November 4
15 New Ways to Overhead Press
The overhead press is a staple exercise, but you don't have to use a barbell, especially if it hurts. Try these highly effective options.
August 16
7 No-Barbell Strength Tests You Need To Pass
A one-rep max on the bench press only measures a fraction of your real strength. Can you pass this more complete list of tests?
June 28
The 7 Most Important Lifts
Quick, name the seven most effective exercises. Got it? Now see if your list matches ours.
June 1
Tip: Do This Before a Squat PR Attempt
These three quick primer exercises will prepare your body for a record-breaking squat.
May 30
Question of Strength 56
Unstick your bench press, see how trap bar deadlifts compare to conventional deads, and get the facts on fat burners. It's all here.
May 29
Tip: You're Still an Ego Lifter
Newbies do it, and it can even sneak into an experienced lifter's workouts. Here's what to watch out for.
May 23
Tip: The Strength Test Real Lifters Can Pass
Are you strong? Like, really strong in a real-world kinda way? Take this test and find out.
May 21
Tip: 200 Pound Man, 100 Pound Dumbbell
Can you pass this strength test? All you'll need is a dumbbell that's 50 percent of your bodyweight.
May 17
Real Men Train Their Glutes
Want a stronger, more powerful body? You need a strong butt. Glute-specific training isn't just for the girls. Here's your man-plan.
May 14
Stop Squatting and Deadlifting So Damn Much
Sure, the big 3 lifts are great, but experienced lifters need to stop chasing numbers for a while and fix their weak links. Here's why and how to do it.
May 13
Tip: The Strength Athlete's Mistake
This common error makes it harder to set squat and deadlift PR's, and it may even leave you injured.
May 12
Tip: Simple Power Training for Muscle
More power equals more muscle and more athleticism. Here's an easy way to toss in some power-building movements before your workout.
May 10
Tip: 3 Reasons Trap Bar Deadlifts Are King
For non-powerlifters, trap bar deads beat the pants off the barbell variation. Here's why.
May 9
Tip: The Truth About the Bad Girl Machine
Can strength athletes actually benefit from the adductor and abductor machine? Here's what you need to know.
May 2
Why You're Wrong About Machine Training
Stop feeling all superior because you avoid machines. A combo of free weights and machines is best. Here's why.
April 29
Stop Doing That, Start Doing This!
Want to make faster progress? There's something you need to cut out, and something you need to add in.
April 17
Tip: The 30-Second Weakness Finder
Find your weaknesses in half a minute with this full-body scan. Then, of course, fix them! Here's how.
April 8
The 5 Best Machines for Strength Athletes
Certain machines can strengthen, rehabilitate, and even grow muscle far better than barbells. Here they are.
April 1
Tip: The Only Three Lifts
If you were limited to just one bodyweight exercise, one kettlebell exercise, and one dumbbell movement, what would they be? Try these.