Blog - GymStreak Articles (Page 6)

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3 Foods You Don’t Have to Avoid in Your Fitness Journey

Carbs, artificial sugar, and soy protein — if you want gains and weight loss, all these got to go when you start on your fitness journey. Right?

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How To Choose the Best Gym for You

Looking to settle down? Just so we're clear: we're talking about the gym. Still interested? Then these tips on how to choose a gym are for you.

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Diastasis Recti: What Is It, and Can You Fix It with Exercises?

What is diastasis recti - and can you "fix" it with exercises? Ans: you can. But there are a few things to note. Find out more in this article.

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Does Exercise Always Result in Weight Loss?

Exercise equals weight loss. Or does it? In actuality, the relationship between physical activity and weight is complicated. We explore why here.

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How Much Water Should You Drink a Day?

Should you be guzzling water 24/7? Is everyone chronically dehydrated? In this article, find out (exactly) how much water you should drink a day.

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Barbell vs. Dumbbell: Is There a Clear Winner?

Barbell vs. dumbbell - which should you choose? And, perhaps more importantly, does it even matter in the grand scheme of things? We explore.

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How to Get Motivated to Workout (or Do Anything, Really)

Don't feel like heading to the gym? Missing a session one time is fine. But long-term? Not so great, TBH. Here's how to get motivated to workout.

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Can I Build Muscle with Bodyweight Exercises?

"Can I build muscle with bodyweight exercises?" Yes, you can. But you'll need to make a few adjustments to the way you train. Find out more here.

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Ectomorph, Endomorph, Mesomorph: Does Your Body Type Matter?

Ectomorph, endomorph, mesomorph: should your body type influence how you train and eat? Will you see better results if you do? Find answers here.

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How to Force Growth in a Lagging Muscle Group (Or Lift)

Frustrated by your lack of progress in the gym? Here are 4 things you could do to "force" growth in any lagging muscle group or lift.

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5 Reasons You Feel Exhausted All the Time

Exhausted all the time? Find out 5 possible reasons for that in this article, plus what you could do to (finally) feel like yourself again.

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Getting Started

How to Determine the Best Squat Stance for You

There's no one-size-fits-all squat stance. Instead, it depends on hip anatomy. Learn the best stance you should adopt for stronger squats here.

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Is Exercise Bad for Your Knees?

The knee cartilage wears out with usage - so you should avoid working out ... right? Wrong. Exercise isn't bad for the knees. At all. Here's why.

Chronic Inflammation: How It Hurts Muscle Growth (& What to Do About It)

Chronic Inflammation: How It Hurts Muscle Growth (& What to Do About It)

Inflammation stimulates muscle growth. At the same time, though, too much hurt your gains. Find out why and how to strike the right balance here.

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Getting Started

Beat “Gymtimidation”. Here’s How.

Dread or fear going to the gym because you feel judged? That's a common phenomenon known as "gymtimidation"; find out how to overcome that here.

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How To Get Bigger Biceps

As with training other muscle groups, the best way to get bigger biceps is an in-depth understanding of its anatomy. This article is going to cover all the angles to attack your biceps from theory to practical application.

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Lifestyle Featured

New Year Resolutions: The Secret to (Actually) Achieving Them

It's been a long time since you've achieved any of your New Year resolutions - why? Find out in this article so you can make 2022 different.

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3 Hunger-Suppressing Foods Helpful for Weight Loss (Excludes Protein!)

You're trying your best to stick to a calorie deficit. The only problem? All that intense hunger. Find 3 hunger-suppressing foods that may help.

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How to Minimize Cardio and Strength Training Interference

Sometimes, it's impossible to do your cardio and lifting on separate days. Here's how you can minimize the interference effect for maximum gains.

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What to Look for in a Personal Trainer

Find a personal trainer. Transform your physique. Oh, if only it were that easy. Here are 4 things to be mindful of when selecting a trainer.

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Which Recovery Techniques Should You Use for Sore Muscles?

Struggling with sore muscles? Here are 4 of the best, science-backed recovery techniques that'll help you get back to the grind ASAP.

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3 Reasons Why Pull-Ups Aren’t Suitable for Hypertrophy

Thinking of using the pull-ups to build your back? Yeah ... not a great idea. Find out why - and what you should do instead - right here.

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Free Weights vs. Resistance Machine: Which Should You Use?

Ah, the perennial question: "free weights vs. machines - which is better?" Find out in this article (psst: the answer might just surprise you!)

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Why Neglecting Thoracic Mobility Is a Bad Idea (3 Exercises You Need to Do)

You know hip mobility. The same goes for ankle mobility. But thoracic mobility? If you've never heard of it, start doing these 3 exercises ASAP.

What Is Anterior Pelvic Tilt? (And How to Fix It)

What Is Anterior Pelvic Tilt? (And How to Fix It)

The anterior pelvic tilt isn't only aesthetically displeasing but also increases your risk of lifting injuries. Find out how to fix it here.