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Matthew Quigley

Does Having More Muscle Really Increase Your Metabolism?

Recently we received the following question from a reader: “I’ve always thought that adding muscle speeds up your metabolism. But then I read this isn’t correct. So what’s the truth: Does increasing your muscle mass really increase your metabolism?” -Phil, Vancouver For as long as I can remember, a lot of people have believed that […]

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Exercise
Matthew Quigley

5 Gym Myths Debunked

new research is overturning long-held beliefs on the best ways to work out, making things even more complicated and confusing. But just because you read something, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s accurate. Below are 5 common gym myths, debunked, so you can change the way you’re working out and start achieving your fitness goals.

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Is Personal Training Right For Me?

How to tell if it's time to take the next step and work with an exercise physiologist

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Have i hurt myself in the past from pushing too hard or using incorrect form?

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Are you trying to lose weight and are unsure the "best" way to do so?

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