Health & Fitness Blog — Weight Lifting

Guest article written by Tom Sheppard of Phoenix Performance Training. We meet again, avid reader. Welcome to Chapter 2 of this article series on training volume about hypertrophy. In Chapter 1, we covered the main factors that stimulate hypertrophy. After all, we can’t talk about how to train for hypertrophy without knowing what causes it. Now the geeky stuff is out of the way; we can start to get into the more interesting and applicable material.  Knowing how much training volume to do is a difficult thing to decipher. After all, you have successful training programs that use a wide variety...

Fitness journeys often begin with a sense of excitement mixed with a little bit of confusion. For anyone new to working out, there are a multitude of questions that can arise. This guide is here to clear up some common questions and provide insight into the world of fitness. Understanding PR: The Importance of Personal Records in Fitness In the world of fitness, you might have come across the acronym "PR" and wondered what it means. PR stands for Personal Record, a concept that resonates strongly with athletes, bodybuilders, runners, and anyone engaged in a consistent exercise regimen. This article...

Guest article written by Tom Sheppard of Phoenix Performance Training. We all want to be jacked. Even those of us who claim to do it for health benefits, performance (in strength sports or other sports), or whatever other reason. Being more jacked gives us more confidence, makes moving house infinitely easier, and helps make the sad head voice go away for a little while. So, considering that just about everyone in the weights room is after hypertrophy in at least some capacity, very few understand what stimulates hypertrophy and even further understand how much work they need to do to...

Powerlifting is not just a form of exercise; it's a test of physical strength and endurance, a challenge of mind over matter. It's no surprise that those who are curious or new to powerlifting often have several burning questions. This article will dive into the essential aspects of powerlifting, distinguishing it from weightlifting and bodybuilding, and providing guidance on how to start your powerlifting journey.   What is Powerlifting? Powerlifting is a strength sport that primarily focuses on three main lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Powerlifting's objective is simple- lifting as much weight as possible for a single...