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Mark Barroso CSCS

Mark Barroso, CSCS, is a Master Trainer, Spartan SGX Coach, freelance writer and aspiring Athletic Trainer based in New Jersey.

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12 Rowing Workouts That Will Incinerate Fat

Bored with your cardio routine? Ramp up your heart rate and smash fat with these rowing workouts instead.

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Build Strength and Muscle With This 30-Minute Full-Body Dumbbell Workout

You only need half an hour and a set of dumbbells to build muscle and strength and burn fat too!

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How to Train for an Obstacle Course Race Without Running

Get ready for any OCR in the gym­, with ­no high mileage days necessary.

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6 Grip Strength Moves You’ve Probably Never Tried

Try these moves -- some of which use everyday items as equipment -- to hone your forearms.

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10 Core Moves You Can Do With 1 Dumbbell

One dumbbell is all you need to improve athletic performance, build core strength, and get ripped.

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How to Dominate Your Next Obstacle Course Race

Use these real-world training tips to rule the race course.

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How to Double Your Muscle Gains With Any Exercise

​Add this simple method to your existing training routine and watch your results multiply

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​5 Total-Body Workouts You Can Do With One Piece of Equipment

You don't need a full gym to get an incredible full-body workout

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​8 Reasons to Do An Abs Workout Today

​A strong core doesn't just look good—it benefits your health in a number of ways

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The 3 Best Workouts For Guys Who Want Massive Arms

Pump up your arms with these cutting-edge muscle-building arm workouts

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How to Train For an Obstacle Course Race

Don’t make the mistake of assuming your regular running or lifting routine is enough to get you over the finish line

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