Category Archive for "General Training"

how long to rest between sets

HOW LONG TO REST BETWEEN SETS TO BUILD MUSCLE & GAIN STRENGTH

Once you’ve mapped out all of the exercises you’ll be performing in your workouts and have put them in the proper order, the next question to answer is how long to rest between sets for the best results. You’ll hear…

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working out while sick

WORKING OUT WHILE SICK: SHOULD YOU TRAIN OR REST?

Having just spent over a week battling a nasty cold followed immediately by a rough two-day bout with food poisoning, I figured now was an appropriate time to write this blog post. What is the best approach to take when it comes to…

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muscle building secrets

THE “SECRET CODE” TO BUILDING MUSCLE

Amidst the endless mounds of advice you’ll find contained in the millions of bodybuilding articles and videos circulating online, today I’m going to share with you the real “secret code” when it comes to packing on muscle… It involves two…

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clean bulk

HOW TO “CLEAN BULK” WITHOUT GAINING FAT (2 SIMPLE STEPS)

If you’re trying to add a significant amount of muscle to your body, it’s important to understand that a certain increase in body fat will always come along with it. Building muscle requires an ongoing calorie surplus, and it’s just not possible to…

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marijuana and bodybuilding

MARIJUANA AND BODYBUILDING: DOES WEED AFFECT MUSCLE GROWTH?

“Does smoking weed affect muscle growth and fat loss?” Most people are generally okay with the idea that moderate alcohol consumption from time to time is no big deal when it comes to their fitness plan… but does the same hold…

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skinny fat body

THE “SKINNY FAT” BODY TYPE: SHOULD YOU BULK OR CUT FIRST?

For guys who are starting out with the classic “skinny fat” body type and who want to achieve a lean and muscular physique, knowing where to begin can be a big challenge. Should a skinny fat guy start with a bulk or cut?…

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masturbation and bodybuilding

MASTURBATION AND BODYBUILDING: DOES “FAPPING” = LESS GAINS?

“Does masturbation affect muscle growth?” After having received this question on a near weekly basis over the past 10 years of publishing online fitness content (often accompanied by unwanted intimate details of the individual’s personal masturbation schedule) I figured it…

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cables vs. free weights

CABLES VS. FREE WEIGHTS: 7 EXERCISES WHERE CABLES ARE SUPERIOR

All right, guys, it’s showdown time. Cables vs. free weights…which one is better for building muscle? While it’s true that basic barbells and dumbbells should form the cornerstone of your overall training plan for their high degree of muscle building…

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bodybuilding q&a part 6

BODYBUILDING AND FAT LOSS Q&A WITH SEAN NALEWANYJ: PART 6

Welcome back to my Bodybuilding And Fat Loss Q&A series where I’ll be covering 5 more commonly asked questions with straight to the point, no B.S answers that you can take and apply to your program. We’re now onto part…

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BODYBUILDING AND FAT LOSS Q&A WITH SEAN NALEWANYJ: PART 5

Alright guys, I’m back again with Part 5 of my no nonsense, straight-to-the-point Bodybuilding And Fat Loss Q&A with some more important tips to hand you related to proper training, nutrition and supplementation. If you missed any of the previous…

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