Workout Tips
Jun 27, 2024
Battle of Techniques: Drop Sets Vs. Supersets
Have you recently hit a training plateau? Add drop sets and supersets to stimulate new muscle growth. These training techniques offer diverse fitness benefits and can be tailored to meet the needs of lifters of all levels. Below, we explore both methods to help you decide which is best suited for your training regimen.
Jun 27, 2024
5 Easy Ways to Know if You're Losing Fat
Seeing the scale go down could mean you're shedding fat, but it could also just be water weight or, worse, precious muscle you're losing. If torching fat is your mission (and it's a great one to have!), it’s essential to recognize the difference between fat loss and weight loss.
Jun 18, 2024
Heavy Vs. Light Weights: Which is Better for Building Muscle?
Regarding bodybuilding, we all know how crucial weightlifting is for muscle mass and strength. But did you know that lifting light weights can actually give you the same results as lifting heavy weights?
Jun 18, 2024
How to Boost Your Stamina for Peak Fitness
Endurance is crucial for nailing your fitness goals! It's all about helping your body perform at its best, longer, by getting oxygen and nutrients where they need to go. Improving your endurance will take your fitness game to the next level! Stick with us, and we’ll show you how to boost that stamina so you can get in peak shape.
Jun 4, 2024
4 Leg & Glutes Exercises for Massive Muscle Growth
Your glutes and legs are fundamental in propelling and generating explosive strength. Robust legs and glutes are also crucial for maintaining lower back health. They significantly influence your posture and can help alleviate knee discomfort, too.
If you aim to enhance your glutes and legs on leg day, we've curated the perfect set of exercises for you. But to optimize muscle development, you must emphasize proper form and avoid common errors, which we’ll cover below for each free-weight movement.
May 1, 2024
How to Know If You’re Making Progress: The Ultimate Guide to Workout Tracking
Your fitness success will only go so far as your data recording. Yes, you read that right; how you track workouts directly correlates to your end physique. But how can you record your gym progress? Where do you start? Fortunately, with PVL as your trusted courier and guide, you no longer need to lament, "Why am I not making progress at the gym?"
Apr 25, 2024
How to Avoid Workout Plateaus with Ease
It’s frustrating when you want nothing more than to add five pounds to the bar and lift it easily. But how do you avoid workout plateaus? Today, we’ll show you how to change your workout routine to avoid plateaus and maintain muscle and strength gains.
Mar 15, 2024
Best Cardio at Home Workouts Without Running
What do you think about first when you think about cardio? That’s right, running. Pounding the pavement, putting one foot in front of the other rapidly, going in circles around a track. Luckily, you don’t have to run to do cardio at home – in fact, no-running cardio is preferred for longevity and health purposes. Toss out the treadmill and get ready to reap the rewards of cardio without losing your knees in the process.
Mar 4, 2024
How to Bench Press Effectively to Develop a Thick Chest
When you think of chest workouts, your mind undoubtedly heads to the bench press, and for good reason. It can be daunting even to begin a bench press routine but fear not, for we have the definitive overview of bench press for you to start pressing and develop a massive chest.
Mar 4, 2024
The Basics of Powerlifting: Crafting a Powerful Powerlifter’s Physique
Powerlifting is a terrific skill to have, no matter your goals. This strength sport showcases the best at technical lifts, not only lifting massive amounts of weight but also doing it with proper form. Moreover, a powerlifting physique is highly desirable, resembling a functional bodybuilder's.
In this article, we’ll do a deep dive comparing powerlifting vs. bodybuilding and walk you through a beginner powerlifting program so you can get started on your own powerlifting journey.
Dec 27, 2023
The Definitive Guide to Good Squat Form
Buckle up! This guide looks at all aspects of proper squatting form. Learn how to position yourself correctly before performing squats, which muscles are involved in the movement, and critical tips on training for mass, power, or strength.
Dec 27, 2023
Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Exercises: Differences & Benefits of Both Movement Types
Aerobic and anaerobic exercises are the antithesis of each other yet can yield incredible results separately or together. From PVL’s point of view, implementing both throughout the week could significantly boost athleticism, aesthetics, and general health.