November 29
Tip: Fatigue Loading vs. Performance Loading, T Nation Boot Camp
When should you add more weight? When should you add more sets? Coach Thibaudeau talks about these topics and more.
Tip: Simple Macros for Muscle Building
No need to overcomplicate things. Lift hard and follow these easy guidelines.
The Ultimate Program for Body Comp Improvement
Tired of looking pretty much the same year after year? If you're ready to make radical changes in your body composition, start here.
November 28
Tip: Work Capacity & Nervous System Efficiency, T Nation Boot Camp
Coach Thibaudeau discusses MMA fighters, nervous system recovery, active rest, and more.
Tip: The Missing Element of Muscle Gains
Go heavy or go home, right? Well, there's something else you need to do before you go home if you want to build muscle.
November 27
Tip: The Right Number of Calories for Clean Gains
To build muscle at an optimal rate, you need to consume extra calories. But how many? Here's an easy formula to use.
Tip: The Truth About Pulldowns
Two studies tell us the truth about grip width and whether pulling to the chest or the neck works better.
November 26
Tip: Are You Strong Enough to Build Muscle?
Whether you're a newbie or an advanced bodybuilder, here's why you need to reinforce your strength base.
November 25
Tip: Training on the Nerve, T Nation Boot Camp
After a boot camp workout, Coach Thibaudeau fields questions about external motivation and over-stimulating the nervous system.
Tip: German Volume Training Fizzles Out
A new study shows that GVT, 10 sets of 10, doesn't work as well as another set/rep scheme.
November 24
Tip: The 4 Components to Recovery, T Nation Boot Camp
Coach Thibaudeau discusses the four types of recovery after one our boot camp workouts.
Tip: Should You Auto-Regulate Your Training?
What's best, sticking to your program no matter what, or mixing it up based on how you feel that day? Here's what science says.
The Best Muscle-Building Breakfast
People who want to build muscle and lose fat don't skip breakfast. But what are the best foods to eat? Here's what the experts suggest.
November 23
Tip: Progression Methods, T Nation Boot Camp
After one of our boot camp workouts, Coach Thibaudeau talked about several ways to progress in training.
Tip: How Much Muscle Can I Build in a Month?
It depends on how long you've been lifting and a few other things. Here's the breakdown of what you can expect.
Tip: Protein Intake for Natural and Not-So-Natural Lifters
How much protein should you eat? It depends on a few factors. Check out the guidelines here.
November 22
Tip: Inverted Rows – Drop Sets
Nail your upper back by taking the inverted row to the next level.
November 21
A Fatal Mistake in Size Training
Most training programs focus on adding weight to the bar, but the best way to add muscle is to focus on volume. Here why and how to do it.
Tip: Natural Lifters and Protein Synthesis
Want more muscle? Trigger protein synthesis often. Here's how.