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🚀 The Watson Prone Laying Leg Curl 🚀 This amazing machine primarily works the hamstrings in the shortened position. During the exercise, when you curl your legs upward, the hamstrings contract and shorten, allowing you to target and engage the muscle effectively. Consequently, this exercise is excellent for focusing on the contraction phase of the…
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is a common condition that occurs after intense exercise or physical activity, especially when you engage in activities your muscles are not accustomed to. While you can’t completely prevent DOMS, you can take steps to alleviate the discomfort and promote faster recovery. Here are some strategies to help you recover…
While stretching might not be the most thrilling part of your workout, its benefits are undeniable. Research has consistently demonstrated that incorporating stretching into your routine can significantly enhance flexibility, boost joint range of motion, and minimize the likelihood of injuries. In this members-only post, we’re excited to share our top five favorite stretches that…
Take one step closer to becoming a healthier, fitter, and more knowledgeable version of yourself by following these six simple steps. Many people tend to overcomplicate things, but often, the key lies in adopting straightforward life habits. Let’s explore how you can achieve significant progress by implementing these easy changes: By incorporating these straightforward steps…
Exercise is the greatest medicine, as you’re probably aware. Staying motivated to keep active can be challenging, particularly if you’re not seeing the results from all your hard work. This is one of the reasons I believe following an exercise programme is very important. A good exercise programme is tailored to your specific goals and…
Watson is one of the Worlds Leading Manufacturer of specialist strength equipment and we’ve just invested in some of their best machines, bars, attachments and best of all dumbbells! Check out below what is now installed and ready to use; Come and try the worlds greatest dumbbells. No cheap nickel or zinc plating. No chipping…
The length of rest between sets depends mainly on your training goal People with less training experience will generally require longer rest periods compared to people with more experience Decide if your goal is for strength, hypertrophy (muscle building), weight loss or muscular endurance Remember each specific goal requires a different rest intervals To increase…
I’ve been refining these key tools for over 15 years and trust me they work! If your just starting your journey to a learner, healthier you then I recommend setting yourself achievable goals, let’s say aiming for 1-2 rules per month. Drink only water, 1 litre per 25kg of Bodyweight is a good starting point….
Remember if your goal is to lose body fat then your focus in every workout should be to rev-up your metabolism and keep it revved up for the rest of your day. That’s why the Squat for me is the top exercise to do this. It is key to increasing and maintaining lean muscle tissue….