October 23
The 6 Core Principles of Lifting Success
Get better results in the gym by coming up with a set of principles that guide your training. Or just follow these proven ideas.
TUT vs. Effective Reps Theory
What builds more muscle? Time under tension or training to failure or close to it? Here's what you need to know.
October 19
Build Your Upper Glutes Like This
You need well-rounded training to build well-rounded glutes. Here's how to make the hip abduction machine work even better.
October 17
Volume-Based Hypertrophy Training
What's the best way to build muscle? Effort, load, or volume-based training? Here's what you need to know.
October 16
The Triple-Threat Workout Program
Build strength, athleticism, and muscle at the same time. It's possible with the right training plan. Here's how to do it.
Training Frequency: Hypertrophy vs. Performance
How often should you hit the same muscle or lift? It depends on your primary goal. Here's what you need to know.
October 12
The Home Gym Workout for Bigger Biceps
You don't need a gym membership to grow your arms. Here's the at-home plan for big, impressive biceps.
October 10
Effort-Based Hypertrophy Training
What's the best way to train for size gains? Effort, load, or volume-based training? Here's what you need to know.
October 5
Scrawny No More!
On the skinny side? Have a hard time building muscle? Here are three things to help you finally pack on some muscle mass.
October 3
Build Abs: Master the Hanging Leg Raise
Nail the lower abs, improve shoulder health, and build grip strength. All you need is the hanging leg raise. Here's the right way to do it.
September 28
High Volume or Intensity: What Builds More Muscle?
Training forces you to evolve as a lifter. What works best for you should evolve as well. Here's why.
September 26
The Absolute Best Way to Do Hamstring Curls
What's better, the lying or seated hamstring curl? And how can you perform each to get the most gains? Answers here.
September 18
Does the Deadlift Build Size?
Want bigger hams and glutes? Rethink the conventional deadlift. Here's why.
September 14
Better than the Barbell Row
The chest-support row builds your back like nothing else, and it's safer than the barbell row. Check out these advanced variations.
September 11
Strength Training Over 30: The Truth
In your 30s? You're still young. But if you want to be a healthy lifter in your 40s and beyond, it's time to change a few things.
Body Comp: Is Your Mind Playing Tricks on You?
Did you wake up today looking worse than yesterday? Don't buy it! Here's what to do instead.
September 5
Reps in Reserve: Autoregulation for New Gains
Three lifts in a row. Minimized rest. Add this unique tri-set and autoregulation method to your training to accelerate muscle growth.
August 31
5 Exercises for Hard-to-Build Biceps
If your favorite biceps exercises stop working, add a few of these challenging moves into your program.
August 29
Level-Up Your Lunges for New Gains
The standard lunge is alright. But if that's all you do, your legs and glutes are missing out. Add a couple of these variations to your plan.