Tip: Deadlift – Trunk Flexion vs. Hip Flexion
Hip flexion good. Trunk flexion bad. Here's why and what each looks like so you can make sure your form is correct.
February 27
7 Ways to Scare Your Body Into Getting Stronger
You can't just keep slapping on more weight forever. Sooner or later, you have to use other methods to keep muscle growing. Here are the 7 best ways to do it.
February 26
Tip: The Deadlift & The Nervous System
Deadlifts are awesome, but they can also smash your CNS. Here's why and how to avoid it.
February 25
Tip: The Fishing Rod and the Hitch
Don't make these two deadlifting errors. Here's what they look like and how to fix them.
February 24
Tip: The Most Underrated Factor in Training
Spoiler alert: It's tempo. Here's how to manipulate it for hypertrophy, strength, and even fat loss.
February 23
Tip: Stop Bouncing Your Deadlifts
Most of the time you're just cheating yourself... and you look stupid. Here's why it completely trashes the training effect.
Better Than CrossFit and Powerlifting
Powerlifting has a total – the sum of its three lifts. CrossFit has a total too. But are they really the best tests of athleticism? Enter the Pendlay total.
February 21
Tip: Bicep Tears and Back Problems
Deadlifting with a mixed grip (one hand under, one hand over) is a mistake for most lifters.
February 20
5 Alternatives to a Painful Squat
If squatting causes pain in your low back, knees, or shoulders, try one of these pain-free exercises that'll still get you big and strong.
February 19
Tip: No Need to Hate on Lifting Straps
Straps are used by pro bodybuilders, figure competitors, strongmen, and even powerlifters, so why the outrage? Here's how to use them wisely.
Tip: Surprising New Research on Rep Ranges
If you train upper body with this specific rep range while working the lower body with another specific range, you'll make lots more progress.
February 15
Tip: Stop Maxing Out for No Damn Reason
If you're not a powerlifter, or it's not the right time in your training cycle, then going for a PR is just plain dumb. Here's why.
February 14
Tip: Why You Need a Cheap Stopwatch
Sure, your phone has a timer, but taking a stopwatch to the gym can help you ramp up training density without distractions. Here's how.
Train Size, Then Strength: A 10-Week Program
Train for size for a few weeks and then strength. It works better for both goals. Here's why, along with a sample 10-week plan.
Tip: Your Hatred of the Smith Machine is Dumb
Pro bodybuilders, hot fitness chicks, strongmen, and even powerlifters sometimes use the Smith machine. Here's why.
February 13
The 5 Most Dangerous Deadlift Mistakes
Why do smart lifters let their technique go haywire? Ego lifting? Unawareness? Here are the most common problems.
Tip: Fix That Butt Wink!
Do you tuck your tail when you squat? Not good. Here’s how to fix it.
February 12
Tip: The Truth About Progressive Overload
Sure, try to add more weight to the bar, but understand that it has its limits, and it's not that great for building mass. Here's why.
Tip: The Optimal Amount of Time Off
Now we know exactly how much time we can take off between training and a strength competition. Check out the new science.
February 6
7 Gym Gadgets That Actually Work
We asked our pros and experts about their favorite workout tools and accessories. We got some surprising answers.