#strength-training

#strength-training

Olympic lifting consists of just two lifts; the snatch and the clean and jerk. It is the only strength sport that currently competes in the Olympics, first appearing in the 1896 games.

"I would hit the gym, come back to my desk and I could even hear it in my voice. I sounded much more confident," Chaker told Business Insider.

"If you're doing three super slow push-ups, to me, I would say that's an even greater indicator of strength than doing 11 improper form fast push-ups."

If someone is just starting a fitness journey to stay healthy while pregnant, machines are a great place to start. The positioning is controlled.

Remember to try to keep a straight line from your shoulders to your back foot (don't drop or swing the back leg).

Earl Hooks began a fitness program in a park 12 years ago, which evolved into Black Urban Barn, emphasizing accessible workouts for the community.

"Since turning 40, I felt that it was natural that I would develop a dad bod. I wanted to look like someone who is exercising and I felt like I didn't."