Functional strength training
The concept of functional training has received much attention in recent years. Functional training and core, although related, are sometimes confused. By definition "functional training" means training for a purpose. In other words, it must have a positive effect on the
10 dietary commandments for high-performance athletes
Nutrition is something that affects everyone. We all need fuel and nutrients. However, everyone eats for completely different reasons. In nutrition for the athlete, both in competition and in the realm of life in general, putting thought behind what goes
Failure is normal, why is it so hard to accept it?
Teachers, parents, family, friends and other colleagues who watch us train or compete throughout the weeks, are used to seeing us react in many different ways when we fail. Every once in a while we experience a phase where it seems
Bench press: the most common mistakes
The bench press is the most popular exercise among athletes looking to build muscle and strength. But even though it is the most well-known, mistakes are still being made that can be detrimental to the health of every athlete. Despite the
Weight Lifting: Keeping it Safe and Injury-Free
Whether you lift weights for general fitness, to train for sports or to compete, safety comes first. Form is a critical part of weightlifting. Your goal should be to lift the right amount of weight using perfect form. Lifting more than
Evita el estancamiento durante tus rutinas de ejercicio
A todos nos ha pasado que, sin importar qué tan motivados estemos para hacer nuestra rutina de ejercicio y pesas, nos quedemos en un punto de estanque en el que, por más cambios que hagamos en el peso o repeticiones,