Machines and free weights like dumbbells, barbells, and kettlebells are typically the first choice in the gym when working through the best arms, legs, chest, back, and abs exercises. But not every ...

The workout blues can be detrimental to your fitness goals, especially in the winter months. As a personal trainer, I commonly vary the type of equipment my clients are using so they don’t plateau or ...

The first time I heard about the fitness device called TRX, I pictured an expensive, motorized machine, one that probably ground you up, limb by limb. But I was thinking of the all-terrain vehicle by ...

Training with a suspension system, like TRX, is for great providing an extra stability and core challenge. Its ropes, straps, hoops, and handles provide resistance that takes almost any exercise to ...

The pistol squat is the ultimate test for lower body strength, balance, and mobility. While it doesn't exactly have the same effect as the powerlifter's favorite move—the back squat, this awkward ...

If you're bored of standard squats, single leg "pistol" squats can progress your muscle gains. Pistol squats are challenging but working on them can improve balance and fix weaknesses. You can ...

Over the past decade, I have learned hundreds of suspension training exercises using the TRX. This is a list and descriptions of my personal favorites that I find easy to do, but it is challenging and ...

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It is up to you how you wish to move through this workout. Some like to do each exercise -- five sets of five reps with the "rest exercises" listed between sets. Some will prefer to go from bench, ...

Sure, you know how to use treadmills and hand weights. But what about all the other equipment housed in your gym? In this series, we’ll cut the intimidation factor and give you new tools for getting ...