4 May 2022, 18:59 UTCβ7,370 views19 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
How often should a muscle group be trained? πͺ
π‘ First, what is a muscle group? βMuscle groupβ is a term generally referring to a βgroupβ or section of muscles on your body. For example, legs, arms, chest, shoulders and back.
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For optimal results, each muscle group should be trained 2 to 3 days per week with at least 48 hours separating the same muscle group. So, for example if you trained your chest today, yoβ¦
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27 Apr 2022, 20:47 UTCβ6,540 views20 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
Homemade isotonic drink π₯€
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It's really quite simple! The most basic recipe looks like that: take water, dissolve some sugar in it and add a pinch of salt, done!
βοΈ But wait, add sugar?! I thought sugar is bad and I should avoid it! Yes, you are correct, however in this scenario sugar is actually quite necessary.
π‘ Why? Sugar can provide the necessary carbohydrate during exercise to prevent a drop in blood gβ¦
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18 Apr 2022, 21:10 UTCβ5,600 views6 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
What to eat before a run π
π‘ Itβs important to fuel up three to four hours in advance, particularly if youβre a distance runner. I personally usually eat two hours before a run.
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The pre-run meal keeps you from feeling hungry before and during your run and maintains optimal levels of blood sugar for your exercising muscles.
βοΈ The meal should be high in carbs, moderate in protein and low in nutrients that sβ¦
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16 Apr 2022, 21:08 UTCβ4,200 views3 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
"I dare you to train for a marathon, and not have it change your life. "
- Susan Sidoriak
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14 Apr 2022, 17:25 UTCβ4,130 views7 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
What is "tapering"? π
π‘ Tapering is used in endurance sport circles to describe the last part of your training where you start to reduce the amount of running, cycling, swimming etc. that you do in the final weeks before your event.
β It allows your body to recover from any muscle damage, glycogen depletion, dehydration that the intensity of training for an endurance event can cause. Taper time can also help eaβ¦
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14 Apr 2022, 13:14 UTCβ3,270 views12 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Hey! π
βοΈ Lately there were no new posts made for over a week and I'm sorry for that. Few days ago I ran my first marathon and I decided to have a break from a few things (including the channel) before and after the event. I hope you understand that.
πββ Now it's time to come back! Next few posts will be related to marathon training and recovery (kind of a mini-series), if you have any post ideas, leave them inβ¦
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3 Apr 2022, 20:59 UTCβ4,040 views10 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
Garlic and it's benefits π§
β Garlic is a plant in the onion family thatβs grown for its distinctive taste and health benefits.
βοΈ Garlic is low in calories and rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6 and manganese. It also contains trace amounts of various other
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Health benefits:
- Prevents and reduces
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28 Mar 2022, 20:47 UTCβ3,660 views7 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
What is a "deload" ? β¬οΈ
π‘ A deload period is when you lower the intensity of your training for a short amount of time. Lift lighter weights or reduce the volume you complete for the exercise.
π It's used to avoid overtraining and to recover from a period of performance plateaus, decreased energy levels, overworking and poor sleep.
π΅βπ« Feeling banged up, demotivated, or stuck in a plateau? This will probably β¦
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26 Mar 2022, 22:36 UTCβ3,340 views8 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
Why a structured workout plan is important? π
π Working out with consistency is important for achieving fitness results. Creating a workout plan will help you to achieve greater consistency.
β Having a fitness plan laid out means that you never lose track of what youβre supposed to do next. By developing a plan, youβll be able to systematically see what you have worked on and what you can move on to next.
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22 Mar 2022, 21:45 UTCβ3,330 views9 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Poll
Do you have a structured workout plan? β±οΈ
- Yes, I have π27%
- No, I don't β63%
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17 Mar 2022, 19:00 UTCβ3,740 views1 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
How blood donation affects your training? π©Έ
π‘ There are of course some consequences, after all, you're giving away a decent amount of your precious oxygen transporter.
β Short-term you shouldn't work out for a day or two after donation. There are also some possible longer lasting effects, mainly a temporary reduction in endurance performance and in some cases, iron-deficiency.
π€·ββ How exactly and for how lonβ¦
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13 Mar 2022, 22:15 UTCβ3,470 views13 reactionsread 7 August 2026 Photo
"Because a thing seems difficult for you, do not think it impossible for anyone to accomplish."
- Marcus Aurelius
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