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10 Powerful Push-Up Variations
Don’t underestimate the Push-Up. That simple move you did in gym class is one of the best ways to build strength and size. Performed correctly, the Push-Up activates your chest, [...]
The Best Home Exercise Equipment For Under $200
With wild claims, cheap materials, cheesy infomercials and high price-points, home exercise equipment has acquired a bad reputation. If someone falls for one of their marketing schemes, pretty soon another piece [...]
Individualize Your Hydration Schedule
There's absolutely no benefit to being dehydrated. (See Warning Signs of Dehydration.) For athletes, fluid intake is the most important nutrition consideration. Research has shown that a loss of body weight [...]
How to Plan Your Post-Workout Nutrition
For athletes, post-workout nutrition is critical for muscle growth and recovery. It's important to refuel with the right foods and eat them at the right time. Nutrient Timing One of [...]
Complete TRX 3-Day Full-Body Workout
You may have seen it at the gym or read about it here at STACK.com: use of the TRX Suspension Trainer is on the rise among athletes. TRX equipment was [...]
Leg Workouts That Actually Work
The lower body includes some of the most overlooked muscle groups. Stroll through your local gym. You will quickly notice that even the most muscular guys often have puny legs. Leg [...]
Can Stretching Make You Stronger?
You often hear how stretching—whether static, isometric or dynamic—should be a focal point of every workout. Phrases like "each session takes only five minutes" and "don't miss out on the performance benefits [...]
How Young Pitchers Should Prepare for the Upcoming Season
In essence, pitching is a series of perfectly timed movements, so preparing to pitch should also be sequenced and timed for perfection. After all, the best pitching performances are called [...]
The Best Dumbbell Exercises for Getting Faster
When trying to get faster, most athletes focus solely on increasing power. There's no doubt that this is imperative; however, you cannot ignore the importance of strength. Power is the [...]
Build Back Strength With Your Body Weight
Getting a strong back doesn’t always mean you have to load a bar or machine with massive amounts of weight. In fact, one of the simplest and most effective ways [...]