5 Tips for Sticking to a Caloric Deficit

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If you’ve read any of my other posts that discuss dieting and losing weight, you’ll know that sticking to a caloric deficit is required in order for your body to burn fat. It’s the underlying principle behind every approach to dieting, and the easiest way to achieve this is by…

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The Right Workout Mindset for Building Muscle

A good workout mindset is the foundation for achieving muscle growth

As much as we fixate on what it takes to meet our fitness goals from a physical standpoint, we need to make sure we’re also equipped mentally. As with anything else, your mindset is vital because it heavily dictates the actions you carry out and ultimately decides whether you even…

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What Is Ego Lifting and Why Should You Avoid It?

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When it comes to strength training, being able to lift heavy weights seems to be an overwhelming priority for many people. Maybe it’s to try and impress others; maybe it’s a genuine belief that weight is the primary contributor to muscle growth. Unfortunately, this often leads to a common mistake…

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Myths of the Gym that Simply Aren’t True

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Having been a part of the fitness community for many years now, I’ve come across many different claims about how to properly work out and build muscle. Everyone seems to talk about fitness like they’re experts, but unfortunately, much of what’s being said just isn’t true or doesn’t tell the…

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How Hard Should You Train to Effectively Build Muscle?

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How much effort you should be putting into your workout routine can be quite mystifying for many beginners. Coaches and fitness influencers are always talking about pushing yourself, but for someone who’s never worked out before, how would they know if they’re actually meeting such vague criteria? What does training…

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What Is the Mind-Muscle Connection?

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As many of you may be taking your first serious dive into the world of fitness, you might be gaining exposure to many new fitness-related terms on the web or in conversations with others, which could be leaving you lost and with many questions. If you’re reading this post, one…

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