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Battle of the Giants: Squats or Lunges?
Key Differences, Muscles Worked, and the Benefits of Each Squats and lunges are two of the fundamental exercises for building strength...
carlosbracuto
Feb 54 min read
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The Power Within: How Your Abs Work and Why They Matter
The abdominals are a group of muscles that play a crucial role in maintaining correct posture, fluid movements, and stability of the...
carlosbracuto
Dec 315 min read
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Pushups: Simple Tips for Mastering the Ultimate Classic Exercise
Revered for their simplicity and effectiveness, pushups are one of the first exercises used in fitness and, after all these years, still...
carlosbracuto
Sep 15, 20245 min read
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Training Zone: More strategic and rewarding workouts
Understanding and Calculating Your Training Zone  In the realm of fitness and exercise, the concept of a "training zone" is pivotal...
carlosbracuto
Aug 20, 20244 min read
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Deconstructing Creatine
The Science Behind one of the Most Extensively Researched Fitness Supplements Widely used by athletes, bodybuilders, and exercise...
carlosbracuto
May 4, 20245 min read
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Single vs. Double Bicep Curls with Dumbbells: Weighing the Pros and Cons
When it comes to sculpting the biceps, the debate between single and double bicep curls with dumbbells has been a longstanding one among...
carlosbracuto
Mar 2, 20243 min read
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The Triceps: Muscle Composition and the Main Reason for their Fast Fatigue
The triceps brachii, commonly known as the triceps, is a muscle group located at the back of the upper arm, opposite to the biceps....
carlosbracuto
Jan 24, 20243 min read
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Transforming Your Life: Kickstart or Revamp Your Fitness Journey with a Personal Trainer
Embarking on a fitness journey is a transformative experience that can positively impact various aspects of your life. Whether you're a...
carlosbracuto
Dec 31, 20234 min read
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Exercising for Endurance, Muscle Hypertrophy, and Muscle Strength
Training Protocols and Age Considerations Exercise is a critical component of a healthy lifestyle, offering numerous physical and mental...
carlosbracuto
Nov 12, 20233 min read
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Building Muscle: Why and How
A key to improving your health, lifestyle and self-esteem. Building muscle is a goal that many of you pursuing a healthier lifestyle and...
carlosbracuto
Nov 1, 20234 min read
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Protein Smoothie Recipe
A healthy way to reward yourself after your workout Protein plays a crucial role in repairing and rebuilding muscle, so people who...
carlosbracuto
Jun 3, 20231 min read
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Proper Hydration II: Electrolyte Water
What are electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that carry an electrical charge when dissolved in water or any aqueous solution and help...
carlosbracuto
Jun 3, 20233 min read
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Proper Hydration and Exercise
You must make sure that you get the right amount of water before, during, and after exercising Study after study find that a vast...
carlosbracuto
Apr 30, 20232 min read
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Obesity: A Heavy-Weight Health Hazard
Obesity is a potentially fatal disease that increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and even...
carlosbracuto
Mar 15, 20233 min read
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The Key to Weight loss: diet or exercise?
Exercising does not burn as many calories as most people believe it does By Carlos A. Bracuto Personal Trainer Physical exercise might be...
carlosbracuto
Jan 13, 20235 min read
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The five basic components of physical fitness
Variety and constancy are key to maintain physical and emotional fitness Most of us have a favorite form of exercise or physical...
carlosbracuto
Jan 13, 20233 min read
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