August 7
Tip: The Rest-Pause Bench Press
Do as many good reps as you can in the 4-6 rep range. Your goal will then be to double that number of reps. To do that you take short rest periods (15 seconds).
August 6
Hot Debate: Which Squat is Best?
Everyone's got an opinion on squats. And now that partials are in the spotlight thanks to Lebron James, there's more confusion. Let's clear it up.
August 3
Tip: Cluster Training for New Muscle Growth
Using intra-set rest periods to build muscle and strength. Bonus: This training method will keep your form in check. Here's how.
August 2
Tip: Deficit Trap Bar Deadlift
Build your quads and improve your standard deadlift with this variation.
August 1
Tip: Trap Bar Deadlift 1.5's
Murder your legs with this variation. Do 1-2 sets of 8-10 reps at the end of leg day.
July 31
Tip: Close-Stance Trap Bar Deadlift
Turn this lift into a quad builder with a closer stance. Keep the hips down and chest up to keep the stress on the legs and off the back.
July 30
Tip: Swear for More Strength and Power
New research shows that cussing can boost anaerobic power and grip strength. Here's the science.
July 23
Tip: 6 Suspension Strap Moves for Serious Lifters
Think those TRX-style gadgets are just for newbies? Think again. Try these challenging exercises.
July 21
Tip: Bulgarian Split Squats
If you can't do your bodyweight for 6-8 reps, then it's time to bring up your single-leg strength.
July 20
Tip: Simple vs. Systems vs. Science
Let's take a closer look at training science, bro-science, and the gurus who claim to know it all.
The End of 3x10
Still doing three sets of ten on everything? There are better ways. Here's how to use varied sets for fast size gains or massive strength gains.
July 19
Tip: The Bodyweight Squat Test
There are a lot of strength tests out there, many unrealistic. But here's one that you and everyone else should be able to pass.
July 18
Tip: The Overhead Press Test
Can you pass it? Here are the rules.
July 17
Tip: Squat Like a CAT
Use this training method to perfect your technique and build explosiveness out of the hole.
July 15
Tip: The Reverse Paused Deadlift
This technique uses a pause during the lowering portion of the rep. Great for strength development, technique improvement, and muscle growth.
July 12
Big Bench, Big Chest: 5 Training Secrets
Little-known tips on bench pressing, chest development, and shoulder health that your coach or clueless personal trainer never told you.
July 10
Tip: The New-Exercise-Only Week
Flex your programming muscles, make your joints feel better, and accelerate progress. Here's how.
July 9
Tip: The Intuitive Training Challenge
It's time to let your instincts take over, for a while at least. Ditch your workout plan and try this.
July 8
Tip: Trap Bar Power Pulls
The power pull using a hex bar with high handles is a great alternative to Olympic lifts for taller lifters who want to build explosiveness.