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Learn the difference between sarcoplasmic and myofibrillar hypertrophy and how each type of muscle growth contributes to strength, recovery, and performance in AIM Athletic’s small group personal training and active rehab programs.

Learn what periodization training is and why structuring workouts with planned changes in volume, intensity, and exercise selection helps improve strength, prevent plateaus, and support long term fitness progress.

New to strength training? Learn why beginners experience rapid “newbie gains,” including the neurological adaptations and muscle growth that drive early strength improvements and gym performance.

Cardio improves heart health, but strength training is essential for protecting joints and tendons. Learn why lifting weights improves joint resilience, reduces injury risk, and complements cardiovascular training.

A closer look at Achilles tendon thickness in runners and what it tells us about training age, tissue adaptation, injury risk, and why gradual exposure to load is key for strength, rehab, and long term performance.

What BMI really measures, why doctors use it, and where it falls short. Learn when BMI is useful, when it’s misleading, and what actually matters for long term health and performance.