July 6
Deadlift: Drop It Quickly or Lower Slowly?
Should you lower the bar slowly for the deadlift, or will that lead to injury? The answer may surprise you. Check it out here.
May 23
Progressive Overload is Overrated
Most lifters are obsessed with adding weight to the bar – one form of progressive overload. That could be holding them back. Here's why.
April 20
3 Reasons to Re-Think Training to Failure
Training to failure may feel effective, but is it? Here are three reasons why it can work against long-term gains, according to science.
April 14
6 New Chest Workout Tips for Fast Gains
If your strength gains are slow and your upper body is the same size as last year, you need to upgrade your chest workout. Here's how.
March 20
The Best Number of Sets for Getting Stronger
A solid new study determines the best number of sets for building lower-body strength. Hint: You're probably doing way too many. Info here.
February 16
23 Elite Band Exercises
These aren't your mama's resistance band exercises! They're for more advanced lifters and athletes chasing high-level performance gains.
February 13
The Nordic Deadlift
Looks odd, but this new deadlift variation will build your hamstrings and posterior chain strength like nothing else. Take a look.
February 3
The Pull-Up That Looks Easy But Blasts Your Back
Whether you're a master of the pull-up or can't even do one with good form, this deceptively challenging variation is for you. Take a look.
January 24
The One Thing Your Workout is Missing
Dedicated lifters are often missing something in their training. Find that missing piece and you'll be bigger, stronger, and healthier.
January 13
Home Gym Equipment: The 5 Upgrades You Need
Tired of busy gyms? Sick of not knowing if your gym will be shut down by the government? Get some home gym equipment. Try this cool gear.
January 12
Get Big. Get Strong. Don't Get Fat and Die.
You gotta do some conditioning work to stay healthy, but how do you combine it with strength training without interference? Three plans here.
January 10
Home Workouts: 5 Less-Obvious Training Methods
Gym shut down again? Or are you just looking for new ways to ramp up your home workouts? Try these uncommon but effective training methods.
January 8
Deadlift Basics: Grip & Stance
Master the basics before you pile on the plates! Here's a quick video tutorial to help beginners get their deadlift stance and grip right.
December 30
Upper-Back Workout: 5 Training Methods
A strong upper back is required if you want an impressive physique. Make your next back workout even more effective with these methods.
December 27
Sculpture or Fridge: How Do You Want to Look?
Is the targeted or the economy training method best for you? It depends on your goals and your body structure. Here's what you need to know.
December 11
New Landmine Exercises for New Gains
Landmine exercises grow muscle, build strength, boost conditioning, and help you work around injuries. Check out these training methods.
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.
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.
November 14
The Barbell Row That Builds Everything
Strength, power, hypertrophy. Get all three with this ridiculously effective barbell row variation. And no, it's not cheating.