If you exercise regularly, you've probably noticed that “ strength ” doesn't always feel the same. Sometimes you lift heavy and slow, sometimes you jump explosively, sometimes your muscles are burning halfway through the set. And yet everyone says, “That's strength training.” But that's not true.  Strength is not just strength. There are  different types  of exercise—maximum strength, explosive strength and strength endurance —and each one challenges your body in a completely

If you've landed on this article, it means you're ready to take  your first steps  into the exciting world of  CrossFit . Or maybe you're still wondering whether CrossFit is right for you. Let's put it this way:  Yes, do it!  It changed our lives and will hopefully turn yours upside down too! But what exactly does CrossFit training involve, and how is a typical class structured? More importantly, how do you get started  as a  beginner ? We'll tell you everything you need to k

You probably know those days when you can hardly get going in the morning, yet suddenly find yourself wide awake late at night. Other days are exactly the opposite: you feel awake and active early on, but by the afternoon, you somehow run out of steam. This often seems random—but it isn't. The pattern behind this is called the circadian rhythm . This is nothing more than the internal clock that your body has been following for millions of years. Sleep , energy, hunger, focus,

Does this sound familiar? You start out motivated, set yourself goals, make a plan—and everything goes well for the first few weeks. You're in the flow, feeling strong, seeing progress . And then that moment comes: you skip a workout. Then two. And suddenly you're completely out of it. This doesn't happen  because you're lazy.  It happens because appointments, work, tiredness, family, and other things get in the way. And your workout? It gets postponed. But that's exactly whe

It's high time to drop the beat—and the  dumbbells  along with it. Our new  SmartWOD Workout of the Month ,  “Clusta Rhymes,”  has everything you need for two minutes of fame (and five rounds of hell). Shuttle runs, dumbbell clusters, and lots of heart rate in rhythm —the perfect  AMRAP  to push you to your limits. Curious? Then scroll through the article. You'll find a direct link to the workout below. ⬇️ SmartWOD Workout of the Month  – what is it? With the “Workout of the

You can lift weights without actually exercising. Sounds strange, doesn't it? But that's exactly what happens when you just do repetitions at the gym without really feeling what your body is doing. This is where the  muscle-mind connection  comes into play—the ability to consciously control your  muscles  during movement. It makes the difference between “going through the motions” and  targeted training . It's not about esotericism, but about  control . When your head is real

When you hear “ endurance training ,” you probably think of endless runs on the treadmill or sprints that nearly kill you, right? But cardio is now much more than just running, rowing, or cycling. Basically, there are two ways: Short and intense  – really push yourself for a few minutes. Or long and steady  – the classic, relaxed endurance run. Both variants have their strengths. And then there is a third option that often makes the biggest difference:  mixed training —a clev

If you work out regularly at the gym, you know the drill: same air, same faces, same equipment. Effective? Yes. Varied? Not so much. Outdoor training is the exact opposite: you have space, fresh air, sun on your skin—and really no excuses.  Outdoor training gives you that feeling of freedom  that you might miss at the gym. And  functional fitness  is the perfect fit:  you lift, pull, jump, push, and run . And best of all, you can train  anywhere . In the park, on the beach, a

There are exercises that simply  build muscle . And then there is deadlifting. This isn't about show, but about  real  strength . It's about tension throughout your entire body, about control, about the feeling when you stand up straight and hold the weight steadily in your hand. Deadlifts are simple: you lift, you work, you get stronger— physically and mentally . Whether at the gym, in the garage, or at home, this movement will help you progress. If you want to understand  w

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