Training comparison guides

HIIT, sprint intervals or zone 2: which is best for VO2max and fat loss?

Machines, free weights or cables: which builds more muscle and strength?

Should you take your sets to failure or stop 1–3 reps short?

Is a full-body routine or a body-part split better for muscle and strength?

Should you lift heavy for low reps or light for high reps to build muscle and strength?

Do you need to squat, or does the leg press build legs just as well?

Are pull-ups better than the lat pulldown for building your back?

Barbell or dumbbell bench press: which is better for chest size and strength?

Ice bath or easy movement: which is better for recovery after lifting?

Can you build muscle at home with bodyweight or bands, or do you need weights?