MetCon Is Just Cardio With Better Marketing
EMOM, HIIT, MetCon—different names for the same physiological adaptations. The acronym on your workout matters less than whether the intensity matches your goals.
Sam Okafor
Explores conditioning, mobility, and why your training plan probably has too many exercises in it.
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conditioning
mobility
Fascia Training Is Already Over-Hyped (And What Actually Works)
The fitness industry found fascia and turned it into foam rolling 2.0. Here's what the tissue research actually tells us about movement quality.
mobility
The Hip Hinge: Most-Screwed-Up Movement in the Gym
Everyone thinks they know how to hinge. Most people are just doing a squat-bow hybrid that loads their spine wrong.
conditioning
Why Jumping Matters (Even If You're Not an Athlete)
Plyometrics aren't just for athletes. They're one of the fastest ways to build power, bone density, and coordination that actually transfers to daily life.
conditioning
VO2 Max Is the Best Predictor of How Long You'll Live
Cardiorespiratory fitness beats cholesterol, blood pressure, and body weight as a mortality predictor. Here's why your aerobic capacity matters more than you think.
conditioning
Cardio for People Who Hate Cardio
You don't need to suffer on a treadmill for an hour. Here's how to build conditioning without the soul-crushing boredom.
mobility
Mobility vs. Flexibility: They're Not the Same Thing
Stretching won't fix your squat. Understanding the difference between mobility and flexibility will save you months of wasted time.