The squat is one of the best exercises of all time, but is also easy to get wrong. A leading personal trainer shares the key technique tips to remember

7 years ago

Long before Arnold Schwarzenegger came around, early bodybuilding icons such as Reg Park were writing all the exercise textbooks

7 years ago

Giving blood is something most young people have never done. I met two men who know the importance of donating – but for very different reasons

7 years ago

Use devices the right way in the gym. One groundbreaking new class harnesses all the pros of fit tech to boost your weightlifting power

7 years ago

While curls will undoubtedly add some size to your biceps, this exercise is far from essential. Here are a pick of the best alternatives to the bicep curl

7 years ago

Sponsored by Musclefood.com A star of hit TV show Gogglebox has revealed how he shredded almost three stone from his waistline in just three months Jonathan Tapper went from weighing over 21 stone to a much lighter 18 stone, vastly improving his health in the process. He took the tough decision to swap service stations […]

7 years ago

Although he doesn’t always count calories, England player Jack Nowell puts away around 5,000 per day. Fajitas and rice pudding feature highly in his diet

7 years ago

Derek Ng weighs just 59kg, but deadlifted an epic 275kg. At four-and-a-half times his own bodyweight, this saw him smash a new world record

7 years ago

Fears surrounding vaccines are not supported by evidence. The World Health Organisation lists anti-vaccination movements as a global health threat

7 years ago

You’ve probably heard ‘no carbs before Marbs’ stem from reality TV, but in terms of weight training, a low-carb diet is not the way to go

7 years ago

After struggling with his weight for many years, Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills has now shredded a seriously impressive 21 kilograms

7 years ago

The Mountain is the reigning World’s Strongest Man. If these 365kg deadlifts are anything to go by, he won’t be losing his title anytime soon

7 years ago

Fighters and bodybuilders are at risk of harm when they try and cut weight. Dr. Andy Galpin explains the risks and how to avoid them

7 years ago

After Anthony Joshua lost his world titles to Andy Ruiz Jr, a scientist told us the real meaning of “fitness” goes way beyond body shape

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Ridiculing someone’s weight will not help them get lean. Instead of body shaming someone, offer a helping hand and motivation

7 years ago

For successful weight loss, pick the cardio you enjoy doing. When compared to HIIT, sprinting leads to a 40% greater reduction in body fat

7 years ago

Team GB sprinter Asha Philip explains how she fought back from a serious knee injury to win a medal at the Olympic Games in Rio

7 years ago

When The Hulk speaks, you listen. Lou Ferrigno took to Instagram to voice his dismay with gym users who spend too much time on their phones

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The greatest bodybuilder of all time has had his say on the issue of steroids. Arnold Schwarzenegger won seven Mr. Olympia titles before retiring in 1980

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While the latest season of the hit HBO show impacted gym attendances, many people have also been inspired to train by their favourite Game of Thrones stars

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Tsuki Harris has been a bodybuilder for eight years, but meat-free for most of her life. She told JOE how a plant-based diet helped her lose weight

7 years ago

The Gym Group has announced a free six-week membership for 16-18-year olds, in order to help teenagers overcome exam stress this summer

7 years ago

Over 45 years since his passing, new light is shed on Bruce Lee’s workout and nutrition plan in a book written by Matthew Polly

7 years ago

Training with Arnold is a pipe dream for most people, but two YouTube comedians got to experience that recently at the iconic Gold’s Gym in California

7 years ago

Canadian Dana Glowacka set a new world record for the ‘Longest Abdominal Plank’, holding the position for a total time of four hours and 20 minutes

7 years ago

A nutritionist examines food from top TV shows, such as Tyrion Lannister’s breakfast and Eleven’s obsession with waffles from Stranger Things

7 years ago

Strength training makes a huge difference to the performance of top golfers such as Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka. Up your golf game with these lifts

7 years ago

It seems like a simple question, but there’s a lot more to it. To work out how many calories you need to lose weight, consider these four steps

7 years ago

Army veteran and Invictus Games athlete Martin Tye got his name in the Guinness World Record books after performing an incredible 505kg seated deadlift

7 years ago

Even more reason to eat your greens. Vegetables such as broccoli contain a molecule that switches off a gene known to trigger cancer cell growth

7 years ago

Japanese powerlifter Daiki Kodama weighs just 73kg, but yesterday he smashed a new bench press record by lifting 225kg – over three times his body weight

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According to the British Medical Journal, excess sugar is linked to weight gain and type 2 diabetes, so here are five simple steps to slash your consumption

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Ever wondered how your favourite superstars train when the camera stops rolling? We went inside the WWE’s new Performance Center in the UK

7 years ago

Dave Coldwell knows the importance of work ethic and determination. The Sheffield native has overcome racism and bullying to become an elite boxing coach.

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Tough day at the office? Rage yoga could be your new release. It encourages you to swear and go crazy to heavy metal music

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A new British deadlift record was smashed last weekend, but the man who set it says an unconventional gym exercise helped him lift significantly more

7 years ago

A list of the most ‘Instagrammed’ foods has been revealed – but you might be in for a shock. Curry, the UK’s most popular dish, didn’t even make the list

7 years ago

Achieving a fitness goal demands getting outside your comfort zone, which is why so many people make excuses. But some are more believable than others

7 years ago

The Game of Thrones actor and World’s Strongest man competitor posted this four-set circuit to his Instagram page

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Zarak Hussain is a personal trainer and practicing Muslim. He has shared his workout and diet advice for staying on track during Ramadan

7 years ago

Eugen Sandow was one of the first ever bodybuilders, but his 1897 book ‘Strength and How To Obtain It’ proves weight loss is actually quite straightforward

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You need to get off to the best start if you want to lose weight fast. Put these 10 steps into action for sustainable weight loss that sticks around

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An ex-Marine who overcame health problems to become one of London’s most sought-after PTs has now shared the workout which got him fighting fit again

7 years ago

Ben Clark was left a quadriplegic after a swimming accident, but now he’s a personal trainer helping people with disabilities lead healthy and happier lives

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Exercise is as beneficial for your mind as it is the body. Experts from a mental health charity and gym chain told us which workouts are best for stress

7 years ago

Straight Blast Gym in Dublin played host to a WWE workout yesterday, as Conor McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh trained Daniel Bryan and Becky Lynch

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No gym? No problem. A new kettlebell has been launched that allows you to manually adjust the weight when you feel like it

7 years ago

Ahead of this weekend’s Champions Cup Final, JOE spoke to nutritionists from the two clubs in action – Saracens and Leinster Rugby

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More than 60% of adults are overweight. The NHS have pledged to give out free bikes in order to cope with the growing obesity epidemic in the UK

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One recent study found that exercise beats a pay rise of almost £27,000 when it comes to having the greatest impact on mental health levels

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