December 21
Lift Like a Monster, Look Like a Hero
Get stronger, build muscle, and increase performance, all with one challenging program. Check it out.
December 11
Tip: End Every Workout With Your Worst Lift
Pick one lift and do 3-4 sets at 80% of your max at the end of every training session. Here's why.
December 10
Shut Up and Get Strong
Want to lose fat? Get strong. Want to build muscle? Get strong. Want to be a better athlete? Get strong. Here's why and how to do it.
December 8
3 Ways to Build Old School Strength
The lifting greats knew how to get strong long before drugs and long before science came along to prove their methods. Here are their best secrets.
December 7
The 5 Most Common Deadlift Mistakes
Are you making one of these all-too-common technique mistakes? Check out these straightforward tips.
November 30
Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting Deadlift
The deadlift is used by both powerlifters and bodybuilders, but there are 8 important differences. Here are the answers to all your questions.
November 17
5 Ways You're Screwing Up Your Squat
You've been taught wrong. Disregard the stupid cues, follow this practical advice, and squat like a boss. Here's how.
November 2
4 Reasons You Suck at Building Mass
If you're small and weak, this is either going hurt your feelings or help you get bigger and stronger. Your choice. Check it out.
October 29
Exercise Variety Is Making You Weak
The idea of muscle confusion is largely misunderstood. You really don't need to keep the body guessing. Here's why, plus a better way to get strong.
October 14
Strength Training for Women
Women can often get away with sloppy technique, but should strive for perfection anyway.
October 12
How to Build Your Own Training Program
Train on your own terms! You should know how to write your own training programs without depending on anyone else. Here's how to do it.
October 6
The Complete Guide to Barbell Squats
To be strong, you have to squat. But which barbell variation is best for you? Low bar, high bar, front, overhead? Find out here.
October 2
What You Don't Know About BOSU Balls
Newbies and bad personal trainers love them. Experienced lifters and most coaches hate them. Here are the actual facts.
September 25
6 Grip Tips to Build More Muscle
Stimulate more muscle growth just by changing your grip on these exercises you already do. Here's how.
September 17
Strength Training Tricks: What Works?
There are tricks and cues that supposedly increase strength in the squat, bench, and deadlift. Some work, some don't. Here's the truth.
September 11
The Secret to a Bigger Bench Press
Advanced lifters know that leg drive is key for hitting a new PR on the bench. Here are 5 tips to maximize it.
September 4
The Smart Lifter's Guide to Rest Periods
Only rank newbies follow strict rest period rules. Experienced lifters learn to use internal cues for best results. Here's why.
August 28
Flexible Training For Faster Gains
Advanced lifters don't just follow training programs blindly. They know when to push and when to back off. Here's how to become one of them.
August 25
4 Crazy Ways to Squat More Weight
These brutal squat progressions will help you set a new PR fast. Just make sure your spleen doesn't pop out and fly across the room. Check 'em out.