Workout Tips
Sep 27, 2023
A Comprehensive Guide to the Ins and Outs of HIIT Workouts
What is high-intensity interval training? Does it work? And how do you develop a HIIT training protocol? Fear not, for PVL has all the answers. We’re breaking down what HIIT is, how to incorporate HIIT workouts in your regimen, and give you a HIIT workout for beginners so you can start absorbing all the benefits of high-intensity training no matter where you are in your fitness journey.
Sep 26, 2023
How to Maintain Muscle Mass and Avoid Muscle Loss
You want to keep your muscle mass, but sometimes life gets in the way of your training schedule. There may be times when you miss an entire week of training, and you fear that you will lose your hard-earned muscle mass.But just how much time does it take to lose gains? Don’t worry, PVL has the answer, as well as what causes muscle loss and a quick at-home workout you can do to stay active and keep your muscle mass.
Sep 19, 2023
Resistance Bands vs. Weights: Why Using Both Leads to a More Effective Workout
When you get into lifting, you usually start in one of these two camps: resistance bands or weights. While it’s fun to have an opinion of one over the other, we believe both have their place in your strength training routine. Merging a dumbbell workout with a resistance band workout is ideal for correcting imbalances, developing strength throughout the body, and giving you the best overall gym experience.
Aug 30, 2023
The Ultimate Workout Guide to Staying Fit on the Go
Maintaining an effective workout routine can be challenging when you're constantly on the go. Whether you're enjoying a summer vacation or on a work trip, we’ll show you how to develop a workout plan for any travel, how to work out anytime, and a full-body workout you can do when getting to the gym feels impossible on the road.
Aug 15, 2023
What's the Best Workout Split?
How you train is based on your goals. If you’re looking for the best adaptation possible, you’ll want to separate the muscle groups you train to different days while allowing plenty of recovery days. But which split yields the greatest muscle growth and promotes optimal recovery? PVL has the answer whether a 5-day split or a full body workout is better and where cardio fits into this weightlifting puzzle.
Aug 3, 2023
How Many Times a Week Should You Go to the Gym to Maximize Gains?
During your fitness journey, it’s crucial to consider various training factors. One significant aspect is how often you visit the gym and the optimal workout time. The timing and frequency are vital in establishing an effective and sustainable training routine.
Jun 29, 2023
The 5 Best Beginner CrossFit Workouts
It can be daunting just starting as a beginner with CrossFit workouts. CrossFit requires fierce strength and enduranc...
Oct 7, 2021
You: Powerful Beyond Measure
By Coach Gaetan Boutin, B,Sc Kine, CSCS, CCP
I want to remind you right now that you are powerful beyond measure!
Si...
Aug 26, 2021
How To Speed Up Recovery And Dominate Your Opponent
As an athlete, improving performance is a top priority, and one of the biggest ways to enhance strength and boos...
Aug 12, 2021
Stop Dieting and Exercising
You’re probably thinking that I’ve gone a bit crazy saying this but...
STOP FRIGGIN’ DIETING AND EXERCISING...
Jul 15, 2021
Engineering The Perfect Athlete
By Coach Gaetan Boutin, B,Sc Kine, CSCS, CCP
A 6 Factor Approach To Turn Talent Into Greatness
It all start...
Jul 1, 2021
The Great Eight – Fast Track Your Results
Back when weight training first became popular many decades ago, most lifters would do full body routines on
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