August 10
5 Relative Strength Myths
Being strong isn't enough. You need to be strong for your size. That's the difference between relative strength and absolute strength. Here's what will get you there.
August 9
Sticking Point Therapy
Sticking points are much like those really talkative, naked old men in your gym's locker room: you'd rather avoid them! Nothing's more frustrating than making good progress overall but failing to improve on the "big lifts" (bench press, squat, deadlift, military press, etc.)
August 2
Evolutionary Fitness
What our genes teach us about diet and training, according to Dr. Art De Vany.
July 20
Exercises You've Never Tried 14
Add a few of these unique exercises to your training program to liven up your next workout.
July 18
The Art of Waterbury
How one of our top coaches programs exercises, sets and reps, progressions and more. Check it out.
July 12
Powerlifting for Bodybuilders
What can bodybuilders learn from powerlifters? A lot actually. Here are 6 examples.
July 11
Beach Training for Performance-Oriented Lifters
"Bodybuilding training? No way! Not for me! I'm training only for strength and function," said the huge sumbitch after deadlifting a load that was roughly equivalent to a Sherman tank.
June 21
Westside for Skinny Bastards 2
From warm-ups and running to box squats and grip work, here’s the athlete’s guide to get bigger and stronger.
June 20
Locked and Loaded
Everything you need to know about choosing the right weight and loading schemes for your lifting goals.
June 13
Advanced German Volume Training
One of the toughest muscle-building workouts of all time just got tougher. For experienced lifters only!
June 6
The Set / Rep Bible
If you're not sure what to do with your sets and reps, look no further. This plan has your workout laid out for you – no matter the goal.
June 2
Continuum Training 2
Understanding Various Strength Training Continuums for Optimal Conjugate Design
June 1
Continuum Training 1
Understanding Various Strength Training Continuums for Optimal Conjugate Design
May 25
Hardcore Stretching - Part 2
How to stretch your most problematic muscle groups. This is gonna hurt.
May 24
Hardcore Stretching - Part 1
Hardcore training needs to incorporate (smart) hardcore stretching. Here’s why.
May 16
Compound EDT
Get your mind on the weight and on the clock. This training strategy will help you get more done in less time.
May 2
Manipulating Reps for Gains in Size and Strength
The smart lifter’s guide to choosing the right rep ranges for his goals. It’s a bit more complicated than you think. Check it out.
April 11
Debunking Exercise Myths - Part 1
Do you know squat about the squat and other lifts? Here are some misconceptions.
March 14
The Five Elements
Fire, wood, earth, metal, water. What “type” are you when it comes to natural strength and the ability to build muscle? Find out here.