Tip: An Illogical Approach to Explosive Lifts
Always train neurologically demanding lifts first in a workout, right? Well, not always. Here's why.
November 30
Tip: Two-Bench Hip Thrust + Leg Curl
Build your glutes and hamstrings with just your bodyweight. Try this.
Tip: The Smart Way to Lift Twice a Day
No, you won't overtrain... if you do it right. And the gains are awesome.
November 29
Tip: Neural Fatigue, T Nation Boot Camp
Is your nervous system too burned out to train productively? Coach Thibaudeau discusses this topic during one of our boot camps.
Tip: Fatigue Loading vs. Performance Loading, T Nation Boot Camp
When should you add more weight? When should you add more sets? Coach Thibaudeau talks about these topics and more.
Tip: The Beast Challenge
Warning: This workout challenge is for advanced lifters only.
November 28
Tip: Work Capacity & Nervous System Efficiency, T Nation Boot Camp
Coach Thibaudeau discusses MMA fighters, nervous system recovery, active rest, and more.
Tip: Cortisol Control for the Natural Bodybuilder
Out of control cortisol can make building muscle harder and lead to muscle atrophy when dieting. Here's how to keep it in check.
November 27
Tip: The Truth About Pulldowns
Two studies tell us the truth about grip width and whether pulling to the chest or the neck works better.
November 26
Tip: The Truth About Natural Flavors
There's a halo of health around them, but are natural flavors any better than artificial flavors? You may be surprised.
November 25
Tip: Training on the Nerve, T Nation Boot Camp
After a boot camp workout, Coach Thibaudeau fields questions about external motivation and over-stimulating the nervous system.
Tip: The Hidden Benefit of CrossFit
Are people who do group fitness classes happier than solo lifters? Here's what science says.
November 24
Tip: The 4 Components to Recovery, T Nation Boot Camp
Coach Thibaudeau discusses the four types of recovery after one our boot camp workouts.
Tip: Should You Auto-Regulate Your Training?
What's best, sticking to your program no matter what, or mixing it up based on how you feel that day? Here's what science says.
Tip: Eat Your Whole Grains, Paleo People!
It turns out that whole grains are hugely anti-inflammatory. Here's the science.
November 23
Tip: Progression Methods, T Nation Boot Camp
After one of our boot camp workouts, Coach Thibaudeau talked about several ways to progress in training.
Tip: Protein Intake for Natural and Not-So-Natural Lifters
How much protein should you eat? It depends on a few factors. Check out the guidelines here.
November 21
Tip: Corrective Complex, Quads and Hip Flexors
Sequence these drills in this order before your next leg day and you'll have a better workout.
November 20
Tip: Corrective Complex, Back
A corrective complex is where you find a restricted muscle, roll it, mobilize it, and then activate its antagonist. Here's one for your tight back.
November 19
Tip: The Best Exercise for Hip Mobility & Strength
Your hips are designed to be mobile and powerful. So train them that way. Here's how.