Which workout split is best? This is what exercise science says…
If you’ve been in the gym long enough, someone would’ve ask, ‘what training split do you follow?’
9 time-saving tips to get from gym to work in no time
One of the top excuses for not exercising is lack of time. Who can blame you though?…
5 steps to strong, shapely hamstrings
Strong, shapely hamstrings are not only attractive, they are also functional as these muscles play a vital…
A real pain in the but! Understanding sciatica
You’re about to lift the bar to work on your glutes and hamstrings when it happens –…
Overcome arthritis issues to keep lifting on
While most of us associate arthritis with old age it is, in fact, a debilitating condition that…
Research reveals an effective plateau-busting training technique
In our quest for continued gains in the gym, the dynamic world of strength and conditioning research…
It’s time to rethink our attitude to next-day muscle soreness
For many serious gym girls, the measure of a good workout is that dull ache in the…
Virgin Active partners with Faces in SA’s biggest mass-participation sponsorship deal
Faces, Africa’s mass participation sports event company, has announced a new partnership with leading exercise and wellness brand,…
Back to basics: Understanding the rep
A rep – short for repetition – is the fundamental element of any weight lifting programme. If you…
The ultimate gym etiquette guide
While most gym etiquette rules are based on common sense and would apply in any context, there…
