Are Smith-machine squats a midrange exercise for quads or hamstrings?
Q: In Positions-of-Flexion mass training are Smith-machine squats a midrange exercise for quads or hamstrings? I’ve seen them classified as … continue reading
Q: In Positions-of-Flexion mass training are Smith-machine squats a midrange exercise for quads or hamstrings? I’ve seen them classified as … continue reading
Bodybuilders tend to associate higher cortisol with muscle catabolism, or breakdown. It’s true that cortisol is the major catabolic hormone … continue reading
As I reported last month, I won my third Mr. Universe title, 20 years after my second victory—at 49 years … continue reading
Q: You’ve mentioned stage sets. What are they, and should I use them to get more size? A: Jonathan Lawson … continue reading
Weight training is a double-edged sword. Swish! Swoosh! I intentionally skipped a workout last week due to severe FBMS (fatigue … continue reading
Hindsight is 20/20, and for now time travel is merely a fantasy. If I could go back in time to … continue reading
Q: I can never decide whether to use dumbbells or a barbell for my bench presses. My training partner argues … continue reading
A number of studies have established that zinc is essential to protect against oxidative stress and help repair DNA damage. In … continue reading
The world just seems to work for those who know what their goals in life are. A goal is a … continue reading
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You may be familiar with the syndicated TV show “The Doctors.” No, it’s not a soap opera; it’s a group … continue reading
Fads affect most fields, and exercise is certainly no exception. Late-night television is filled with ads for new training gimmicks … continue reading
Q: Is the optimal rest between sets for fat loss always 30 seconds, as you describe in your German Body … continue reading
Q: I’m 48 years old. I just got into serious weight lifting about three years ago. Do you think it’s … continue reading
….Most people know that one of the best way to keep from getting colds and other viruses is to wash … continue reading
There has been a multitude of recent research concerning the health-restorative benefits of a number of power foods and fruits—including … continue reading
Q: Is there any value in training biceps one arm at a time, rather than both together? A: More important … continue reading
Q: I have a simple question, but one that I debate with my friends quite often. Is it always necessary … continue reading
Feeling a little blue at work? Go green—as in adding foliage. According to the June ’12 Health, a study in … continue reading
If you’re trying to lose weight, you probably reduce your carbohydrates. That can help. In fact, there is evidence that … continue reading
As always, some of the best science in the field of sports nutrition is being published in the ISSN’s peer-reviewed … continue reading
Many trainees ask me how they can develop their abs and pecs to look like Jay Cutler’s or those of … continue reading
Arina Manta Height: 5’4” Weight: 113 Training: Monday: legs, abs; Tuesday: biceps, triceps, abs; Wednesday: beach workout (Rollerblading, sand resistance … continue reading
[Download a free issue of Iron Man Magazine for iPhone and iPad] Recently, I read an in-depth article in the … continue reading
Last month I discussed the function of the abdominal muscles and how to make them look thicker, as well as … continue reading