Ellen Thompson
CPT
head personal trainer at Blink Fitness in New York City
What Does It Really Mean To ‘Activate’ Your Muscles—And Why Does It Matter?
Learn about why muscle activation is an effective warm-up, what activating your muscles really means, and how to do it.
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Get the Most Bang for Your Buck By Combining Cardio and Strength Into One Workout
Learn how to combine cardio and strength training into one workout to get the most bang for your buck, according to fitness experts.
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Glute Bridges and Hip Thrusts May Look Similar, But Which One Is *Actually* the Better Butt Exercise?
Discover the differences between the glute bridge vs. hip thrust and learn which exercise is better for targeting your glutes.
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The Good Morning Exercise Is Perfect for Building Strength and Improving Posture. Here’s Exactly How to Do It
Discover the benefits of the good morning exercise, including better hip mobility and posterior chain strength. Plus, learn how to do it.
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