The High-Intensity Trap: Why Chasing Exhaustion Won’t Get You Results – A StrongBox Perspective In the world of functional fitness, there’s a growing trend where many gym-goers equate success with how utterly exhausted they feel after a workout. Sweating buckets, barely able to walk out of the gym, and feeling “smashed” seems to be the […]
Are you tired of the relentless “no pain, no gain” mentality that’s been dominating the fitness scene? We hear you! At StrongBox, we’ve set out to debunk these outdated fitness myths and bring you a fresh, science-backed approach to achieving your health goals. Say goodbye to the exhausting grind of pushing your limits every day, […]
In the pursuit of a fulfilling life, the interplay between effort and reward is an intricate dance that echoes through both our physical and philosophical landscapes. As a fitness enthusiast and someone fascinated by the human condition, I’ve come to understand that hard work in the gym not only cultivates strength and resilience in our […]
As we age, a natural progression occurs, leading to a decline in muscle mass and physical activity levels. By the time we reach 80, we experience a reduction of approximately 30% in muscle mass compared to our peak, and muscle strength diminishes two to three times faster than muscle mass. Preserving our physical strength becomes […]
If you’ve ever experienced the discomfort of sciatica, you know how it can hinder your daily activities. At StrongBox gym, we understand the impact of this pain and offer exercises that alleviate sciatica symptoms and promote recovery. Incorporating strength training exercises into your routine not only helps relieve pain but also plays a crucial role […]
LIFT WEIGHTS – DIE OLDER We all know that being stronger makes you harder to kill but did you know that lifting weights has been shown to reduce risk of death by up to 20%! That’s weightlifting alone and doesn’t include the benefits of aerobic exercise and other factors. So just lifting weights 2 plus […]
BALANCE IN ALL THINGS Have you ever noticed you have a dominant side of your body which feels stronger and more coordinated? This is actually very common! However, if you don’t address these muscle imbalances, it can result in overusing the dominant side and negatively impact your training and performance and may even result in […]
THE BEST SUPPLEMENT FOR RUNNERS – STRENGTH TRAINING! The results are in:: strength training is an essential supplement to a runner’s road-work. Whether you’re training for your first half marathon or your 10th full marathon or just enjoy the occasional 5k weekend run including a strength-driven routine will not only benefit your running results but […]
رجاء قراءة النسخة العربية StrongBox is famous for bring CrossFit to Qatar way back in 2013. Since then we have built a reputation for a no-compromise approach to correct technique and a focus on coaching rather than cheerleading and leaders in functional fitness and strength based training. However a key element of StrongBox was and […]
How much you need to eat to maintain your current weight or adapt to your fitness goals depends on a variety of factors. With today’s focus on calorie counting watches and apps it is important to recognise that majority of your body’s day to day energy requirements are not related directly to your exercise: Resting […]
