Low carbohydrate vs. high carbohydrate diet and high volume resistance training
A high volume resistance training program is generally used for hypertrophy but an athletes diet has a major influence on the effectiveness of the training. The ingestion of carbohydrates has been...
View ArticleEffects of strength training on endurance. Will strength training slow me down?
Today I would like to share a topic we have been discussing at uni about what skeletal muscle factors are related to cardiovascular fitness. Here was my input with reference to a number relevant...
View ArticleHormones and Strength training – Whats going on?
I was asked to write a short article on other hormone responses for the following workout: Mon: Back Squats 3 sets of 5RM -1 minute rest between sets Wed: Back Squats 3 sets of 10RM-1 minute rest...
View ArticleOvertraining : How much is too much?
The discussion at uni last week was concerning over training. What it is it and how it affect our bodies. We were given a training example and asked to describe the effects it may have on the body and...
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Determining MAS (maximum aerobic speed) and Interval training
Lately, as a personal trainer, I have been asked by many clients about interval training. How long should the intervals go for, how many should their be and how much rest should you have. Intervals...
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