New Saturday Email Incoming...


"Realise deeply that the present moment is all you ever have"

- Eckhart Tolle

I'm trying something new for a few weeks.

Every Saturday, I'm going to send you a new email that'll take no longer than 1-2 minutes to read.

This means even the busiest of people will be able to scan through it before their coffee cools down.

It's going to include one tip on a given subject.

I'll cover a lot of strength training, but also sleep, nutrition, stress management, and a range of other topics.

The first one is...

Add explosive movements into your warm-up to improve your performance and help you lift heavier weights.

Why and how does this work?

It works to 'excite' your central nervous system and the engagement of your fast-twitch muscle fibers.

In Layman’s terms, your body will feel more awake.

The explosive movement you choose should closely match the first exercise in your workout.

E.g. if you are squatting, do squat jumps.

If you are bench pressing, do medicine ball push slams.

I've been doing this for years and it's been a big help.

Example:

  • You are doing heavy squats.
  • At the very end of your warm up, perform three squat jumps.
  • Pause for five seconds.
  • Perform three more jumps.
  • Done.
  • Move onto your weighted squats.

As promised, one tip in under two minutes.

Want a free guide to level up your health and fitness?

This one’s stacked with practical tips, expert strategies, and zero BS.

Hope you enjoyed the first one.

Mark

PS - Not all health tests are worth passing

Disclaimer: This newsletter is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any guidance related to training, nutrition, supplementation, or lifestyle is general in nature and not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine.

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