December 26
Tip: Metabolic Conditioning for Muscleheads
Lose fat and preserve your muscle mass with this fast, challenging workout finisher.
December 25
Tip: A Classic Technique for Strength and Power
Get radically strong in the squat, jerk, bench press and overhead press. Try this.
Tip: Is Cryotherapy Actually Effective?
When it comes to muscle recovery, does freezing your glutes off actually work? Here's what two studies discovered.
December 24
Tip: Age Makes No Difference in Recovery Rates
Science shows that recovery rates stay fairly consistent in the young and old(er). Take a look.
Tip: Why Men and Women Can't Train Together
Okay, you can lift weights together. But there are some differences you need to know, especially when it comes to rest periods.
December 23
Tip: Is Variety More Important Than Intensity?
Doing lots of different exercises is more important than changing up sets and reps according to new research. Take a look.
December 22
10 Lessons from the Strength Legends
To make progress, look to the past. Here are the best training and lifestyle lessons from legendary bodybuilders, strongmen, and coaches.
December 21
Tip: Play the Long Game
The smart lifter's approach to training and nutrition programs.
Death to Strength Standards!
The next time someone tells you that a person your size should be able to lift a certain amount, tell them to shove it. Here's why.
December 20
5 Reasons You've Stopped Building Muscle
Has your muscle growth slowed down or come to a complete standstill? Here's how to get growing again.
December 19
Tip: The Athlete's Back Exercise
This row variation is a great back-builder, it's easy on the lower back, and it's highly functional for athletes. Check it out.
Tip: Train Your Deep Glutes
The maximus gets all the attention, but don't forget the gluteus minimus and medius. Here's what to do.
December 18
Tip: A Very Different Way to Deadlift
This combo exercise is a real ball-buster. In a fun way. Check it out.
Tip: The New Cardio – Steady State Lifting
Bored of steady state cardio? Tired of HIIT? Try steady state weight lifting to lose fat. Here's how to do it.
December 17
Tip: The PPL Training Split
If your goal is hypertrophy, this is one of the smartest splits to follow. Here's why and how to set it up.
December 16
Tip: The Right and Wrong Way to Cable Crunch
Wickedly effective ab exercise, if you're doing it correctly. You're probably not. Here's the definitive guide.
December 15
Tip: The 10 x 1 Workout Program
A new way to get stronger and master a lift.
The Truth About Belts, Lifting Shoes, and Straps
Do you use straps, Olympic lifting shoes, or a belt? Should you be using them? Here's how to know.
Tip: The Complete Guide to Ab Wheel Rollouts
There are two correct ways to do this exercise, then there's the way most people do it. Know the difference.