Cardio training can be hugely beneficial to include in every single training programme, including those focused on strength and muscle building. I already see a good number of the lifting population getting riled up at this comment, but stick with me, in about 30 seconds,... The post Adding cardio to resistance training plans appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

Velocity based training (VBT) is not a new fad. It is, however, more accessible than ever, and is now a commonly used training tool in elite sport and performance facilities. That’s right, we’ve been using VBT at FX for a while now, and will absolutely... The post An introduction to Velocity Based Training (VBT) appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

What can we do to optimise concurrent training and minimise interference effect? After reading part 1, you should now be familiar with the idea of current training and interference effect, and have a basic grasp of the main reasoning for some of the key reasons... The post Concurrent training and interference effect: Part 2. Practical applications appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

Can I build muscle, get strong and get fit at the same time? This is a question I get asked a lot in my varied roles as a personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach and performance nutritionist. And the answer is a resounding YES! And... The post Concurrent training and interference effect: Part 1. appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

For fat loss? Nope. And yes.   Here’s some basics to understand.   The “IIFYM” approach to fat loss If you’ve dieted in the last decade, you’re probably familiar with the “if it fits your macros (AKA IIFYM)” approach to dieting. It’s basically the antichrist... The post Fat loss: does food choice even matter, providing Calories are managed? appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

We know that exercise has huge benefits to health, but how does that translate to illness and our ability to avoid cold, flu, infections, and dare I say it… COVID. Here’s what you need to know. First off, importantly, we know that being generally fit... The post Training, nutrition and illness appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

A new study (Careau et al., Energy compensation and adiposity in humans, current biology (2021)) has been doing the rounds on social media this week, so I thought I’d put a quick post together to discuss the findings and implications of this for MOST people.... The post Maybe exercise isn’t as effective for weight loss as you thought appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

Strength training is an important aspect of a young/ youth athlete’s development within their sport, or sports.  When it is properly supervised and appropriately planned it is a SAFE and an effective method of developing strength and power. Here’s why youth athletes, coaches and parent’s... The post Strength training for Youth Athletes: Here’s how appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

There are a huge number of training systems/ approaches out there designed to improve sports performance. Some work exceptionally well, and some are flawed. These flawed systems are easy enough to spot if you know what to look for, but most often, it’s the perfectly good systems- the ones... The post Athletic Training: Addressing Common Concerns For Coaches And Athletes appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more

This blog post will cover the top reasons why women should opt for strength training and the benefits that will follow. It still amazes me that despite all the benefits that come from lifting weights, many women still shy away from it.   Maintaining adequate muscle... The post The benefits of strength training for women appeared first on Fitness Experience ..read more