Sports & Fitness: Performance Training, Rules & Recovery

Elite athletic performance and general fitness are sustained through structured hypertrophy strategies, sport-specific conditioning, and rigorous adherence to injury prevention protocols.

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Alternatives to P90X

To find an alternative to P90X, you have to find a DVD series that combines intense strength and cardio workouts.

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The Best Shoes for Fitness Classes

Cross-training shoes are the best style of shoe for general fitness classes, but you might need something more specific depending on what you do.

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Homemade Leg Weights

When you're on a budget, but want the extra resistance that leg weights provide — improvise! Leg weights make your workout more challenging, especially if you're doing floor exercises, like side leg lifts. The leg weights you buy in stores or online range from 1 to 20 pounds.

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Why Are My Hamstrings Not Flexible?

Some people have hamstrings that stretch easily, while yours are super stiff. The state of your hamstrings depends on your daily activity and stretching.

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