Zwift and Concept2: Connecting Your PM5, Enhancing Workouts, and Troubleshooting
Connecting your Concept2 machine (RowErg, SkiErg, or BikeErg) to Zwift is primarily achieved via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) from the Concept2 PM5 moni...
By Jordan
Category: Exercise & Fitness
Browsing all articles filed under the "Exercise & Fitness" category.
Treadmills: Walking on a Turned-Off Machine, Benefits, and Risks
While physically possible, walking on a turned-off motorized treadmill transforms it into a challenging, self-powered exercise requiring significant e...
By Alex
Standing Crunch: Benefits, Muscles Worked, Proper Form, and Variations
The standing crunch is a functional bodyweight exercise that targets the rectus abdominis and obliques by bringing the rib cage closer to the pelvis i...
By Jordan
Treadmill Deck Length: Is 55 Inches Enough for Running?
A 55-inch treadmill deck can be sufficient for many walkers and recreational runners, but taller individuals or those with a longer stride may find it...
By Alex
Dead Hang: Benefits, Proper Form, and Common Mistakes
To dead hang correctly, use a pronated shoulder-width grip on a high bar, allow shoulders to fully elevate passively, keep arms extended, maintain a s...
By Jordan
Running: Why the Start is Hard, Physiological Reasons, and Strategies to Ease It
Running often feels hard initially due to the body's physiological lag in oxygen delivery, cardiovascular adjustment, and enzyme activation, coupled w...
By Hart
Periodization: Understanding Its Principles, Models, and Benefits for Training
The principle of periodization is a systematic, planned variation in training variables over time, designed to optimize performance, prevent overtrain...
By Hart
Ab Wheel Training: Risks, Benefits, and Optimal Frequency
Daily ab wheel training can strengthen the core but significantly increases the risk of overuse injuries to the lower back and shoulders, and may hind...
By Alex
Cardio Pain: Understanding Causes, When to Seek Help, and Prevention Strategies
Cardiovascular exercise can cause discomfort or pain due to normal physiological adaptations, muscle fatigue, improper technique, overuse injuries, or...
By Hart
