A six-pack may look strong, but looks can be deceiving. If you’re focusing only on the muscles you can see in the mirror, like the rectus abdominus and the obliques, you may be setting yourself up for bad posture and lower back pain. For a strong, functional, and attractive core, you also need to include exercises that strengthen deeper muscles, like the transverse...

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Fine-tune your benching and watch your pressing improve in minutes Benching seems simple - just grab the bar and start pressing, aiming not to crush your own rib-cage. But in reality, a few simple tweaks can make all the difference between a pigeon chest and blown rotator cuffs and an impressive bench. Here's some technique tips for correct form along with a few...

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Don’t stick with the same old moves – shake up your workout to wake up your muscles, burn more fat and get ripped Whether you’re hitting the gym to improve your sporting performance or look your best, establishing a solid muscle base and lowering body fat are the goal of most training regimes. Finding the best regime for you, your body shape and...

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Everyone's got a six-pack. The problem for most men is it's hidden under a layer of fat. Here's how to make yours stand out A six-pack is top of the list when it comes to desirable body parts for men, yet the abs muscles often cause confusion when it comes to training. Here, we outline the science behind the six-pack and the best...

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Struggling to shift the flab? Make some simple changes to your lifestyle and you’ll learn how to lose belly fat in no time Unless you burn fat while building mass, your hard-earned muscles will be hidden. The quickest way to fail on your fat-fighting mission is through a lack of discipline. But even if you are properly motivated, you need to ensure you...

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From barbell bootcamps to dance-based classes, group fitness is exploding in popularity as a way for gym-goers to get in a great workout alongside friends and motivators. And why not? The group atmosphere provides a unique environment that's hard to re-create in a solo lifting session with your headphones. But group fitness classes aren't for everyone. We've outlined their top pros and cons to help...

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