Increase Performance through Dynamic Stretching
Using the Incorrect Stretching Method Can Decrease Your Performance We all grew up knowing the importance of a decent warm up routine with stretching. What we didn’t know back then was that static stretching (by holding an arm or leg in a certain stretched position over time) wasn’t the best way to prepare for an […]
CrossFit Gym: How many days a week can I train?
How many days a week can you do CrossFit Introduction into a CrossFit Training in a Gym I could start off with telling you that you need to train and rest alternate days as that is believed to be the safest way to go about a physically sound routine, but that is only partly true. […]
What we can learn from 21.2 workout
How did your 21.2 go and what did you learn from it? Some members of Iconic Fitness in Dubai Marina recently completed the CrossFit open workout 21.2. And as Rehab Coach, I was asked, “Why is my hips and back in bits and what do I need to change in my workout approach in the […]
Making the most of your time at Iconic Fitness
By Andy on November 11, 2015 Trust us, Iconic Fitness understand busy schedules. In fact, many of the members we have here at Iconic Fitness, initially joined because they needed a more efficient workout that didn’t require them to be in the gym for hours at a time. That’s why we’ve put together this list [...]
Improve your squat with this squat complex
By Andy on November 11, 2015 Improve your squat with this squat complex The answer is yes! There's a routine that will dramatically improve your squats in a wide variety of rep ranges for shape, strength, and all-round good looking legs! This is the 2nd post that forms part of the series where we simplify [...]
Personal Training In Dubai – Transform Your Body From Day One
It’s no secret that getting in shape has many benefits, but starting your fitness journey can be intimidating. Finding the strength to get up and exercise every day is hard, but what’s worse is going to the gym and not knowing what to do. That’s where a personal trainer can come in handy. If you’re […]
How long can I rest before I lose all my hard work in the gym?
By Andy on April 28, 2016 How long can I rest before I lose all my hard work in the gym? 5 ways to prevent any serious losses from all your hard work. So you have been doing all the hard work. Getting out of bed early or heading straight to the gym after a [...]
Energy system specific training
By Andy on February 18, 2016 Conquer any exercise by incorporating energy-specific training. We all train for certain goals right? Why else would you train? Even just training to be healthy or feel good is also a goal. I do see individuals in the gym/box week after week sticking to the same weights or exercises [...]