September 18
Tip: Feel Pain, Reach Goals
Pain tolerance is a requirement for mental and physical strength. Welcome it. Here's the deal.
September 17
Tip: Don't Forget Your Micros
Sure, the macros – protein, carbohydrate and fat – are important, but bodybuilders shouldn't overlook micronutrients. Here's why.
Tip: How to Improve Squat Mobility & Stability
One exercise will help with both. The results? A bigger, better squat. Check it out.
September 16
Tip: Stop Warming Up Like a Scrawny Jogger
For weight training workouts, warm-up with movement and address restrictions later. Here's how it's done.
September 15
Tip: Fix Your Push-Up Form, Save Your Face
Here's the simplest way to hone in on the ideal push-up mechanics.
September 14
Tip: The Right & Wrong Way to Do Weighted Push-Ups
Loaded push-ups with plates or bands are awesome... if you get the resistance in the right place. Here's what you need to know.
Tip: Drop-Blocks for Maximum Growth
If your main goal is hypertrophy, this new progression model will help you build slabs of muscle. Take a look.
September 13
Tip: Build Biceps & Abs With the Inverted Curl
Target two muscles groups with just one super-effective exercise. Here's how.
September 12
Tip: Do Blitz Cycles for Abs
Here's how to program your ab workouts for better results.
September 11
Tip: Treat Lower Back Pain the Smart Way
Ever roll around on a lacrosse ball or two tennis balls taped together? That might be hurting more than helping. Here's a better way.
September 10
Tip: Let Go of Control and Grow
Here's one of the big “secrets” of success in the gym. Most people won't want to hear it. That's why most people are weak.
Tip: Don't Just Get Tired. Get Better.
This is one of the most important lessons you can learn when it comes to choosing a workout plan or a coach. Check it out.
September 9
Tip: Forget the IT Band
Foam rolling the IT band is popular, but it's not doing what you think it's doing. Here's what's really going on, plus a better method.
September 8
Tip: Choose The Right Weight
Most lifters trying to build muscle are either going too light or too heavy. Here's how to find your sweet spot for hypertrophy.
September 7
Tip: Stop Sitting on a Ball
This popular form of self-therapy isn't a good fix, and it can make things worse. Here's why, plus a better way to soothe your butt-hurt.
September 6
Tip: Know How Often to Train
How often should you hit it hard in the gym? That depends on a few things. Here's what you need to keep in mind.
Tip: You're Doing Lateral Raises Wrong
It's a common form mistake and an easy fix. Here's how to do it right for better results.
September 5
Tip: Burn Until You're Big
Good news: This hypertrophy training technique works fast. Bad news: It feels like your muscles are on fire. Try it if you dare.
September 4
Tip: The Worst Way to Stretch Your Chest
Most people really mess up this common pec stretch. Here's why you should avoid it and what you should replace it with.