As far as sports go, powerlifting is relatively easy to get into without having to fork out much cash money for gear. Equipment gear I mean. You can just wear shorts and a t-shirt, a pair of fairly boring, non-specific shoes, and get started at almost any old gym. A Weightlifting Belt It won’t be…
Nowhere else in the world does there live a cadre of people so utterly devoted to the creation of unadulterated bullshit, than the ‘fitness’ industry. I’m encompassing the fitness, nutrition and wellness spheres here, to make sure we don’t miss anyone.Wait, there’s also politics and the conspiracy community, they’re obviously pretty clear competitors. We’ll leave…
When joining a gym for the first time, the initial goal is usually to look better. Over time, you realise that the pursuit of loftier objectives such as lifting heavier weights is more satisfying than the endless striving for bigger muscles, less fat and more sex appeal. Deep down though, you never really lose that…
*increased sodium intake recommended for this blog. Approximately 1-2 grains. So you’re ready for your first comp, hopefully you’ve made the smart move and gone for a high level sanctioned comp. Just because you’re a novice doesn’t mean you should start with a novice comp, that’s weak sauce and you know it. Starting on top…
Where do we start? First of all, this is what’s known in the industry as an ‘opinion piece’, which means I can say whatever I want with zero repercussions. It’s like reading something by Andrew Bolt; it may hurt but it’s your fault for not being a maniacal, right wing bigot in the pocket of…