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Weighted Vest – Friend or Foe?
We’ve all seen them—online or out strolling through suburban neighborhoods—the weighted vest! As one of today’s most talked-about fitness trends, it’s natural to wonder: what’s the hype all about? Why the Buzz? Weighted vests add extra load to your everyday movements—think walking, squats, or push-ups—creating a subtle but effective way to intensify workouts. As exercise physiologist Mathias Sorensen emphasizes, “wearing a weighted vest is a great way... to increase the diffi
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Oct 174 min read
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5 Things Women Should Know About How Hormones Affect Their Strength Training
How to work with your body instead of against it. When it comes to strength training, women's bodies operate on a unique and...
fitiqtraining
Sep 33 min read
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Unlock Lasting Health: Simple Secret to Changing Habits
Balanced eating doesn't have to mean endless salads; explore diverse, healthy options for sustainable weight loss. Ever feel overwhelmed...
fitiqtraining
Jul 13 min read
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8 Things We Learned From 6 Weeks of Hypertrophy Training
Two days after this program wrapped up in our "shhhh, I'm doing math" tanks from Iron Panda Fit We ran a simple but brutal program...
fitiqtraining
Jun 213 min read
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When Workouts Get Boring: 10 Ways to Stay Motivated and Keep Showing Up
Let’s be real—some training days feel flat. You’re not hitting personal bests. You’re not chasing a new goal. It’s just you, the same...
fitiqtraining
Jun 113 min read
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4 Key Steps to Waking Up on Time for the Gym: A Habit-Driven Approach Inspired by Atomic Habits
A key idea in Atomic Habits  is to build identity-based habits . Don’t just aim to go to the gym —become someone who never misses a...
fitiqtraining
Jun 23 min read
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A Story of Strength: Our Incredible Client Who Defies the Odds
Every so often, someone walks into your life who changes the way you see resilience, dedication, and the human spirit. For us, that...
fitiqtraining
May 273 min read
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Five Benefits of Being a Vegan Powerlifter
By Jen Travis When people hear "vegan" and "powerlifter" in the same sentence, they look at me like I just said I bench press tofu blocks...
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May 92 min read
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Understanding the Connection: Testosterone and Exercise
Introduction Testosterone plays a vital role in muscle growth and repair of tissue, fat metabolism, bone density, and overall energy...
fitiqtraining
Apr 273 min read
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10 Things I Learned from My First Powerlifting Competition
By Hanna Stepping into my first powerlifting competition was one of the most challenging—and rewarding—things I’ve ever done.  It pushed...
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Apr 142 min read
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Reflections from the USA Powerlifting State Championship
By Jen Travis Brooke, Hanna, and Jen enjoying some pre-bench press Nerd Clusters This past month, Hanna and I stepped onto the platform...
fitiqtraining
Apr 72 min read
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Sets, Reps, Results: The Formula for Your Fitness Goals
How to Choose the Right Sets and Reps for Your Weightlifting Goals When it comes to weightlifting, your training results hinge on more...
fitiqtraining
Apr 23 min read
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Train Smarter, Move Better: Unlock Your Full Potential with FIT.iQ
Exercise and physical activity have numerous effects on the body, influencing a wide range of physiological processes. Different forms of...
fitiqtraining
Mar 184 min read
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Move More, Live Longer: The Life-Changing Benefits of Exercise
It’s no secret that exercise plays a crucial role in our health, but did you know that 90% of the nation’s $4.5 trillion in annual...
fitiqtraining
Mar 113 min read
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Unlock Your Strength: A Functional Fitness App
Meet Your Coaches Hanna: Athletics and fitness have been a passion of mine for many years. From skiing and competitive soccer to CrossFit...
fitiqtraining
Feb 283 min read
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