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.
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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.
How to Use Kettlebells: Swing Technique and Exercises for Beginners
Want to use the kettlebells but not sure where to start? Here is how to use kettlebells properly, from swing technique to the best beginner exercises.
Health Benefits of Joining a Gym: Why It Works Better Than Going It Alone
Thinking about getting healthier? Here are the real health benefits of joining a gym, from consistency and confidence to expert guidance and a supportive community.
Weight Training for Martial Arts: How to Get Stronger Without Slowing Down
Once frowned upon, weight training for martial arts is now standard for serious fighters. Here is how to lift for strength and power without losing speed.
Joining a Gym to Lose Weight: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting It Right
Joining a gym to lose weight is a smart move, but starting well matters. Here is what beginners need to know about trainers, cardio, strength work, warm-ups and recovery.
Gym Equipment for Beginners: What Everything Is and How to Use It
Not sure what half the machines do? This guide to gym equipment for beginners explains the essentials, from cardio machines to barbells, so you can train with confidence.
Martial Arts for Weight Loss: Why Fight Training Burns Fat So Effectively
Martial arts is not just for kids or self-defence. Here is why martial arts for weight loss is so effective, from calorie burn and metabolism to discipline and structure.
Chiropractic for Martial Arts: Can It Help You Recover and Perform Better?
Martial arts asks a lot of your body. Here is what chiropractic for martial arts may help with, common misconceptions, and how to keep yourself training injury-free.
T-Bar Row for Posture: How to Use It and a Full Upper Body Workout
Desk work and driving pull your shoulders forward. Here is how to use the T-bar row for posture, why it works, and a full upper body routine to build around it.