As a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student, I had a chance to analyze biomechanics behind the toes elevated RDL. What I found out is that the toes elevated Romanian deadlift is particularly effective in targeting the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back.  It is also more effective than the regular Romanian deadlift variation because … Read more

Dumbbell rows, a highly versatile and fundamental exercise, are key components of many fitness routines, irrespective of one’s fitness level.  Whether you’re a regular gym goer, a fitness enthusiast, or a beginner, understanding the muscle groups targeted by this popular exercise will help you maximize your fitness results and prevent injury.  As a Faculty of … Read more

Dumbbell rows are a classic exercise that should be in every gym-goer’s arsenal. They’re versatile, effective, and accessible regardless of your fitness level.  As a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student, it took me over 30 hours to fully research, evaluate, and single out only the most important information regarding how to do dumbbell … Read more

Squats are a staple in any strength training routine.  As a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student, I’ve seen firsthand how beginners often struggle to nail the perfect form.  However, over the past 25 hours, I have tirelessly sifted through various resources to bring you the most accurate and effective squat guide.  This article … Read more

Keeping your lumbar spine healthy is now more important than ever before, and that is simply because we, as humans, move less than ever before. Decreased movement, also called hypokinesia, is the primary reason our lower back hurts. As a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student, it took me over 30 hours to fully … Read more

Free weight leg exercises are one of the best ways to strengthen the strength, functionality, and power of your leg muscles such as quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings. However, the trick lies in selecting appropriate free weight exercises and performing them with adequate technique to avoid injury and maximize performance and muscle gains. As a Faculty … Read more

Free weight exercises are considered the most functional type of workout out there since they allow for a greater range of motion, more freedom of movement, and require stabilizer muscle activation. Based on my experience as a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student and more than 30 hours of in-depth research, I compiled the … Read more

Even though there is a lot of buzz surrounding functional training and its effectiveness, transitioning to movement-based training and exercises will enhance your quality of life and have a better carryover to the sport you participate in. Functional exercises are essential for developing a functionally strong musculoskeletal system without muscle imbalances, which is rare nowadays … Read more

Are you looking to build strong, toned legs?  “Leg press vs squat” is a common debate among fitness enthusiasts when choosing the best exercise for achieving lower body goals.  But which one is better for building muscle and strength?  As a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student, it took me over 30 hours to … Read more

The bench press is a staple in gyms worldwide and a common measure of one’s upper body strength.  It’s an exercise that many people strive to master, but “how much should I be able to bench” is a question that often arises.  As a Faculty of Sport and Physical Education student, it took me over … Read more