Tip: How Going to the Gym Can Make You Fatter
If you know you're going to hit the gym tomorrow, it often affects what and how much you eat today. Here's the science.
December 7
Tip: Crappy Genetics? Deadlift Like This
Suck at deadlifting? If it's a leverage or arm-length issue, here's a tip that'll help you yank big numbers off the floor anyway.
Tip: The Best Calf Exercise Just Got Practical
It's the best hypertrophy exercise for calves, but you've probably never used it because it's, well, awkward. Well, not anymore.
December 6
Tip: Why Do You REALLY Lift?
To be in it for the long haul, you need to come up with something deeper than just getting bigger or stronger. Here's what to do.
Tip: Flip the Protein Synthesis Switch
Control mTOR and you control the switch that turns on muscle protein synthesis in response to lifting. Here's a supplement that does it.
December 4
Tip: The Recovery Intrusive Deadlift
Yes, do deadlifts. But program them wisely or you'll crash and burn. Here's why and what to do about it.
December 3
Tip: The 1-Plate Deficit Deadlift
This is probably the most productive change you can make with your deadlift training. Here's why.
December 2
Tip: Grow Your Quads by 12 Percent in 2 Weeks
A new study shows how you can use ordinary elastic knee wraps to build your legs like never before.
Tip: A True Negative Calorie Snack?
These two high-calorie foods, eaten together, actually end up making you lose fat, in addition to improving your blood chemistry.
December 1
Tip: The 3-in-1 Supplement
Whether you want to calm down, increase your endurance, or lift more weight for more reps, this is the stuff to do it.
November 30
Tip: The Best Single-Leg Exercise for Mass
Unilateral training isn't just for athletes. Here's a one-legged movement that also builds tons of muscle.
November 29
Tip: The Vitamin You've Got To Take... Seriously.
If you're not taking it, this is your wake-up call.
November 27
Tip: The Bodyweight Leg Destroyer
Ramp up your low-body training with this athletic move.
November 26
Tip: The Missing Pull-Up Variation
Most smart lifters do some variation of the pull-up or chin-up, but not many have tried this one. Take a look.
Tip: Sleep Hard, Play Harder
Get faster and display more power by getting the right amount of sleep. Here's the science.
November 25
Tip: Potatoes Are Paleo
You don't have to give up tubers to try a paleo-style diet. They are paleo... and they won't make you fat anyway. Here's the science.
November 24
Tip: Everyone Should Do This Type of HIIT
Just 17 minutes of cardio can work as well as 50 (plus provide an extra bonus) as long as you do it this particular way.
Tip: The Vitamin That Treats Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Some people may need drugs for anxiety, but others just have a simple vitamin or mineral deficiency. Here's the science.
November 23
Tip: The One Mobility Move You Need to Master
Build strength and flexibility throughout the back and posterior chain with this exercise.
November 22
Tip: The Most Neglected Body Part in the Gym
The neck exercise every strong guy needs.