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Why is Building Muscle So Important as We Age?

Think you can’t build muscle over 50? Think again! Here’s why strength training is vital for a long, healthy, independent life.
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Strength Training for Runners | 5 Essential Exercises

If you want to run long, fast, and strong, you need to do more than just run. Here’s why strength training should be part of every running program.
Running At-Home Workouts Strength Training
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The Best Way to Build Muscle? Sleep

Think rest is for the weak? Working out but not recovering properly is counterproductive. Here’s why sleep and muscle growth go hand in hand.
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Why You Should Try Plyometric Exercises – And How To Get Started

Jump! Watch Polar Coach Maria go over the essential plyometric exercises for upper, lower, and whole body to improve athlete power and explosiveness.

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Are There Any Benefits to Having a Cold Shower After a Workout?

What does the science say about adding a chilly blast to your shower after a training session?
Sleep and Recovery Recovery From Exercise Strength Training

How Social Media and Covid Have Changed Gym Anxiety

How have gyms changed in recent years? And have those changes made some of us more or less anxious about using them?
Workout Mental Health Strength Training
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How to Start Eating Macros for Building Muscle

Nutritionist Katrina Borg explains the basics for anyone considering macro eating to increase their muscle gain.
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Perimenopause Diet and Exercise: How Fitness and Nutrition Can Boost Your Health and Happiness

Can focusing on your fitness and nutrition during perimenopause help ease symptoms? Women’s coach Hayley Plummer reveals her essential recommendations.
Workout Mental Health Nutrition Strength Training Strong Women Q&A/FAQ
How to start weightlifting with Alice Mastriani

How to Start Weightlifting With Polar Ambassador Alice Mastriani

CrossFit trainer, osteopath and all-round Insta inspiration, Alice Mastriani talks goals, supportive exercises and her 100kg clean and jerk.
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Fit Over 50: How to Become Strong, Flexible & Healthy

Even if you already work out regularly, it’s essential to know how your training should evolve once you’re over 50. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Supportive Exercises For Runners

Coach Nick Anderson shows us what else we need to do besides running: warm-up drills, core exercises and post-run stretches. We’ve got it all on video – take a look here.
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4-Week Fitness Program – CrossFit Style

This fitness program mixes HIIT, strength and mobility without forgetting (active) recovery. 4 weeks full of fun and sweat to help you get fit(ter).

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30-Minute Cardio Strength Workout

Want to get stronger, but not bulky? This cardio strength workout only takes half an hour of your time and doesn’t require any equipment.
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Should You Combine Cardio And Strength Training?

Cardio and strength training: Should you combine the two or is it best to do them as separate sessions on different days of the week? The answer is simple.
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Hybrid Workouts For Runners – Running And Strength Training Combined

Here’s how hybrid workouts can benefit running and prevent injury.
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Strength Training For Triathletes

Triathlete and fitness guru Nils von Muster-Kistner shares useful guidance on strength training for triathletes to help you maximize your performance.
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5 Quick Steps To Warm Up Before Lifting

How you warm up before lifting can be the defining factor between crushing your workout and simply going through the motions. Here’s how to warm up quickly, yet effectively.
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How To Combine Strength Training With Running Workouts

Endurance expert Alex Hutchinson shares his thoughts on combining strength training and running workouts to build a more well-rounded training plan.
Running Strength Training

Why Your Go-To Core Exercises Don’t Work

Obstacle course racer, CrossFit athlete Christian Jonsson explains how to break the monotony of sit-ups and crunches with effective core exercises.

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5 Reasons Why You’re Not Getting Stronger

If you practically live at the gym, yet wondering “Why am I not getting stronger?”, here are five reasons that may be hindering your progress.
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