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free weights vs. machines | Cara Barnes | female personal trainer

Free Weights vs. Machines: The Strength Training Guide

Free Weights vs. Machines: The Strength Training Guide Free weights vs. Machines is a conversation that is a hotly contested topic. For many fitness enthusiasts, this isn’t just a question of equipment; it’s about philosophy, efficiency, and the essence of strength training. This comprehensive guide is tailored for the gym devotee who wants to understand …

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Is It Too Late to Start Lifting Weights | Cara Barnes | personal trainer | Physiques Gym

Is It Too Late to Start Lifting Weights?

Is It Too Late to Start Lifting Weights? The journey to fitness and weight loss is a continuous one, and more than often people tend to focus solely on cardio exercises. However, lifting weights has been proven to be one of the most effective ways to achieve a fit body. As we age, our bodies …

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Low Testosterone and Increased Body Fat - article by Cara Barnes

The Connection Between Low Testosterone and Increased Body Fat in Bodybuilding

The Connection Between Low Testosterone and Increased Body Fat in Bodybuilding For bodybuilders, maintaining a lean and muscular physique is essential. However, achieving this goal can be challenging due to numerous factors, including low testosterone levels. Testosterone is a hormone that plays a vital role in maintaining muscle mass, bone density, and fat distribution. Unfortunately, …

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Speed up Muscle Growth

Life Hacks to Speed up Muscle Growth: A Comprehensive Guide

Life Hacks to Speed up Muscle Growth: A Comprehensive Guide This is a comprehensive guide with some of effective life hacks to help you to speed up muscle growth. Building muscles is a challenging and time-consuming task. It requires consistency, discipline, hard work, and good nutrition. But in today’s fast-paced world, people often struggle to …

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How Much Rest is Ideal for Maximum Muscle Growth

How Much Rest is Ideal for Maximum Muscle Growth?

How Much Rest is Ideal for Maximum Muscle Growth? Bodybuilding is more than just lifting barbells and dumbbells – it’s a lifestyle that requires discipline, patience, and knowledge. The science behind muscle growth is fascinating and complex, and one of the most crucial factors in achieving maximum gains is rest time. While most lifters know …

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Can resistance bands to build muscle

Can Resistance Bands Work for Hypertrophy?

Can Resistance Bands Work for Hypertrophy? When it comes to strength training, there are many tools that can be used to achieve your goals. From dumbbells to barbells, kettlebells to resistance machines, there are many different options to choose from. One popular tool that you may have come across is resistance bands. But can bands …

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Why Bro Splits Don’t Work: A Comprehensive Guide

Why Bro Splits Don’t Work: A Comprehensive Guide If you’ve been lifting weights for a while, chances are you’ve heard of the term “bro split”. Essentially, a bro split is a workout routine that places emphasis on one body part per day. For example, Monday might be chest day, Tuesday might be back day, and …

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How To Fix Your Lateral Raise

Follow These Tips To Fix Your Lateral Raise   Playlist 1 Videos Fix Your Lateral Raise 1:09 Physiques Gym has a team of coaches, online or in person, who will work with you to create a plan that helps you reach your goals and keep the weight off for good. What are you waiting for? …

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Why Women Should Build Muscle

There are many benefits to your health and overall physique if you build muscle. One comment I hear often from women, “I just want to tone up” well guess what, ‘tone’ is muscle.  How much muscle you build is a personal choice but you will benefit from and increasing your lean mass.  Benefits of Building …

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