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Fitness tips, workout guides, and nutrition advice to help you reach your goals.
Where to start
Choose a guide that matches your immediate goal, current level, and next decision. For a complete route, begin with a goal page; for a specific question, use the categories below.
- Goal-led starting points
- Practical calculators and exercise guides
- Commercial content with clear disclosures
110 articles
How Much Protein Do You Actually Need?
How much protein do you actually need? Evidence-based guidelines for muscle gain, fat loss, and general health.
Lunges vs Bulgarian Split Squats: Which Single-Leg Exercise Wins?
Lunges or Bulgarian split squats? We compare muscles worked, technique and programming for the two best single-leg exercises.
Myprotein Clear Whey vs Regular Whey: Which Should You Choose?
Myprotein Clear Whey Isolate vs Impact Whey compared. Juice-style vs creamy shake — nutrition, taste, and when to use each.
Myprotein Creatine vs Optimum Nutrition Creatine: Which to Buy?
Myprotein vs Optimum Nutrition creatine monohydrate compared on price, purity, Creapure certification, and value for money.
Myprotein THE Pre vs Applied Nutrition ABE: Pre-Workout Compared
Myprotein THE Pre-Workout vs Applied Nutrition ABE compared on caffeine, ingredients, taste, and value for money.
Nike Metcon vs Reebok Nano: Which CrossFit Shoe Wins?
Nike Metcon vs Reebok Nano — the two biggest CrossFit shoes compared on stability, running, durability, and price.
Myprotein vs Bulk Whey Protein: UK Budget Showdown
Myprotein Impact Whey vs Bulk Pure Whey compared on price, protein content, taste, and mixability. The UK's top budget proteins.
Optimum Nutrition vs Myprotein: Is Premium Worth It?
ON Gold Standard Whey vs Myprotein Impact Whey compared on protein, taste, mixability, and price. Premium vs budget breakdown.
PhD Smart Bar vs Grenade Carb Killa: Budget vs Premium
PhD Smart Bar vs Grenade Carb Killa compared on macros, taste, fibre, and value. Is the premium worth paying?
Overhead Press vs Lateral Raises: Do You Need Both?
OHP or lateral raises for bigger shoulders? We compare muscles worked, technique and programming so you can build complete delts.
Pull-Ups vs Lat Pulldown: Which Builds a Wider Back?
Pull-ups or lat pulldowns for back width? We compare muscles worked, technique, pros and cons so you can pick the right exercise.
Progressive Overload: The Complete Guide to Getting Stronger
Progressive overload explained: the key principle behind muscle growth and strength gains, with practical examples.
Using the PT Tracker guides
Where should a fitness beginner start?
Start with a beginner programme, learn a small number of core movements, and use nutrition guidance that supports consistency. The goal pages connect the most useful articles, calculators, and plans.
How are PT Tracker fitness guides organised?
Guides are grouped into exercise, workout, nutrition, fitness news, and tutorial topics. Commercial guides include buying methodology and affiliate disclosure where relevant.
Can I use the advice without the PT Tracker app?
Yes. The guides, calculators, exercise library, and glossary are free to browse. The app helps put the advice into a repeatable plan and tracking workflow.
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