October 11
Tip: 4 Ways to Increase Grip Strength
The harder you can hang on and squeeze, the stronger you can get. Try these drills.
The 15 Strength Training Principles
Individuality in training is essential. But there are some principles that EVERYONE who enters the gym should follow. Here they are.
October 10
The Badass Deadlift Program
Here's a devastatingly effective (and even fun) deadlift program that makes you want to run to the gym to try it out.
October 4
Tip: Spot the Squat Like a Pro
The do's and don'ts of proper spotting.
October 2
Tip: How to REALLY Spot the Bench Press
Spot like a pro. Here's exactly how to do it.
September 29
Tip: 13 Minutes Is All You Need?
A new study suggests 1 set is as good as 3 or 5 when it comes to building strength. What should we make of this?
September 23
Tip: 4 Simple Ways to Build a Stronger Grip
Strengthen your grip and boost your deadlift, pull-up, row, and more. Here's how.
September 22
Tip: Sumo Romanian Deadlift (RDL)
If you want to sumo-deadlift scary amounts of weight, then add the sumo RDL into your training plan.
September 20
Tip: The Right Overhead Press for You
Not everyone is ready for the barbell. Are you? Find out here and double check your form.
September 19
The Isolation Exercise Checklist
Just doing the big basic exercises leaves lots of gaps in your development. Here's how to target those muscles that the basics don't touch.
September 18
Tip: The Best Hip Hinge
This fundamental movement pattern is, well, fundamental. But try this before you jump into deadlifting.
September 16
Tip: The Truth About Inflammation and Healing
Most of what we do today to heal minor injuries and relieve soreness is actually delaying healing and maybe even muscle growth. Info here.
Tip: Science Reveals the Best Workout Split
Finally, a study that compares split routines with whole-body routines to show which one leads to more muscle.
September 15
Tip: A Different Way to Bench Press
Save your joints and recover faster with this bench press variation.
September 13
The Best Rep Scheme for Greater Gains
Not getting any stronger? Not getting any bigger? Use this method to get your gains going again.
September 6
6 Mandatory Movements, Personalized for You
Many exercises are known for getting people jacked and strong, but they might not be the best for YOU. Here's how to tell.
September 5
How to Keep Making Gains
The idea of muscle confusion is stupid, but strategic variation is different. Here's how to use it to keep the strength and muscle gains coming.
Tip: 20 Reps in 20 Minutes
Get strong using this classic, highly efficient training method.
August 30
Tip: The Fastest Strength Workout
Short on time? Get stronger anyway. Here's how to do it in 21 minutes.