The principle of specificity of training is a foundational principle in exercise science. It emphasizes the fact that the type of training you do will determine the kind of results you get. In this article I’m going to explain the importance of utilizing this principle when planning your training, and provide some examples of how it can be applied.

We all know somebody who’s been diagnosed with having “high cholesterol” or “bad cholesterol”, and the doctor always either prescribes medication for it, says they need to change their diet, or some combination of those two. But this is usually where the conversation ends, and then people are left to try and figure everything out on their own.

For many people who end up on these medications there are a lot of unwanted and unpleasant side effects, leaving you wondering if this is just the way life is going to be from now on. But I have good news for anyone reading this who is in that particular situation: there’s a way out, and a way off the meds.

In this article I’m going to explain the solution and the science behind it.

The first entry in the training principles series examines strength curves and resistance profiles, to help you gain a better understanding of some of the factors that will influence exercise selection.

This post dives into the different factors that affect weight loss, all of which could make - or break - your progress. Read on to learn more about how to maximize your results!

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