Shifting Tension
Is it possible to put more stress on certain parts of a muscle?
November 6
The HFT Handbook
Ramp up the training to ramp up the gains. Here’s how to turn up the frequency without getting burnt out.
October 30
Question of Strength 34
Q & A with one of the world's premier strength coaches
October 25
The Anti-Skinny Fat Manifesto
Kinda skinny looking yet still have a gut? That’s skinny-fat. Here’s how to fix it.
October 11
The Beast Rants, You Learn
Instead of my usual Q & A column this month, I'm going to get a few things off my chest. Don't worry though, it won't simply be the ranting of a dieting bodybuilder; you'll probably learn a few helpful things along the way, too!
October 9
4 Guaranteed Tips
Strategies for sets, reps, volume, training, and for getting downright ripped. Find it all here.
September 4
HSS-100: Chest Specialization
Besides meaty arms, the pectorals are probably the best of the "showy" body parts. Somewhere in time (oddly enough at the same time as the rise of Arnold Schwarzenegger), the chest became the ultimate sign of manhood. Thick pecs give a three dimensional look to the upper body, and a well-defined chest makes your torso look like an old Roman soldier's breastplate.
July 17
W-i-d-e-r, Real-Man Shoulders
A look back at bodybuilding history plus a great workout for your delts. Check it out.
July 11
HSS-100: Shoulder Specialization
Because nothing improves your physique more than building your shoulders. Here’s how to do it.
June 13
Bulk Up, Cut Up: Biceps!
Christian, I really want to improve my biceps development. Do you think that supersets are a good training method to use for that purpose?
June 5
The Old-School Calf Blast
Forget anything you've heard about working your calves, and get ready to learn the most productive calf routine I've ever used.
May 23
HSS-100: Back Specialization
When it’s time to specialize and bring up your back, this should be your go-to training program. Check it out.
May 18
New Arm Size, Right Now!
How does an advanced lifter build bigger arms? Is it even possible? It is. If you're an experienced lifter who hasn't seen arm growth in ages, here's what to do.
April 24
Most Powerful Program Ever?
A proven training system specifically designed for bodybuilding. Check it out if you want to grow!
April 18
Bulk Up, Cut Up! 3
Thib, you seem to be able to come up with a lot of new and effective exercises. Got any more that I could use to spice up my training?
April 11
Minimal Time, Maximum Workout
Got 20 minutes? Then you have time for a great workout. Follow these guidelines.
April 6
Old-School Muscle
Here's how Jones Trained Viator for the 1971 Mr. America
March 16
Exercises You've Never Tried 17
Nine challenging exercises that you probably haven't tried before. Give 'em a shot this week in the gym.
March 6
Build Your Own HFT Program!
Drop the conventional body part split and take a high-frequency approach. Check this out.
February 27
Bulk Up, Cut Up! 2
This new Q & A column is about building a muscular and aesthetic physique. It's not about breaking strength records or reaching speed and power personal bests.