Fitness & Exercise
Upper Arm Exercises Everyone Should Do
We’re ready to share the secrets to helping you with one of the most troublesome areas we’re often asked about. That’s right, these upper arm exercises will help you tighten, tone, and strengthen the one spot you just can’t seem to stop seeing the jiggle.
Read MoreFrom High Heels to Rolling Hills: A Story of Victory from Jersey Strong’s Lauren Brown
There was a red velvet Nutella bomb chocolate chip cookie waiting at the end. At a certain point during your first duathlon event – a competitive race that combines rigorous outdoor biking with running – your legs might feel like they aren’t completely attached to your body. Like Bambii taking his first steps, they will…
Read MoreFitness Classes 101: How to Choose the Best Group Class for You
Want a reason to look forward to going to the gym? Group exercise classes can keep you on a schedule, provide a supportive group atmosphere, and help make exercise fun as you just get started! With 12 group exercise classes to choose from as well as various XLAB sessions you can join, we’re breaking down…
Read MoreThis USA Powerlifting State Champion is Also a Secret Nerd: Jersey Strong’s Kristian Elvina
There were two things that Kristian Elvina loved when he was younger: World’s Strongest Man and dinosaurs.
Read MoreCardio Mistakes Every Fitness Rookie Makes
If you’re looking to lose weight, cardio is a great way to help you reach your goals. However, even if you’re looking to increase your endurance or run a race, there a few mistakes many beginners make when taking on new cardio routines. See if you’re guilty of any and learn how to make the…
Read MoreHow To Stretch (Really Effectively) Without That Burning Pain
The benefits of stretching and flexibility training have long been known, but to this day it remains a missing component from most workout programs. That said, it’s no real mystery why. Stretching is hard to perform effectively on your own and it’s typically uncomfortable (albeit painful). That’s why Jersey Strong has partnered with the “Godfather…
Read More5 Things You Are Doing Wrong at the Gym – And How to Fix Them
We’ve all seen that one person at the gym using a piece of equipment in a way it totally wasn’t designed for. Sometimes, equipment can be altered to see different results. For example, changing your hand position the lateral pull down bar can help you target different areas of your back, or even your biceps.
Read MoreWorkout at Home VS the Gym: What Gives You Better Results?
Search for “at home workout program” in Google and your head will reel. From ab workouts timed to hip hop music, to YouTube videos that promise “abs in 10 minutes!” it can be hard to know which program is right for you.
Read More50 Fitness Hashtags You Can Use to Build Your Instagram Following
The fitness community is obsessed with hashtags. It’s true! Your favorite Instagram personalities are probably using between 5 – 30 hashtags in every single post. Hashtags can also be used in Instagram stories to generate more unique views and follows. Whether you’re looking to track your personal fitness journey, inspire others on their journey, or…
Read More4 Smith Machine Exercises for Beginners
A little achy from hitting barbell and dumbbell workouts hard lately? Don’t worry; you’re not falling apart. Free weights can be taxiing on the joints. Looking for a way to keep the rhythm going, without ruining your entire workout? Well, you might want to check out the Smith machine — basically a free weight mechanical…
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