Exercise Guides
Whether you are starting from scratch, training for a specific goal, or trying to break through a plateau — the right knowledge makes every session more productive. This section covers everything in the world of training: step-by-step exercise guides for every major muscle group, structured workout programmes from aerobic base-building to strength development, and in-depth...
Whether you are starting from scratch, training for a specific goal, or trying to break through a plateau — the right knowledge makes every session more productive. This section covers everything in the world of training: step-by-step exercise guides for every major muscle group, structured workout programmes from aerobic base-building to strength development, and in-depth breakdowns of every major training style from HIIT to functional movement. Every guide is written to be genuinely useful regardless of your experience level.
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Detailed technique breakdowns for every major exercise across all six muscle groups — with step-by-step instructions, form cues, and range of motion guidance.
Evidence-based programme guides for aerobic training, strength development, and flexibility — with weekly structure recommendations for every goal and fitness level.
In-depth guides to specific training methodologies — HIIT, circuit training, yoga and Pilates, and functional training — covering what each style is, why it works, and how to build a programme around it.
If you are new to structured training, the single most useful thing you can do is build a foundation in two areas simultaneously: movement quality and cardiovascular base fitness. Our exercise guides cover the technique of every fundamental movement pattern — start with the muscle groups most relevant to your goals. Our aerobic training guide explains how to build a cardiovascular base progressively and safely.
If you have a fitness base and want to build muscle and improve body composition, our strength training guide covers everything from programme selection and the fundamental movement patterns to progressive overload, training splits, and the role of nutrition in driving results.
If you are an experienced trainer looking for a competitive goal, our breakdown of HIIT training and functional training covers higher-intensity approaches — and our Hyrox guide is worth reading if you want a specific event to train toward.
Where to go based on your goal
| I want to build muscle and get stronger | Strength Training Guide → |
| I want to improve my cardio and lose fat | Aerobic Training Guide → |
| I want to learn how to do exercises correctly | Exercise Guides → |
| I want to get fitter in less time | HIIT Training Guide → |
| I want to improve flexibility and reduce injury risk | Flexibility & Balance Guide → |
| I want a race or event to train toward | What Is Hyrox? → |
All content in the Training section is written and reviewed by certified coaches and evidence-based practitioners. Where research is cited, primary sources are referenced. Our editorial approach is to give you accurate, practical information — not to sell you a programme or inflate complexity. The fundamentals work. Our job is to help you understand and apply them.
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