Powerful legs are an indispensable tool in any athlete's kit, regardless of the sport they play. From golf to football to MMA, a player's performance benefits from a lower body capable of explosive movements. And, yes, it helps with traditional lifting in the gym, too. Most people start building leg power through heavy barbell squats … Continue reading How to Develop Fast, Powerful, Explosive Legs
While lower body work is often a majority of most athletes' training volume, the upper body is of similar importance. There is a great variety of muscles in the upper body, each serving a purpose (or several) and deserving of attention in the gym—which means doing more than vanity-weight bench presses and bicep curls in … Continue reading 3 Upper Body Exercises No Workout Routine is Complete Without
VICTORIOUS Athletic Academy is happy to announce that we now on ClassPass. What’s ClassPass? Described as "the most flexible fitness membership ever," ClassPass is an all-access membership to a global network of 8,500 fitness studios. How Do I Use It? If you are a member of ClassPass, simply search for Victorious Athletic Academy and book a class right … Continue reading New at Victorious: Find Us on ClassPass
Losing weight—fat, specifically—is a common goal for many, especially as summer approaches. Being within a normal weight range not only allows you to look good, boosting confidence, but also staves off potential health concerns; obesity is linked to increased chances of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, among other issues. Getting healthy is always an admirable … Continue reading What’s More Important When Losing Weight: Diet or Exercise?
VICTORIOUS Athletic Academy is happy to announce that we have launched a limited-time voucher on Groupon. What's the Deal? The deal offers 5 or 10 fitness classes at up to 40% our Flex Pass rates. You can buy one for yourself, plus two others so that friends and family can become #VictoriousMade too. How Do … Continue reading New at Victorious: Find Us on Groupon
Running is still the most commonly associated activity with cardio—but, for many, it's not the optimal route. Running, especially on older treadmills and pavement outside, can be hard on the joints, especially the knees and hips. And while many find it quite enjoyable, for others running is a total bore, which means they are less … Continue reading Save Your Joints With These Five Low-Impact Cardio Alternatives
Caffeine. Have you heard of it? Many of us consume this precious resource daily, often via coffee or tea, and increasingly via energy drinks and supplements. However you get caffeine into your system, the effect is the same: this central nervous system stimulant is best known for increasing alertness. That alone is reason enough for … Continue reading Four Reasons Everyone Should Consume Caffeine Regularly
