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I’m a personal trainer: Here's why the trending 5-5-5-30 method boosts your mood and energy
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (146+ words) Sam Hopes is a level 3 qualified trainer, a level 2 Reiki practitioner and fitness editor at Tom's Guide. She is also currently undertaking her Yoga For Athletes training course. Sam has written for various fitness brands and websites over the years…...
Forget crunches and sit-ups: This beginner-friendly 'core crusher' abs workout builds strong muscles without them
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (339+ words) I don't believe that sit-ups or crunches are must-haves in any core routine. In fact, I steer away from them in favor of other functional core exercises that build a strong midsection, and this "core crusher" workout is a great…...
Forget sit-ups — I tried the sprinter bridge instead to boost my core strength, and here's what happened
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (543+ words) Mix up your core routine with the sprinter bridge I've always found that variety is key to keeping myself engaged in strength training. If I stick to the same workout or exercises for too long, then boredom sets in and…...
I find planks boring, but I love this plank variation that’s great for building core strength
1+ mon, 20+ min ago (714+ words) Spice up your core routine with the plank drag I'd never claim that the plank is a "bad" core exercise. It's great for working the deep stabilizing muscles in your core as well as your abs and lower back, and…...
'Stop doing crunches: I tried flutter kicks for a week, and the results surprised me!"
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (401+ words) Expert picks to help you choose. Best Laptop/ PC Guides Top tips to upgrade your setup. Unlock and manage exclusive Tom's Guide member rewards. This deceptively pleasant-sounding move is a serious workout for the abs "Flutter kicks," I thought, when…...
You can't 'tone' muscle — I'm a personal trainer, and these are the two things I tell clients to do instead
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (1113+ words) Toning is a myth, so here's what you should really focus on Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features. Be AI savvy with your weekly newsletter summing up all the biggest AI news you need…...
Ditch the planks: This 3-move standing core workout burns fat and builds functional fitness in just 10 minutes
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (778+ words) Your membership journey starts here. Keep exploring and earning more as a member. Expert picks to help you choose. Best Laptop/ PC Guides Top tips to upgrade your setup. Unlock and manage exclusive Tom's Guide member rewards. Here are the…...
Forget crunches: Turkish sit-ups are 'the key to unlocking mega core strength and power,' says a personal trainer
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (628+ words) I'm a personal trainer, and if you only have time for one core exercise, make it this one. Turkish sit-ups don't crop up in a huge number of workouts that I see around, but this one move will torch your…...
I tried 7 days of the ‘Tread and Tone’ walking workout — It's not for everyone
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1093+ words) Think light dumbbells and treadmill walking " here's what I thought of the trending combo. If you've been scrolling through fitness feeds lately, you may have noticed treadmill walking is trending (you've got to love a Hot Girl Walk), along with…...
Forget long gym sessions: This 7-7-7 kettlebell workout builds full-body strength in half the time
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (964+ words) 7 moves, 7 sets, 7 reps " now we're talking. You can build strength, muscle and power with the 7-7-7 workout method using this kettlebell workout. That means seven moves, seven sets and seven reps using just one set of kettlebells. Kettlebell workouts are efficient…...