Kyle Hoffman

41 New Fitness & Gym Membership Statistics [Infographic]

May 24, 2022 By Kyle Hoffman

In the last decade, popular gyms in the U.S. have seen significant growth. But is it due to a sudden ambitious surge towards fitness? Or have gyms become more in tune with the real intentions of their potential members?

Every January, a whole new flurry of New Year’s Resolution memes and jokes circulate the internet, so how is your local gym actually responding to new members (and current ones)?

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Kinobody Greek God Program Review: Workout & Results

April 5, 2022 By Kyle Hoffman

In recent years, Kinobody has gained popularity in the fitness industry with its suite of Hollywood physique-based programs including the Greek God Program.

This workout program has taken the internet by storm, but is it really all that it’s cracked up to be?

I decided to review this program and answer the simple question…

Does the Greek God Program work?

Make sure you read all the way to the end of the Greek God Program review because you’re about to discover:

Exactly what’s included in the program (I probably reveal WAY too much!)
The insider training concepts of Kinobody and the program with the core workout setup
How to make fat gain almost NON-EXISTENT with the 4 key modules the program uses for a perfect diet setup
And more!

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Calisthenics vs Weights for Bodybuilding: Which is Better?

February 15, 2022 By Kyle Hoffman

Calisthenics vs weights bodybuilding image — In the battle between calisthenics vs weights for bodybuilding, which one wins?

So you’re a noob and you don’t know what kind of training will work for you? In the bodybuilding world, there are two training styles that gym-goers always seem to pit against each other: calisthenics vs weights.

Calisthenics (aka. bodyweight training) involves exercises like pull-ups, push-ups, and dragon flags while weight lifting uses standard gym equipment like barbells, dumbbells, and machines to perform more traditional movements like squats, bench presses, and deadlifts.

But which training style actually produces more muscle gains?

Let’s break down the differences between the two, so you can determine which is the best option for you based on your lifestyle and fitness goals.

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38 Physical Exercise Facts, Statistics, Benefits & More

December 20, 2021 By Kyle Hoffman

The health and fitness industry is making a resurgence. With the rise in chronic illness and disease in the first world countries, many more adults are starting to see the importance of exercise. Physicians are even being encouraged to prescribe exercise as medicine.

Even beyond a health standpoint, most of us have a newfound interest in achieving the physique of our dreams. With the spread of information across the world, thanks to the internet, it is now easier than ever to engage in effective and proper health and exercise routines.

Don’t believe us? Well here are 38 interesting exercise facts and statistics that will help encourage you to get active.

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Athlean-X Doesn’t Like Intermittent Fasting (Here’s Why)

October 18, 2021 By Kyle Hoffman

Athlean-X, one of the most popular fitness YouTube channels, with over 10 million subscribers, dominates the fitness airwaves by giving science-backed advice on how to lose body fat and gain muscle.

But the ripped founder, Jeff Cavaliere, made a video against intermittent fasting, one of the most popular dieting protocols used by thousands every day as a tool for losing body fat.

Other fitness experts claim intermittent fasting is the one fat loss tool you’re not using that could take your body to the next level.

Are fitness experts spouting pseudo-science to ride the wave of popularity?

Or is the Athlean-X opinion on intermittent fasting wrong?

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10 Types of Weightlifting Bars & Barbells Lifters Should Know

September 24, 2021 By Kyle Hoffman

Types of barbells names image — You can make serious muscle gains with these 10 different types of barbells.

Barbells are one of the single most important tools in the gym. They are helpful to any and all types of lifters looking to increase strength, power, and endurance.

There are many types of barbells that can all be used in a number of different ways. Each of the different types of barbells can be used to target different areas of the body, provide unique grips and engage new muscles.

Make sure you read this article all the way to the end because you’re about to discover the 10 most important barbells (and their barbell names) you should use to build incredible muscle gains.

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How to Maximize Noob Gains (And Build Real Muscle)

July 12, 2021 By Kyle Hoffman

If you’re an online gamer, the term “noob” (n00b, newb, nooblet, what have you) is usually hurled in your direction as an insult from a more skilled player … and sometimes, rightfully so.

Being a noob is like a mark of shame.

But in the fitness world, the opposite is true.

Those newbie days are when you learn the most about yourself (and your drive), feel the most confident, and — more importantly — pack on an almost unreal amount of lean mass.

It’s the reason your college buddy returned from the break looking almost unrecognizable, transitioning from scrawny to brawny. Envious, you chalked it up to juicing or other shortcuts.

Now, if you want to maximize noob gains and build real muscle, here’s how:

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Superhero X12 Review: The Movie Star Shredding Program

November 18, 2020 By Kyle Hoffman

Superhero X12

9.0/10

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Quick Review:

Superhero X12 is an excellent program for noobs and intermediates who want to build muscle, lose body fat, and everything in between. The guides, videos, and active Facebook group make the process simple and easy to follow. While my main complaints about the program are that it has “too much information,” I’ll admit that those complaints are pretty lame. Overall, if you follow the plan, you should see results.

Experience Level	Beginner, Intermediate
Workout Days	3
Home/Gym	Both

Pros:

Covers multiple fitness goals
For beginners and intermediates
Only 3 workouts per week
HD exercise demonstration videos
Active Facebook group

Cons:

The amount of info can be overwhelming
Might be better as a course

Do you want to get shredded like a superhero?

If your answer is “Yes”, don’t be ashamed. Most guys do. So do I.

As soon you take one glance at the Hollywood actors that star in your favorite blockbuster superhero movies, it makes you wonder…

“Can I build a body like that?”

Well, with more and more actors making radical transformations on screen, more and more fitness experts are stepping up and responding…

“Yes you can… and here’s how you do it.”

Today, I’m going to be reviewing the Superhero X12 program created by one of these fitness experts, Keith Lai, the founder of FitMole.

This program promises that if you follow the plan, you can transform your body to become leaner and more muscular, without disrupting your life.

Can it work?

I’ll tell you exactly what I think in this very detailed Superhero X12 review.

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7 Best CrossFit Shoes with Arch Support [2021 Reviews]

November 12, 2020 By Kyle Hoffman

Best crossfit shoes with arch support image — These are the 7 best CrossFit shoes with arch support we found.

When it comes to CrossFit training, you need to make sure you have the right footwear. With all the running, jumping, climbing, and lifting you might do in a single WOD… your feet can take a serious beating in a short period of time.

But what if the standard selection of workout shoes isn’t going to cut it? What if you need something with a little more support?

Luckily for you, not all CrossFit shoes are designed the same and some are better built for comfort in the box. So if you feel you need a little more support in your shoes, make sure you check out this list of the 7 best CrossFit shoes with arch support.

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Swolverine Whey Protein Isolate Review (Tasty Gains!)

October 16, 2020 By Kyle Hoffman

What’s the most common word in a gym rat’s vocabulary?

Protein.

Let’s face it. If you want to get leaner and build more muscle, you have to keep your protein intake higher than the average person.

And supplementing your protein with a high-quality whey protein powder is a convenient way to do it.

But if you want a clean and delicious option that actually has enough protein packed into every scoop… which do you choose?

Well, based on my first-hand experience, you may want to consider Swolverine Whey Protein Isolate.

In this review, I’m going to share the details of this whey protein, including the pros, cons, and even a tasty dessert that I made with this powder that’ll make your mouth water.

Keep reading to find out!

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