Strength Training

• Does Training Frequency Matter for Muscle Growth? What the Science Says Oct 12, 20263 min read Curious if training a muscle group more often builds more muscle? We examine what systematic reviews reveal about weekly workout frequency and hypertrophy.
• Best Fitness App for Athletes? How to Pick a Training Log That Lasts Sep 23, 20263 min read The questions athletes ask before choosing a training log, answered plainly: what to track, what to skip, and how to avoid rebuilding your history later.
• Workout Planning Apps: TandemFit, Fitbod, or Boostcamp? Sep 20, 20265 min read Which app best fits your lifting style? Compare TandemFit, Fitbod, and Boostcamp to choose between suggested workouts, coach programs, and custom routines.
• Do Runners Need Strength Training? A Practical Guide Sep 20, 20265 min read Want to make room for lifting alongside your runs? Learn what strength training can add and how to build a routine you can keep reviewing.
• Strength workout apps: TandemFit, Hevy or Strong? Sep 20, 20265 min read Looking for a better lifting log? Compare how TandemFit, Hevy, and Strong help you record sessions, reuse routines, and review progress.
• Do Beginners Need to Test 1RM to Pick Weights? Sep 6, 20262 min read Unsure what weight to start lifting? Explore how one-rep-max testing fits into the question of choosing a starting load.
• Can Strength Training Replace Stretching for Flexibility? Aug 16, 20263 min read Can lifting help you work on flexibility too? Explore how resistance training and stretching compare in the research.
• Machines or Free Weights for Beginners? Evidence-Based Choice Aug 9, 20263 min read Choosing between machines and free weights? Explore how each fits a beginner’s strength routine and how to weigh your options.
• Do Supersets Feel Better? Effort, Enjoyment, and Preference Jul 26, 20262 min read Do supersets suit the way you like to train? Explore effort, enjoyment, and personal preference when planning a shorter gym session.
• Rest Between Sets: Duration and Stretching Trade-Offs Jun 21, 20262 min read Not sure how long to rest between sets? Explore rest intervals and between-set stretching to make sense of your next strength session.
• The True Cost of Condensing Workouts With Supersets Jun 7, 20262 min read Short on time at the gym? Explore how supersets fit into a strength routine and what to consider before pairing your exercises.
• Progressing Your Lifts With More Reps or More Weight May 17, 20262 min read Ready to progress your lifts? Explore how adding repetitions and increasing weight can fit into your next stage of strength training.
• How Perceived Effort Varies Across Exercises May 10, 20262 min read What does a hard effort really feel like? Learn how to interpret perceived exertion across different exercises and training settings.
• Does Running Affect Muscle Growth More Than Cycling? May 3, 20262 min read Balancing cardio with muscle-building goals? Explore what running and cycling research can tell you about planning a mixed training week.
• Mastering Progressive Overload: The Key to Consistent Strength Gains Apr 30, 20262 min read Struggling to see progress in your lifts? Learn how to implement progressive overload and use TandemFit to track your journey from beginner to athlete.
• Beyond the First Week: How to Build Unshakeable Training Consistency with TandemFit Apr 30, 20263 min read The secret to long-term fitness isn't a secret at all—it's consistency. Learn how to leverage TandemFit’s accountability tools and structured programs to make your workouts stick.
• How Much Should You Vary Your Strength Exercises? Apr 19, 20262 min read Keep the same lifts or change things up? Explore how to think about exercise variety, motivation, and tracking progress in your routine.
• Single-Leg or Two-Leg Strength Training? Apr 12, 20262 min read Should your workout include single-leg exercises, two-leg lifts, or both? Explore how each approach fits different strength and sport goals.
• Training to Failure: Repetitions, Fatigue, and Discomfort Mar 29, 20263 min read Should you keep lifting until you cannot do another rep? Explore how stopping points affect fatigue and the sets that follow.
• Autoregulating Strength Training With Effort and Bar Speed Mar 1, 20262 min read Not sure how heavy to lift today? Explore ways to use subjective effort ratings and objective bar speed when choosing and adjusting your training weights.
• Combining Strength and Cardio: What the Research Says for Women Jan 18, 20262 min read Want to combine lifting and cardio? Explore the research on strength and endurance training in women and the questions it leaves open.
• Should You Lift Two or Three Days a Week? Jan 4, 20262 min read Trying to fit lifting into your week? Explore what matters when choosing between two and three strength sessions.
• Can Minimal Equipment Deliver Real Strength and Muscle Gains? Dec 7, 20252 min read Working out with limited equipment? Explore what simple resistance training can offer and how researchers compare it with gym-based routines.
• Can One Working Set Still Build Strength? Nov 30, 20252 min read Only have time for a brief lifting session? Explore what one working set can offer and what to consider when keeping your routine simple.
• Training Near Failure and Fueling for Better Lifting Performance Nov 9, 20252 min read Wondering how hard to push your lifting sets? Explore reps in reserve, carbohydrate availability, and what they mean for demanding sessions.
• Spacing Strength and Endurance Sessions Oct 19, 20252 min read Fitting lifting and cardio into the same day? Learn what to consider when spacing your sessions and planning recovery between them.
• How Little Can You Train and Maintain Your Fitness? Oct 12, 20252 min read Short on time for training? Explore what cutting back could mean for your strength and endurance compared with taking a complete break.
• What BFR Research Says About Loads and Pressures Oct 5, 20253 min read Wondering how blood flow restriction training works? Explore the role of lighter weights, cuff pressure, and the limits of current guidance.
• Will My Strength Come Back Faster After a Break? Sep 21, 20252 min read Returning to lifting after a break? Learn what to expect as you rebuild strength and put your previous progress in perspective.