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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 →
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 →
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 →