Tip: Do the Axe Chop for Core Strength
Build powerful rotational strength with this cable exercise. Here's 6 ways to do it.
November 16
Tip: Research Update – Time Under Tension
TUT builds muscle. But what's more important, rep speed or set speed? A new study tested this out.
Tip: Medicine Ball or Weight Plate Side Lean
This is tougher than it looks. Add to the end of your ab training for all-around core strength.
November 15
Tip: Master the Double Kettlebell Deadlift
Jack up your deadlifting volume without jacking up your spine. Try this.
Tip: The Golden Ratio for Hardgainers
How much time should you spend building versus cutting? Your physique depends on the answer. Check this out.
Tip: Stability Ball Side Crunch
Build all-around core strength with this move.
November 14
Tip: Find Your Stance For Sumo Deadlifts
Most lifters go super wide, but that only works if it fits your anatomy. Here's how to find YOUR best stance.
Tip: A Better Way to Build Wide Delts
Build stronger, healthier shoulders with this unique exercise. Take a look.
Tip: Stability Ball Reverse Crunch
Eliminate momentum and get a stretch at the bottom to really make this ab exercise work well.
November 13
Tip: Should You Deadlift Without Shoes?
Yes, you should. Here's why.
Tip: The Scientific Cure for a Flat Upper Chest
Sure, the incline bench press helps, but you need to add something else to your inclines to really build the clavicular head. Info here.
Tip: Stability Ball Plate Crunch
To build your abs, you need to add resistance, just like every other muscle group. Here's a great way to do it.
November 12
Tip: How to Build Athletic Core Strength
Fill in the strength gaps left by traditional core exercises with these two rotational moves.
Tip: Do the Archer Pull-Up
Fresh off the playground: A tutorial on how to do a little-known pull-up variation from the master of bodyweight exercises.
Tip: Parallel-Grip Cable Press
This cable exercise does a great job of smashing both the anterior and medial heads.
November 11
Tip: 5 Minutes to Rotational Strength
Sure, you train your core, but you're probably missing this movement pattern, leading to injury and poor performance. Let's fix that.
Tip: Stop Talking About Bulking
Determined to pack on more muscle? Don't call it a bulking phase unless you're wanting to pack on fat too. Here's why.
Tip: Incline Cable Lateral Raise
Nail those shoulder-widening medial delts with this exercise.
November 10
Tip: Double-Down Triceps Training
Use this compound set to totally exhaust your muscle fibers and hit the neglected long head of the triceps.
Tip: An Easy Way to Rid Your Body of Plastic
Nope, it doesn't involve any stupid detox diets or drinks. And chances are you're probably already doing a little of it.