Hygieia Strength & Conditioning

Yes, Life and Training Is Stressful — No, You’re Not Too Stressed To Progress
By Coach Ellie

Work deadlines, bad sleep, family stuff - none of it stays outside the gym. There's only one body handling all of it, and it doesn't separate "training stress" from "life stress."

Come train anyway. You might surprise yourself and perform better than you expected. It may feel harder than usual, but that's better than not training at all. And if needed, we can adjust the program - but don't count yourself out before you even try.

Link to article below:
https://www.hygieia.com.sg/library/articles/yes-life-and-training-is-stressful-no-youre-not-too-stressed-to-progress/

Are Singaporeans Getting Enough of Their Exercise Macros?
By Coach Marvin

Think of your weekly exercise like planning your nutrition macros. Most Singaporeans are heavy on cardio, or "carbohydrates" - walking to the MRT, hustling at work, chasing a ball on weekends. That's 85% of us hitting our overall activity numbers. But strength training, our "protein," is where 2 in 3 of us fall short.

That doesn't mean cardio isn't important, nor does it mean spending 100% of your time on strength training is better. The idea is to prioritise what you need to get enough of first, then fill in the rest.

Link to article below:
https://www.hygieia.com.sg/library/articles/are-singaporeans-getting-enough-of-their-exercise-macros/

Protein, Protein, Everywhere: How to Shop Smarter
By Coach Ellie

15g Protein." "High Protein." Sound familiar? Protein claims are everywhere now, even Milo's got a high-protein product! But those claims labels might not show the full or accurate picture of the product. Here's how to read the nutritional info on the back, so you're shopping smarter.

Link to the article below:
https://www.hygieia.com.sg/library/articles/protein-protein-everywhere-how-to-shop-smarter/

What High Creatinine and Low eGFR Numbers Mean for Lifters and Creatine Users
By Coach Shaun

Your doctor flagged high creatinine or low eGFR numbers on your last health screening. If you train regularly or take creatine, that "abnormal" result might just be down to you carrying more muscle mass or supplementing with creatine, not compromised renal function.

Here's what's going on with these numbers, why your doctor is right to raise the alarm, and how to know the difference.

Link to article below:
https://www.hygieia.com.sg/library/articles/high-creatinine-low-egfr-what-it-means-for-lifters-and-creatine-users/

From the archives...

The Pareto Principle in Strength Training
By Coach Shaun

Why do we train for strength with barbells, and why only a few lifts? Understand how being strategic gives you incredible leverage that yields the biggest returns.

Link to article below:
https://www.hygieia.com.sg/library/articles/the-pareto-principle-in-strength-training/