Milo of Croton, the Father of Resistance Training

Who invented progressive resistance training? Or in simpler terms, who discovered that lifting heavier and heavier loads made one bigger and stronger? It's a strange question admittedly. A question that we may never be able to answer. Luckily that hasn't stopped people trying. One such theory comes from the magical world of Greek mythology. A body... Continue Reading →

3 Champions With a Winning Mentality

How to take training to the next level? Often the biggest obstacle we face is our own self-doubt. When striving to reach the pinnacle of fitness we find ourselves facing challenges that hinder or stop our progress. These can be mentally through lack of motivation or physically through injury. During these times it can feel... Continue Reading →

Reg Park Working Out c. 1960s

Known for inspiring countless gym goers during the twentieth-century, Reg Park was truly one of bodybuilding's first stars. Alongside Grimek and others, he helped popularise the sport in both the United States and Europe more generally. Although many photos exist of the man at his peak, few depict him in the middle of working out,... Continue Reading →

Milo of Croton, the Father of Resistance Training

Who invented progressive resistance training? Or in simpler terms, who discovered that lifting heavier and heavier loads made one bigger and stronger? It's a strange question admittedly. A question that we may never be able to answer. Luckily that hasn't stopped people trying. One such theory comes from the magical world of Greek mythology. A body... Continue Reading →

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