Tip: Try This Gut-Punch of an Ab Exercise
This ab exercise will make you feel like you just got a fist in your breadbasket, but it'll really build your abs.
December 29
Tip: Build Your Rep Strength, Build More Muscle
Chances are, if muscle growth has stopped it's because you adopted too many fancy techniques instead of just getting stronger. Here's what to do.
The Very Best Upper-Body Exercise
Nail your lats, chest, triceps, delts, and abs with one exercise. Here are 8 new and improved ways to do it.
Tip: Does Foam Rolling Have to Hurt?
Turns out, more pain doesn't equal more gain. Here's the latest science.
December 28
Tip: The Cure for Ugly Overhead Presses
Balance your shoulders and learn to brace to dominate the barbell press. Here's exactly how to do it.
December 25
Tip: Is Cryotherapy Actually Effective?
When it comes to muscle recovery, does freezing your glutes off actually work? Here's what two studies discovered.
December 24
Tip: Age Makes No Difference in Recovery Rates
Science shows that recovery rates stay fairly consistent in the young and old(er). Take a look.
Tip: Why Men and Women Can't Train Together
Okay, you can lift weights together. But there are some differences you need to know, especially when it comes to rest periods.
December 23
Tip: Is Variety More Important Than Intensity?
Doing lots of different exercises is more important than changing up sets and reps according to new research. Take a look.
December 21
Tip: Play the Long Game
The smart lifter's approach to training and nutrition programs.
December 20
5 Reasons You've Stopped Building Muscle
Has your muscle growth slowed down or come to a complete standstill? Here's how to get growing again.
December 19
Tip: The Athlete's Back Exercise
This row variation is a great back-builder, it's easy on the lower back, and it's highly functional for athletes. Check it out.
Tip: Train Your Deep Glutes
The maximus gets all the attention, but don't forget the gluteus minimus and medius. Here's what to do.
December 18
Tip: A Very Different Way to Deadlift
This combo exercise is a real ball-buster. In a fun way. Check it out.
Tip: The New Cardio – Steady State Lifting
Bored of steady state cardio? Tired of HIIT? Try steady state weight lifting to lose fat. Here's how to do it.
December 17
Tip: The PPL Training Split
If your goal is hypertrophy, this is one of the smartest splits to follow. Here's why and how to set it up.
December 15
Tip: The 10 x 1 Workout Program
A new way to get stronger and master a lift.
The Truth About Belts, Lifting Shoes, and Straps
Do you use straps, Olympic lifting shoes, or a belt? Should you be using them? Here's how to know.
December 14
The Olympic Lifts Are Overrated
Are you doing Olympic lifts to get bigger, stronger, and more explosive? You're probably wasting your time. Here's why.
Tip: Pros and Cons of CrossFit-Style Training
Does it push you to train harder, or does it end up being a competition that hurts you in the long run?