Should you train a muscle group once a week, or more frequently? Most gym goers have had to deal with this dilemma at some point. But you probably shouldn’t have done. It doesn’t really matter how often you train a muscle group. According to new research, the most important factor for gaining size and strength […]

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Arnold turns 72 today Long before he hit the big time in both Hollywood and politics, Arnold Schwarzenegger won seven Mr. Olympia titles. He’s widely regarded as one of the early bodybuilding icons, but it’s often overlooked just how influential his training methods were. It would be easy to assume that Schwarzenegger only became famous […]

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There are an increasing number of fad diets in existence – but not all of them are going to aid your health New research suggests the Paleo Diet could prove to be bad for your heart. Also referred to as the Caveman Diet, Paleo bases its food plan on what Paleolithic-era (cavemen) humans ate. It […]

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In a recent study, university students who used their phones for five or more hours each day had a 43 percent increased risk of obesity

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We can now add ‘activating his lats’ to the list of things Gonzalo Higuain can’t do – alongside ‘scoring in big games’ and ‘doing it in the Premier League’

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It’s a question that continues to confuse the majority of gym goers Does DOMS – the soreness you sometimes experience after training – indicate you’ve had a successful session? Since the dawn of time, people have assumed that a post-workout pump means you must have had a great workout. But the evidence isn’t so clear. […]

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From grunting weightlifters to leaving dumbbells lying around, etiquette can make or break your training experience. These are the top 9 worst gym habits

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The internet is awash with diet and training claims that don’t stand up to scrutiny Matters were taken to the extreme recently when a vegan food blogger claimed eggs are ‘worse for your health’ than smoking. Eggs were once one of those foods incorrectly labelled as unhealthy due to their fat content. It’s now well-established […]

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You don’t need to set a new bench press record every time you hit the gym. Light weights are proven to build as much muscle as heavy lifting

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Don’t believe what you hear in the locker room. A review of 28 major studies found that high protein diets do not damage the function of your kidneys

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To lose weight, most people know you need to be in a calorie deficit. But how do you make that a reality? By implementing healthy lifestyle habits

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The UK is going to be boiling this week. Here are six top tips to help you optimise hydration and maintain performance while hitting the gym in hot weather

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This man’s lost over 80 kilograms (12 stone), but his incredible transformation is proof that losing weight is more than just a physical accomplishment

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He’s spent 17 years at the top, but James Milner is still topping pre-season fitness tests. Just this week, he fought off Joe Gomez in the lactate test

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From goat yoga to wearing blue-tinted specs while eating, the 1980s gave rise to some wacky fitness fads. Some still have merit, others are gone for good

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According to research published in JAMA Cardiology, lifting weights crushes cardio when it comes to protecting your heart health

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Mick Clegg spearheaded Manchester United’s power development training under Sir Alex Ferguson. Now, his son has stepped into the role at Old Trafford

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One weightlifting lobster is gaining rave reviews for his bench press prowess. A closer look at his technique shows there’s much work to do

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A guest on the Joe Rogan Experience claimed there wasn’t a good vegan strongman currently plying his trade. But one German powerlifter took issue with that

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Both sports combine strength and stamina, but who comes out on top in rugby versus NFL? We put Wales’ Jamie Roberts up against Samson Ebukam of the LA Rams

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Intermittent fasting is a hugely popular dietary trend, but scientists are adamant it offers no advantage in terms of athletic performance

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The Rock’s latest workout video is one of his best. It contains a cool graphic helping to pinpoint exactly which muscles you recruit

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An army reserve officer from the United States recently performed 4,689 burpees in 12 hours. This set a new world record and also raised money for charity

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When you say you want to get toned, you’re not saying much at all For most people, toning refers to the pursuit of both muscle gain and fat loss. Unless you’re a complete newbie, these are fitness goals at opposing ends of the spectrum that require a different approach. In the context of training at […]

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We asked a top personal trainer to explain the thinking behind the close grip bench press, why it’s done, and the pros and cons of doing so

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According to personal trainers and gym managers, these are the best bits of gym equipment regardless of your fitness goal. There isn’t a treadmill in sight

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Speaking on the Joe Rogan Experience, strongman Robert Oberst said deadlifts are far from an essential exercise. Here’s why

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Six-year-old Ibrahim Lyanov, from Magas in Russia, won his family a new apartment by performing 3,270 press-ups in two hours

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People who combined a low calorie diet with three weights sessions a week lost more body fat than people who just dieted alone

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Many gym goers regularly change their training routine on the basis it ‘confuses’ muscles and promotes better growth. But this principle doesn’t exist

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From bare-chested wrestling to being asked for help with Tinder, personal trainers are often on the receiving end of some strange client demands

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Skipping breakfast could be hindering your strength gains. In those going without, the total number of reps completed on the squat and bench press was lower

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Weight loss is more about overall calories than cutting specific foods. In fact, many of the meals you’d consider ‘unhealthy’ aren’t that bad for you at all

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Scientists found that joint-loading leg exercises such as squats do not harm knee cartilage, and they don’t spark knee inflammation either

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Scientists from the University of Exeter compared the vegan protein mycoprotein with milk, and found it was a more effective post-workout muscle builder

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Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett posted a series of impressive gym lifts on Instagram, including box jumps with 50 pound (22 kg) dumbbells

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According to scientists at Syracuse University, people who went on holiday more frequently in the past 12 months have a lowered risk for heart disease

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‘Eat less move more’ is a good rule of thumb, but there are certain circumstances when this mantra doesn’t work as well as you’d think

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Ahead of this summer’s Rugby World Cup, England captain Owen Farrell shares his workout of the day for building legs of steel

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At the age of 16, climber Molly Thompson-Smith became a world champion. JOE recently spent a day training with her at Depot Climbing Centre in Sheffield

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According to scientists at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, sleeping with a TV or light on is a risk factor for weight gain

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Do you know your bicep from your tricep and your arse from your elbow? Good, then it’s time to try the JOE Health & Fitness Quiz

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College football team Boise State Broncos recently saw their diet plan posted online, and it’s sizeable stuff. They get through 800 pints of milk a month

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103-year-old Julia Hawkins set a new record in the 50 metre dash when competing at the Senior Games in Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Despite the scare stories you may have heard, there is little scientific evidence suggesting milk is unhealthy. Most negative claims are purely anecdotal

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Magnus Lygdback has gained a reputation for delivering top-class fitness transformations. These are his thoughts on why eggs are worth eating

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One of the latest diet fads surrounds Kim Kardashian and camel milk. Should you be slurping on this stuff, or sticking to the standard kind?

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It turns out that Superman didn’t need to lift superhuman weights in order to build muscle and strength You might have expected Herculean efforts in the gym from Henry Cavill, but his training plan is testament to one thing: keeping tension on the muscle. For this, you don’t necessarily need to put up your heaviest […]

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To help you shed right from wrong, we asked top nutritionist Lily Soutter to debunk five of the worst diet myths preventing you from losing weight

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Lift weights with poor technique and you risk injury at any age. Most of the claims about kids risking growth plate injuries are unsubstantiated by science

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