TFM WEEKLY NUT This week's highlights and best content in a nutshell Hey there! Hope your weekend's going great. It's been a good few weeks here at Maverick HQ....  I was pleased to be invited to appear on a podcast last week to talk about all things men. Testosterone, libido, and the ability to pitch a tent came up plenty of times, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for when that's released in a few weeks. Away from a podcast in London to the next day in Milton Keynes. This is where in other big news my brother won his first ever physique competition. At the UK Ultimate Physique show he took 1st place in his Classic Bodybuilding category. As a lifetime drug-free athlete, Ryan's win was made more special by a show that otherwise allows untested athletes to compete. Competition was tough, but smart training and dieting won the day (along with a pretty badass routine)! Follow Ryan on instagram to see more (@ryansapsteadpt). Finally, I was also featured in T-Nation.com a couple of times last week. If you want to find out more you can read those articles below. Until next week! Gareth NASTY AB TRAINING Want abs? It's time to crank up the resistance, extend the TUT, and add a proven bodybuilding technique to your workouts. Try THESE moves! 4 REASONS TO USE THE 1.5 REP METHOD Should you be using the one-and-a-half method in your training? If you're after size and strength, then yes! Check THIS out. Copyright © 2019 The Fitness Maverick, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have opted in to receiving emails from The Fitness Maverick. Our mailing address is: The Fitness Maverick Market Street South Melbourne Melbourne, Victoria VIC 3205 Australia Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

Try these "Butt Scratchers" to hit your abs

TFM WEEKLY NUT This week's highlights and best content in a nutshell "Butt scratchers" - appropriately named after how a dog looks when it's trying to wipe its butt on your carpet. Performed going backwards they can be an excellent exercise to hit your abs. These particularly hit the 'lower' fibres of your 'six-pack' muscle, as it works with its natural function of posteriorly tilting the pelvis. if you don't have sliders then don't worry. watch the video to find out more. Brownie points for trying these on your living room floor. Even an old magazine will work as a tool to slide with. feel free to tag me on social media if you do (@thefitnessmaverick). Have a great weekend! Gareth Try 3 sets of 12-20 reps for that pummelled abs feeling. The idea is to tuck your pelvis under, behind your arms. Hold here for a second to really feel it work. Copyright © 2019 The Fitness Maverick, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have opted in to receiving emails from The Fitness Maverick. Our mailing address is: The Fitness Maverick Market Street South Melbourne Melbourne, Victoria VIC 3205 Australia Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

Should you mix weights and cardio?

TFM WEEKLY NUT This week's highlights and best content in a nutshell Should you mix weights and cardio? Well that depends on your goal. The short answer is that whenever possible you should try to avoid mixing them - it messes up the 'signals' your trying to tell your body. However, if endurance is your priority, or strength is a secondary goal behind fat lass and general fitness then I wouldn't sweat it. The answer is a little more complex than that though. To find out why check out my latest article at STACK.com. I was honoured to have a video from legendary Strength Coach Mike Boyle included in this article too. If you take part in Crossfit this is a must-read. Have a good weekend! Gareth CAN YOU REALLY BUILD STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE SIMULTANEOUSLY? YES and NO! Find out why HERE. Copyright © 2019 The Fitness Maverick, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have opted in to receiving emails from The Fitness Maverick. Our mailing address is: The Fitness Maverick Market Street South Melbourne Melbourne, Victoria VIC 3205 Australia Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.