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Unlock Lasting Mobility and Joint Health with Jeff Bailey’s Avita Yoga Method

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Often, we think of personal records as the act of lifting a heavier weight or making that extra rep, but for many, being stronger than yesterday simply means reducing our pain and improving our mobility. Jeff Bailey has dedicated his life to yoga since 1985 and has taught more than 13,000 classes in the process of developing “Avita Yoga”—a discipline that is firmly focused on restoring joint health and all-round mobility . Bailey found himself wrestling with some of the theories behind traditional yoga right from the start. “The word ‘yoga’ actually means ‘to join,’” he tells M&F ahead of June 21’s National Yoga Day. “If yoga means to join, then why did we spend an hour pulling ourselves apart,” he jokes. Bailey’s inquisitive nature led him to question everything that he was learning from his own instructors, evolving ‘Avita’ yoga along the way. In his mid-twenties, Bailey began to share his hard-earned wisdom. “I loved teaching yoga because I could see it releasing tension and na...

How Formula E Champion Jake Dennis Trains and Eats to Stay Race-Ready

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Formula E’s 2023 world champion Jake Dennis has been chasing a second title with Team Andretti, racing on tracks across the globe in locations such as Jeddah, Miami, and Monaco. Now readying for action in Jakarta, the 6’ 2” driver managed to stay still long enough in order to talk training with M&F, revealing some of the challenges that taller racers face. “Yeah, I’m probably a bit too tall to be honest,” jokes Dennis, the British driver who first began racing with karts aged 8 and never looked back. “It definitely has its limitations. Obviously, the biggest one is fitting in the car,” he explains. “Generally, for most of my career, it’s been quite tight. To be fair, Formula E have actually made quite a big car, so this one is a bit of a luxury for me right now, not having my knees sort of bent crazy amounts or my elbows.” Having competed in Formula 3, Jake Dennis has also served as a development driver, testing Formula 1 cars, so he has tested a wide variety of racing cars. The ...

5 Expert Leg Day Tips from Jeff Nippard to Build Bigger, Stronger Legs

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Natural powerlifter and bodybuilder Jeff Nippard is all about evidence-backed technique so be sure to lean into these 5 simple leg day tips that will breathe new life into leg day. Our legs house the largest muscles in our bodies, meaning that DOMS can make lower-body workouts a bit of a sore subject. Still, with coaches like Nippard spicing things up, we could learn to love leg day a little more by honing our technique and earning some extra gains in the process. Here, the exercise and nutrition scientist shares five sensational tips with his Instagram followers, to make those leg days a little less laborious. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jeff Nippard (@jeffnippard) Jeff Nippard’s Expert Tips For Leg Day Exercises 1. Hack Squats “Keep your feet slightly back and let your knees travel forward,” explains the Canadian coach. “This increases knee flexion range of motion and forces your quads to work harder. Don’t be afraid of k...

Iron BodyFit: The 25 Minute Studio Model Built for Real Life

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The wellness industry has spent decades selling intensity. Long workouts, rigid plans, loud environments. But for most people juggling careers, families, and fatigue, traditional fitness has become more of a barrier than a solution. That is where Iron BodyFit comes in. Co-founded by Hadri Jaffal , it is redefining what it means to take care of your body. The idea is simple. One 25 minute session, once or twice a week, in a private, supportive space. Not to become elite, but to feel better, stronger, and more in control on your own terms. A Fitness Experience That Meets You Where You Are It started with Hadri himself, a working parent who could not find a routine that fit. Like many, he felt left behind by a fitness culture that demanded more time, more energy, and more commitment than he could give. When he discovered Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS), a training method that activates the full body in just minutes, it changed everything. What began as a personal solution turned int...

Fun Pool Workouts for Families: Burn Calories, Build Confidence & Beat the Heat Together

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When the summer heat rolls in, there’s one place every family gravitates to: the pool. But this isn’t just a spot for lazy floats and cannonballs. With a little creativity, your backyard pool can transform into a high-energy training ground for the entire family. Pool workouts deliver a full-body burn without the impact of land-based training. They’re joint-friendly, muscle-challenging , and way more fun than fighting for gym equipment. And when it comes to expert approval, it doesn’t get better than five-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Murphy, who has partnered with Goldfish Swim School to help educate families on water safety. For the world-record-holding backstroke specialist, the water should be one of the best environments for family fitness. “Swimming builds strength, endurance, and water confidence, but most importantly, it creates a shared experience that brings families together,” says Murphy. “And when kids learn breath control early, it supports mental focus and long-ter...

Closing the Gap Between Wellness and Fitness

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What’s the difference between wellness and fitness? Is there a difference? Is one more important than the other? Can you focus on both at the same time? Let’s start with the first question—what’s the difference between the two? To paint a clearer comparison, let’s make the analogy to auto racing—NASCAR, Formula 1 , doesn’t matter, reader’s choice. Wellness and fitness are like the pit crew and the race car, respectively-both are essential, but play different roles. Fitness is the high-speed car soaring around the track, built for power, speed, and performance. It’s the “wow factor” that everyone sees — the visible strength, the endurance, the force. But wellness is the pit crew behind the scenes, making sure the engine is running smoothly, the tires are aligned, and the fuel is clean. Without wellness—proper sleep, recovery, nutrition, and mental clarity—even the fastest car will crash, burn out, or stall. By prioritizing BOTH fitness AND wellness, you will not only drive forward to...

Best Kettlebells, Landmine & Sled Workouts To Break Workout Plateaus

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Let’s face it, sometimes training feels like déjà vu. Bands, bodyweight circuits , and dumbbell presses day in and day out can start to feel a little stale. If you’re an avid gym-goer ready to shake things up, it’s time to change the stimulus and utilize some underrated but incredibly effective tools: kettlebells, landmine setups, and sleds. These pieces of equipment aren’t just fun; they’re functional. They challenge your coordination, conditioning, and strength in new ways while helping you bust through plateaus. Even better, they’re available in most well-equipped gyms and aren’t as intimidating as they might seem. Let’s break down why these tools are worth your attention and how to use them to build a complete full-body training session. Paul/Adobe Stock Kettlebells: Power, Precision & Flow Kettlebells are more than dumbbells with a handle. Their offset center of mass makes them ideal for ballistic and flow-based movements like swings, cleans, and Turkish get-ups. They a...

Hugh Jackman, 56, Shows Off Jacked Physique with Impressive Trap Bar Deadlifts

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Hugh Jackman is still looking jacked at 56-years-young thanks to the Wolverine star’s love of working out. Recently, the Aussie actor shared footage showing his progress with the trap bar deadlift, and fans were seriously impressed. The video, shared via Jackman’s official Instagram account, gave his 34-plus-million followers an inside look as the star, who is currently wowing audiences with his string of live shows at Radio City Music Hall in New York , proved that he’s intensely working out between shows, making the time to perfect his trap bar deadlifts. Full-Body Exercises Here’s Why the Trap Bar B-Stance Deadlift is an A-... When balance is a problem, this staggered-stance deadlift is an ideal option. Read article What are Trap Bar Deadlifts? This deadlift variation uses a trap bar, also known as a hex bar because of its shape. Unlike a regular barbell, the trap bar has raised grips on either side. Instead of standing behind the barbell, you actually position yourself i...

Blessing Awodibu Dissects Disappointing Legion Pro Result on ‘TMP’

—Dennis James, Milos Sarcev, and Chris Cormier were joined by special guest Blessing Awodibu on Episode 236 of The Menace Podcast. Blessing is returning to bodybuilding following an almost two-year absence, but he failed to qualify for the 2025 Olympia at the recent Legion Sports Fest Pro with a disappointing sixth place.In a frank discussion, the “Boogieman” joined the TMP gang to figure out what he needs to do next. During the show, Blessing told the gang that his family had been in attendance in Reno, NV, for the Legion Pro, so he felt extremely disappointed with the result, but he noted that bodybuilding is all about the journey . “I know what I gotthe potential is there. I know the amount of work that I’ve put in the gym, when it comes to work, honestly, I put in that work.” There’s no doubt that this Irish man-mountain has the size to dominate the stage, so what went wrong? “I tell you the truth,” offered the straight-talking TMP host, Dennis James. “All the updates that I sa...

Want to Enter a HYROX Race? Follow These Training Tips

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If you keep up with the fitness industry or strength sports, then you are likely aware of HYROX. For those who are new to it , athletes compete in a fitness race that includes a variety of challenges with a run in between. Eight rounds in total take around an hour to complete, depending on the fitness level of the athletes in the competition. There are beginner and non-competitive workouts for those that simply want to push themselves, but if you are considering entering a race at some point, then you need to take the training up a notch. Fortunately, former HYROX world champion Hunter McIntyre took some time during his prep for the 2025 World Championships, which will be held in Chicago, IL, on June 13-15, to share his guidance on how to get ready for a HYROX event. Workout Routines HYROX Simulation Workout You Can Do at Home You can prepare for the hottest fitness event virtually anywhere. Read article Run on Hills… a Lot There is a lot of running in a competition, but t...