Category Archive for "General Training"
“BEAR MODE” VS. LEAN: WHICH PHYSIQUE IS BETTER?
Should you go “bear mode” or focus on a leaner more “aesthetic” build? In this article we’ll go over the pros and cons of each physique type so you can decide for yourself which one is best. Pros And Cons…
TRAINING EACH MUSCLE ONCE PER WEEK (EFFECTIVE OR WASTE OF TIME?)
Is training each muscle once per week a viable bodybuilding strategy, or is it a waste of time? In this article, you’ll learn the truth about training frequency and hypertrophy. Run a search for information related to optimal training frequency…
HOW TO TRACK PROGRESS DURING A CUTTING PHASE
What’s the proper way to track progress while cutting? In this article we’ll go over everything you need to know on the subject to maximize your fat burning results. In a previous post we discussed how to track progress while bulking….
HOW TO TRACK PROGRESS DURING A BULKING PHASE
What’s the best way you can track progress while bulking? In this article you’ll learn exactly how to monitor your progress step by step to maximize your muscle building results. Some lifters – especially those blessed with above average genetics…
NOT GAINING STRENGTH IN THE GYM? (12 SIMPLE FIXES)
Are you struggling to gain strength in the gym? In this article I outline 12 simple but effective tips to help you speed up your strength gains. Gaining strength is a fundamental aspect of building muscle. On the training side…
7 BODYBUILDING INJURY PREVENTION TIPS EVERY LIFTER SHOULD FOLLOW
Injuries are one of the biggest setbacks when it comes to building muscle over the long term. In this article, we’re going over 7 key injury prevention tips every lifter should know. When you go to the gym with the…
ARE FORCED REPS EFFECTIVE FOR BUILDING MUSCLE?
A reader recently sent in a question on a topic I haven’t yet covered in a blog post… “What do you think about the use of forced reps? Are forced reps effective for squeezing out some extra muscle size and…
7 WAYS TO REDUCE WATER RETENTION FOR BETTER MUSCLE DEFINITION
Water is critical for every aspect of life. After all, your body is almost two-thirds water. But for those wanting to carve out a lean, defined and muscular body, too much water can sometimes be a bad thing. I’m talking…
CAN YOU BUILD MUSCLE WITH ONLY 2 WORKOUTS PER WEEK?
Some like the bro split. Others like push-pull-legs. But, what about 2 workouts per week to build muscle? When it comes to training for increased muscle size and strength, 3-4 weight training workouts per week is the usual standard for…
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO LOSE MUSCLE AFTER A GYM LAYOFF?
It’s inevitable for every lifter out there – at some point, you’re going to have to take time away from the gym. Whether it’s due to a hectic period at school or work, a family issue of some kind, or…
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