Posts by Greg O'Gallagher
Do Martial Arts Training and Sports Affect Strength Gains?
One of the great facets of Kinobody is that it doesn’t require you to live in the gym. Three strength training sessions per week suffice for tremendous gains. What about those days in between? One of the questions people frequently ask us is whether it’s acceptable to do martial arts training or other conditioning work…
Read MoreHow to Master The One-Arm Pushup In 6 Simple Steps
The one-arm pushup is a show of Herculean strength. Even a gym monster that can bench 300 pounds is unlikely able to do a one-arm pushup, or any exercise involving a single limb for that matter. Do you want to show off to your friends, or show off to the kids and their moms at…
Read MoreThe Harsh Truth About Intermittent Fasting Side Effects
What are some side effects of intermittent fasting? Surely, there has to be a payoff with something that works so well, right? Are there long-term health issues? What might you feel in the short term? If you’re still on the fences about fasting for weight loss, then we’ll cover the groundwork and any aftereffects you…
Read MoreShould You Bulk Up or Lose Fat First?
Achieving your dream physique is about acquiring muscle and dropping body fat. One without the other doesn’t really give you a complete look and leaves more to be desired when seeing yourself in the mirror. Since you want more muscle and less fat, this begs the question: Is it better to bulk up or lose…
Read MoreHow to Get Back In Shape After A Layoff: How Much Muscle Can You Lose?
Sometimes, we’re forced to take a step back from training. Most often, this is due to injury or tweaking a muscle. This means a few weeks and potentially even a few months without picking up a weight. This can be disheartening as you see your hard-earned muscles begin to wane. You also miss out on…
Read MoreHotel Workout and Dieting: How to Build Muscle and Lose Fat While Travelling
How do you maintain a lean and mean physique when on the road? A vacation or business trip can certainly complicate matters due to lack of access to exercise equipment or quality food options. On top of that, your normal schedule may be thrown out of whack. Nevertheless, a high-quality hotel workout is possible, as…
Read MoreWhat Should You Do If You Screw Up Your Diet? Exposing The Truth About Clean Eating Diet
Does a clean eating diet really work? Sure, it’s healthy; after all, you’re eating “clean.” However, if you ever tried to stick to steamed veggies, oatmeal, tuna, and chicken breasts, then you know it’s not long before cravings for chocolate cake kicks in. Who hasn’t broken their diet regimen and just all-out binged on ice…
Read MoreWhy Dieting and Cardio for Weight Loss Are a Bad Idea
Are there any superfoods that contain some sort of antioxidant or vitamin that can halt weight gain? Sadly, the answer is “no,” at least not according to research. Ultimately, it all comes down to total calorie consumption (i.e., you should burn calories). Cardio is something else to consider. If you’re doing cardio for weight loss,…
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