Tip: The Knee Block Squat
This movement blocking drill is a good first step when it comes to cleaning up your squat form.
October 26
Tip: The Most Under-Used Hypertrophy Tool
It's sometimes tedious and boring... but it works every time. Check it out.
Tip: Two Band Exercises for Better Posture
Got forward-rolled shoulders? Tight scapulae? Try these.
October 25
Tip: The Wall Squat
Use this movement blocking drill to clean up your squat form.
Tip: Sleep, Testosterone, and Insulin Sensitivity
Lack of sleep turns you into a pudgy sissy. Here's the science.
Tip: When Bodybuilding Goes Stale
Even dedicated bodybuilders get burned out. Here are two ways to keep training and reignite your passion.
October 24
Tip: Half-Kneeling Single-Arm Press
Build shoulder and core strength with this exercise.
Tip: Stop Saying You Want to Get Big and Strong
It's a vague goal that's probably not working for you anymore. Instead, get serious and follow these 3 steps.
Tip: The Protein-to-Bodyweight Ratio
Simple and proven. Here's how much protein to eat.
October 23
Tip: Dynamic-Static Compound Set – Quads
With this TUT method, you do 8-12 reps on the leg press followed by a static hold to failure. (Reps and holds are abbreviated for demonstration purposes.)
Tip: Meal Frequency and Muscle Gains
Don't get caught up in fad diet hype. For hypertrophy, you need frequent meals and extra calories. Here are some simple guidelines.
Tip: 3 Ways to Get Your Motivation Back
In a slump? Bored? Here's how to get pumped about getting pumped again.
October 22
Tip: Bent Over Row 21s with Isometric
Perform 7 top-half partials, a 7-second isometric, and finally 7 full-range reps.
Tip: Good Advice on Offering Advice at the Gym
That guy over there is using terrible form. Do you step in and help or not? It depends. Check out these guidelines.
Tip: 4 Hamstring Exercises for Athletic Performance
Prevent hamstring injuries. Sprint faster. Build better looking legs. Add a couple of these exercises to your plan.
October 21
Tip: Lat Pulldown 21's with Isometric
The variation of the 21's method starts with 7 mid-range partials, then you perform a 7-second isometric and 7 full reps.
Tip: Pump the Biceps for Growth
Can muscle pumps lead to hypertrophy? You bet they can. Try this for bigger biceps.
Tip: How to Boost Appetite Suppressing Hormones
Research suggests that adding this food to your meals promotes the release of hunger squashing, fat burning hormones.
October 20
Tip: The Forward Leaning Biceps Curl
For a new stimulus, manipulate the force vector to change the point of maximal tension in the biceps.
Tip: The Standing Rollout Checklist
It's one of the toughest core exercises. Here's how to master it and reap the benefits.