Training Journal
7 articles tagged “gym-myths”-
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Gym Myth: Toning Is Different From Building Muscle
Toning and building muscle are not different processes. Here is what actually creates a toned look and how to train for it.
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Gym Myth: You Must Train to Failure to Grow
Do you need to train to failure to build muscle? Here is what the research shows about failure training vs reps in reserve.
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Gym Myth: Fasted Cardio Burns More Fat
Does fasted cardio really burn more fat? Here is what the research shows about fasted vs fed training and total fat loss.
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Gym Myth: Soreness Means It Was a Good Workout
Soreness is not proof your workout worked. Learn what DOMS really measures and the real signals of training progress.
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Gym Myth: Machines Are Useless vs Free Weights
Machines are not useless compared to free weights. See what each tool actually does better and how to program both for real results.
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Gym Myth: Muscle Turns to Fat When You Stop
Muscle cannot literally turn into fat. Here is what really happens when you stop training, and how fast muscle actually comes back.
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Gym Myth: You Can Spot-Reduce Fat
Can you spot-reduce fat with targeted exercise? Here's what actually determines where you lose fat first, and the full-body plan that works.
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