What are Cheating Reps?

DEFINITION Cheating reps refer to a technique of using momentum or “cheating” to complete additional reps of an exercise when muscles are fatigued. This allows for extra workload beyond muscular failure. EXPLANATION EXAMPLES RELATED TERMS…

The Thrilling World of Adventure Fitness: Get Wild, Get Fit

When I first heard the term “adventure fitness,” images of thrill-seekers rock climbing and kayaking through raging rapids came to mind. I wondered, is adventure fitness only for the bold and daring? Or could it…

Breathtaking Breakthroughs: Latest Research on Exercise and Mental Health

Mental health is paramount for wellbeing. Yet in our modern, perpetually stressed world, rates of common issues like anxiety, depression and cognitive decline are skyrocketing. These concerning trends highlight an urgent need to uncover solutions.…

The Fitness Frontier: Exploring Innovative Exercise Technologies

The pursuit of health and fitness looks very different today compared to even a decade ago. Revolutionary advancements in technology have led to groundbreaking innovations that are transforming the exercise landscape as we know it.…

What is Circuit Training?

Circuit Training DEFINITION Circuit training involves moving quickly between different exercises with minimal rest, completing a circuit of stations to build muscular endurance and cardiovascular fitness. EXPLANATION EXAMPLES RELATED TERMS COMMON QUESTIONS DO NOT CONFUSE…