Tip: Painful Training: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly
Does it really take a lot of pain to get a lot of gain? Here's the truth.
January 13
Tip: Supersize Your Dumbbells and Barbells
Here's how to make your barbells and dumbbells more effective and build more carryover strength.
January 12
Tip: Go Heavy to Retain Muscle
Here's why doing high reps during diet phases can backfire, and why it's best to keep it heavy even when cutting.
January 11
Tip: Drop Sets – Effective for Growth or Not?
Here's what science has to say about drop sets, along with some recommendations.
January 10
Tip: 25 Reps for Bigger Legs
When you walk into a room, do people think you're riding a stork? If so, here's the workout method you need.
Tip: The Best Exercise Order for Triceps
Build your tri's and avoid elbow pain by using this sequence for triceps training.
January 9
Tip: The Most Neglected Chest Exercise
For pure size gains, many bodybuilders have forgotten about this pec-building staple.
January 8
Tip: Grip Position and Shoulder Mechanics
Here's a common form mistake that most lifters don't even know they're making.
6 Workout Mantras That Mostly Suck
There's a kernel of truth in every training mantra. But there's also a kernel of crap. So let's break them down and toss out the trash.
January 7
Tip: 3 New Ways to Use This Machine
It's not just for back. Check out these muscle-building exercise variations.
January 4
DNA Gains
New research shows that one type of training may decrease cellular aging and DNA damage, but another type may increase it.
December 29
Tip: Build Your Rep Strength, Build More Muscle
Chances are, if muscle growth has stopped it's because you adopted too many fancy techniques instead of just getting stronger. Here's what to do.
The Very Best Upper-Body Exercise
Nail your lats, chest, triceps, delts, and abs with one exercise. Here are 8 new and improved ways to do it.
December 26
Tip: Muscle Building and Body Fat Percentage
What does your bodyfat percentage have to do with muscle growth? Quite a lot actually. Check this out.
December 25
Tip: Is Cryotherapy Actually Effective?
When it comes to muscle recovery, does freezing your glutes off actually work? Here's what two studies discovered.
December 24
Tip: Age Makes No Difference in Recovery Rates
Science shows that recovery rates stay fairly consistent in the young and old(er). Take a look.
December 23
Tip: Is Variety More Important Than Intensity?
Doing lots of different exercises is more important than changing up sets and reps according to new research. Take a look.
December 21
Tip: Look Worse to Look Better
No, you don't have to gain a ton of fat to build muscle, but you do need to be realistic. Here's a little reality check.
December 20
5 Reasons You've Stopped Building Muscle
Has your muscle growth slowed down or come to a complete standstill? Here's how to get growing again.
Tip: Should You Do a Show?
Ready to get nearly naked and step onto the competitive stage? Probably not. Here's why.