Tip: Squeeze the Bar Hard When Bench Pressing
Crushing the bar not only makes the lift safer, it'll help you lift more weight. Here's why.
November 19
The 14 Toughest Ways to Plank
Ordinary planks don't do much, but these 14 tough variations will blast the abs, bullet-proof your back, and fix your posture. Check 'em out.
Tip: Women, Stop Obsessing Over Diet and Eat for Muscle
Constant dieting wrecks the metabolism. Eat and train for muscle to get lean and stay that way. Here's why.
November 18
Tip: Fix Your Dumbbell Row to Build More Muscle
Don't pull the dumbbell straight up. Instead, use a dragging J motion. Watch this video.
November 17
5 Ways You're Screwing Up Your Squat
You've been taught wrong. Disregard the stupid cues, follow this practical advice, and squat like a boss. Here's how.
Do the Pallof Press for a Strong Core
For great abs and obliques, do the very effective and challenging Pallof press, and skip the dangerous ab-rotation machine.
November 16
How To Break Up With CrossFit
Maybe it's the cost, maybe you got hurt, or maybe you just want to specialize. Here's how to move on to something that better fits your needs.
November 15
Tip: Take the Half-Hour Deadlift Challenge
Can you pull two reps of at least 315 pounds every minute? If not you're either weak or out of shape. Check out the test.
November 14
Tip: Learn the Zercher Squat
Yes, it hurts, but it'll also strengthen your entire body, from quads to upper back. Here's how to do it.
November 13
The 40-Workout Strength Challenge
A simple workout program that will help you break multiple personal records in just 8 weeks. Guaranteed.
Tip: Get Strong Glutes with Mechanical Drop Sets
If this doesn't give you a great athletic butt, nothing will. Check out the workout.
November 12
A Brand New Way to Deadlift
Deadlift more. Deadlift better. Pull with the strongest, safest, and most efficient biomechanics. Here's how.
Tip: Take the 4-Minute Front-Squat Challenge
If you can do this, you're officially a bad-ass. If not, well, just trying it will make you a bad-ass. Check it out.
November 11
The 4 Riskiest Types of Exercise
These training styles are all good, if you know what in the heck you're doing. Most people don't. That includes you. Check out the list.
November 10
Tip: Do Metabolic Resistance Training, Not Cardio
This type of training raises the metabolism, preserves muscle, and torches fat. Here's how to do it.
November 9
Stretch With Weights to Build Muscle
A training method that builds muscle five different ways and increases mobility. The only catch? It really hurts. Check it out.
Tip: Deadlift Daily to Get Stronger
Yes, you can deadlift almost every day, get stronger, and not get injured. Here's how.
November 7
Tip: Try the Gironda 8x8 Set/Rep Scheme
An 8x8 set/rep scheme is tough enough, but do it using 30 second rest periods for all kinds of gains. Here's how.
November 6
5 Things We Can Learn From Arnold About Building Muscle
Back before he was governing the state and impregnating the hired help, Arnold Schwarzenegger was way ahead of his time as a bodybuilder.
Tip: Do 7-4-7 Deadlifts to Boost Performance
This workout builds muscle, increases work capacity, and burns fat. Check it out.