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Bodybuilders are pump chasers. A muscle pump is the feeling of swelling and tightness you get during an exercise. It might also improve your vascularity and…
Physique aesthetics depend on multiple factors, including nutrition, exercise, and recovery. Many believe they can achieve a superhero physique by relying solely on training hard in…
While spontaneous gym sessions can help improve your fitness and health, adopting a strategic training plan is substantially more beneficial. According to a 2019 randomized controlled…
Consistency is arguably the most important principle for strength and hypertrophy gains. Provided you train consistently, even poorly planned workouts will produce results. Of course, your…
I’ve been a personal trainer for over three decades. As a result, I’ve tried just about every muscle and strength-building workout method you can think of.…
Nonlinear periodization changes training volume, intensity, or exercise emphasis more frequently than a traditional linear plan. Daily undulating periodization (DUP) is one form of nonlinear periodization…
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of ways to organize your workouts. From simple full-body training plans to complicated split routines, each one is designed to…
Do you want to look more muscular for a bodybuilding show, photoshoot, or a trip to the beach? We show you how! Although I’ve always loved…
Training is only half of the muscle-building equation; your diet matters, too. The food you eat provides your body with the energy and nutrients it needs…
Take your sets beyond failure to build more size and strength. It’s often said (by me, at least!) that easy workouts don’t build muscle and strength.…
Building muscle and strength are time-consuming and energy-sapping processes. Simply put, your body is very resistant to change, and it needs to be cajoled and even…
Strength training, bodybuilding, and powerlifting are often seen as activities best suited to people in their 20s and 30s. And, let’s be frank, things like the…
With over 70% of the American population overweight or obese (1), a fast metabolism is often considered an enviable trait. People with a fast metabolism burn…
Alcohol is part of many people’s life. From the occasional celebratory drink to regular weekend-long benders, a large percentage of the population enjoys consuming alcohol. Of…
Has this happened to you? You stand in front of a mirror, turn to your side, grab your belly bulge between your hands, and wonder how…
Let’s be honest; prominent veins on a muscular physique look badass. Vascularity is considered a symbol of leanness, muscle mass, strength, dedication, hard work, and, as…
Hypertrophy training programs are typically built around a range of variables. These include training frequency and split, exercise selection, rep range, number of sets per exercise…
If someone ever invents motivation in supplement form, they’ll become a millionaire billionaire overnight. Motivation is what drives us, and it’s often in short supply. When…
Building muscle takes time, energy, and dedication, and your diet must be on point, too. Even then, unless you are very genetically blessed, increasing muscle size…
