneration

Could you do uphill running and lower body plyos on the same day?

What are some good exercises to do for abs? I just had knee surgery?

I just had my lateral meniscus repaired and I cant swim for three months. But I'm training for a meet in Hawaii at the moment and this is a big hit on my training.

What has been your best sporting moment?

Hi.

Lack of answers

There's a lack of answers on these forums. Could the community please get involved...

Building core and arm strength

Can anyone tell me how i can build up both my core strength and arm strength for golf? i have all ready tired press-ups and sit-ups but neither have had the desired affects.

What excercises can i do to help truple jump?

I'm 13 my distance for triple jump:11.14, im in winter and i want to know wahte excercises i can do to improve my distances

groin injury

Could anyone help me.I've had this groin strain for 10 years on and of.Groin was tight after squats the day before went out to play football no time for warm up groin goes to the extent that I could n

i realy need a full traning progam for 10km & half marathom

Trying to devise strength training programme for female soccer players

Sports science student providing support to college ladies soccer team.Observed not good at jumping so testing vertical jump and need to provide intervention to improve performance.Want to provide str

is it true: no pain no gain?

basically how do i know if have had a successful workout, if my muscle is not sore after a workout, does that mean i haven't done enough for the muscle?

How much muscle mass should I gain?

I have gone from 83Kg to 89Kg by performing a weights routine in the gym over the last year. I have found my times over 1 hour 10 miles and half marathons have really come down.

Recommendations for weight training to improve half-marathon running?

Hi,

Back Injury's

History- i have blown out my disc's at L5/S1 & L4/L5 when lifting a cable drum at work. A few months after I was in a pretty bad car accident which has stirred every thing up.

Athletics Training for 400m?

i won the school 400m, won the district 400m, came 2nd in zone and have state comin up tuesday week, i ran the 400 at zone in 56 seconds, i want to improve my time by at least 2 seconds

Bodybuilding Techniques to Strengthen my Arms?

What are some exercises I can do to strengthen my arms so that when I flex, you can see muscle outlines.

Efficiency of Split training

I would like to know your opinion about the traditional split programs of strength training. imagine a client who train five days per weak and rest all weekend.

How to handle.

I have a coach that I don't like (can't stand) to be around, how can learn to tolerate him?

What are some exercises I can do to strengthen my core muscles?

How to Personalize my Training Program for Cycling??

Hello Everyone, nice to make my first comment/inquiry on Peak Performance!

How do I make lower stomach fat into abs?

I can define and shape my upper abs but anything I do doesn't define or shape my lower abs. What can I do?

How can I improve my dolphin kick for swimming?

I want to make my under water dolphin kick better, what do I do?

How can I improve my breathing for swimming?

I'm joining swimming and it gets hard for me to breathe during flip turns. What exercises should I try?

How do i achieve my goal in becoming more stronger in physical sports?

I am 15 and i want to become stronger and fitter. I need to improve my strength and my fitness. and probably my speed.

Firefighter Training - Peridisation and other methods?

Hello, I have a client who wants to become a fireman. To do this, he needs to pass some tests. Here are the tests; 1) Running (Condition)

What is a good schedule for pre season sprinter (400m)?

pre season, then indoor, then outdoor.

Athletics pre season and mid season training

I mainly do 400m running and my training is specific to that event.

How to increase my performance by using amphitamines?

i"am 30 years old and my weigh 60kg and i have Championship after 5 month help my to increase my performance please?

how to be ready for 5000m race within 14days?

Hi I am chirag patel.19male.medical student. I have taken part in 5000m running race.my race will be hold on this 28september. just i can finish 5000m within 30minutes with drink some water.

Who or what are elite athletes ??

I am interested in strength and conditioning and may get accredited while at university.

Increasing Speed, Stamina and Strength

Hi, Im currently 13 male and have quite a bit of muscle on my thighs and calfs. But you cant really tell of all the Excess skin their (fat). Im Quite fast for my wieght but i lack Stamina a lot.

How do I go for better 40km road cycling?

I am a climber, but unfortunately, most of triathlons here have plain road cycling.

Lack of questions on this page...

Why is nobody asking any more questions ?? Nobody knows everything, so get on here and learn from others. Okay I will start the ball rolling...

How do i increase my chest and shoulder width

My height is 5' 10", and my chest measurement is 36.5" and my shoulder measurement is 40". I have been using a chest expander spring to increase my chest and shoulder width.

does lifting weight helps in real life fights

i was wondering...will lifting weight n building muscles help in real fights cos in fights i always win cos i out last out power and crush them wif my punches

Does weight training help in me run a better 400m?

I did weight training for 6mnths without running, benchpresses and dumbbells, then went to running 500m a day and then it accumulated every day until Thursday which was a time trial.

Distance running training using the mind?

I know from my physiological studies that the body is connected to the mind in ways we dont even realize. Is there any advanced technology using this methodology?

Triple Jump exercises!!!!!

I need exercises that I can do at home for the triple jump without any equipment.

What is the Best Certification for health fitness??

I was thinking about getting certified in a health fitness...and was wondering which one is sought after the most...CSCS, ACT, ACSM, etc??

Weightlifting and Bodybuilding Techniques?

How do i gain weight with weightlifting so you get to be like Sean Michaels big

Sports Science Degree-related work

Has anyone here got an honours in sport and exercise science, or health and exercise science or any other similar degree ?? If so, have you got progressed more than if you had not had a degree ??

What is the optimal duration time for applying ice?

I am rehabbing a hamstring strain. After workouts I apply ice, but I've been given, and read of, different lengths of time to apply it. What's the optimal for keeping the ice on my hamstring?

Any fast and effective ways to lose bodyfat?

I'm not afraid to work hard guys, all round I am pretty fit & quick but i would like to drop some bodyfat. Thank's to those who replied to my previous question they all helped me a lot. Cheers!

whats the best book on football training.

i play amateur football but i'm desparate to step up to the first team. i have trained hard but realise i need to keep the training football related, improve my strength, speed and stamina.

did the sprinters lift weights ?

did the sprinters lift weights ?

What are the best jumping exercises for basketball?

I'm trying air alert right now and have 3 weeks left so I'll find out then how well it worked. I just want to know if there are some better exercises out there.

How many hours of triathlon training should I do?

I am a serious wanna-be triathlete, and I want to become the best I can become.

During week, when to core train? (for Kickboxing)

I've read the article about core training here on Peak Performance. I should do it 2 times per week? But when during the week? Here's my weekly training: MON: -morning= 20~40 min jog

How can i strengthen my hips to prevent injury?

Lately, when I have been deadlifting I have experienced pain in my lower back and hips, more in the hips.

Minimal weight training gears: kickboxing

We are a kickboxing gym with little weight training gears. All we have are: A pair of 1kg, 3kg, 5kg dumbbells A 5kg medicine ball A pair of 20kg tires

Jab training re-visited: Faster, Stronger jab

This has been asked before here. Here's my attempt at strengthening my punches, including my jab.

Endurance & Strength training for Kickboxing

*I'm following a 12 week periodization plan, with peak at 12th week, and potential bout at end of the 13th week. *I'm in the end of the 3rd week.

Need a training program for 1.5 mile run in 14 mins

i want to be able to run a 1.5 mile in under 14 minutes. my best time so far is 16mins. is there any training program that will help me get it down to 14 mins in 3 weeks?

Off season training for a sprinter

I'm a sprinter moving into my junior year. And I need training tips, maybe some ideas on what else I should do and whatnot. here is what I'm doing so far Tuesday- Resistance training

Has any one really benefitted from vibration training?

I've tried Whole body vibration training (WBVT) and have written a couple of articles on the subject. The research is very contradictory and I'd say that I'm now slightly more against than pro.

Arm power and strength exercises

I do a lot of push ups and pull ups to increase my arm power and strength. However im not seeing results as i think i should.

How can I improve my punching speed for boxing?

I have a powerful righthand but my left arm is by comparison very slow and weak, so I need training to make it faster.There is enough strength in my right arm to plant a knock-out blow.So I just need

Weight training exercises to do with epicondilitys

How can I build a massive chest, something different please?

I've been told many different ways to build a big chest but it just doesn't seem to be working, I have a big ribcage, that's about the only thing that makes my chest look a bit bigger.

Strengthen legs

I want to strengthen my legs but I have no equipment, any suggestions?

Converting from strength, into power to weight ratio for rugby League

I have taken on a job as strength and conditioning coach for a team of Rugby League players and their speed & strength requirements are similar to NFL footballers.

What are best core exercises to do for high school track team.

I have use of gym floor in early season and the football field later on. We are a small school with no med balls, ladders or other equipment.

Can one do weight training with bodyweight training?

Okay. Real deal. I'm trying to gain lean muscle mass and become stronger whilst improving my endurance... Like with bodyweight exercises.

Cure for knee pain

I have pain in my lateral knee.

Weight Gain techniques?

I need to put on 2lb (it's a long story) but am in the middle of trying to tone my stomach by the time i go on holiday in 8 1/2 weeks time.

Presentation on muscle strength

Hi i'm dave, im currently in the military and i work as a Remedial Instructor. I've been tasked to present an informal presentation on muscle strength.

What do you think of the Peak Performance Premium area? (!)

As the main provider of information in this area, I'd like to find out what you think about the videos and the articles in particular.

How do u get more a more ripped look, without 'bulking' too much ?

I normally train in functional principles but would like someone to give me a couple of answers for a change :) i am about average bodyfat and would love to get 'cut' for the summer.

What are some good circuit exercise with a kettlebell?

Left hip hike

Recently had a gait analysis an I have a left hip hike and my right hip drops when running, any suggestions?

Best training for a long bike ride - with complications!

I have a froend who is 65 and was a fiarly good distance cylcist. He was then diagnosed with parkinsons, which is in early stages and copntrolled by drugs.

Pre Season Rugby Training

Hi im currently at university doing an assignment looking at creating a 12 week pre season rugby programme for a university athlete.

How can I improve specific speed for martial arts - taekwondo?

It´s a pity that you guys don´t have any martial arts advisors !!!

dna testing machine ?

does it exist?

'm 25 yrs woman.. am I too Old to get into training?!

I am 25 yr old woman, have always been into sport since school.., always enjoyed it but being from India, never had very good resources for training(other than cricket of course) plus women and sport

Volleyball

I want to make a rep volleyball team! Tryouts are in september and i need some trainig ideas from now to then to help me prepare. Any ideas?

Cross Fit training

Does anyone do this type of training? I have found a few routines, this training is hardcore? Some excellent routines i can share if people need. Anyone got any of their own?

How do I increase speed, explosiveness, and my verticle leap?

I am an 20 yr old collegiate basketball player, wanting to improve my speed, foot speed, stability, explosiveness, and verticle leap.

When should Creatine be taken, before or after training?

I am a 38yr old athelte who is starting to take creatine to improve my training and performance, as I have read that Creatine should be used as a suppliment for older athletes.

How much running is too much?

For a 60 year old, is ruuning 6 days a week too much. Up to last year I was doing it ok but since this year I had to reduced it to 3 or 4 dys becuase I am feeling very tired. Can someobody advised?

I put on weight - is it muscle?

This week i have put on 1lb in weight but my Body Fat % has gone down by 0.5%. is this good and is this muscle or fat?

Lateral Knee pain-HELP

I am a competitive rower (female) and have just had to take a summer off due to lateral knee pain that is just constantly there.

Medial knee pain and adductor's sore after running, any HELP!

I've had Rt medial below the knee pain (Pes anserine) since July when I was training for an IM and doing alot of hill work on the bike, has improved some but still bothersome, also after my runs both

Hwo can I improve the height for a spike at home??

I want to be able to jump higher for my spike. any ideas for drills??

Rugby

Im 13 Years old and im just started playing rugby a few months back.

Track and Field...

How can I increase my running time, without going to a gym.

Training Fads

What is the latest training Fad and does it actually work. Im really interested in the ones that do.

How do I improve the strength in my legs?

I need to improve the strength in my legs for the triple jump and athletics

Why are my abs not showing?

I do exercises every day but I still havn't seen any results, I have done circuit training once a week and crunches every night, would my age be an issue? 14 by the way

Nervous twitch - Shoulder

I have a nervous twitch in my shoulder and can feel it down my arm. The upper back and deltoid get really tight and painful sometimes. Do you know what it might be and how I can get rid of it?

How much can I swim with a Tennis Elbow?

Been swimming since age 7,Competitive - short & long distance swims, was on the National Swimming, diving & waterpolo team for most of my School and highschool years.Had to stop swimming after marriag

Intense knee pain caused from telemark skiing?

I have been experiencing knee pain on the lateral side of my knee. If I run through this pain, it intensifies and spreads deep into the joint and also into the quad.

What nutrition do you recommend for rowing at a club competitive level

I Cant Do Press Ups

Im 13. I Dont have much knowledge on all the workingout and whatever you wanna call it world.

What is the best way to train for a judo tournament?

Our matches are 5 minutes long with no breaks, up to 8 matches in the tournament. I am trying to find the best exercises to get us ready for the tournament.

What are the best exercises for improving strength as a road cyclist?

I race 40km crit races and want to move from c grade to b grade next season.

Surgery's

I had back fusion in April 2002 and a left hip replaced in May 2006. I am an avid golfer with 9 handicap.

Abs?

I have dificulty shaping the lower part of my stomach. What exercise can I do to reach that area.

How do you tell shin splints?

How do you tell if you have shin splints. I have a pain in my left leg above my ankle, but I don't know what it is.

How do I loosen my hamstrings?

I have really tight ham strings and it affects me physically. What is a good stretch or exercise that will help me to loosen them.

What is a good way to improve my shot putt throw?

Which excercises are best to tone legs after a spinal fusion?

The spinal fusion was performed in 2003. My trainer is perhaps too concerned about this top push me further in case of injury.

Does missing a few days of conditioning really hurt you?

My step-daughter is a very accomplished high school 800m runner. She practices all year long, almost to excess.

Milk

If i Drink Skimmed milk every day for a month and not drink anything else or eat anything else cept from veg and fruit.. will that be a healthy lifestyle?

Strength training for Swimmers

My son 14 and his peer group are all top Swimmers and Surf Life Savers. I want to help them with a simple resistance and strength training program that will improve their performance.

Describe a training cycle and periodization for bodybuilding?

I have been bodybuilding for four years. I am 36 years old.

GNC versus Walmart Whey protien Mix

"GNC Wheybolic Extreme 60" vs. "Walmart Six Star Muscle Proffessional Strength Whey protien". This is what I can see.

Does increased protein intake depress mood?

In summer I train outdoors for 10k and half-marathon, with some gym work. In winter I tend to train indoors and work on strength and speed, with an occasional outdoor run.

Foundational Strength Exercises and duration.

What are some good effective exercises for a foundational strength building programe and how long should the programme last?

What are optimal methods that can be apply to soccer?

Anyone has successfully implement principles of training methods from other sports (running,basketball, cross country skiking, boxing etc) into soccer training in practical form?

Hi byan how can i become an athete?

I really need to be an athlete, due to anspiration (realistic)i would really like to achieve. during high school, i ran for my school and i think i really want to be the person i want to be.

Des resting heart rate affect your performance?

i am a 22 year old male having played soccer my whole life, my resting heart rate is about 68 beats per minute, this is quite high compared to other elite athletes, would this affect my performance, c

Why is the Bench Press so popular...

I do not really care for it, I like Squats so much better. Don't the back and legs provide a better measure of strength?

Powerlifting and Olympic Lifting?

Are there any notable people who excelled in both?

How to treat an U13 ACL injury until they are prepared to operate?

I have a young player who is keen as mustard but has an ACL injury (partly torn).The specialists will not operate until he has finished growing.

Is there a program out there for a player to develop speed?

I'm 6-4 220 pounds but i run a 5.6 in the 40 yard dash is there someone who can tell me what i can do to get this number down i work really hard at it but i'm just not seeing any results if anyone ca

Gymnastic routine...

for someone who can not take lessons? I have pull-up/ dip bars and know about the planche and front lever. Any training tips would be appreciated.

The Squat...

uses the the entire lower body, to what extent does it work the hamstrings and calves?

Shoulder pain

I am having pain down the side & back of my neck, but mostly on the top of my shoulder, I guess the Traps. It's a ache, like arthritis, tendenitis or something. No sharp pains.

Diets/WorkOuts/any help for rugby?

I'm playing for a rugby team that is touring in Ireland this up and coming spring.

Will I lose fitness by cross training?

I'm a mrathon runner - Since The beginning of December I have done purely cross training (rowing, stepper, spinning, circuit training plus others) and only run a distance of 9 to 10 miles in one go (i

What is the right diet and exercises for swimming

I am asking this question on behalf of my 9 year old son. He has won regional level championships in Maharashtra, India. He wants to improve his performance. We are vegetarian, but take egg.

How do I endure heat during a training session?

I live in South Africa and attend a Virgin Active gym nearby. I am increasing my training schedule this year.

Does aerobic rowing help the deadlift?

Would a jogger squat more...

than a person of the same body type and size who does not run?

Do chair/bench dips work the rhomboids?

..I think they do, but have never read so. When ever I do do them, my rhomboids are felt...I can also feel them doing regular dips.

Should I weight train to lose weight?

I run, swim and cycle (doing at least one or a combination of the three each day for at least 1 hour per day). I also do weight training 1-2 times per week.

How can I perform pulldowns?

At home I have a pull-up bar and some weight plates and I want to know how I can perform pulldowns.

I have heard that push-ups work the back.

Is this true and if so to what extent?

Preparation for snowboarding?

I've never done any winter sports before but got a 3 hour snowboard lesson for christmas which I'll be doing in about 3 weeks.

Is creatine safe?

What do you think of Juice Plus?

Juice Plus is a natural supplement with mega doses of antioxidants.

What happens if you take protein shakes and do not work out?

Could it lead to weight gain?

Supplementation to prevent upper respiratory infections?

After any type of exercise (running or weight training), I wind up getting sick (upper respiratory) within a day or two. 50 year old male.

Tips for sprint endurance?

I am 12 and I sometimes feel tired after sprinting 40m. This is what may be affecting my 200m. 60m-8.8 100m-13.1 200m-29.1

How do you condition fast twitch fibres?

I hear that is what makes you faster. This is because I am looking to get a faster time in my 100m and 200m

Opinion. If you could only do one aerobic exercise, which would it be?

Facts are lovely. Which one provides the best overall benefits?

If you could only do five exercises...

...what would they be?

Opinion: Do you think body weight exercise training is superior...

...to free weights? Opinion, but facts and studies are nice.

What is the ideal body of a rower?

Height? Weight? What do olympic rowers look like? And what biological advantages do most have through genetics

12 weeks of resistance trainig - results

Anyone has any info on how much one would gain in results - for example in bench press - after training 2 times or 3 times per week for a month, two months, three months?

Power clean target

I am a 39 year old 800m / 1500m runner. I took up running in my early 30`s and have settled on running middle distance for the Veterans (Masters) team for my local club.

Osgood-Schlatter's

I have a knee problem called Oscozlatus which is a swelling and it really hurts after I play sports. I sometimes cannot even walk up the stairs. Is there any way I can keep the pain down.

Netball Strength program

I am trying to plan strength programs for a range of ages from about 10 years through to 18-20 for netballers.

Do Abs help sprinting?

I just wondered.

what is the proper technique for sprinting

I have a general idea of how to sprint however i think my form may help decrease my time.

Help finding sport

He ran track best mile time of 5:55 and ran cross country, best time of 20: 40 for a 5k. He is lean, but not skinny or fat. He is a decent sprinter, but can not jump high.

Is there a good Olypic Weightlifting club in Mobile, Alabama, USA ?

I do not know of one

Does anyone have have Powerlifting scores...

I would like to know pds/kgs a 15-18 male should be lifting in order to be competitive.

What are the differences in doing a pull-up and a pulldown?

I know that a pull-up body weight and have heard that it is a close chained exercise, but what are the biomechanical differences and how does the body respond to each one?

Do you need supplements/creatine to increase your speed by 1 or 2sec?

Im trying to run 11.00 flat or less this year and currently running 12 seconds for athletics 100m sprint.PLEASE HELP PLEASE!!!

How to cycle faster on shorter rides?

I do mainly long distance rides. I generally average about the same speed for 50km, 100km or 200km (depending on conditions - hills, wind etc).

knee injury ????

On going pain coming from the back of the knee ,its even starting to hurt when i walk. If i kneel down on both knees and then lean bk i get a sharp pain at what seems the back of my right knee.

How do I strengthen my neck without injuring it?

In the course of training for grappling sports I felt it very important to have a strong neck.

A programme for 'jumpers knee'

I'm looking for a good/decent programme to prevent jumper's knee, in addition to this a programme for the athlete once they have been diagnosed with this sympton.

Does sweating or not sweating determine a good workout?

I hear some say, one does not have to sweat to gain a good workout. I believe this is incorect.

What changes of training and diet I should do?

What changes of training and diet do I have to do If I'm looking for definition?

How to increase performance in your sport?

Pre & post regimes.

Soccer offseason training .

I coach a varsity high school boys soccer team and during the off season I am not allowed to do any training, so I would like to set up an individual or group training program

Your Personal Trainer

I can no longer access this, can i have the website address and access to this. I paid for the service at the time but due to computer errors i was not able to gain all info.

How to increase my vertical leap without paying?

just want to increase my vertical leap quickly ad in the cheapest way possible

Is using a tennis racket for a backhand drill really beneficial?

How to increase my flexibility

Age 68, pilates or ashtanga yoga at local studio 6 days per week,Karate 3 times per week plus strength training 3 times per week.Usually run 5+ miles per week.Seem unable to get significant increase i

Leg Strength?

How can I get my leg's to be a little bit stronger?

How can I get faster times in 100m and 200m

I am 12 and last yr I ran the 100m in 13.11 and 200m 29.0,(rubbish) I want to be able to get low 12s next yr but sometimes I just get tired, intensley sprinting for about 40m.

Is cycling JUST for losing weight?

I am 30 yrs. old. I want to build strong, muscular legs, but people tell me that cycling is the wrong sport for that purpose.I have always been very lean and cut.

Comparison charts for 1 minute of sit ups, push ups and press-ups?

Does anyone have charts for adults performing 1 minute of sit-ups, push-ups and press-ups?

I need advise on training intensity,load and quality

I am 25 of age now. Fastest hundred I ran was 10:80 age of 21. Havent run since 2003 Dec.I am getting back.Planning to have a long winter then, compete in summer.

Can I get help with weight training for soccer players?

I am 17 years old and I play soccer. I need a good training in the gym for a central defender. I am 181cm height and i have 75kg.

Need Experts for a Fighter's development programme/ programme critique

Dear All, I compete in a full contact martial arts, and would like some feedback on the program I am currently on. I am a light-welterweight and weigh 65kg on peak :

Periodization for golf

I am in training to become a PGA golf coach. As i hope to train elite golfers can you tell me if periodization is useful for creating yearly training schedules.

Is clenbuterol dangerous if taken only for 4 weeks

I am trying to reduce fat , i like good food and a good glass of wine , i am not trying to get a six pack i just want to look how i feel and that is good because i know i am dedicated to train and i

Lower back pain

I'm having problems with a constant numb pain in my lower back. It sometimes feel as if it's coming from my hamstrings. It gets worse after more intense running sessions.

what exercise can i do to get more thickness in my calf muscles

What do I do now & how?

Hi, I have recently completed my goal of learning to combine all of my best moves in any chosen formation whilst at gym.

Which are the most effective strength and power tests?

I am required to investigate and compare tests for stength and power tests, using field and lab testing for both elite and non elite athletes.

What is the best diet for training at mostly high intensity?

I train regularly for squash and parkour, both skill and in a gym for areas of fitness.

Swedish manoeuvres and Walt's SAS - video?

anyone know of a video demonstrating Swedish manoeuvres and Walt's SAS exercise technique? i have achilles tendinitis and would love to try this out!!! thanks sudie.

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I feel selfish when I exercise before doing anything else

Primarily in the morning. How do I get over this? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What do you mean by putting a check on the calendar?

"Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Lifting doesn't make me happy anymore - why?

Sometimes when I lift I just don’t feel like even being in the gym. This has happened periodically over the past several weeks. What is happening? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What can I do to get my shoulder working again?

My shoulder was just operated on, now I find it hard to move it very far. "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Preparing for shoulder surgery?

I am scheduled for shoulder surgery-how should I get ready for this? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What can I do to get the ROM back again?

I just had a new knee put in and now I find I can’t bend my knee very far "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Knee replacement preparation?

My surgeon has told me I need a total knee replacement. How do I prepare for this? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Lifting after surgery?

I just had a total knee replacement - what is next for my lifting program? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What are mirror muscles?

Leaning back in military press...

When I military press I have to lean back when I lift heavier weights; is this good for me? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Why are the rotaters cuff muscles so important?

Why are the rotators cuff muscles so important to shoulder health? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What are the rotator cuff muscles?

What is the advantage of doing hammer curls?

Should I curl the bar?

I see friends curling the bar and moving their upper body back and forth. They are lifting more weight than I am, how come? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

How do I stop my butt coming up before the bar moves in the squat?

Can I drop into the bottom position on the squat?

What is wrong with simply dropping into the bottom position on the squat? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Bouncing when squatting?

Some of my friends bounce at the bottom of the squat; why do they do it-is there an advantage to doing it this way? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What is the ACL?

Is it bad to have my knees come together when I start the squat?

Why do my knees close up when I start back up from the squat?

Is it bad to go deep in the squat?

Can I add 15 pounds to my bench press in four months?

I want to break my brother's high-school record. "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

How to win contests?

I am entering a contest and want to know how my lifts will look to the judges. What should I do? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

How do I check my posture?

How can I keep my hands healthy?

What can I do to help keep my hands from feeling sore while I’m on the computer at my job all day? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

How fast should you squat?

One of my lifting partners squats really fast, so fast in fact that he literally drops to the bottom and bounces back up. This seems like a fast way to get injured. Am I right? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Bench press technique...?

Some of the members in my gym keep their feet on the bench when benching; is that a good way to bench? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Bench press confusion...

I see some of the members in my gym lifting their butts up when doing benches; why do they do it this way? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What are the most important exercises for the beginner to do?

What piece of gear should I buy first?

What should I do? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

What would be a good set up for my home gym?

Where can I buy lifting equipment?

Where do I learn more about lifting and strength?

I don’t have heat in my weight room, how do I stay warm when I lift?

What comes next after a contest?

What can I do to get back my normal range of motion?

What can I do to get back my normal range of motion after my knee surgery? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

I just had knee surgery - how do I maintain my cardio fitness?

How do I keep my strength levels up after op?

How do I keep my strength levels up now that I have just had an operation on my elbow? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

It hurts when I military press - why?

My shoulders hurt when I bench press, what should I do?

What is a dynamic warm up?

Should I stretch after I finish lifting?

what method of stretching should I be doing before I lift?

I am confused about when to stretch.

When should I? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Will running hurt my strength gains?

I want big triceps - what are the best exercises to do?

Good exercise programs for travellers?

I travel a lot and would like to have a good exercise program; where do I find one? "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Where do I buy tubes?

Are tubes a good alternative to lifting weights?

How do I do a modified push up?

How can I learn to do a regular push up?

What can I do to get stronger?

I lift alone so I can’t lift really heavy weights. "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Where can I buy weights?

Will five pound weights help me get stronger?

Can I lift outside or in the barn?

I don’t have a place in the house to lift. "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Can I add fifteen more pound to my bench in the next six months?

I want to beat my brothers high school record. "Danny O'Dell M. A. CSCS*D is an NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach, and the co-owner of The WeightRoom Gym and Explosivelyfit.com, both located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Here, he shares with us some of the questions he gets asked most often. How would you answer this question?"

Why is it important to me when I lift?

What is full range of motion?

How far down should I go in the squat?

Why is it so hard to lift dumbbells when compared to a barbell?

Why can’t I lift as much with dumbbells as I can with barbells?

What is the curl up?

How can I get a stronger grip?

Is there an advantage to using the alternate grip?

What is the hook grip?

What is the suicide grip?

How do I find the best distance between hands when I bench press?

How do you do a one leg squat?

I can’t keep my butt on the bench when I go heavy?

When I bench the bar goes up crooked. Why?

One side goes faster than the other. How can I fix this?

My left arm is weaker than my right, what do I do?

My knees come toward each other when I squat. Is this bad?

How do I use straps?

How do I put on a wrist wrap?

What is a low bar squat?

What is a high bar squat?

How do I do a Bulgarian split squat?

What is a Bulgarian split squat?

Where do I put my hands while I do sit ups?

Should I lift fast?

How can I get rid of the fat around my belly?

What is the military press?

I can’t squat all the way down

Why not?

Some people use bands and chains when they’re lifting weights. Why?

Will resistance training slow me down?

What is the best method to gauge my training intensity?

What is the best method to gauge my training intensity and volume in resistance training?

How can I build muscle mass?

I go to the gym two or three times a week and work out using weights, mainly working on my biceps and triceps. When I flex these muscles they look quite large, but are practically invisible when I relax. How can I make my arms look more muscular without having to flex them?

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