December 8
Build Muscle and Strength at the Same Time
Five sets of five is a classic scheme, but here's how to make it even better. Build muscle and strength at the same time with this strategy.
December 6
The Best Shoulder Exercises You've Never Even Tried
The big basics are awesome, but if your delts have stopped growing, then try these clever and challenging shoulder exercises.
November 20
The New Exercise Workout Challenge
You don't have to train yourself into a puddle of goo for a workout challenge. Instead, just skill up with a new exercise or training method.
October 16
The Once-Per-Week Calf Workout That Works
This calf workout is effective even if you only do it once a week. The bad news? It uses the 6-12-25 protocol, so it's gonna hurt!
August 30
The Real Driver of Muscle Growth
A 6-month long study used experienced lifters to pinpoint what amount of volume would build the most muscle and strength. Here's what they found.
July 26
The New 40-30-5 Method
Increase time under tension, create an enormous pump, and make gains... if you can take the pain. Here's how.
July 12
7 Reasons You're Stuck at Medium
This is the advice someone would give you if he were brutally honest and didn't give a damn about your feelings. Wear your cup.
June 7
Tip: 3 Ideas to Help You Understand Technique
Read this and you'll know more about the causes of poor form and how to fix it than any form Nazi in your gym.
June 5
Tip: Soreness – Good or Bad?
It's a trickier subject than you think. Here's what you really need to know.
June 4
Tip: Can Anyone Build 19-Inch Arms?
Is there a secret to building big arms? Well, kinda. Here's what you need to know.
June 3
Tip: 3 Ways to Get Growing Again
Gains stalled even though you're training hard? Try one (or all) of these proven progress re-starters.
May 31
Tip: A New Variation on Seated Rows
Make this simple adjustment to really target the lats instead of the upper back. You'll get an unearthly pump!
May 29
3 Lessons From Bodybuilding Legend Bill Pearl
Bill Pearl is widely acknowledged as the first thinking man's bodybuilder. Here are three things you can learn from him about building muscle.
May 23
Question of Power 5
How to make your pecs jacked (not just strong), what bodybuilders and powerlifters can learn from each other, and simplifying fat loss.
May 22
6 Uncomfortable Thoughts About Exercise Form
Experienced lifters and coaches know that exercise form is highly individual and highly goal dependent. Here's why.
Tip: The Body Fat Percentage Factor
To avoid arriving in Skinny-Fat Land, know when to switch to a mass phase. Info here.
May 16
Tip: Cutting and Bulking – Age Matters
Don't forget to factor in your age the next time you embark on a strict diet or mass cycle. Here's what you need to know.
May 6
Pump and Grunt – New Biceps Finishers
Try these grueling training methods while the wuss boys next to you are doing their stale barbell curls for 3 sets of 10.
May 3
3 Dumb Rules That Don't Apply Anymore
Why high-rep barbell work, heavy machine work, and partials all have a place in your training... that is, if you want to grow.