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The Science Behind Muscle Pumps: Why Your Muscles Feel Swollen During a Workout

Bodybuilders are pump chasers. A muscle pump is the feeling of swelling…

How Much Calorie Deficit is Too Much? Find Your Safe Limit

A calorie deficit is considered too much if it consistently exceeds 500-1,000…

Average Body Fat Percentage: What Numbers Tell Us About Health

The average body fat percentage varies by age and gender. For those…

How to Lose Upper Body Fat

Losing fat can be a slow and frustrating process. No matter the…

How to Lose 30 Pounds In 3 Months: A Step-By-Step Guide

I've been helping people lose weight and get lean for over three…

Hot or Cold Shower After Your Workout: Physical Therapist Reveals The Best Choice

As a strength & conditioning coach in NCAA Division One Athletics and…

Turkey vs. Chicken: Uncovering the Healthier Choice

Whether you want to build muscle or burn fat, consuming enough protein…

Daily Undulating Periodization: Does it Work for Hypertrophy?

There are lots of ways to organize your training for hypertrophy or…

How to Lose Weight Without Exercise

Most fitness experts consider exercise essential for weight loss and recommend frequent…

The Ultimate Guide to Male Body Types (Ectomorphs, Mesomorphs, and Endomorphs)

If you’re a guy who works out, you probably have an ideal…

Four Cost-Effective DIY Ice Bath Ideas

Not long ago, jumping into an ice bath after a workout was…

Lifting Weights To Relieve Depression & The Science Behind It

Depression is a common and serious mental illness that affects many people…

How to Lose 10 Pounds in a Week – Four Proven Strategies

It’s generally best to lose weight slowly and steadily. Most experts agree…

How To Lose 15 Pounds in a Month: The Ultimate Guide to Transform Your Body and Boost Your Confidence

Everyone experiences undesired weight gain at some point in their life. Some…

How Long Does Alcohol Stop Fat Burning?

Drinking alcohol is a popular pastime. A lot of people like to…

Does Alcohol Affect Muscle Growth?

Alcohol is part of many people's life. From the occasional celebratory drink…

The Best Time to Work Out for Muscle Growth

Building muscle takes time, energy, and dedication, and your diet must be…

Fat vs. Muscle Weight: How to Tell the Difference

Many exercisers judge their progress by their body weight. Religiously they hop…

Progressive Overload: The Science Behind Maximizing Muscle Growth

If you have been in the iron game for a while, "progressive…