February 6
Program Design 101
Sets, reps, time under tension, rest periods, and everything you need to know to DIY the right plan for you.
January 9
Precision Pulling
The 9 keys to pulling bigger, badder deadlifts.
December 26
Pendulum Training
Non-Linear Periodization for Maximum Gains
December 19
Different Destinations, Different Journeys
Get Functional, Get Structural, Get Started!
November 21
Bustin' Ass 101
If you think you're way beyond this basic advice, think again. Warning: Not for snowflakes.
October 24
Superman Sets
How to build power and functional hypertrophy with timed sets
Big Boy Basics
The most overlooked or misunderstood principles when it comes to creating an effective exercise program. Check out this list.
October 3
Part-Time Beast
Big Time Gains for the Part-Time Lifter
September 26
Cracking the Rotator Cuff Conundrum
Everything you need to know about your rotator cuff (and more.) Here’s how to keep it healthy and strong.
August 22
The MacGyver Workout
The MacGyver TV show was about a guy who made complicated machines or devices out of ordinary things. For instance, he could take down a helicopter with a fan, a dough-scraper, and some duct tape. Similarly, he could use a light bulb to make a set of lock picks.
July 18
Super Beast
Modern methods of strength development
June 27
The Eight Keys - Part 4
Interested in strength? Here's a training program, some training wisdom, and a little life advice from an iron icon.
June 13
The Eight Keys - Part 2
In this segment, Tate covers the strength portion of the Westside program.
Game Plan
How Often Should I Work Out?
June 6
The Eight Keys - Part 1
In this first part of this series, Tate discusses coaching, teamwork, and conditioning.
May 23
Rapid Fire
This article will be somewhat different than those I usually write. Instead of taking on one subject and detailing it thoroughly, I'm going to talk about several training tips, exercises, or methods that I find effective.
April 18
Optimized Volume Training
High volume training for muscle growth that will also get you stronger. Sounds good? Get the full program here.
March 28
Exercises You've Never Tried 7
Weight training is like sex. It can get boring if you always do it the same way. Here’s how to spice up your workout.
February 28
The Heavyweight Lifting Match
Romanian deadlifts and stiff-legged deadlifts. There is a difference. Which one is right for you? Check out this info.