The KEFL Journal

Welcome to the KEFL Blog — your go-to resource for practical fitness advice, home workout routines, and equipment tips. Whether you're setting up your home gym or looking for effective exercises, our articles are designed to help you stay active and healthy from the comfort of your home.

dumbbellHack Squat vs Leg Press: Which Builds Better Legs? - KEFL

Hack Squat vs Leg Press: Which Builds Better Legs?

When it comes to leg day, two exercises stand out for building strength, size, and stability: the hack squat and the leg press.  Both are compound movements t...

dumbbellThe Benefits of Hack Squats: Build Strength, Power, and Stability - KEFL

The Benefits of Hack Squats: Build Strength, Power, and Stability

If you’re looking to build stronger legs and improve your lower-body strength, the hack squat deserves a spot in your workout routine.  It’s a powerful variat...

dumbbellHow to Do Dumbbell Rows Properly: Muscles Worked and Common Mistakes - KEFL

How to Do Dumbbell Rows Properly: Muscles Worked and Common Mistakes

If you’re looking to build a strong, sculpted back, dumbbell rows should be one of your go-to moves. They’re simple, effective, and can be done virtually anyw...

equipment guideWhat Does the Lat Pulldown Work? Why This Exercise Is Essential for a Strong Back - KEFL

What Does the Lat Pulldown Work? Why This Exercise Is Essential for a Strong Back

If you’ve ever wondered what does the lat pulldown work or why it’s such a staple in every gym programme, you’re not alone.The lat pulldown is one of the most...

equipment guideHow to Do a Lat Pulldown Properly: Avoid These Common Mistakes - KEFL

How to Do a Lat Pulldown Properly: Avoid These Common Mistakes

The lat pulldown is one of the most popular back exercises in the gym — and for good reason. It targets your latissimus dorsi (the large muscles on your back)...

dumbbellsWhat Is Reaction Time? A Guide to Speed and Performance - KEFL

What Is Reaction Time? A Guide to Speed and Performance

In sports, driving, or even daily life, your ability to respond quickly to a stimulus can make a huge difference.  This ability is called reaction time. But w...

dumbbellsWhat Are Reps? Understanding the Basics of Strength Training - KEFL

What Are Reps? Understanding the Basics of Strength Training

If you’re new to the gym, you’ve probably heard trainers or workout plans talk about reps and sets.  But what are reps, and why are they so important for stre...

dumbbellsWhat Are Pull Muscles? Understanding Training for Strength and Growth - KEFL

What Are Pull Muscles? Understanding Training for Strength and Growth

When you first start strength training, you’ll quickly come across the terms push and pull.  These words describe the type of movement your muscles perform an...

dumbbellsWhat Muscles Do Lateral Raises Work? A Complete Guide - KEFL

What Muscles Do Lateral Raises Work? A Complete Guide

If you’ve ever stepped into a gym or followed a workout plan that focuses on shoulder development, chances are you’ve come across the lateral raise.This seemingly simple movement is one of t...

dumbbells10 Effective Workouts You Can Do with Adjustable Dumbbells - KEFL

10 Effective Workouts You Can Do with Adjustable Dumbbells

No fancy machines.  No packed gyms.  Just a good pair of adjustable dumbbells and a bit of floor space. Whether you're just getting started or levelling up yo...