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The Best Natural Scalp Eczema Treatment Options
By Laura Dolgy (see bio below)
Are you experiencing a dry, itchy or oozing scalp and not sure why or what it is? It may be scalp eczema, which can be both irritating and embarrassing, but there are a variety of treatments that can be used to diminish the appearance of eczema on scalp, as well as heal it.
This week we’re looking at the best natural scalp eczema treatment options, as well as a few other general recommendations to heal your eczema immediately!
Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.
What are the types of eczema on scalp?
Greasy Scalp
One form of scalp eczema, is a greasy, waxy scalp that doesn’t seem to vanish simply by washing out hair. The waxy, non-scaly residue can first appear in a small patch and then develop around the entire head, causing severely greasy hair and a greasy scalp.
Although this type of eczema is similar to seborrheic dermatitis, redness and scales are not present.
To learn more about this type of scalp eczema, check out our founder’s blog post on her own greasy scalp eczema: Waxy, Greasy Hair After Shower: A Surprising Form of Dermatitis.
Seborrheic Dermatitis
The most common form of scalp eczema is seborrheic dermatitis. This form of eczema on scalp, generally seen in adults, is caused by a fungus. Eventually, this fungus grows and spreads, which in turn causes an oily, flaky scalp that can be uncomfortable or painful.
Although not proven, this condition might be linked to an abnormality of oil glands or hair follicles. It might also be caused by the production of hormones, fatigue, heavy drinking, stress and more.
To learn more about seborrheic dermatitis and how to manage it, make sure to check out our blog post: 4 Ways to Relieve Seborrheic Dermatitis.
Cradle Cap
Another form of scalp eczema, which is seen in newborns and infants is cradle cap. Cradle cap is actually a form of seborrheic dermatitis, yet it usually disappears after three months, while seborrheic dermatitis can be long term and often in adults.
Cradle cap in babies usually appears as a yellowish, patchy, greasy and often crusty skin rash. Although it can be unsightly, cradle cap is usually not uncomfortable or painful (unlike seborrheic dermatitis in adults).
If your little one is suffering from cradle cap, make sure to take a look at our blog post: The Most Natural Cradle Cap Treatments (and Seborrheic Dermatitis).
How do you treat scalp eczema?
Although there is no found cure for scalp eczema, there are a variety of natural scalp eczema treatments that can be used on both little ones and adults. Take a look at our recommendations below and start healing naturally today!
Scalp Oil
To keep scalp skin hydrated and moisturized, opting for a scalp oil is a great choice! If your scalp is already greasy, we recommend skipping scalp oils and instead looking for one that treats greasy flakes and scales. Hint, check below for some ideas.
If your scalp tends to be dry, make sure to check out this SD Freedom Scalp Oil – For Dry Skin. Not only is this oil nourishing and moisturizing, but it includes Chinese herbs that are designed to heal dry scalps. This product can be used on both adults and little ones suffering from cradle cap, as its completely natural and GMO free. Also – bonus: it can be used on pets!
Scalp Tincture
If you or your little one is experiencing a greasy scalp, then make sure to check out this SD Freedom Scalp Tincture – For Greasy Skin. This tincture is specifically designed for those with greasier flakes and scales on the scalp that might crust, blister, or ooze with yellow and golden coloring. This scalp treatment also contains apple cider vinegar, which is a common home remedy in scalp eczema treatment.
Similarly to the oil, this product is natural, GMO free and safe to use on adults, infants and pets!
Natural Shampoo
Is your shampoo making your scalp eczema even worse?
Many shampoos on the market today contain ingredients that can be harsh on scalp eczema and can actually make things worse. By switching to a natural shampoo, like this Emily Skin Soothers Body Wash, the chance for irritation is greatly diminished and the eczema can actually heal.
We know what you’re thinking – body wash?! This liquid soap actually doubles as a shampoo which can work on seborrheic dermatitis and other forms of scalp eczema. Not only is it moisturizing, but it is extremely gentle and will not strip skin like many other shampoos.
Another wonderful shampoo (which is specifically made for seborrheic dermatitis) is this Wild Naturals Eczema Psoriasis Shampoo and Conditioner. It is both natural and contains Manuka honey which is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.
Natural Moisturizer
After shampooing your hair and scalp, you’ll want to make sure the area is well moisturized. The above mentioned scalp eczema tincture and oil work well, but if you’re looking to spot treat, make sure to check out this Organic Manuka Skin Soothing Cream. Not only is this cream nourishing and moisturizing, but it also contains Manuka oil and honey which are both anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.
Cradle Cap Hat
Lastly, if your little one is suffering from severe cradle cap and can’t stop itching their scalp, make sure to check out this GoumiHat for infants 3-6 months old. Not only will this protect your little one’s scalp, but you can also use it for both dry and wet wrap therapy.
More advice on treating scalp eczema
Seborrheic dermatitis and other forms of scalp eczema can be difficult to treat, but if you are not improving with the suggested products above, then maybe it’s time to start healing from within.
Many eczema sufferers have found relief by removing certain foods that trigger their eczema. This can be done with a process known as an elimination diet. An elimination diet is essentially removing certain foods from your diet for a specific time period and then reintroducing them slowly to determine which foods are causing a reaction. To learn more about its success and how to get started, make sure to check out our blog post: Our Eczema Elimination Diet Success (How You Can Do it Too!).
Do you suffer from eczema on your scalp? Let us know how you treat it in the comment section below!
Bio: Laura is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.
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The 5 Best Sunscreens For Eczema – Bustle
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The 5 Best Sunscreens For Eczema
Bustle If you experience bouts of eczema, it makes sense that you might want to stay away from trying new and potentially irritating skin care products because you're afraid they'll cause a flare-up. But not everything can be avoided, as some beauty products … Sunscreen Ratings – Consumer Reports |
Best Natural Body Wash for Eczema
By Laura Dolgy (bio below)
As an eczema sufferer, you probably already know how difficult it can be to find a natural body wash that does not exacerbate your eczema symptoms. There are so many different types of body washes on the market, but what should you keep in mind when purchasing your next body wash?
This week, we discuss the best natural body wash for eczema, as well as potentially toxic ingredients to avoid.
Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.
The Best Natural Body Wash For Eczema
It’s difficult to find body washes that are sensitive enough for eczema prone skin, when there are so many variations on the market. It seems that today, every body wash incorporates some form of “natural” ingredients, but how do you really know when a product is safe for your eczema prone skin?
We’re here to help! These natural body washes are the perfect alternatives to products on the market that may include harsh chemicals, parabens and more.
Emily Skin Soothers Liquid Soap Soother
This natural body wash for eczema is a great choice as it’s made specifically with Chinese herbs that are both rich and moisturizing, so it not only cleans, but treats the skin as well. This liquid soap will also not strip skin of moisture like many other harsh body soaps on the market.
Free of artificial colors, made from certified sustainable palm oil, GMO free and safe for babies, this body wash is our top pick for anyone with eczema. In fact – the creator of Emily Skin Soothers is an acupuncturist and made this soap (and his other products) to calm his own child’s eczema when she was an infant.
Use this therapeutic soap either in the shower or bath, but always avoid hot water with any body wash. Lathering gently with lukewarm water is always best for eczema – hot water can dry out and further irritate your skin.
Castille Soap
If you are looking for a body wash that is super gentle, super simple and that won’t irritate skin further, try a liquid castille soap like Cove’s Castille Soap that includes Organic Argan, Hemp and Jojoba oils. Not only is it packed with antioxidants, minerals and vitamins, but the olive oil offers a soothing and moisturizing body wash.
Body Wash for Babies and Toddlers
Are you searching for a gentle cleanser specifically for your little one? All the body washes and soaps in this soap are safe for babies, but sometimes there is a reassurance in using something made specifically with babies in mind. If that sounds familiar, then make sure to check out this thinkbaby Body Wash that also doubles up as a shampoo. This wash is free of parabens as well as other harmful ingredients and is also tear free! It will keep your little one’s skin clean without further irritation.
What Types of Body Washes to Avoid
As previously mentioned, there are several body washes on the market that should be avoided when suffering from eczema. These are washes that you can find either at the grocery store or pharmacy and claim to be natural when in fact they use a variety of harsh and possibly dangerous chemicals.
Some ingredients you should always avoid when searching for body washes are Diethanolamine, Monoethanolamine and Triethanolamine, commonly referred to as DEAs. These harmful ingredients are usually added to either creamy or sudsy soaps and have been classified as causing potential harm to one’s health from prolonged exposure.
It’s also important to try and stay away from fragrances or dyes, as these chemicals can several exacerbate eczema.
For other ingredients to avoid in body washes and other skin care products, make sure to check out our blog post: 13 Skincare Ingredients & Eczema Irritants You Need to Avoid Right Now.
Alternatives to Body Washes
Pine Tar Soap
Another great body wash for eczema is this Pine Tar Soap that is an excellent treatment for eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Not only is pine tar known for being wound healing with its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, but both coal tar (toxic, stay away!) and pine tar have been shown to slow down the rapid growth of skin cells and restore the skin’s appearance. It is also great at reducing inflammation, itching and scaling for psoriasis.
Similarly to the Emily Skin Soothers soaps, this Pine Tar Soap is GMO free. It is also made with the highest grade kiln burned pine tar, does not contain creosote and handcrafted in the USA.
Like other body soaps, make sure to use it with lukewarm water, so that your skin can really benefit from the soap’s rich ingredients.
Emily Skin Soothers Bar Soap For Eczema
For those that are not too fond of a liquid body wash, make sure to check out the Emily Skin Soothers’s bar soap equivalent to the body wash above, Emily’s Bar Soap for Eczema. This soap is perfect for cleaning in the shower or hand washing.
Similarly to the body wash, there’s no added color or fragrance, as well as no parabens or harmful ingredients.
Curious to learn more about gentle cleansing options, read our post What Is The Best Eczema Soap?
Looking for more information about eczema, check out our complete list of our most informational posts in Start Here for Eczema Relief.
What body washes do you use for your eczema? Share with us in the comments section below!
Bio: Laura is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.
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The Best Eczema-Friendly Makeup | Teen Vogue – TeenVogue.com
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The Best Eczema-Friendly Makeup | Teen Vogue
TeenVogue.com My love of makeup used to be hindered by my eczema and sensitive skin, until I found these products that worked wonders even with my skin condition. |
The Best Facial Cleanser for Eczema
Facial eczema is never easy to treat. With all the different products on the market that claim to be sensitive facial cleansers, it’s difficult to choose a product that works for your eczema. That’s why this week – we’re discussing the best facial cleanser for eczema. Also make sure to check out some creams that are soothing, nourishing and sensitive enough for eczema on the face, including lips and eyes.
Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.
Best Facial Cleanser for Eczema
Facial eczema is extremely difficult to treat and as such, a gentle enough treatment is always tricky to find. Many cleansers on the market are ridden with toxic ingredients such as parabens, fragrances, phthalates and much more.
ILW Recommends: 13 Skincare Ingredients & Eczema Irritants You NEED to Avoid Right Now
A proper cleanser for eczema needs to be gentle, but should also be soothing and nourishing as well. You don’t want to opt for a cleanser that will leave your skin feeling dry. That will only be uncomfortable and result in further eczema flares. The problem with most cleansers and soaps is that they strip the skin and leave you worse off than when you began. Read more about how soaps strip the skin and how to find the Best Eczema Soap.
One facial cleanser for eczema we stand by is Bodyceuticals Organic Calendula Eczema Face Wash. This face wash is a highly concentrated formula, so you actually only need one pump to clean the entire face (talk about affordable!). The calendula, seaweed and blended herbs provide a cleanser that is both repairing and moisturizing. Unlike other cleansers, this face wash will not strip skin from moisture and will instead calm red, inflamed skin. This facial cleanser for eczema is also a perfect for those that have sensitive skin.
Not all bar soaps are drying and we suggest you try this Grass Fed Tallow Soap to see just how moisturizing a bar of soap can be. This super fatty soap is so gentle that it’s great for using anywhere on your body, including your sensitive face. It’s super simple ingredient list means it’s great for someone with even the most sensitive or allergic of skin. So, we highly recommend giving this bar soap a try.
Best Facial Cream for Eczema
After a good facial cleansing, it’s best to apply a cream or balm to lock in the moisture and soothe and nourish the skin. Similarly to facial cleansers for eczema, you want to make sure these creams are as natural as possible.
A great cream that I use on my skin is Bodyceuticals Calendula Face Eczema Cream. This cream is extremely cooling and helps soothe irritated and dry skin. Normally, I apply this cream at night on sensitive and dry parts of my face like the sides of my nose, my chin and cheeks. I also love doubling up this cream as a makeup remover.
Because the cream includes organic coconut oil, it’s very easy to use it to wipe off eyeliner, mascara and eye shadow. Plus – this cream is also so gentle it can be used for eyelid eczema as well.
Another excellent cream that is also nourishing and perfect for facial eczema, is Eczeherbal’s Colloidal Oatmeal Eczema Cream. This treatment includes both aloe vera and 2% colloidal oatmeal to keep skin nourished and reduce inflammation. Aside from adults, it can also be used on children, babies and even pets!
For extreme moisture, you can also try this Organic Manuka Skin Soothing Cream, which is extremely nourishing for dry, irritated skin. It’s more of a creamy balm, so a very small amount goes a long way. In general, it’s best worn at night as it is so thick and creamy.
Looking for more moisturizing options? Check out the natural eczema cream here.
How to Wash your Face with Eczema
With eczema, it’s best to be extra gentle with the skin, which is highly sensitive. Here is how we recommend washing your face with eczema:
- Start by splashing your face with warm (not hot) water. Then gently massage in a cleanser for sensitive skin or eczema like Bodyceuticals Organic Calendula Eczema Face Wash. Or try one of these best eczema soaps.
- Carefully remove every bit of cleanser with cool water and your hands. You can experiment with using a wash cloth for exfoliation, but proceed with caution as wash cloths can be too abrasive and irritating at times.
- Pat (don’t rub) the skin dry and immediately apply an emollient like Bodyceuticals Calendula Face Eczema Cream which was made to use with the face wash above.
- If cleaning your face in the morning, try going cleanser free and simply do a cool water rinse. Then apply a natural sunscreen on your face to protect your face against harmful UVA and UVB Rays. Read about the Best All Natural Sunscreens for Eczema. For a natural face cream with SPF protect, try this one by OM Botanicals with cooling aloe and shea butter.
If you’re suffering from facial eczema and just can’t find a cleanser or cream that provides relief, then perhaps its time to look within. Many eczema sufferers have found relief and treatment by simply changing their diet. If you think your facial eczema might be caused by the foods you’re eating, make sure to check out this blog post: Our Eczema Elimination Diet Success (How You Can Do it Too!). An elimination diet is essentially removing certain foods from your diet for a specific time period and then reintroducing them slowly to determine which foods are causing a reaction.
Do you suffer from facial eczema?
Let us know what cleanser you use below in the comments section!
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What Is The Best Eczema Soap?
Another great post from itchylittleworld.com – Natural remedies for eczema to soothe your itchy little world..
By Laura Dolgy (bio below)
It’s no secret that finding the best eczema soap or really sensitive skin is a nightmare. Most soaps end up leaving skin feeling dry and even more irritated. Not to mention that harsh and hot water can only exacerbate eczema symptoms. It’s enough to make us want to eliminate washing and bathing of any kind.
If you’re having trouble finding an alternative to harsh soaps, then this post is for you. This week, we’re sharing the worst and best eczema soaps.
Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like fever or an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.
The Truth about Soap and Eczema
As you probably already know, soap is known to dry skin out. This is mostly due to harsh chemicals that remove moisture from the skin. These chemicals can also cause severe reactions and irritation, specifically for those suffering from eczema or extremely sensitive skin.
So why is it so hard finding a soap that works with your eczema? Well to be quite honest – most (if not almost all) skincare products that exist today are loaded with nasty ingredients such as parabens, plastics or one of the worst culprit – fragrances.
To keep your skin well protected and safe from infection, opting for natural, chemical-free soaps are the best decision. They tend to be gentler and won’t dry out the skin like others will.
What is the Worst Soap for Eczema?
Aside from soap with nasty ingredients such as parabens, plastics or fragrances, there are many other types of soap that can exacerbate eczema. Here is a list of the top soaps to avoid:
Bubble baths
What kid doesn’t love a bubble bath? Or adult for that matter?! Unfortunately most bubble baths can really cause your eczema to flare up. But why are bubble baths so terrible for dry skin? Well for one, foaming agents use many chemicals that easily irritate skin. Another reason is that all soap will dry out the skin and the longer the skin is exposed to soap, as in soaking in a bubble bath, the more the skin will dry out. In fact, for baths, we suggest never using any soap until the very end and then quickly rinsing it off the skin. Never sit in soapy water for an extended period of time.
Although there are some very rare “eczema-safe” bubble baths out there, it’s best to err on the side of caution. So, we do NOT recommend bubble baths for children or adults with eczema.
Sanitizers & Foaming Soaps
Although we’ve been discussing soaps primarily for bath use, there are also many soaps that can exacerbate hand eczema. Hand sanitizers are probably one of the worst things you can use! Why? Because there is nothing else as drying as alcohol and that is the primary ingredient in most sanitizers.
Another one is foaming soap, which is extremely harsh for sensitive skin. It usually includes unsafe chemicals and ingredients made to create an overabundance of foam, but these things really irritate the skin. Hand eczema is actually very common due to chemical agents included in products such as hand cleansers and dish soap.
If you have trouble with hand eczema, make sure to read 5 Handy Ways to Keep Hand Eczema Under Control.
Scented Oils
Although this is technically not a soap, many people enjoy adding scented oils to their bath to help them unwind and relax. However, like we mentioned earlier, most fragrant type products can exacerbate eczema.
In general we suggest avoiding scented oils with added “fragrance” or “perfume.” Instead we recommend just adding drops of pure essential oils to your bath. For tips, check out The Best Essential Oils for Eczema.
What is the Best Eczema Soap?
We already mentioned there are many soaps that must be avoided for eczema, but fortunately there are many great, natural alternatives available.
If you’re suffering from dry, itchy or irritated eczema, it’s always best to opt for a product that contains either olive oil or a fatty base like shea to nurture your skin and not strip it of moisture like commercial brands will. We don’t find coconut oil only bases to be rich and moisturizing enough, so in general we don’t recommend those, although they are natural.
This Emily Skin Soothers Soap for Eczema contains natural Chinese herbs, as well as olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter and many more natural and eczema safe ingredients. Not only is it perfect as a bathing soap for eczema, but it can also be doubled up for showering. It is both nourishing and extremely moisturizing for the driest skin. We’ve heard it works great for shampoo too if you have shorter hair.
Alternatively, if you’re looking for a bottled soap, the above product is also available in liquid form, arguably even better as a shampoo. Check out this natural body wash for eczema.
We mentioned that we love olive oil based soaps, but we find tallow pretty great as well. This Grass Fed Tallow Soap is made with the purest form of grass fed tallow and is extremely nourishing and moisturizing. Not only is it excellent for eczema, but it’s simple ingredients are gentle enough for sensitive and allergy-prone skin.
Lastly, the 20% Pine Tar Soap is both anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory, which makes it perfect for eczema, psoriasis and rosacea. Pine tar is actually known to speed up the growth of new skin cells and helps restore the appearance of skin. This eczema soap can also double up as a shampoo for scalp eczema, psoriasis and dandruff.
Although soap for eczema might be difficult to find, it’s not impossible. As discussed, there are a variety of different natural, eczema-safe alternatives that can be provide soothing and nourishing relief.
Have you found the best eczema soap?
Share it with us in the comments below!
Bio: Laura is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.
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Superset training – how to implement them and when is best to do so
I am going to give my views on how best to implement agonist-antagonist paired set training and their benefits over traditional set training based on my own experience of training myself and others as well as a recent review was done by MASS on a study comparing traditional set training v agonist-antagonist superset training and giving you their findings.
Study link below:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28933712
What actually is a superset – a superset is a programming strategy that can be implemented to provide an increased overload to the desired area by starting with exercise A which let’s say works the biceps for 8-10 repetitions followed by exercise B which also works the biceps for 8-10 repetitions increasing the stress on the biceps. Or another option for a superset if you’re more time conscious and wanted to get as much done as possible in a shorter period of time is to work opposing muscle groups known as an agonist-antagonist superset.
Examples
1)
A1) BB EZ bar preacher curl 4 x 8-10
A2) DB hammer curl 4 x 8-10
90 seconds rest
2)
A1) Incline DB chest press 4 x 8-10
60 seconds rest
A2) Incline DB bench pull 4 x 8-10
60 seconds rest
When the study looked at traditional set training vs agonist-antagonist superset training they found that the best benefit of super setting was they were able to perform the exercises in almost half the time and performance wasn’t affected. They actually found that the pecs, biceps, triceps and latimus Dorsi’s level of muscle fatigue was actually greater when performing the bench press into seated row when using an electromyography to measure fatigue as well as a greater amount of volume achieved on the seated row overall potentially leading to more muscle growth in the long run.
It seems that this isn’t muscle or movement specific as similar results have been found in a different study in which the exercises used was leg extensions and leg curls to work the quadriceps and hamstrings respectfully. In this study, similar findings were made in which more volume was accumulated and fatigue was greater than straight set training and again done in almost half the time.
Study link below:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27243916
So why may this be the case, how do agonist-antagonist supersets produce more fatigue, volume and improve performance in some cases all while reducing the time to completion by half? One hypothesis as to why supersets outperformed straight sets ironically could be increased rest periods for the like exercise i.e. Bench press 10 reps, seated row 10 reps followed by rest. While performing the seated row the chest is being rested even though cardiovascular demand is still high you’re resting the bench press primary movers which is then followed by the planned rest between sets leading to more rest than traditional sets in which case you’d perform a set and then rest and repeat.
Other factors as why supersets outperformed traditional sets could be an altering of the Golgi tendon reflex, neuromuscular alteration to inhibition of co-contraction which means if you’re working opposing muscle groups you find that you’re able to move through a larger range of motion and with harder force production, or a faster dissipation of metabolites which occur as a reaction to training.
When not to implement supersets
– While performing large multi-jointed movements
– Beginners who are still learning the skill of movements and body awareness. You do not want to compromise technique
– If you or the client is too unfit to perform a superset and performance suffers
– Strength athletes, especially those who are near to a competition i.e. powerlifter using a superset of DB row with his bench press isn’t specific enough to his competition and will decrease his performance.
When may this be a good strategy to implement
– Bodybuilder, gym goer, or anyone with body composition goals
– With smaller isolation exercises
– Personal trainers trying to be time efficient with clients
– Busy people with limited time to commit to training
My final thoughts on supersets v traditional set training are that they defiantly have a place in the majority of peoples training plans as they have shown to either has positive results and reduce the time of your workout or had no negative or positive results and still decreased your time in the gym. Just be careful where you place it in your workout and consider your goals and if you’re competing in something that may be affected by supersets.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28933712
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27243916
https://www.strongerbyscience.com/mass/
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