5 Reasons to Take Up Martial Arts in the New Year
Thinking about a new challenge this year? Here are five reasons to take up martial arts that go beyond fitness, from stress management to memory, with the research behind each one.
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Should you use a calorie counting app for weight loss?
Should you use a calorie counting app for weight loss? The answer is in most cases is yes. It is important to be conscious of the amounts of energy you are consuming To achieve your goals within specific timelines and understand why you are having or not having success. Keeping track of what you eat … Read more
The best diet for FAT LOSS
This question is among one of the most common asked in the fitness industry. It has also been subject to change many times in the last few decades. Gimmicks such as 8 minute Abs, Carnivore and alkaline diets have proven beneficial for some but one factor is consistent with all who experience success and that … Read more
5 Common Gym Mistakes Holding You Back (And How to Fix Them)
Training hard but not seeing results? Here are the five most common gym mistakes holding you back, and the simple fixes that get you back on track.
UFC Superstar GSP comes to Hammer’s Gym
There are only a few people that come to mind as the G.O.A.T (Greatest of all time) in combat sports and Geroges Saint Pierre is definately one of them. Recently GSP came to Hammer’s Gym in Nunawading, Melbourne to display some of the techniques that helped him rise to the top along with fantastic golden … Read more
Battle Rope Benefits: Why This Overlooked Tool Deserves a Spot in Your Workout
Battle ropes look harmless but deliver one of the toughest full-body workouts in the gym. Here are the battle rope benefits you may be overlooking, plus five exercises to try.
Sled Training Benefits: Why You Should Try the Functional Sled
The functional sled is not just for athletes. Here are the sled training benefits for strength, fat loss and injury-friendly conditioning, plus a HIIT pyramid workout to try.
Eat Protein to Lose Fat
Recent dietary research shows that a higher protein intake isn’t just for bodybuilders and professional athletes. Anyone looking to lose weight can benefit from increasing how much protein they eat. A good protein profile in your diet can lead to: better appetite control boosted metabolism reduced food cravings improved body composition reduced energy intake It … Read more
7 Reasons to Try Yoga (Even If You Only Lift Weights)
Yoga is not just stretching. Here are seven evidence-informed reasons to try yoga, whether you are a lifter, a fighter or a complete beginner, and how to get started at Hammers Gym.