Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP, Author at The Beachbody Blog

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Do Squats Make Your Butt Look Bigger?

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; June 27, 2022

Squats are having a moment on social media right now, often tagged with phrases like #bootygains or #squatbooty. Is it true? Do squats make your butt look bigger? The answer...

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Arm Muscles: Anatomy, Function, and How to Build Them

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; June 27, 2022

Nothing beats a great pair of arms. Abs and quads may be great for the beach, but if you spend time developing your arm muscles (biceps,...

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Presidential Physical Fitness Test: Can You Pass It Now?

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; June 7, 2022

If your school days are behind you, you probably remember a gym-class rite of passage: the Presidential Physical Fitness Test. For all of you folks...

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What to Know About Metabolic Conditioning

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; May 5, 2022

If you’ve heard of metabolic conditioning — or metcon — it’s probably in the context of a class that offers circuit training as a way to build strength,...

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6 Ankle Stretches for Flexibility

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; November 12, 2021

Ignore ankle stretches at your peril. While most of us are only too happy to spend big chunks of workout time working showy muscles like...

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Strengthen Your Ankles With These 6 Easy Moves

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; October 25, 2021

When was the last time you gave your ankles some love? Do you even know how to strengthen ankles? If you’re like most people, the...

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Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP

Articles by Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP

Fitness

Do Squats Make Your Butt Look Bigger?

Fitness

Arm Muscles: Anatomy, Function, and How to Build Them

Fitness

Presidential Physical Fitness Test: Can You Pass It Now?

Fitness

What to Know About Metabolic Conditioning

Fitness

6 Ankle Stretches for Flexibility

Fitness

Strengthen Your Ankles With These 6 Easy Moves