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If you consistently attend a gym, you want to improve your physique for the better, whether that means gaining muscle, losing body fat, or both. Diets are pivotal for any type of body recomposition, but exactly which diet is best for your goals will differ due to numerous factors. The only way to determine which foods and meal setups are best for you is through trial and error. Here, PVL will go over the top three diets linked to effective body recomposition, giving you a complete overview of what each can provide and how to structure each.

It’s frustrating when you want nothing more than to add five pounds to the bar and lift it easily. But how do you avoid workout plateaus? Today, we’ll show you how to change your workout routine to avoid plateaus and maintain muscle and strength gains.

What do you think about first when you think about cardio? That’s right, running. Pounding the pavement, putting one foot in front of the other rapidly, going in circles around a track. Luckily, you don’t have to run to do cardio at home – in fact, no-running cardio is preferred for longevity and health purposes. Toss out the treadmill and get ready to reap the rewards of cardio without losing your knees in the process.

When you think of chest workouts, your mind undoubtedly heads to the bench press, and for good reason. It can be daunting even to begin a bench press routine but fear not, for we have the definitive overview of bench press for you to start pressing and develop a massive chest.

Powerlifting is a terrific skill to have, no matter your goals. This strength sport showcases the best at technical lifts, not only lifting massive amounts of weight but also doing it with proper form. Moreover, a powerlifting physique is highly desirable, resembling a functional bodybuilder's. In this article, we’ll do a deep dive comparing powerlifting vs. bodybuilding and walk you through a beginner powerlifting program so you can get started on your own powerlifting journey.

Buckle up! This guide looks at all aspects of proper squatting form. Learn how to position yourself correctly before performing squats, which muscles are involved in the movement, and critical tips on training for mass, power, or strength. 

Aerobic and anaerobic exercises are the antithesis of each other yet can yield incredible results separately or together. From PVL’s point of view, implementing both throughout the week  could significantly boost athleticism, aesthetics, and general health.

Your gym routine is only as good as its safety. Recklessly lifting heavy weights will often lead to an injury. PVL wants you to lift as often as you want, so you must learn how to prevent injuries and rehabilitate your body whenever an injury occurs.

As summer comes to a close, you might be looking one of two ways: Cutting for a lean fall physique, or bulking to be thick and strong during the winter. No matter which one you choose, there are supplements you can take to enhance your progress, and PVL has a comprehensive list for both.

If you’ve signed up for a 5k or 10k and have never run those types of races before, don’t panic! There’s a training method designed to prepare you to run those daunting distances to the best of your ability. And PVL has that exact training modality for you! Read on to see how to train for a 5k and a 10k, overarching race tactics, and what to expect on race day. Let’s hit the ground running.

What is high-intensity interval training? Does it work? And how do you develop a HIIT training protocol? Fear not, for PVL has all the answers. We’re breaking down what HIIT is, how to incorporate HIIT workouts in your regimen, and give you a HIIT workout for beginners so you can start absorbing all the benefits of high-intensity training no matter where you are in your fitness journey.   

You want to keep your muscle mass, but sometimes life gets in the way of your training schedule. There may be times when you miss an entire week of training, and you fear that you will lose your hard-earned muscle mass.But just how much time does it take to lose gains? Don’t worry, PVL has the answer, as well as what causes muscle loss and a quick at-home workout you can do to stay active and keep your muscle mass.