weight training

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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…

Back to basics: Understanding the rep

A rep – short for repetition – is the fundamental element of any weight lifting programme. If you…

[TRANSFORMATION] Lebo learns the basics on her path to success

Lebogang Sithole was first motivated to lose weight while planning a trip to the Bahamas for her birthday.

Lelani Loots transforms her skinny physique to finally live her best life

Attractiveness is a subjective construct that means different things to different people. For most women, this word conjures up…

Strengthening Sevens Workout

In general, nothing good comes in sevens – we have the seven deadly sins, the seven gates…

The secret to sculpting sexy shoulders

Sexy shapely and sculpted shoulders are a hallmark of a well-balanced physique, yet many women fail…

Choose quality over quantity to achieve your goals

People mistakenly think that spending more time in the gym will equal better results.

How to deal with common weight training injuries

Weight training injuries are a fairly common occurrence for those who spend up to six days a…

[TRANSFORMATION] USN Body Makeover Challenge helps Loretta realise her dream

We’ve all experienced the tell-tale signs that suggest our weight is creeping up, like tighter fitting pants…

Swing your way to a better body with a kettlebell

The kettlebell swing is widely considered one of the most important functional exercises ever devised. But…